handmade gifts
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Marsha Cooper
@marsha32 (6631)
• United States
27 Dec 16
My picture actually shows 33 bags. As I got to fixing them up to wrap I realized I was short on bags for the guys. I had to go dig in my craft room for more fabric that would be appropriate for a guy to carry, so I made 3 more...
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Marsha Cooper
@marsha32 (6631)
• United States
19 Dec 11
Recently I read in someone's blog where they are vowing to themselves to make, or buy homemade, all of their Christmas gifts next year.
I actually love this idea and have also vowed to do the same.
I'm already feeling...
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happythoughts
@happythoughts (4109)
• United States
24 Oct 11
Do you make things for the holidays instead of buying them. This year is a tighter year for us. I would love to make a few more things with my time and effort rather then spend money but I dont really have any ideas.
What...
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ElusiveButterfly
@ElusiveButterfly (45941)
• United States
1 Jan 10
I am proud to say that the mittens that made for gifts found their way to the recipients! They were delighted. The first one said "She sure makes warm mittens", the second one said "You can say that again", and the third did. I...
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AndieBee
@AndieBee (27)
• United States
7 Nov 09
I'm a pin keep artist and craft junkie extraordinaire. I've been crafting nearly my whole life. When I was young, we didn't always have a lot of money, so handmade gifts were a very important part of my life. Not only did I learn...
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mamacathie
@mamacathie (3928)
• United States
18 Jun 07
I wish we could get back to the simple gifts and the ability to appreciate them. People give so elaborate gifts now that it seems everyone is in competition to give the best gift. I wish things were back where we could make...
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mamacathie
@mamacathie (3928)
• United States
18 Jun 07
hand-crocheted edge hankies? My mama made them before she passed away and now I have quite a few. She always gave them in a greeting card she would send. I know that is one good idea. I am wanting to think of more ways to use...
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andreaskye
@andreaskye (390)
• United States
10 Apr 07
I know tips are all over the net but I thought it would be fun to introduce here.
Guys and Gals, what are some ideas for a thoughtful romantic gift for your true love that you make yourself. Nothing expensive, just really...
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lovesfreedom
@lovesfreedom (1245)
• United States
27 Mar 07
I am big on making personal gifts.
As I said in another discussion, I am in the process of writing a book on my family history from my research to give as gifts to my siblings and other family members.
Some other projects I...
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