DIY Christmas Gifts.

Sure it's nice to go out and buy things for the people on your Christmas list....but, I betcha what they'd all really love is something made by you :)

I usually end up doing a little of both each year; purchasing that apparel, or video game (brother!) as well a making something. It's a total win/win section, because you get to be creative (which is the most fun!) and you get to bless someone :)

So, here are some of my favorite DIY Christmas gifts! Enjoy! Also, if you find a really cool DIY idea for the holiday season, please comment about it below--I would love to hear! Always wanting new, amazing ideas!

1) Buckeyes!!

When I was younger I had a friend who gave everyone on her list a basket filled with homemade goodies! My favorite item? The buckeyes. So the following years I made bags full for all my friends...it was a total hit. Not only are they the easiest thing in the world to make, but they're so very delicious! Wrap them up in a cute little Christmas goodie bag and you're good to go :) (or even make a little basket of a whole bunch of goodies like my friend did.)

Here is the wonderful recipe I always use: Buckeyes!

2) Homemade Journals

I for one, love to write, therefore I constantly am buying journals. I would never force someone to journal, because it might not be everyone's thing, but I think it is indeed a wonderful thing. So, for all those people on your list who love to write, sketch, or whom you just think is in need of a good journal, this is the perfect gift!

Things You'll Need:

*Plain Journal (Michael's, Wal-Mart, Target etc)
*Mod Podge
*Random Magazines
*Gluestick

To Make:

Go through magazines with the person you're making the journal for in mind. Find all the pictures, quotes, sayings that scream, "them!" Cut them out, glue them on the journal (and inside too on random pages!), and then cover the whole thing in Mod Podge to seal it. And, "walah!", you've got a perfect, homemade journal made specifically for your loved one. SOO EASY!

3) Keepsake Boxes

Keepsake boxes are so easy to personalize and can be used for almost anything/anyone. They are also so simple to make. Simply go to Michael's and pick up a wooden keepsake box in any design you want. Pick out practically anything to decorate it with (ex: magazine clippings, stickers, decorations, paint) Bam! You're done! (pss...if you do end up using magazine clippings, mod podge over those areas!)

4) Mixed CD.

This is honestly the easiest (and probably least expensive) gift to give anyone on your list. Just buy some blank CD's, and burn a mix of some of your favorite singles over the past year or so, making sure to personalize to the individual's taste as well. Everyone loves new music! This is the perfect gift!

That's it for now! Tomorrow, be sure to check out, Christmas Gifts for Her. I have been researching some pretty awesome deals to help you buy that perfect gift for every girl on your list this year.

Peace. Love. Joy.