For most consumers the fear of a recession, bank failures and the high cost of heating a home this winter has everyone re-thinking their holiday shopping list. "However, there are still some great gift ideas and important tips that all can do to help stretch your holiday dollar," says Andrew Krasny, National Consumer Trends expert. To view Multimedia News Release go to http://www.prnewswire.com/mnr/holidaygifts/35349/