I’m always on the lookout for easy gifts to make, here are some of my favorites I’ve found lately:
1. Homemade lunchbags. Quenna at Blissful has several varieties and Tumbling Blocks has an oilcloth version that I just love.
2. Tiny sweater ornaments. These miniature knitted sweaters at Inside a Black Apple could make an adorable garland or series of ornaments for the tree. And you know those tiny buttons are too much to resist.
3. Homemade chocolate truffles. I make these regularly as gifts and they’re always a hit. Put them in tiny gift boxes for added sweetness.
4. Pop-up cards. Robert Sabuda.com has fabulous tutorials for making beautiful pop-up cards–perfect for any time of year.
5. Ribbon pinecone ornaments. Whip up has the tutorial for making these beautiful ribbon pinecones–they look easy enough to do with older children too.
6. A chic wall calendar. Using Little Hut’s pattern you can make a calendar with recycled scraps–really pretty.
7. A hand-bound journal. Dad Can Do has a cute denim-covered diary that’s got to appeal to the teen in your life. Actually, I’d like it too. Here’s another version as a field-notebook.
8. A Zoom crocheted bucket hat. Crafty Crafty lists this fun hat with a classic name (remember the old PBS show?) Love the colors, love the pattern.
9. A pillow case tote. Have any pretty pillowcases you can’t bear to throw away? Creative Kismet has this tutorial to make them into classy totes. Here’s another version from Maize’s Dairy using vintage fabric calenders.
10. A wizard wand. Have a Potter fan in your life? This tutorial for making genuine wizard wands at Dad Can Do is simple for anyone and would elevate you to Super Cool Status with your kids.
11. A tiny zippered pouch. Mari’s little bias tape pockets are so cute and versatile, they would be a welcome gift for so many on my list. And they look easy to make . . . or how about a organizer? A clever idea for anyone who’s carrying lots of stuff, this purse organizer is pretty and practical.
12. Buggy mittens. I saw this pattern and knew I’d make them, the ladybug mittens are too cute not to make. If you’re past the kid phase of life, how about these Magnificent Mittens? The name says it all.
13. A Victorian lace ornament. From Loom Lore this makes those pretty little glass balls so elegant.
and a bonus:
Just in case you are looking for ways to fill up your holiday hours, here’s the ultimate craft project. I’ve included it just for the WOW factor. WOW!
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