Handmade Gifts

Searching for a last minute gift idea? Search no longer… with supplies found in most pantries, you can whip up a sweet-smelling Peppermint Body Scrub in minutes! Plus, print a set of sugar scrub labels to package it beautifully. A few weekends ago, several friends and I gathered together for a craft night. My favorite …

Learn how to make infused vodka with cranberry and apple. An infused vodka recipe perfect for the holidays with almond, vanilla, apples, and cranberries. On the 12th day of Craftmas, my true love gave to me… a Cranberry Apple infused vodka. Yes, it’s the last day of Craftmas — which also means that it is …

Looking for a practical and affordable handmade gift? Learn how to make easy lavender and vanilla sugar scrub jars in minutes. On the 8th day of Craftmas, my true love gave to me… a sugar scrub jar! Are you just now finding the 12 Days of Craftmas Series? If so, you’re in for a treat! …

Learn how to make a mason jar candle, handmade with an amberwood scent. Plus, 11 more gift ideas included in the 12 Days of Craftmas! On the 4th day of Craftmas, my true love gave to me… a Handmade Mason Jar Candle. These mason jar candles are an easy handmade gift idea. Are you just …

25+ Handmade Gift Ideas that are simple. The holidays are busy, so homemade gifts should be easy and practical! The holidays are tough. High expectations. Busy calendars. Tight pocketbooks. Over the years, I’ve found that having a few handmade gift ideas to make is a sweet spot for me in terms of holiday preparation. …Why? …

Learn how to make a set of personalized marshmallow sticks. This quick and affordable craft makes a great gift for him. Plus, make a nearly no-sew carrying bag to tote the smores sticks. Y’all know that I love anything personalized (coasters, cord wraps, recipe boxes, photo holders…), so it just seems fitting to have personalized marshmallow sticks for summer bonfires. …

30+ Handcrafted Leather Gifts You’ll want to Give {and Get!}. Plus handmade leather gifts aren’t just “gifts for him,” this post has something for everyone! Still trying to find a few more Christmas gifts? Maybe you feel “stuck” — does everything store-bought seem bland and boring? Consider rounding up some scrap leather and making a …

Learn how to make personalized wood photo holders for everyone on your Christmas list. A photo display stand is a great stocking stuffer! The best Christmas gifts? Those that are meaningful and functional… timeless and stylish… suitable for him or for her. As a stocking stuffer or a gift set, these personalized wood photo holders are …

Learn how to make leather gift tags to wrap presents. DIY Leather gift tags are a quick and easy gift wrap idea. Looking for something modern, simple, and rustic to take your gift wrapping up a notch? Today, I’m teaching you how to make a stylish leather gift tag, perfect for wrapping Christmas gifts or …

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NewDadMustHaves #CollectiveBias 2017 may mark the year for best Father’s Day gift ever. Our 2-year old has learned to remove her diaper, but she’s not quite ready for the potty. This has led to some eventful afternoons! Waking …

I’ve shared a few gift guides with you this holiday season {Gifts for the Foodie, Gifts for the Gardener} and I’m closing the season out with a truly last-minute Gift Guide. All you need for most of these gifts is internet access, a printer, ink, and cardstock — though several would be lovely paired with a few items …

Learn how to make a DIY leather cord keeper to hold earbuds, charging cords, USB cords, and more. This cord holder – or “cord taco” – can be personalized, making it a great gift for him! Who doesn’t have phone or tablet cords laying around? Today, I’m showing you how to make a leather cord keeper with …

Make DIY Bath Bombs and wrap them in vintage linens, like cloth napkins, for a custom, luxurious look. A perfect gift for her or as a stocking stuffer! On the 5th day of Craftmas, my true love gave to me… a bath bomb wrapped in vintage linen napkins. Pamper your friends with homemade DIY bath …

These DIY leather coasters are a simple and quick gift for him. Perfect for Father’s Day or as a Christmas stocking stuffer, you can even personalize the leather coaster set with their name or initials! Leather items are one of my favorite gift ideas for the men in my life. This simple and quick DIY …

Since the focus of my 2016 Holiday Collection is to Give Creatively, I am working to inspire you – with specific gift ideas – over the holiday weeks. The first post in this series was a Gardening Gift Guide. This week, I’m sharing Foodie Gift Ideas, perfect for the friend or family member who loves to get …