We all know the feeling in the pit of our stomachs, knowing that it is December 20th and you don't have the funds to give proper gifts to the ones you love. This feeling is horrifying, because we know that Mom and Dad are getting you everything that you asked for and your BFF is getting you that one thing that you both saw at that one place and you said you liked.
But fear not! I have here a simple list to solve your holiday blues.
1: DIY Fleece Blanket
Not only do they provide warmth, but they provide a fun night with your friends making your DIY blankets.
Fabric: 6$ or less (http://hancockfabrics.com/)
Gift of seeing a friend's/family member's happiness: Priceless
Here's how:
2: Picture Frame Fun
Take an old and large picture frame, pick up some spray paint (I recommend gold glitter) and twine, and go to town! Create a creative way to hold your memories!
Old picture frame: Free (REPURPOSE)
Spray Paint: 6$ - 10$ (http://www.walmart.com/browse/home-improvement/spr...)
Twine: 3$ (http://www.target.com/p/spritz-jute-twine-50-yards...)
The joy of looking through old photos to use: Priceless
3: Recreate Old Family Photos
The goal is not to make Mom cry, but to remind her that we aren't going anywhere....and that we grew up to be incredibly attractive. (BTW, that is actually my siblings and I. [s/o to Jennica Scott for her awesome photo!])
Photo Prints: Less than 2$ (Any printing service)
Rekindling the old sibling love/hate while recreating the photos: Priceless
4: Dollar Store Candy Cup
Swing by your local dollar store and pick up a plastic to-go cup and a couple bags of candy and VIOALA!
To go cup: 1$ (https://www.dollartree.com/household/kitchen-dinin...)
Assorted candy: Up to 5$ (if you are feeling like a big spender (https://www.dollartree.com/search/go#w=candy)
Eating half of the candy while making said gift: Priceless (+the calories ingested)
5: Writer's Kit
Create a small gift that prompts creativity! Run to your local craft store and head straight to the dollar section. Grab a small wooden box, some cute pens and pencils, maybe a few stickers, and a small pad of lined paper. Throw it all together and put a ribbon on it, and you've got yourself a homemade writers kit!
Wooden Box: 5$ (http://www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-&-Hobbies/Wood-...)
Pencils: 3$- 5$ and make them Star Wars because that's awesome (http://www.michaels.com/star-wars-pencils-12ct/D00...)
Stickers: less than 1$ (http://www.michaels.com/search?q=stickers#q=sticke...)
Pad of paper: Less than 5$ (https://www.discountmugs.com/product/not46-2.75x4....)
The joy of picking out the Star Wars pencils and buying extra for yourself: Priceless
Do you feel that? That is relief, because you just figured out what to get everyone for the holidays. Now enjoy making these heartfelt gifts and enjoy your stress free holidays! Or just buy a gift card like everyone else. Either way, Happy Gifting!
