I can't believe it is time for the holidays already! It seems like summer just began. Where has the time gone? I know that I have a big list of holiday projects I need to get started on.
I typically don't do handcrafted gifts for my family but the economic times being what they are that is exactly what me and my girls have decided to do!
My girls and I made a list of some really good things to give family members without breaking our budget.
Here is a list of what we came up with....please feel free to use any of them...=D
We all know how much teenagers like to frequent the movies...atleast in my house.
we decided to give prepaid movie passes to our local theater as part of their stocking stuffers....or if you have couch potoato and movie buff...how about a movie night gift basket. Fill it with microwave popcorn, a DVD and some popcorn toppings....oh and don't forget the little popcorn bags (you can get them at your local craft store).
Now for the ladies in your life..old or young..have you ever known a female that doesn't enjoy a day at the spa? Well why not give them the gift of relaxation. Again, another gift basket...the possibilities are endless with this so use your imagination.
You can purchase or make your own bath salts, candles and soaps.
Add body sponges and head pillows...or even a great novel.
You can also do a pedicure or manicure gift basket.
This is actually one of my favorites...and last year we gave it to my Brother in law. He was going thought a particularly difficult time and being a single dad with 2 boys he was sooo appreciative.
So this is what we did....we made a pizza basket! Now I know you are thinking pizza basket???
YES, I purchased a couple boxes of pizza crust and tons of non perishable toppings.
Pepperoni, pizza sauce, crushed red pepper flakes and anything I could think of that would be good on a pizza....again use your imagination.
It is a great way to get your family in the kitchen together.
Now you can always stick with tired and true.
Preserves, baked goods, homemade breads and peanut brittle.
The holidays are about love and togetherness...so don't think that if you make it that it won't be cherished. I promise some of the best gifts I have ever received were made by someone who took the time to put the themselves in it.
May you and your family be blessed this holiday season ♥
