How to Make a Jewelry Box?Are there any other readers that have made jewelry boxes themselves that I could get some suggestions from, or maybe a website that could help me?
Gift for an Elderly Woman?I need a gift for my husband's great aunt. She will be visiting this year for the holidays. She doesn't eat sweets and I don't really know much about her. What is a good gift for an elderly woman?
Gift Idea for a College Student?My grandchild is attending his first year of college this year. I'm at a loss what would be a good gift for a beginning college student.
Grandmother on a Budget?I am on a budget and this past year my children have given me 4 grandchildren. Although I would love to buy them all expensive gifts, I just don't have resources. How do you grandmothers deal with the problem of lots of grandchildren and not a lot of money?
Gift for a Computer Guy?My brother in law is a real computer-head. That's all he talks about and about all he does. Can anyone think of a good gift for him?
"Just Dating" Gift Ideas?I recently met a man that I like very much. We're at the just dating stage. We will be spending the holidays together. I want to buy a fun gift that's appropriate and personal, but am on a limited budget. -
Thanksgiving Gift Ideas?I'm going to Thanksgiving dinner at my friend's house. I'm single and they told me I don't need to bring anything, but I still would like to give them something. What would be a good gift to bring in thanks for inviting me.
Thrifty Gift Ideas for a Friend?I have a friend that I met online and we've been emailing back and forth for almost two years now. I wanted to send her a little something for Christmas, but don't have a lot of money to spend.
40th Birthday Ideas?Greetings from South Africa! My brother-in-law is turning the big 40 in December. They're throwing him a massive b/day bash with the "Naughty Fourties" theme. What can I give that will be original and memorable? All ideas and assistance will be very welcome!
Best Inexpensive Gift You Have Received?What are your favorite inexpensive gifts?
Thrifty Gifts For High School Seniors?I know it is only January, but it's time to start thinking of graduation gifts for high school seniors. Does anyone have any nice, but thrifty ideas on gifts besides money? Thanks.
Gift for a Fisherman?My uncle is having his 50th birthday soon. He's an avid fisherman. Can anyone think of a good gift?
Forcing Bulbs for Easter Gifts?Does anyone have any good ideas for forcing bulbs for Easter and Mother's Day? I'd like to give the flowering bulbs as gifts. How do you do it? What kind of containers do you use?
30th Anniversary Gift?My parents are having their 30th wedding anniversary in late March. I don't have a lot of money but would like to do something special. I have 2 brothers and a sister who would also help. What would be a nice gift or should we give them a party?
Welcome to the Neighborhood Gift Ideas?I have some new neighbors. What is a good welcome gift for someone new to the neighborhood?
Gifts for the Grease Monkey?Can anyone think of good gifts for my grease monkey brother? He has plenty of tools. What else could I get him?
Gift for Step Dad?I want to get my step dad a really good present. I don't know him really well yet. He hunts and also does a lot of landscaping. He works very hard and is usually very busy. When I ask him what he would like, he says "Oh maybe some tools." but tools don't seem sentimental enough.
Inexpensive Baby Gift Ideas?I need a new baby gift for a baby boy. I'm low on money.
Thanks.
Gift for a Crafter?My sister-in-law is a crafter. She's always making something. What would be a good gift in the way of supplies? Is there something you crafters always running out of? A new product or tool that would be a good gift?
Retirement Party and Gift Ideas?My boss is retiring in the next few weeks. We plan to give him a party and a gift. Can anyone think of some good suggestions for these? We are collecting money from the staff so there will be some money to spend.
New Relationship Birthday Present Ideas?I have just recently started dating after getting divorced. I have been seeing this person on and off for about two months. My problem is that his birthday is coming up next week and I have no idea what to get him or do for him on his birthday.
Looking for Tiered Circle Boxes?I am looking for a company that would sell boxes at a thrifty price. I am planning on making 3 tier snowmen as gifts for co-workers and friends. Does anyone know of a company that sells tiered circle boxes for a cheap rate?
Adoption Gift Ideas?I need a gift idea for family who has just finalized an adoption. The kids are too old for new baby gifts any ideas? Thanks
Family Present?I'm supposed to send some friends a "family" present. A gift for the whole family for under $20. Any ideas? There are 5 in the family, mom, dad, and 3 kids 5-9.
Housewarming Money Tree?I am having a housewarming celebration. My home is completely furnished with the exception of major appliances. Would it be proper to ask for money or to have a money tree for guests to place their gifts of money?
Planning a Special and Affordable Anniversary?For all of you creative (and romantic) thinkers out there, I could use some ideas for planning an Anniversary date for my husband. We have been married 11 years and have two very young children.
(This is a request from 1998) I am looking for some ideas for homemade Christmas gifts for men. The women will get homemade stationery, but I've got 2 dads, a step-dad and two teen-aged brother-in-laws I need something else for.
Santa Reader
Need Gift Ideas for a 21 Year Old in the Hospital?I need ideas for a patient who is 21 and had a head trauma case and is now in rehab and needs things to make his stay better
Paula
Gift Box Tag? Please, does anyone know the words to the tag attached to decorate a pretty little box that is empty? It went something like this...
Looking for Shower Wrap Information?A friend told me about shower wraps she used to help sew for another lady to sell. She said you use a towel that has a wide hem, 4" of velcro to close at top, elastic for around the top and a ribbon trim. Has anybody else made these? I would like to make a couple for my daughter's-in-law for Christmas. My friend had forgotten the measurements used for the small, medium and large sizes. I would just like to hear if anybody else is making these. Also, wouldn't it be neat to make a matching one for the guys?
Katherine
Need Christmas Gift and Other Ideas?For several years now, when I do an internet search for "Homemade Gift Ideas". I come to your site, and see all the great ideas, like Jar, or basket gifts etc.
12 Days of Christmas Ideas?Several friends and I are planning on doing the 12 Days of Christmas for a lady who really needs some pampering right now. We are wondering what are some things we could give her to correspond to each of the 12 days, just something to let her know we are thinking about her.
Looking for Lightweight Gift Ideas for Family Overseas?I have a daughter and son-in-law living overseas and need gift ideas for Christmas that don't weigh too much. These could include novelty, fun ideas from the good old USA, and also nice gift ideas.
Need Help with Gift Ideas?ok I'm a kid. I have a problem. I'm 14 and I can't drive so I have to get my mom to take me places to buy her stuff? hello! problem! My dad is in Iraq so basically I am screwed i get $40 a week if I do my chores for everytime. If I miss a chore my mom takes off 5 bucks! I need that money to buy stuff for her and for her stocking and Domi (foreign exchange student, 17, can't drive) and Max and the dogs and Grandma
what i got my mom so far is:
~a beauty basket
~a snowglobe
~cookbooks
~rich chocolate for her stocking
but thats it! I need help please how can i get cash for gifts?
chelsi
Gift Baskets Ideas for My Dad?I like to make gifts for my parents and this year I want to make gift baskets but I dont have one for my dad. I just don't know what to put in it. Any ideas? Please help.
Casey
Cake You Can Cook In A Jar?I saw somewhere, perhaps on your site, a receipe for cake or maybe bread, that you actually bake in a jar. I would appreciate any information anyone could give. I thought these would be neat Christmas girft that were economical as well as fun.
Linda from Iowa
Tips for Mailing Gifts?Tips and ideas for mailing gifts. Post your ideas.
Looking for Small, Elegant Treat Ideas?I have a cute idea on how to package gifts for my friends but I can't seem to find any elegant yet small treats or candies to make to put in it. Any ideas would be helpful, thanks!
Sofia from Maryland
How to Find the Store When Returning Presents?I am sure other readers have incountered this problem. What do you do with all the Christmas presents that you do not want or need.. Also how do you find the store where they bought the item. My father gave me a full set of National Geographic for the computer.
What to give a patient in hospital and his wife?What can you give a friend whose husband is in hospital. He is now paralized from waist down. His wife has stayed by his side for the past few weeks. What kind of gift can I give her to use/enjoy while staying in hospital with him and what can I give him that he may be able to use?
Erin
Looking For a Special Gift For A Guy?I'm within a budget and looking for the perfect gift for a 21 year old guy! It has to be something special because he is a really good freind!
Thanks!
Sweets
Wrapping a Box Social Meal in a Creative Way?Do you have an idea of how to wrap a present that is filled with food? We have a box social this weekend and I want to wrap it in some creative way.
Eco-Friendly Baby Shower Gift?I would like to get my friend's little one off to a healthy, non-toxic, earth-friendly start, and I need to spend less than $30. I could just get a small gift basket from one of the on-line shops I've seen, but with those, you end up paying $7.50 each for smallish bottles of lotion, shampoo, etc. Is this a good deal?
Papillon
Buying Atomizer Bottles?I am going to make gifts, and would like to have pretty glass atomizer bottles. Could you please tell me where I could purchase these? Thanks!
Confirmation Gifts for Boys?What kind of gifts can you get for a teenage boy for confirmation?
How to Make Seed Packet Diapers?I am making favors for a baby shower. They are seed packets in little diapers made out of material. I am looking for instructions to make the little diapers! I am not crafty at all and can't figure it out on my own!
Need Craft Gift Idea for One-Year-Old Girl?I've been invited to my one-year-old niece's birthday party in less than two weeks. I made a promise to myself that I would make ALL my gifts this year! So I need an idea for something I can make quickly.
Free Printable Cards or E-cards?Does anyone know of sites that allow free printing of cards or E-cards? I know there must be some. I'm new at this. Also are there sites that have just friendly chat among cleancut adults NOT LOOKING for anything but good conversation?
Bar Mitzvah and Graduation Gift Ideas?My niece is graduating high school and my nephew will be Bar Mitzvah this June. Both occasions call for gifts, but being on disability, my funds are very, very tight. Any suggestions?
Inexpensive 50th Birthday Gift Ideas?This weekend My family and I are traveling 10 hours via SUV to my sister in-laws 50th Birthday. I just paid ALOT in taxes (today) and gas prices are out of this world. I would be grateful for any gift idea that are inexpensive.
Soccer Senior Gifts?I was just given the task of making the 7 Seniors on our soccer team their gift from the team. The last few years other girls on the team did this. I would love some ideas, please. Thank you for your help.
Gift Ideas for a Blind Woman?Do you have any ideas for types of gifts to give a blind person that has enough money to buy herself anything she could desire? She doesn't wear jewlery or go shopping, so gift cards are not worthwhile. Any suggestions?
"The Talented Mr. Ripley" Question?Does anyone know the name of the original french film that the movie" The Talented Mr. Ripley" was based on. I am getting married in a few weeks and want to give it to my bride as a gift as, it is the movie we went to see on our first date.
Graduation Present for Sister?My sister and I are both graduating this year. I need ideas for presents to get her without spending a lot of money?
Printing Pictures For Graduation Announcements?After taking the picture with a digital camera, do you take the camera to a photo place to have a lot of pictures made or do you print a picture first and take that to the photo place?
Shirt Gift Card Made Out of Dollars?I would like a pattern for a gift card that you fold dollar bills to look like a man's shirt. You decorate it using two-sided tape with buttons and a ribbon for a tie.
Birthday Present Ideas For My Mom?My mom's B-day is very soon and I have no idea what to get her. Also, I don't really have any money. I already have a card, but I really want to get something more. I wish I could make something that's doesn't take much time, money and is easy to make.
Gift Ideas for School Staff?I am on the PTA board and we are trying to figure out a new birthday gift to give staff members this year. Since we have a limited budget and must buy for many, we are trying to keep it inexpensive. Last year we had a poem that came with a bunch of small items.
Gift Ideas For a Business Partner?I have a good business partner, and his birthday is coming in 2 months. I want to get him a great, unusual gift, but I couldn't find anyone who can help me with it. The problem is that I'm busy, and do not have enough time to think about it. I'm ready to pay some money for a good ideas.
Graduation Basket Ideas?My ex-boyfriend and good friend is graduating from high school soon and I want to get him a basket and fill it with all sorts of things. The problem is I don't really know what to get him and I'm running out of money. I've already made him some mix tapes and gotten some stuff from his favorite TV shows and put that stuff in, I just want to put a lot more in and make it really special.
What to give an outstanding woman?I have a friend who is just super. She is raising 3 young boys, one with a disability, she has a job with headstart...
Teacher of the Year Gift?Any suggestions for a novel, very special gift for a Teacher of the Year who is also a niece?
Birthday Presents for a History Buff?I need help for my husband who is turning 25 this month. He is an avid history buff, CRAZY about hunting and would love anything to do with his truck. I can't decide what to get him and I would like to be creative.
Gifts for Coworkers?I need help with an inexpensive gift for the holidays for my staff at work. I am a manager at a healthcare facility and I have alot of staff both men and women.
Birthday Gift for Someone Deployed in Iraq?What is a good birthday gift for my girlfriend who is deployed to Iraq?
Gift Ideas for a Future Pilot?My boyfriend and I have been dating for almost a year. We are both 16 and have a promising relationship. He is very hard to buy for and is interested in either becoming a pilot or joining the Air Force or Army.
Cards for Leaving Tips?Does anyone have the information on how to create miniture cards to leave with a tip at at a local restraunt or at your barber or stylist?
Flower Pot Gift Ideas?I have a ton of flower pots that I'd love to use in my holiday giving but I need ideas for the people who don't like gardening.
Bath and Body Basket Ideas?Can someone please give some info on how to decorate a bath & body basket and a basket for Valentine's Day. I make candles, lotions, oils, shower gels, etc. but I am fresh of decoration ideas. I am not too crafty but can be with step by step info and pictures. I need it for 2 presentations.
Gifts for My 80 Year Old Mom?I need help with a birthday gift for my 80 year old mom. She's out of state so the item would have to be shipped. She has everything and not much room.
Sympathy Gift Ideas?A close friend (she's 40) just lost her father to cancer. She is receiving condolences of plants, flowers and food. I want to do something for her or give her something unique. Does anyone have any ideas as to what to do for her, or what to give her?
Birthday Gift for a 96 Year Old?We have a dear uncle who is turning 96 years old in a few weeks. He still lives on his own, is healthy and spry and sharp as a tack! I need suggestions for a birthday gift, if you all would be so kind.
Prayer for Losing Weight?I was wondering if anyone of there knew of a nice prayer to lose weight? I would like to use it in a gift set I am giving someone.
Easter Gift Ideas?Does anyone have a good suggestion for a Easter gift for my son's girlfriend? I would really appreciate any ideas. She is 23 years old.
Gift Recipes?I am in need of recipes for making good and different gifts.
Fishing Gift Basket?I want to make my husband a Father's day gift basket with fishing stuff in it since he loves to go fishing. I have no clue on what the best fishing products are. He only does freshwater fishing. I would also like other gift basket ideas for my father and grandfather.
Homemade Gift Ideas for Boys?I know it is a little early to be thinking about Christmas, but I like to be prepared. I am in a pickle this year! I like to make homemade things, or at least things with a homemade touch. We usually spend $10-15 on our nieces and nephew.
Gift in a Jar Recipes?Does anyone have any gift in a jar recipes or candy recipes for candies that will fit into a jar? I'm trying to find some inexpensive Christmas (and other time) gifts.
When should you give a housewarming gift?Do you give a housewarming gift when a person is renting or when they are purchasing a home?
Gift Ideas for Grandparents?Gift Ideas for Grandparents. Every year for Christmas, I never know what to get my grandparents. They have everything.
Contacting the President for an Anniversary?Contacting the President for an Anniversary. My parents will be married 50 years in May. . .
IOU Coupon Gift Ideas?I would like ideas for IOU coupon gifts for my husband. He is sixty years old and not one to go out a lot. He loves to stay home with our dog Holly.
Acceptable Gifts for Soldiers in Iraq?Does anyone know of a website or list of items that soldiers stationed in Iraq are allowed to have? My son-in-law is being deployed to Iraq and we are going to have Christmas early so we can celebrate with him.
Gift Basket Ideas?I want to make some gift baskets (not gift in a jars, I have lots of recipes for them) Any ideas? What have others used?
Space Theme Gift Ideas?What can I give for gifts that has a "space" theme?
Golden Birthday Gifts?My Boyfriend will be 23 on the 23rd of this month so it is his golden birthday. I am just no quite sure what to get him. I was thinking of some funny things like gold boxer and the movie "Austin Powers Gold member". But what else can I do?
Gift Ideas for a Company Christmas Party Gift Exchange?My place of employment is having a Christmas party where you buy or make a gift for about $20. We all pick numbers. We get to pick a present as our number comes up. The person next can take your gift or anyone else's, etc.
Seminary Graduation Gift Ideas?I have a good friend who is graduating from SW Baptist Theological Seminary and I was looking for gift ideas.
Kid's Presents For Mom?Ok, I'm a kid. I have a problem. I'm 14. I can't drive so I have to get my mom to take me places to buy her stuff. Hello! Problem! My dad is in Iraq. I get $40 a week, if I do my chores.
Gift Ideas for an Artist?What homemade gift do you make for your boyfriend for christmas if he's an artist? Anything that he can use as a tool while painting, drawing, etc. Or any other ideas at all?
Making Almond Roca?Making Almond Roca. When I make almond roca the sugar and butter mixture sometimes separates. The result is a greasy, not as hard or as tasty, product. Even when I make it on dry days this will happen. What am I doing wrong?
Giving a Large Gift?I am looking for a creative way to give a gift that can not be wrapped because it is too big and it also needs to stay outside?
Little House on the Prairie Gift Ideas?My son is 8 years old. In his class they have been studying "Little House in the big Woods" I think that is what Little House on the Prairie is based on. He has to make a Christmas gift for another child that would be relative to that time, or something homemade like they did.
Gift Note Ideas?I need a note or words for a note to write on a gift. I am giving an anonymous gift (a shirt, wal-mart gift card and a few small items) to a student who is a foster child and is having some tough issues to deal with right now.
Giving a Trip to Hawaii as a Gift?Giving a Trip to Hawaii as a Gift. I have booked a trip to Hawaii for my boyfriends 22nd birthday/college graduation gift. I have told him that I have a family reunion that week to ensure that he will have the time off of work.
Adult Luncheon Ideas?My wife is having a luncheon for 8 of her women friends and is looking for some fun ways they can have fun together. They have known each other for 8 years and get together regularly.
100th Birthday Gift Ideas?A woman where I live is turning 100 years old. She doesn't need gifts really or money. I would like to take some thing unique to give to her for her birthday. I don't know her well at all. Thank you for any help you can give me.
Gift Idea for Less Than $30?My dear friends are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary on Easter Sunday. I need to bring a nice but inexpensive (less than $30) gift to the luncheon. I can't think of anything.
End of School Year Gift Ideas?I'm trying to think of new teacher, teacher's aide, and bus driver gifts to give at the end of the school year. My child has had some of these same people helping her out for a number of years, so I've used up many of my old standby ideas already.
What Gifts Should Graduates Get for Other Graduates?What do kids graduating get for their friends also graduating? Money is tight because my daughter is trying to save for college?
Gift Ideas for a Child Undergoing Chemotherapy?I need ideas for fun inexpensive gifts to send to my nephew who will be missing first grade this year due to illness (undergoing chemo).
End of Year Gifts for Cheerleaders?I am looking for ideas for cheerleading end of the year gifts.