Halloween has come and gone and it feels like all of a sudden I’m already behind on Christmas preparations. Which is crazy, considering it’s still over a month away…but I set a goal of having all my Christmas gifts DONE by Thanksgiving, so I only have a few weeks left! Even if you haven’t set a deadline for yourself, it’s definitely a good time to really get serious about your Christmas gift planning – especially if you are hand making some of your gifts.
I think all too often handmade Christmas gifts get a bad rap, but it’s not really because they’re handmade – it’s because they’re just not the right gift. Creating the perfect handmade Christmas gift actually has more to do with WHAT you make rather than how it’s made; therefore, skill doesn’t always play a huge part in it. You can be a talented knitter and make a beautiful scarf for your sister who never really wears accessories, and it will likely just sit in a closet and never get worn. But if you slap a punny saying on a coffee mug for your coffee-loving, pun-obsessed dad, it will probably get used daily. It is crucially important to put thought into what you’re going to make for each person on your list before you jump into crafting. You’ll likely save yourself time and energy, plus your friends and family will end up with a gift they’ll LOVE!
That’s where this printable Christmas Gift planning list comes in. I’ve created a simple printable that walks you through coming up with great handmade gift ideas for the people on your gift list. It’s all about identifying the unique likes/dislikes, hobbies, and personality traits of each person on your gift list to be able to come up with a personalized gift idea just for them.
The best part – I’m giving it away for FREE! Along with the printable Christmas Gift planning list, you’ll also get a sample chapter of my eBook 7 Steps to a Handmade Christmas. Just add your email address in the form below and it will be delivered straight to your inbox!
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Happy holiday crafting, everyone!
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So glad I checked this out! Great ideas and easy to do!
Thanks Misty! So glad you stopped by! :-)
Hi! I subscribed to your blog in order to get the Christmas gift list printable and I’ve yet to receive it. Did I miss a step in there somewhere? Thanks!
Hi Sally! I took a quick look and didn’t see your email on my list, so it looks like your sign up didn’t go through for some reason. Sorry about that! Do you mind trying one more time to submit your email address in the box above? If you still don’t see the email, send me a note directly – meredith@unoriginalmom.com – and I’ll be sure to get it to you!!
This article really emphasizes the importance of thoughtful gift giving, especially during the holiday season. I agree that handmade gifts can be truly special when they’re tailored to the recipient’s preferences. The printable Christmas gift planning list seems like a great tool to help organize ideas and create meaningful gifts. Thanks for sharing these tips and resources!
This is such a helpful post! I love how you emphasize that it’s about the thought behind handmade gifts. The printable list will be a great tool as I plan my Christmas presents. Thanks!