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The Best Ever DIY Christmas Gifts Episode 311

I know, we’ve heard it before the best ever DIY Christmas gifts often are more expensive than buying something on sale at the store. But, when you have a large family or many additional family and friends to consider these gifts are a life saver.

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Do it yourself or DIY is all the craze, but only when it is simple and the gifts are truly worth giving. One year I received bath salts that smelled great and were different colors. When I looked at them closer I noticed the coloring was actually food coloring and could turn my skin the bright yellow, green and purple of the bath salts! Needless to say, this item was not used for baths at all.

Here are my go-to rules for DIY Christmas Gifts:

Must be tried and true. This is not the time to experiment.
Nice presentation. No one wants to open a box to see a hot-glued mess.
Something someone would actually want. Think cheesecake vs. fruitcake.
Take into account dietary needs. These days there are gluten, dairy and nut allergies. Stay away from these offenders if at all possible.
Gift certificates do not need to be impersonal. Stay tuned to learn more!

The best every DIY Christmas Gifts can be every bit as charming as a high priced item that more than likely will break, wear out or possibly be something that is returned or regifted. Think about the person you want to gift an item. What are their likes? Dislikes? Take these into account.

Here are a few of the favorite gifts I have given and received:

Recipe book: Tried and true family recipes. Think about making these into a book online that can be duplicated.
Coupons: The kids have gifted me with coupons for the following and all were much appreciated! Car wash, make beds, wash dishes, babysit, neck rub, vacuuming, organizing.
DIY personal: Bath Salts, Homemade Sanitizer, Rag rug,
Food: Applesauce + recipe for muffins; Tomatoes + recipe for sauce; Pumpkin + recipe for pie; Fat Bombs + recipe; Baked goods + recipe; Mixes + recipe and decorative containers
Gift Certificate to a: nature center, zoo, museums, amusement parks, Amazon, bookstore, coffee store, etc. Make it personal by going with the person whenever possible to enjoy their gift.
Slide presentation with pictures
Prayer audio
Painting or other art projects
Decopauge – a favorite saying or special memento on a wood plaque.
Experience: Rooftop star gazing, impromptu road trip, see hot air balloons, country visit or city visit, camping