Sometimes gift giving can be hard, but you're in luck. Here is a list of homemade gifts anyone would love to receive. I don't know about you but I personally would rather be given a gift that someone I love made. It makes me feel so special knowing that someone took time to sit down with me in mind to make me something they think I would enjoy. To me that is so much more meaningful than getting the latest gadget. Not that getting new things isn't nice, I just like sentimental things more. This Christmas I have been thinking about what I can give to my loved ones that would show I appreciate and cherish them. I have came up with a few gifts that come from the heart and not your wallet. Bath BasketsWho doesn't like relaxing in a warm bath before bed? You could whip up a bath basket for the perfect Christmas gift. Find a cute basket and put: Bath Bombs![]() Bath bombs have been a super popular item the past few years and for a good reason. Not only do they make you smell and feel great, if they are infused with essential oils they can be beneficial to your overall health. I recommend the Etsy shop LauraBotanicals For beautifully made bath bombs Bath bomb photo from LauraBotonicals CandlesPhoto belongs to Elder&Co Who doesn't love candles? These hand poured candles by Elder & Co are by far my favorite candles. They last so long and smell amazing. They are unique and perfect to gift to anyone in your family. They are defiantly on my wish list this year. Get your candles here! Sugar Scrub
Soap and Shower Jellies![]() Something fun and unique are these soaps and shower jellies from SugarShowerCo I love how fun and colorful these soaps are. They have so many cute designs. Check them out for a unique and fun gift- They have a lot that would appeal to kids, too! SugarShowerLLC.com Use code 'doneblonde' for a discount You could also add face and hair masks, bubble bath solution, a bath robe and body lotion PicturesI've never met a grandparent or parent that doesn't like having family pictures to look at. There are so many fun ways to display and gift photos that almost anyone would love. Photo on woodit's easier than you think. all you need is piece of wood Gesso A non-glossy photo ModPodge To prepare your canvas (your wood) apply a coat of Gesso. This will allow the photo to adhere better. If you have a rough gain wood sand it down first. let the gesso completely dry and then position your photo on the wood how you want it. Simply paint the modpodge over your picture and let it dry. Be careful to not tear your picture and try to keep it as smooth as possible to avoid air bumps. Let the modpodge dry and you should have a completed picture on a wooden canvas. You can take a wood pen or a sharpie and write on or over your picture for a more personal touch. This is a super affordable and easy way to give someone you love a meaningful gift. Pictures in a jar![]() A unique and easy way to display pictures. Find a cute jar, grab a photo you like position the photo how you want and fill the jar with olive oil. These are great to put on shelves or use as center pieces on a table. String art
Customize coffee mugsIt is actually really simple to customize a coffee mug. Find a plain mug you like, draw or trace a design on it that you like with sharpies, when you are satisfied with your design use a foam brush and coat the cup with gloss finish mod podge. If the cup is intended for drinking make sure you leave the rim clean from ink and mod podge. Of course this technique works well on plates and bowls alike! Shutterfly.com is not a small business but it also has a lot of great ways to personalize gifts. I gift a calendar every year to my in-laws. They have everything form calendars to blankets- if you want a picture on it they probably have it. Get creative this year, give gifts with meaning. If you don't want to personally make the gift I encourage you to shop Etsy.com or other local shops. It is important to support small business, for most it is their lively hood and most of the time the quality is better than if it was manufactured. I hope you have a great Christmas season and know it isn't about the gifts. If you know someone who might like this please do not hesitate to share this with them, and thank you for reading and supporting this little blog! Spread the love on PinterestMore DIY gift ideas![]()
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DoneBlonde
11/29/2018 10:02:50 am
Thank you! My best friend use to have a bunch of pictures in a jar like this on her headboard and I loved it! The oil magnifies the pictures so it looks really cool.
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DoneBlonde
11/29/2018 10:04:25 am
You should try the photo on wood, I gave it as a present last year to my husbands grandmother and she loved it- super affordable too! Thanks for reading.
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11/29/2018 09:52:19 am
Love these ideas! Some new ones that I hadn't thought of yet. Thanks so much for sharing :)
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Done Blonde
11/29/2018 10:05:35 am
Glad you liked them, hope you get to try some of them soon! Have fun, thanks for reading!
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11/29/2018 11:35:53 am
This is so helpful especially at this time of the year! Thank you for sharing this, maybe I won't spend too much on Christmas gifts this year :D
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DoneBlonde
11/30/2018 08:44:18 pm
Every year I try to think of how I can save money because my family keeps growing and growing haha. Glad you found it helpful!
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DoneBlonde
11/30/2018 08:45:13 pm
Aw, Thank you! I hope your mug comes out good, I'd Love to see it! Thanks for reading :)
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DoneBlonde
11/30/2018 08:46:34 pm
haha- Good Luck, glad you were inspired! Hope you think of something awesome to make!
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