If your Holiday gift budget is a little tight this year, get crafty and DIY some amazing presents. Here are a few ideas to help spark your imagination.
Knit or Crochet Goods
Spend some time teaching yourself to knit and/or crochet this year. There are an unlimited number of thoughtful, handmade items you can create using these skills. Knit your loved ones some gloves or a scarf. Crochet some cute little critters for the little ones on your list. The possibilities are endless!
Mason Jar Mixes
Mason jar mixes are an adorable and useful gift. An article written by Amanda Garrity and and Alyssa Gautieri for goodhousekeeping.com states, “Fill a mason jar with everything they need to make delicious chocolate peppermint or double chocolate toffee cookies. Decorate the jar with a festive ribbon and a cute printable label.” You could even create hot cocoa jars as well. Top them off with homemade marshmallows which are surprisingly easy to make yet add an elegant touch!
Embroidery Hoop Ornaments
Embroidery is a lost art. It’s also a beautiful skill that will help you create timeless gifts. Learn how to make some embroidery hoop ornaments! They aren’t too difficult and it’s something your recipients will cherish. You can even make your loved ones a small collection of 4-6.
Clay Herb Markers
If you have a green thumb on your gift list this year, clay herb markers are a great gift idea. The above mentioned article also states, “Perfect for the plant lovers in your life, these clay herb markers will help them stay organized and add a touch of color to their planters. They’re fun and easy to make — all you need is some oven-bake clay, paints and liquid guilding.”
Citrus Sugar Scrub
For the skincare lover in your life, make them an incredible body scrub to help get their skin through the cold, dry months ahead. Thrift some cute glass jars and create this scrub with only three ingredients. Not only will your loved one enjoy this scrub thoroughly, it’s so inexpensive to make requiring only coconut oil, sugar and fresh orange zest.
Recipe Box/ Book
Try thrifting a box that will be the perfect size for holding recipe cards. When you’ve found the perfect one, decorate it according to the style of your intended recipient. After that, go the extra mile to collect their favorite recipes. Get in touch with their parent(s), grandparents, aunts, uncles or any neighbors who have made recipes they love throughout their life. This gift is not only practical, it’s sentimental. They will be able to enjoy childhood nostalgia for the rest of their lives.
Homemade Jam
Homemade jam is a wonderful gift. It’s something that can be enjoyed for an extended period of time. Find out your recipients favorite jam flavor or give them a couple different ones. Top this thoughtful gift off with some delicious homemade bread and you’ve sealed the deal for ‘best gift’.