I did this last year, posted about Christmas, right after posting about Halloween. I haven’t forgotten about Thanksgiving, I promise! But we’ll blame this slight on Chris at Just a Girl. She is having her 2nd annual “I Can Make That Party” today. I participated last year, and got tons of great ideas for Christmas gifts, so I thought I would share some of what I’ve done, and other ideas I’ve collected for homemade Christmas gifts this year.
Last year, Chris shared a fantastic tutorial on how to make Scrabble Tile necklaces, so I stole that idea and made them for all of my sisters, friends, etc. But I put my own spin on the necklaces I made for my childrens’ teachers. I blogged about it here. I think they were a big hit!
This one is so easy, I’m not sure it counts as a craft. I just added vinyl lettering to these boxes from IKEA for my sister’s laundry room. More details here. Sometimes a little personalizing goes a long way to making a meaningful gift.
Maybe you are ahead of the game, and have all of your presents bought/made. You might want to check out this post. I found this vintage present wrapping pamphlet from Hallmark, at my mom’s house. I don’t know if I’ll attempt any of these, but they make me smile!
A few years ago, when I was being really good about not eating sugar, I made these simple floral arrangements to give to friends (in lieu of baking). We are going to bake (gingerbread people), this year (because I got the cool Martha Stewart gingerbread house boxes on after-christmas clearance last year), but I do think non-food gifts are often remembered and appreciated in the middle of the holiday gluttony. More info on this project, here.
As for this year, pregnancy is diminishing some of my ambition for homemade gifts, but if I do make some, I will take inspiration from this brilliant personalized Yahtzee game, created by Stacey @ The Thrifty Chick. This makes me sad, every time I think about it, though, because it wasn’t very long after she shared this great idea, that Stacey passed away unexpectedly. Fortunately for us, her blog is still up and sharing her great ideas with the world. Look for other fun game and gift ideas on her blog.
There are lots of different games and puzzles that could be personalized. Once upon a time, my family made our own Clue game. It was very personalized to our home, living situation at the time, personalities, etc. We had a great time coming up with that. I wonder who has it now! Have you ever made a personalized game? I’d love to see it or any other homemade game ideas you have!
So let’s go get busy! And don’t forget to visit Just a Girl, for tons more inspiration!
(Adding to Kimba’s DIY day, as well)
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Love the letters from IKEA and the floral arrangement…thanks soooo much for sharing!
Blessings,
Linda
I knew I could count on your for a fabulous idea! I'm still loving the scrabble necklace from last year! Thanks for sharing!
I love DIY gifts. 🙂 I'm working on some this year too. I love your ideas! Visiting from Kimba's party. 🙂
I discovered scrabble tile pendants this year too. They are so fun to make!
XOXO
Jen
Great ideas! And I love your beautiful flower arrangements.
Great ideas. I'm saving this page. If I don't get to them this year, maybe next. I'm having a giveaway this week if you'd like to stop by.
Great ideas! And I love your beautiful flower arrangements.Flowers are most lovely gift for any occasion..Pakistan flowers
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