The Tonight Show recently featured a Solutions product on Jay’s Christmas Gift Ideas Part II. We were flattered when contacted by the show about highlighting one of our favorite Christmas products. After seeing it live on TV alongside some products he poked fun at, we are far too excited not to share what we consider his positive review. Watch all four minutes or skip to the end because the Solutions Pull-up Tree is reviewed last. See Jay in person demonstarting just how fast setting up your Christmas tree can be.

Dozens of NEW practical problem solvers have arrived…just in time for the holidays! Make Christmas more memorable with these 5 fun stocking stuffers, handpicked by our staff at Solutions.

Ducky Tape Measure: A fun, affordable stocking stuffer they can actually use.

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With October being kitchen month at Solutions (and the holidays around the corner), we thought we’d share a new product that is fitting for any occasion. This oven-safe paper bakeware makes it easy to create a wonderful home-baked gift for your neighbors, family and friends. Best of all, there’s no need to grease it—and there’s no messy clean up.

Our creative director tested this festive and disposable bakeware firsthand, and she loved it because it was so easy to use! See how beautiful her piece turned out in the picture below.

Once your creation comes out of the oven and has cooled down, it’s ready to present. There’s no need to giftwrap, thanks to the decorative paper. If you want to add a more festive touch, you can wrap it up in a cellophane bag tied with a pretty ribbon.
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Looking for a quick housewarming gift?
Fill a basket, bucket or box with essentials that any new house might need. Get creative an include something for every room. You can include dishcloths, light bulbs, kitchen gadgets and even cleaning products. You might also want to throw in any useful local neighborhood information for those who are new to the area.

You can even pick a themed gift basket, such as a garden basket filled with gardening tools.

Even small, inexpensive gifts can convey your thoughtfulness when wrapped with flair, while handing off an expensive present in a plastic shopping bag might give the wrong message, however much it cost! Packaging has an impact on how your gift is received, so take the time and effort to make it good.
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Goodwill is a big part of the holiday season. One memorable way to show it is to make sure you thank those who have remembered you with a gift or an invitation to a party, dinner or event.

With the right preparation and approach, writing and sending a thank-you card can be done quickly and easily. And the simple gesture is sure to be greatly appreciated by the recipient.

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Plan Ahead

1. Make a list… and check it twice! Write down the names of friends and family members you definitely want to remember with a Christmas gift (such as parents, grandparents, children, siblings, best friend). Make another list of folks you’d like to acknowledge this holiday season (such as a favorite aunt, cousin, or teacher). Keeping these lists separate will help you in putting together a budget.
2. Create a budget. Planning ahead and working with a budget helps you avoid overspending. Start by deciding how much you would like to spend on gifts this year, and make a note of this figure.
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Organize your gift giving throughout the year with these planners & checklists:

Gift Closet Inventory (PDF)	Gifts Ordered Checklist (PDF)	Gifts Given Checklist (PDF)
Gifts Received Checklist (PDF)	Gift Planner (PDF)