I took a cone, covered it in moss and glued/pinned magnolia seed pods to it instead of pinecones, and made a tree. Glued and glittered some pods for arrangements. I like them. I even soaked some in clorox water to bleach them,and some pinecones . nice color and different.
I have an old Christmas tree (not pre-lit) that I was going to dispose of. I am in the process of cutting and tying the branches to make outdoor window swags.
You can make any themed (Christmas, Thanksgiving, spring, birthday, etc) candles. Use the tall glass candles from Dollar Tree. Cover with Mod Pog. Carefully cover with a printed napkin cut to fit the candle. Cover with one or two coats of Mod Pog.
If you type key word(s) in the search box above, you will see many projects that other HomeTalkers have made. Some of them may inspire you. Also, keep an ear and eye open during conversations that may reveal what that person would like.
If you sew you could make fabric bins, fabric wallets/credit card or business card holders, pin cushions, fabric cell phone case, market bags or small purses. All of these items could be made for about $2.00-$5.00.
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Here you go Kathy. http://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=Christmas%20gift%20ideas
I took a cone, covered it in moss and glued/pinned magnolia seed pods to it instead of pinecones, and made a tree. Glued and glittered some pods for arrangements. I like them. I even soaked some in clorox water to bleach them,and some pinecones . nice color and different.
@Hali Thanks You I wil try this I think my sisiter will love this
I have an old Christmas tree (not pre-lit) that I was going to dispose of. I am in the process of cutting and tying the branches to make outdoor window swags.
I am taking tile squares and making coasters
You can make any themed (Christmas, Thanksgiving, spring, birthday, etc) candles. Use the tall glass candles from Dollar Tree. Cover with Mod Pog. Carefully cover with a printed napkin cut to fit the candle. Cover with one or two coats of Mod Pog.
nice decorated food items on pinterest; something they can use for sure.
If you type key word(s) in the search box above, you will see many projects that other HomeTalkers have made. Some of them may inspire you. Also, keep an ear and eye open during conversations that may reveal what that person would like.
If you sew you could make fabric bins, fabric wallets/credit card or business card holders, pin cushions, fabric cell phone case, market bags or small purses. All of these items could be made for about $2.00-$5.00.