For this article, I would like to appeal to friends of crafters and makers, or anyone who might be related to someone who's passionate about all things crafty and DIY.
You may also know someone in your church, office, or the places where you volunteer who does crafts for a hobby.
Crafters, DIY enthusiasts, designers, and creators may be known for utilizing their imagination and creativity to meet the demand for unique and practical merchandise.
Some crafters are happy enough to give their creations away. And yet, rest assured that just like the average person, they're just as appreciative with receiving gifts.
And you don't need to worry about spending a ton just to please your crafter friends and relatives. You can afford several gifts, even if you're on a budget.
The following is not an exhaustive list, but just a guide to give you some good ideas:
Cute pin cushions
A couple of cute pin cushions are perfect for those who are into sewing by hand, like Cross Stitch or needlework.
Craft books
You're probably aware that there are different types of crafts, and giving several instructional books with photos and procedures of craft projects to your relatives or friends can help keep them updated with the latest tools and materials.
A gift basket filled with yarn
Yarn of good quality will always be appreciated by knitters and crochet enthusiasts.
For an aesthetic effect, fill an inexpensive wicker basket with around 5-6 balls of yarns, either in different colors or within the same color family, wrap them with clear cellophane, and secure them with a ribbon.
Cardmaking essentials
Handmade greeting cards are rare items, so it is important for card makers to maintain their supplies and equipment.
You might want to give a couple of brand new tools or materials to the card makers that you know so they can try out different techniques for their cards.
Click on the links below for tools and products that are very affordable:
EK Success Paper Crimper
Sizzix Thinlits Die Set Build a Cake
Sizzix Sidekick Starter Kit
Vaessen Creative Cut Easy Mini Starters Kit
Embroidery kits
The great thing about embroidery, cross stitch, and needlework is the variety of kits being made available in the market. The designs are also categorized to suit a stitcher's level.
You may know someone who's just getting started in sewing, so go for those embroidery kits for beginners. And then look for more complex designs for your friends or relatives who are advanced stitchers.
Click on the links below to view available embroidery kits:
Oh Sew Bootiful
Anchor Blue Tits Printed Embroidery Kit
DMC Love Flowers Kit
Pad of scrapbook paper
There seems to be no end to the patterns and designs that can be printed on scrapbook paper, making them all-time excellent presents for those who are into cardmaking, scrapbooking, and other varieties of paper crafts.
For ideas on where to shop for scrapbook paper, check out the following links:
The Paper Boutique Christmas Adventure
Echo Park Paper
Echo Park Paper New Day Cardmakers
Craft Consortium Happy Haunting Paper Pad
