Holiday gifts from the heart (versus a big box store) are more personal and probably less expensive than anything you could buy, and are probably more appreciated, as well. Consider labeling your creations as artisan or handcrafted, as these are words that are often used in advertising to describe creations (food, beverage or otherwise) that are made by hand, usually in small batches. Sounds a bit more posh than homemade, don't you think?
One of my favorite Web sites for craft ideas (except for the annoying video ads) is Kaboose.com. Aside from making great gifts, these crafts will give something for kids to do before the holidays arrive. Consider outsourcing the table centerpiece or napkin rings to the children in your family. Check out their Christmas 2011, Chanukah and Kwanzaa pages.
Other good sites for holiday/Winter craft projects include:
- Disney's FamilyFun.com -- see Cold Weather Crafts and Christmas Gifts, Cards & Decorations
- Better Homes and Gardens -- if you can ignore the "subscribe now" messages, you'll find that Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa are all covered
- Martha Stewart Holidays has "good things" for Christmas and Hanukkah, as well as a number of other handmade gift ideas; I may try my hand whipping up some Bath Fizzies
- Browse the 745.5 section (in adult, young adult and children's departments) for books with craft, homemade gift ideas, directions
- If you're a beginner, try your hand at craft projects geared at kids, which may be easier to master than say, Martha Stewart's craft projects
- Edible gifts are always appreciated, so be sure to search the catalog for "Christmas cookery"
- Check out a back issue of Crafts 'N Things, FamilyFun, Knitters or Martha Stewart Living for ideas
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