Deck the halls with boughs of holly because Christmas is here! And because Christmas is here that means it's time to go shopping! Americans spend millions of dollars every year on decorations, gifts, and food. Below are several tips that should help the shopping process go a little easier for you and your kin.

1. Make a list! Shopping is already hectic as it is, and the holidays only make it worse. Writing what you need down and having it ready is a good way to keep yourself from going insane.
    

2. Try to take a day off to get all the gifts or plan ahead to get the gifts.This will enable you to get ahead on things and have everything prepared by an appointed time.
    

3. Start early!!! We all know that one person who procrastinates and waits until Christmas Eve to finish or start shopping. Then they stay up all night wrapping gifts. If you start shopping early, you will not have to worry about all that and you will be able to enjoy a nice Christmas Eve sleeping instead.
    

4. Along with starting early, it allows you to plan out how much you are going to spend. Make sure to look for sales on all items to save money. Coupons can become your best friend during the holiday shopping season and can save you quite a bit of cash.
    

5. Layaway is always a good option if you do not want to pay the full price on the item right away. If you shop early, you just pay small prices on the items every now and then until you pay them off.
    

6. Consider making some gifts to save money. It is sweet and from the heart. Everyone loves the occasional homemade gifts, so get on pinterest and make something beautiful!