Fun and easy holiday gifts for everyone

By Sydney Homerstad

Something Homemade

Making something by hand for a loved one and spending time on it can oftentimes be far more personal than anything bought, serving as a sentimental item rather than something that may very well get thrown out the next day. So if you are good at art, embroidery, photo or video editing, making bracelets, or some other form of creation, you can simply make all of your gifts! I myself am making scented candles out of energy drink cans. Here is a list of 40 homemade gift ideas and how to make them!

Stickers, Buttons, Pins, Patches or Cute Jewelry

Almost everyone loves to accessorize to display their style and interests. Earrings of their favorite food, patches and pins referencing their favorite bands and shows, and stickers to match their aesthetic are the perfect way to provide that on a budget.

Self-Care Gift Basket

This year has been stressful for everyone, and a gift basket complete with chocolate, a good book, face masks, bath bombs and/or beauty supplies would get a lot of use. For an affordable place to get your materials, try Target or Five Below. Here are some ideas.

Giftcards

Sometimes the most useful gift is to let the receiver go out to buy something for themself. Do they take daily trips to Starbucks, need new clothes or have a specific store they love to shop at?

A LEGO Set

Building something fit to your interests can be a fun activity for all ages, and the result ends up being a cool decoration. If you know someone who likes architecture, cars, space, Minecraft or Star Wars, this is an especially great option. Here is where you can browse different LEGO sets and merchandise, or you can simply visit Target or Walmart. Prices range anywhere from around $10 for small, fun creations, to upwards of $500 for huge, intricate sets with thousands of pieces.