A Girl's Guide to Teenage Years

8 (Cheap) DIY Holiday Gift Ideas

Hey everyone, I'm back! I know I haven't posted in such a long time, but I promise I am trying to get better! I have actually been sick for a while now and, I mean, the Holiday time is super busy! But, to make it up to you, I'm posting a Holiday chapter up on here, now! Oh, and, WE REACHED MORE THAN ONE THOUSAND VIEWS!!! Thank you guys so so much for that, it means so much! Anyway, I don't know about you, but finding inexpensive gift ideas for friends or family is about the hardest thing on earth (besides math), so today I will help all of you beautiful girls out with that, as this is: 8 (Cheap) DIY Holiday Gift Ideas!

(I have tried some of these out on my friends and family for previous years and they seemed to have enjoyed them!)

I'm also going to rate the expensiveness from 1 to 10, so that will be the numbers at the beginning.

1. (6) Movie Night in a Basket: This enjoyable gift idea is one that many people will enjoy, no matter what age or gender. You will need a movie or two (preferably one that the gift receiver will enjoy), several packets of microwave popcorn (not popped), a few boxes of candy (Smarties, m&ms, Red Hots), and maybe some trail mix if the person is a little bit more healthy.

2. (7 or 8) Little Goodies: This idea is sure to be a hit, from giving it to bosses, teachers, and more! What you'll need for this is completely up to you, but I'll give you some ideas. Alright so to start off, you'll need a plastic or portable Starbucks cup or any other cup of that sort. Then you can get gift cards, maybe some chap stick, pencils (for teachers), cheap earrings, just little trinkets that you think they'll love!

3. (5) DIY iPhone Case: This gift idea is great for teens, or your friends, as it is pretty inexpensive! So for this, like the Little Goodies, it is completely up to you on how you want to decorate your case, but again, I will give you some ideas on what you can do! The only thing that is mandatory is a clear or white iPhone case. Then, you can buy sticker studs, or letter stickers, or even scrapbook paper to glue on... really anything! I used sticker studs and letter stickers for mine, but be creative and have fun!

4. (4) Candy Box: If you have a sweet tooth like me, you're sure to love this Holiday Gift Idea! You will need, a cute box (you can decorate it if you would like) and some candy! I used box candy for mine, and I didn't make it neat or anything, as I made it "messy cute"! I don't know if that makes sense, but it's kind of like purposely messy. This Idea is SUPER easy and a big hit!

5. (3) Hot Chocolate Ornament This one is hard to explain, so bear with me a little bit. What you'll need is an ornament, hot chocolate mix, a funnel would be helpful, marshmallows, and crushed up peppermint. First, you'll want to pop off the lid of the ornament and stick the funnel in the hole. Then you'll want to carefully pour the hot chocolate mix in, filling up half of the ornament. Next, stick a few marshmallows in and sprinkle the crushed peppermint on the top. Now, pop the lid back on and tie a ribbon to where you can hang it on the tree! There you go, and if you have any questions, be sure to ask me!

6. (2) Snowman Mason Jar: This one is probably the cheapest and the easiest. You'll need marshmallows, three medium sized buttons, ribbon, and a normal sized Mason jar. Take the marshmallows and fill the Mason jar all the way up (you can put the lid on after you fill it). Next, hot glue the three buttons down the jar like a snowman's buttons. Next, tie a ribbon at the top of the jar like a scarf, and then you're done! See, it's easy and super duper cheap!

7. (7) Bedtime Package: This is one of my personal favorites, as I'm all about relaxing! All of the things I will list are optional, but I suggest to use them all. The suggestions are, a book or two that the person would love (or is popular at the time), slippers, bath salts, a relaxing candle, and maybe a blanket or robe. Now you just have to arrange them in a cute basket, and you're done!

8. (4) DIY Starter Kit: I love this Idea so much, and I hope that your friends will, too! This is just basically a craft kit, but more for DIY's then anything. You will need, some Mod Podge, glitter, a hot glue gun (kind of expensive), foam brushes, and scissors! Now you have a cute starter kit!

That's all for this chapter, but I hope you guys enjoyed and make sure to stay tuned for more Holiday chapters!

This Chapter's comment: What is your favorite gift Idea?

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