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Handmade Gifts

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busy bags

source: Mandi Ehman

I first saw this cute busy bag idea at Money Saving Mom, and it seemed like the perfect addition to the stocking stuffers for our littlest girls.

Not only do these encourage creativity and fine motor skills, but they’re super easy to make too. I cut out the pieces one evening while making dinner!

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101 Days of Christmas: Winter Potpourri

December 13, 2011
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A few months ago, my husband gave me flowers, and I left them in the vase a little too long (oops!). The leaves that began to drop off were so pretty and perfectly preserved, and I just knew I’d be making them into potpourri. I ended up creating this “cozy winter” potpourri as a gift [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Covered Jar Lids

December 10, 2011
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I was looking for ways to cover a jar lid for a gift that I’ll share later this week when I stumbled across this super simple idea on Pinterest. It may be my favorite project of this whole series because it’s so quick and easy with such a high impact. I’ll be using it for [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Candy Cane Reindeer

November 29, 2011
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This is an oldie but a goody that I figured was worth reposting because it’s such a fun and simple project to do with the kids! These easy candy cane reindeer can be added to gifts, handed out at school parties and family get-togethers or incorporated into your holiday decor. You probably have most of [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Monogrammed Tote Bag

November 27, 2011
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I’m a little embarrassed to post this project before it’s all the way finished because it is so very simple, but unfortunately I misplaced my yellow embroidery thread and won’t be able to finish stitching it until I find it or buy some more! But even in its not-quite-finished state, I love this cute little [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Themed Gift Baskets

November 23, 2011
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This post is brought to you by 101 Deals of Christmas at For the Mommas, featuring a steal of a deal every day from now through Christmas: Confession: I have a thing for gift baskets! There’s just something about picking a theme and finding the right combination of items to fill a basket or bag [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Photo Coasters

November 17, 2011
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This is a really fun project, inspired by Lee La La! Make custom photo coasters for your own home or as personalized gifts for pretty much anyone on your list. I love the look of portraits on them, but you could really use a variety of images depending on who you’re making them for. I [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Pocket Pixie Dolls

November 16, 2011
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I was hoping to wait to post this project until I actually finished making my pocket pixie dolls (so I could wow you with my improved skills after my goofy t-shirt bunny!). Unfortunately, we’ve been super busy, and I’m making slow progress. Even though I’m not done, I wanted to be sure you saw these [...]

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101 Days of Christmas: Fleece Fringe Blankets

November 9, 2011
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This post is brought to you by ListPlanIt, where you’ll find hundreds of lists and planning pages to help your organize your holiday season…and your life! I’ve always had a thing for blankets. Many of my favorite “heirlooms” are blankets — the old quilt my mom let me use over the side of the crib [...]

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