How is it December already? Weren’t we just pumpkining all the things, jumping in all the leaves and carving all the jack-o-lanterns? Oh well. The holidays are almost here whether I like it or not.  I’m not making all my gifts this year. The handmade holiday challenge that I did last year was kind of insane. But I’ll still make a few gifts and I’ll still try to stay under $100, of course. If you are a fellow nut and want to MAKE ALL THE GIFTS here’s a few (or 20) ideas for low-cost gifts to make this holiday.

For the fashionista:

1. A knotted bracelet
2. A clay beads necklace
3. Polymer clay hair accessories
4. A holiday crown

For the foodie:

1. DIY vanilla extract
2. Upcycle a rolling pin
3. Low sugar nuts
4. Infused liquors!
5. A personalized mug filled with coffee or chocolates

Can you knit or sew? These projects are super fun

1. A knitted baby cape
2. A chunky, knitted scarf
3. A knitted scrubbie
4. A leather clutch
5. A look-alike, handmade American Apparel circle scarf

For everyone:

1. Beeswax candles
2. Pillows!
3. A toy for your furry friends
4. A clay bowl for jewelry, change or paper clips
5. A hand-painted and customized ukulele
6. And last, but not least, make everyone’s favorite gift (cash!) a little more exciting with this cash mobile.

What gifts are you making this holiday season? Tell me about them in the comments!

love,
melanie