9 DIY gifts that people will actually want to recieveĀ 

The holidays are almost here... it's time to trim the tree, bake some cookies, and start thinking about Christmas presents! Christmas can be an expensive time of year, but it doesn't have to be! Instead of buying a bunch of presents, why not make some yourself?
Not only will you save a ton of money, but nothing says "I put a lot of thought into this present" like a personalized DIY project!
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1. Gold leaf paper mache bowls (h/t Kelli Murray)
Paper mache can be used to make so much more than pinatas! These gold leaf paper mache bowls would be perfect for holding jewelry, candy, or almost anything else.
2. Instagram coasters (h/t Tater Tots And Jello)
If you have a friend who puts a lot of work into their Instagram feed, these Instagram coasters are a guaranteed hit. Bonus points if you make a cute wooden box to hold the coasters when they're not being used!
3. Refreshing face mists (h/t Design Love Fest)
Face mists are definitely a "splurge" item, but your friends don't have to know how easy and inexpensive these are to make! If you have enough time, you could even make your own personalized labels.
4. Hand painted mug (h/t Wit And Whistle)
You can never go wrong with giving someone a cute mug for Christmas! This one was made with a special porcelain outliner, but you could get a similar look just by using a Sharpie and baking it in the oven.
5. Fern printed tea towels (h/t Hearth and Vine)
You don't need to be a great painter to make these gorgeous printed tea towels — the designs were made using real fern leaves! This would also be a great way to personalize a homemade throw pillow.
6. Marble serving tray (h/t Almost Makes Perfect)
The holidays are meant for eating and entertaining, and a pretty serving tray will always come in handy. This DIY marble version is so elegant that no one will believe it was homemade!
7. Glowing photo luminaries (h/t Our Best Bites)
Forget about giving someone a plain old photo in a frame — make their favorite photo into a gorgeous luminary instead! This would be an awesome way to reuse any old candle jars you might have lying around.
8. Vintage teacup candles (h/t Rhiannon Bosse)
I don't think there's anyone who wouldn't be happy to get a pretty candle for Christmas, and it's even better if it's a DIY candle that was made with love! If you don't have any vintage teacups hiding in your cupboard, you should have no problem finding some at the thrift store.
9. Tube bead necklace (h/t The Lovely Drawer)
You'll never believe how simple these tube bead necklaces are to make. You might as well make a whole bunch... all your friends are going to want one once they found out you made them yourself!
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