It Was a Gift

I made these last year for just about everyone on my list. I assure you, they were a big hit! I used double sided scrap-booking paper to make 20 ornaments under 20 dollars. 3 sheets will make 2 ornaments.

Paper Ornaments via Instructables

DIY Candy Cane Syrup

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:36:00 +0000

What a great idea! This sweet little treat would be perfect to p pair with some homemade hot chocolate mix.

Candy Cane Syrup
via Storybook Woods

Hot Chocolate Mix
via ingredients, inc.

DIY Cat Playhouse

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 19:54:00 +0000

I don't have a cat, but if I did, my cat would have a new place to hang out very soon. I love this idea!

10 Books Wine Lovers Will Love

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:46:00 +0000

1. The Oxford Companion to Wine $40.95

2. The Billionaires Vinegar $10.17

3. Wine Politics $18.15

4. Wine & War $10.17

5. To Cork or Not to Cork $11.47

6. Red, White and Drunk All Over $10.17

7. The Grial $12.89

8. Living With Wine $47.25

9. The Judgement of Paris $11.52

10. The Wine Bible $12.97

DIY Infused Spirits

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 22:30:00 +0000

Make your own custom infused spirits for your friends this year. Want to make the gift even more special? Throw in some DIY etched glassware.

Infused Vodka via wikihow
Skittles Vodka via MixThatDrink

DIY Lunchbag

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 19:01:00 +0000

This adorable DIY lunch bag would make a great gift for your office friends.

Lunchbag via Design Sponge

DIY Braided Doormat

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 17:44:00 +0000

Choose rope colors to coordinate with your friends home.

DIY Braided Doormat via Martha Stewart

DIY Illuminated Snowflake Ornament

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:13:00 +0000

This ornament does require some soldering, but I think it's worth it. The center holds an LED light.

Illuminated Ornament
via Fashioning Technology

DIY Cuff Links

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 19:30:00 +0000

What a great way to add to his cuff link collection. Let the kids pick out the stones and you put them together.

Cuff Links via Martha Stewart

DIY Garden Torches

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:06:00 +0000

These torches are perfect for wine lovers or gardeners. Plus, they keep wine bottles out of landfills and they're just awesome.

Wine bottle torch
via Gerardot & Co.

DIY Sling Bag

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 17:10:00 +0000

Using minimal fabric and a bit of your time, you can make this adorable everyday sling bag. The free pattern also comes with the option to make it a shoulder bag.

Sling Bag via Oh, Fransson!

DIY Acorn Bird Feeder

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 15:52:00 +0000

If you're looking for homemade gift ideas, I highly recommend the DIY section at Design Sponge. It's filled with great ideas like this acorn bird feeder, perfect for the gardener in your life.

Acorn Bird Feeder
via Design Sponge

DIY Teacup Candles

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 22:25:00 +0000

Check your local thrift store for cheap teacups and fill with candle wax. What adorable and affordable hostess gifts!

Teacup Candle via Martha Stewart

DIY Etched Glasses

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 19:11:00 +0000

How about giving these with some homemade infused spirits? Love it!

Etched Glasses via Martha Stewart

DIY Can Mosaic

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:10:00 +0000

These can be used to hold pens, but these would also make great gifts with plants inside. Maybe some fresh herbs?

DIY Can Mosaic via Instructables

DIY Pet Tags

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:36:00 +0000

Download free templates to make adorable tags for your furry friends this Christmas.

Pet Tags via Martha Stewart

DIY Button Plant Sling

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:36:00 +0000

Check out this easy plant sling. Use all of those extra buttons you have lying around for something useful.

Buttoned Plant Sling via Martha Stewart

Is your Christmas budget a bit tight?

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 16:32:00 +0000

It's DIY gift days here at It Was a Gift! Is your Christmas budget a bit tight this year? You still have plenty of time to make gifts for everyone on your list. For the next two days, I will be posting links to some fantastic and easy projects, perfect for gift giving.

Who is left on your list?

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:56:00 +0000

Signed Iconic Print

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:50:00 +0000

Who could ever forget those eyes. Now you can pick up a poster sized print of the most famous National Geographic cover, signed by the photographer himself.

Signed Afghan Girl Poster $49.95 National Geographic

Tired of holding your beer?

noreply@blogger.com (DS) — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 17:38:00 +0000

Your beer will always be by your side with this rugged leather beer holster that attaches to any belt. Perfect for grilling and tailgating.

Beer Holster $34.95 Red Envolope