Whether you’re looking for anniversary gifts, alcohol gift sets or you want to go the extra mile with a personal touch, there’s plenty of reasons to make your own presents.
Your loved one is sure to appreciate the thought that has gone into creating a personalised gift – and here is a selection of some ideas to show just how much you care this Christmas.
Christmas candles
If you’re looking to unleash your creative side, why not try making your very own candles?
You could even do your bit for the environment by upcycling empty jars and pots – using them as your candle holders.
Invest in some wax flakes (soya wax flakes and candle making kits are available online and in craft stores), wicks and fragrance oils – as well as a double boiler, and you’ll be able to get started.
Say it with cake
It doesn’t matter if you’re not much of a baker, thanks to the array of easy-to-use cake mixes on the market.
Whether you’re looking for a kit your little ones can use, or you’re just less comfortable in the kitchen, there’s plenty of choice out there.
The Galaxy Chocolate Orange mix is available in most major supermarkets, or for a healthier option, Sweetpea Pantry (sold in Ocado, Sainsbury’s and Tesco) have got you covered.
Let them redeem their gift
From a romantic dinner for two, to your promise to handle the washing up for the whole week, personalised coupons are no doubt a very thoughtful gift.
Print out the vouchers, or write them out yourself – the choice is yours.
Treat them with body scrub
With just three ingredients, making a batch of body scrub isn’t as difficult as you may think.
Let your loved ones pamper themselves with a helping of a vanilla-scented scrub, packaged up in a glass clip jar.
Just stir together half a cup of cane sugar, three tablespoons of oil, and half a teaspoon of pure vanilla extract – and your gift will be good to go.
Build your own hamper
From alcohol themes to foodie hampers, there’s no shortage of choice when it comes to these thoughtful presents.
But, why not go one step further, and give them a package you’ve prepared yourself?
Simply pick up a wicker basket or storage box online or from a local craft store, and fill it with items you know they’ll love.
Drinks and festive treats will surely go down well, or, why not focus on a particular theme – such as a gardening hamper packed with packets of seeds, gloves and vouchers to spend at their local garden centre?
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