5 Cheap – and Awesome! – DIY Christmas Gifts
If you’re dreading going into the Holidays on a budget, here’s 5 awesome Christmas presents your loved ones will love and won’t break your wallet.
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Gift giving on a budget could be a hassle, to say the least.
However, it’s not impossible.
Here’s some easy to implement gift ideas that can help you save money this Holiday Season while still giving your loved ones a nice personalized gift.
Let’s dive in!
Thoughtful Ceramic Bowl
For my friend’s 50th birthday last month, we got her a large salad bowl.
It was completely blank, but once we had all written something special on it, it looked amazing!
You can do the same with any kind of porcelain or ceramic, such as a mug or serving plate.
To make sure it lasts, use an oil-based sharpie marker and bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Here’s a step-by-step guide.
For those visual learners out there, here’s a video tutorial as well:
Chocolate-covered fruit
Chocolate is often a crowd-favorite.
To personalize each gift, try using your loved ones’ favorite fruit. This may require some sleuthing before-hand, but that’s all part of the fun!
For presentation, wrap it in nice cellophane bag or a nice container.
Here’s an easy to follow recipe.
If you prefer to steer away from chocolate, you can also try a simple fruit arrangement to stay on the healthier side!
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Gifts in a Jar
Mason jars and other glassware are useful as well as great for decoration.
Add a few goodies inside and horray! You’ve got the perfect present.
I like purchasing pretty vases from the Dollar Store and filling them with potpourri or other decorative items.
They’re always a hit and they’re really easy to make!
Here’s several ideas to get you inspired.
Pretzels Covered in Chocolate
(Yes, I like chocolate). My friend Nichole distributes chocolate-covered pretzel sticks every year and people always look forward to it.
As a side note, you can also use these at baby showers and other occasions.
They’re inexpensive to make and you can decorate them with various toppings to make it more festive.
Here’s a very easy to follow recipe.
Glitter Glass Votives
You can find transparent glass cups or votives at your favorite discount store, cover them with gold glitter and convert them into beautiful candle holders.
See how to do it here.
Before I started paying attention to my finances, I used to dread the Holiday season.
I tried to stay away from gift exchanges because it used to generate so much anxiety for me.
However, after a while, I realized that a thoughtful gift is always better-received than an expensive one.
With some preparation, and a little bit of creativity, you can take the financial stress out of holiday gift-giving and still give your loved ones presents they’ll cherish and enjoy.
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What is your favorite DIY kind of gift and why? Share it with us below!
