Making Pretty Card Tie-OnsI save all greeting cards & when I have an afternoon of "free time" I start cutting parts of the card with scissors that have decorative blades (like half moons or lacy patterns). You could for example cut out a flower or a Santa Claus & then using a hole cutter, pierce a hole in the card & use ribbon, raffia, string or whatever. You now have free pretty Tie-Ons.
Gift Basket for a Pasta AddictGreat gift basket idea for the Pasta Lover.
Scented Hot Pad ProjectI am making the following gift package, which is a craft that is yet to be made: Scented Hot Pad I am putting it all in a plastic bag, so the recipient can do the craft herself.
Using Old Children's Book PagesColorful pages of worn-out children's books make great gift wrap for smaller gifts, such as jewelry, books, etc. Add a piece of old ribbon or lace and you'll have a beautiful package. Even the most worn out children's books can usually be salvaged and put to good use...
Clock for Mom's BirthdayFor my mother's birthday I took a picture of each of my four children by the clock on my mantle. The hands on the clock were put on the date my children were born.
Paper Mache Purse - Card Gift BoxHere are photos of the card gift box I made for my mother-in-law for this coming Christmas. I took a paper mache purse I purchased at Michael's, painted it white and adhered cardstock paper punches.
Christmas ScentMix all together and put in a saucepan with 4 cups water. Simmer on low to release the fragrance.
Ideas For Making Inukshuks?I would like to make small inukshuks, which are stone sculptures the Inuit in Canada create to mark trails, for my husband's Canadian family. They have round or flat pieces to make the legs, body and head and some longer flat pieces to mark the start of the body and the arms.
Funny Face Stuffed AnimalCrop a photo of someone until the head is about 3x2 inches. Use your computer to print it on iron on paper and iron on cotton sheet type material. Buy about a 10 inch stuffed animal (or use an old one), cut out the animal face and insert and stitch in the printed one.
Craft Ideas to Make a Gift for Little Boys?I have a seven years old niece which I am making a denim pocket purse for. I also have two nephews, 6 and 8 years old, which I would like to make something for but I have no idea what. Does anyone have any ideas?
Make Your Own To-Go "Latte" Cups!I was at the dollar store the other day and noticed that they were selling a package with two disposable coffee cups along with lids and a package of "Cafe Latte" mix, inside each cup. This is of course intended for those who love their lattes to go, but don't want to pay the Starbuck's price tag!
Potted Plant HolderRecycle greeting cards to make a colorful holder for a potted plant. For a flower pot that is approx. 4 inches in diameter, cut 14 pieces of pattern A from the fronts of cards and 7 pieces from the backs for "fillers".
Creating a Family CookbookThis is a page about creating a family cookbook. Preserving and sharing tried and true family recipes is a fun and sometimes overwhelming activity. There are many considerations even after you have collected together all of the recipes.
Making a Tea Cup PincushionPincushions are a necessity for many crafters. Making your own is a craft in itself. One lovely way to design a pincushion is to use a pretty tea cup and saucer. These cushions make a nice addition to your craft area or unusual gifts. This is a page about making a tea cup pincushion.
Making Your Own Gift TagsThis is a page about making your own gift tags. Whether is for birthdays, Christmas or just because, putting a tag on gifts you give is important. They don't have to come from the store though. Add a little of your own personality to your gifts by making your own tags.
Free Printable Gift TagsWith some cardstock, a printer, scissors and hole punch you can make your own gift tags. There are many free printable gift tags on the internet that will help make this job easy. This page contains free printable gift tags.
Homemade Gift BagsThis is a page about homemade gift bags. Making your own gift bags is a great recycling and money saving project.
Crafts Using PotpourriThis is a page about crafts using potpourri. Add a special fragrant touch to your crafts by incorporating potpourri and essential oils.
Homemade Gift Ideas For TeachersThis is a page about homemade gift ideas for teachers. Parents and children love to make gifts for their teachers to show their appreciation.
Kitchen Gift Made with Roll of Paper Towels?I'm looking for a recent idea using a roll of paper towels dressed as a girl using a kitchen towel and dish cloth.
Craft Gift Ideas?I have run out of ideas. Each year I make gifts for 26 people, this year I made flowers and ribbons wound round 6 inch cinnamon sticks. Last year I made a card with a handkerchief inserted in a pocket on the card.
Making Bows From MagazinesThis is a page about making bows from magazines. The covers and pages of magazines can be recycled into colorful gift bows.
Making a Birthday Candy CorsageThis is a page about making a birthday candy corsage. A unique personalized corsage can be a lovely birthday gift idea.
Towel Gift IdeasThis is a page about towel gift ideas. Although towels are a very practical gift you may be looking for some ways to make them a more personal or unique gift.
Making a Hair Accessory DollThis is a page about making a hair accessory doll. Any little girl would love to receive a homemade organizer for her bows and barrettes.
Making Bows for GiftsThis page is about making bows for gifts. Making your bows is a fun craft and allows you to add your personal touch to gift wrapping.
Making an Altoids Tin Gift Card BoxWhen giving a gift card as the gift, you can make it more personal and crafty, by making a cute box to contain it. This is a page about making an Altoids tin gift card box.
Paper House Gift BoxThis is a page about making a paper house gift box. Making your own gift boxes is a craft in itself.
Gift Mix Recipes for Jars?This is a page about gift mix recipes for jars. Mixes in a jar for soups, cookies, breads, etc. make a delicious and much appreciated gift.
Gift Card Holder CraftsThis is a page about gift card holder crafts. A gift card can be the perfect gift, but it is not as eye appealing as a beautifully wrapped present. You can change that by making a nice gift card holder that can be a gift in itself.
Gift Ideas Using Dried HerbsThis page contains gift ideas using dried herbs. There are many ways to use herbs for fragrant and flavor filled gifts.
Making Photo TilesThis is a page about making photo tiles. Adhering photos to tiles is a great project if you are looking for a unique gift for a friend or family member.
Making a Grandma's Paddle?This is a page about making a grandma's paddle. The grandma paddle is a cute gift to make for the new grandmother. These cute padded paddles emphasize the spoilage to come.
Making a Memory JarThis is a page about making a memory jar. A thoughtful, memorable gift for a friend or family member is a memory jar.
Making Decorated Ink PensThis is a page about making decorated ink pens. Use your favorite artificial flowers or other supplies to make these cute decorative pens for yourself or as a gift for friends.
Making a Paint Can Cookie JarThis is a page about making a paint can cookie jar. A new paint can makes a great, inexpensive cookie jar for gift giving.
Making a "Basket of Sunshine"Everyone can use a "Basket of Sunshine" now and again to brighten their day. This is a page about making a "Basket of Sunshine".
Making a Photo CalendarThis is a page about making a photo calendar. Photo calendars are perfect way to give current photos to friends and family. Whether it's a collage of photos or large copies of your favorite shots from the previous year, make everyone on your gift list happy with personalized photo calendar.
Homemade Craft or Sewing Kits for KidsThis page is about homemade craft or sewing kits for kids. A useful gift for a beginning seamstress, tailor or crafter is a kit with supplies to get them started.
Christmas Gift Tag IdeasThis page contains Christmas gift tag ideas. There are many clever, inexpensive ways to mark the recipients of your Christmas presents.
Crafty Gift IdeasThis is a page about crafty gift ideas. A handmade gift is so special for the recipient as well as fun to make.
Father's Day Candy Bouquet IdeasThis is a page about Father's Day candy bouquet ideas. Dad will love to get a homemade candy treat for Father's Day.
Making Chocolate SpoonsThis is a page about making chocolate spoons. Chocolate spoons are a quick, easy, and delicious gift for the coffee lover on your list.
DYI Birthday Countdown Dry Erase TileYou can make a dry erase count down tile to mark any upcoming event, such as a birthday. This is a page about making dry erase count down tile.
Making a Folded Paper Christmas Chocolate...This is a page about making a folded paper Christmas chocolate box. This folded paper box is as much a gift as the delicious chocolate inside.
Making Personalized MugsThis is a page about making personalized mugs. A great gift for the coffee or tea drinker on your list is a personalized mug.
Making an Apple for the Teacher KeychainThis is a page about making an apple for the teacher keychain. Making a gift for a favorite teacher is a good project for your student.
Making a Messages in a Bottle GiftThis is a page about making a messages in a bottle gift. This easy to tailor to any event gift is the perfect way to convey your sentiments and gratitude to teachers, friends, and family.
Making a Rock Candy Flower BouquetThis is a page about making a rock candy flower bouquet. These pretty candy bouquets make great gifts or a fun centerpiece.
Making an "I Love You Because..." JarThis is a page about making an "I love you because..." jar. A jar or other container filled with the many reasons you love the recipient makes a unique and treasured gift.
Making a Duct Tape BowThis is a page about making a duct tape bow. You can make just about anything from duct tape. Spruce up the next package you wrap with a duct tape bow.
Making a "You Are Loved" BoxThis is a page about making a "You Are Loved" box. This is a wonderful gift for someone special, to tell them why you love them.
Making a "Box of Chocolate" CandlesThis is a page about making a "box of chocolates" candle gift. Place chocolate scented candles into a candy box to create this unique gift.
Making a Button and Bow Gift TagThis is a page about making a button and bow gift tag. Using homemade gift tags is like giving a second little gift.
Making a Butterscotch Candy Beer MugThis is a page about making a butterscotch candy beer mug. The kids can help make this sweet Father's Day gift.
DIY Sharpie MugThis is a page about DIY Sharpie mug. Use oil based Sharpie pens to create a personalized, unique coffee mug.
Making a Middle School Survival KitThis is a page about making a middle school survival kit. These snack laden bags make for a special gift for your child, as they leave lower or elementary school and prepare to start middle school in the fall.
Making Decorative Plant PokesThis is a page about making decorative plant pokes. Decorative plant pokes, similar to floral picks, can be made for any occasion to add to a plant or bouquet of fresh or silk flowers.
Making a Beer and Snacks BouquetTry making this fun, personalized gift bouquet for an upcoming birthday or other event. This is a page about making a beer and snacks bouquet.
Making a VHS Tape Candy BouquetThis is a page about making a VHS tape candy bouquet. A fun way to reuse old video cases to make a plastic vase for a candy bouquet gift.
Making a Button Gift BoxThis is a page about making a button gift box. Buttons can be used in so many crafts. Decorate a small box with buttons and other items, if desired, to make a unique gift box.
Merry Children Teacher Appreciation Gift BoxIt is almost time to thank your child's teacher for the wonderful job she did. This sweet teacher appreciation gift will tell her just how special she is. Fill the box with candy, and once she has enjoyed the candy, she can use it to store her pens and pencils when the new school year starts.
Making a Mending Jar GiftThis is a page about making a mending jar gift. A mending jar or sewing kit is a fun project to make for yourself or to give as a gift.
Recycled Paper Gift EnvelopesIt's always a shame to throw away used gift paper (or any craft paper) when you have some left over. Here's a method of turning those scraps into gorgeous little gift envelopes.
Hot Chocolate for One GiftThis is a page about hot chocolate for one gift. A small recycled glass jar is the perfect container for this tasty gift.
Making an Inchworm LollipopThis is a page about making an inchworm lollipop. This cute little foam and pom pom inch worm lollipop is a fun gift to make for the children in your life.
Making Soup and Bread Mix Christmas GiftsThis is a page about making soup and bread mix Christmas gifts. Giving homemade soup and companion bread mixes, is a fun way to share favorite recipes with friends and family.
Making a Cinnamon and Orange Potpourri BagThis is a page about making a cinnamon and orange potpourri bag. The spicy scent of cinnamon and the sweet citrusy aroma of orange combine very well to make an amazing potpourri bag.
Making a Birthday Candy PosterThis is a page about making a birthday candy poster. A fun birthday present can be personalize poster using packages of candy to help you express your good wishes.
Making a Pineapple Gift JarThis is a page about making a pineapple gift jar. These pineapple gift jars are a creative way to give small gifts to family and friends.
Making Pizza Box Cash GiftThis is a page about making a pizza box cash gift. Coming up with cute ways to give cash makes the gift giving and receiving more fun.
Making a Sock CupcakeThis is a page about making a sock cupcake. This is a cute way to give a gift of socks.
Back-to-School Eraser Mini SignsThis is a page about back-to-school eraser mini signs. Using new or recycled chalkboard erasers to make this teacher gift is a project that you and your children and work on together.
Making a Shirt and Tie Gift PocketThis is a page about making a shirt and tie gift pocket. Perfect wrapping idea for your favorite man.
Making a Pencil Box for a TeacherThis is a page about making a pencil box for a teacher. Painted wooden boxes decorated with pencils and crayons allows you to literally make a pencil box gift for your teacher.
Making a Vintage Rose Gift BagThis is a page about making a vintage rose gift bag. Roses made from decorated egg carton cups are used to embellish a plain gift bag and make it unique and special.
Making a Soap Scented Perfume BasketThis is a page about making a soap scented perfume basket. This fragrant decorative craft begins with a bar of your favorite scented soap.
Making a Money TreeThis is a page about making a money tree. A money tree is a nice gift for certain occasions.
Easy Candy Jar GiftsThis is a page about easy candy jar gifts. Candy jar gifts are quick and easy and thrifty gift that anyone will love.
Making Stenciled Gift WrapThis is a page about stenciled gift wrap. Making your own stenciled gift wrap is a great way to customize your gifts.
Making a Paper Cup Gift BoxThis is a page about making a paper cup gift box. This cute paper cup gift box will delight whoever receives it.
Making a "Vitamins for The Heart" GiftThis is a page about making a "vitamins for the heart" gift. Make this cute recycled gift for any loved one, perfect for Valentine's day.
Making a Dish Soap Bottle ApronThis is a page about making a dish soap bottle apron. This cute little apron makes a plain bottle of dish soap decorative. It makes a nice gift as well.
Making Colorful Children's Birthday Gift WrapThis is a page about making colorful children's birthday gift wrap. Using a cute rubber stamp and then coloring in the shapes you can make really nice gift wrapping paper.
Making a Shabby Chic Gift TagThis is a page about making a shabby chic gift tag. This fun to make and easily alterable gift tag will make the recipient smile before they even open your gift.
'Adventure Funds' JarMy friend was looking for a gift idea for her son who recently got married. She decided that she wanted to collect money for them to be able to do some fun things together, that maybe they couldn't afford otherwise. So I made her this 'Adventure Funds' jar.
Using Butcher Paper for Gift WrapThis is a page about using butcher paper for gift wrap. Butcher paper makes simple classic looking gift wrap and is easy to decorate if you want a more personalized style.
Decorating Plain Brown Paper for Gift WrappingThis is a page about decorating plain brown paper for gift wrapping. Less expensive rolls of plain brown paper provide you with a canvas for creating your own unique gift wrapping paper.
Use Newspaper Comics for Gift WrapThis is a page about use newspaper comics for gift wrap. If you still receive a copy of the newspaper, the colorful comics pages make fun recycled gift wrap paper.
Making a Cookie Cutter Poem and GiftAnyone receiving this gift of cookie cutters and cute poem is going to love it. This is a page about making a cookie cutter poem and gift.
Dinner and a Movie Gift BasketMake this gift basket for a couple in need of a date night. This page is about making a dinner and a movie gift basket.
Mini Handprint CanvasMake this treasured gift for grandparents and other family members. A small canvas, some paint, and a willing child are all you need. This is a page about making a mini handprint canvas.
Making 'Sealed With a Kiss' Felt CrittersSend a sweet kiss to a loved one with these unique fun to make felt critters. Add magnets for hanging. This is a page about making "sealed with a kiss" felt critters.
Helpful Hannah Gift IdeaHere is a great idea on how to make a nice gift for your hostess. This is a page about helpful hannah gift idea.
Upcycled Beaded Lid Gift JarsAdd pretty beads to the lid of a jar and create an lovely gift jar. This is a page about beaded lid upcycled gift jars.
How to Make a Paper Plate Cookie Gift BasketThe humble paper plate once again finds itself the star of this cute cookie basket craft. This is a page about how to make a paper plate cookie gift basket.
How to Make Knit Therapy BagsThese quick to make bags were originally made to give as gift to friends who were looking for something to take their mind off smoking. Add some knitting needles and yarn and they can make more to gift to other friends. This is a page about how to make knit therapy bags.
Gift Bags for Seniors in Nursing HomesMaking up some gift bags of items for people in a nursing home is sure to brighten the day of anyone receiving this thoughtful gift. This is a page about gift bags for seniors in nursing homes.
Decorated Journal Teacher's Appreciation GiftTurn an ordinary manuscript book into a jazzed up journal for your child's favorite teacher. The teacher will love making some notes in this journal, keeping her thoughts organized during the school term. An easy, cost-effective way to show appreciation.
Christmastime Homemade Christmas CardChristmas cards are a perfect homemade craft that doubles as a gift. This is a page about Christmastime homemade Christmas card.
Delightful Jar Teacher's Appreciation GiftUse an empty glass jar, floral gift wrap, and a few embellishments to make a beautiful yet thrifty teacher's appreciation gift. Fill it with peanuts or sweets and show your child's teacher how much you appreciate her being part of your child's life.
Recycled Tissue Roll for Small Gift WrappingUsing tissue rolls is a very easy, simple, yet thrifty, way for wrapping gifts. One way of saving Mother Earth is by reusing rather than adding to the landfills. It is also a good project for making together with your kids. This is fun!
