{"id":2376033,"date":"2024-12-04T09:55:01","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T14:55:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/heres-your-guide-to-the-perfect-diy-holiday-season\/"},"modified":"2024-12-04T09:58:10","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T14:58:10","slug":"heres-your-guide-to-the-perfect-diy-holiday-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/heres-your-guide-to-the-perfect-diy-holiday-season\/","title":{"rendered":"Here&#8217;s Your Guide To The Perfect DIY Holiday Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fheres-your-guide-to-the-perfect-diy-holiday-season%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2376033&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>As the holiday season approaches, the rush to shop for gifts can \u2062feel overwhelming, especially after thanksgiving. While store-bought gifts are convenient,\u2064 many \u2064people find joy in creating homemade gifts,\u200d which can be more meaningful\u2063 and \u200bpersonal.\u200d This year, consider\u200d taking time away from the commercial frenzy to\u2063 craft thoughtful gifts for \u2062friends and family.<\/p>\n<p>### Homemade Treats<\/p>\n<p>One popular option \u2063for\u200b homemade \u200dgifts is baked goods. Christmas cookies, for example, are easy to make and can be packaged beautifully for \u2062neighbors or friends. If\u2062 your short on time, try rapid recipes for no-bake cookies or simple treats like peppermint bark.\u2062 You\u200c can even prepare &#8220;ready-to-bake&#8221; items like cinnamon rolls, allowing recipients to enjoy \u200bfresh baking at their convenience. Homemade mixes,\u2064 such\u200b as hot chocolate or pancake mixes, are also lovely gifts when\u200b packaged in mason jars with festive decorations.<\/p>\n<p>### Handmade Gifts<\/p>\n<p>Along with edible gifts,\u200d consider\u200c creating \u2063handmade items. Learning a new crafting skill, such as embroidery, can not only allow you to create personalized gifts, like festive tea towels, but can also be a rewarding experience.\u200c Alternatively, simpler projects like no-sew fleece tie blankets \u200bcan be \u2063made with the whole family and donated to local shelters.<\/p>\n<p>For those who want something less \u2064aspiring, crafting personalized Christmas \u2062stationery can be a fun \u2064and creative way to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/brenda-lee-has-tearful-reaction-to-rockin-around-the-christmas-tree-hitting-no-1\/\" title=\"Brenda Lee gets emotional as &#039;Rockin&#039; Around the Christmas Tree&#039; tops charts\">spread\u200d holiday cheer<\/a>. Gather some cardstock,\u200c festive \u200cstamps, \u2063and other decorative materials to design \u2062unique greeting cards that replace the usual store-bought\u2064 options.<\/p>\n<p>By focusing on\u2063 homemade and handmade gifts, you \u2064can embrace the holiday spirit in a way \u2064that is both fulfilling and stress-free, while also sharing joy with loved \u2063ones.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Christmas and the holiday season always feel far enough away until, suddenly, it&rsquo;s the week after Thanksgiving, and you have to find time during the few weekends in December to make it to the mall &mdash; only to rush through overcrowded, over-priced, and picked-over stores.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Of course, there is nothing inherently wrong with store-bought gifts. But how refreshing would it be to slow down this season, escaping the commercialized bustle for a few hours to intentionally create something original with family and loved ones in mind?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&rsquo;re craving an escape from the overproduced supermarket and mall junk, searching for thoughtful, kid-friendly Christmas crafts, shopping for an artsy friend, or wanting to DIY this season but not sure where to start, here is your holiday guide to the perfect homemade and handmade gifts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Homemade Treats<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Christmas cookies are a staple of the season and a great gift for neighbors or acquaintances. Amid the holiday rush, you may feel like the last thing you have time for is baking, but a quick Google search will reveal dozens of quick and easy recipes for &ldquo;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somewhatsimple.com\/sugar-cookies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10-minute easy sugar cookies<\/a>,&rdquo; no-bake cookies, &ldquo;<a href=\"https:\/\/marissarothkopf.substack.com\/p\/five-minute-brownies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">five-minute brownies<\/a>,&rdquo; and even <a href=\"https:\/\/beyondfrosting.com\/sugar-cookie-icing-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">easy homemade icing<\/a> for decorating. Gather your family or invite a group of friends over to decorate cookies and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Christmas-Cookie-Boxes-Packaging-Containers\/dp\/B098QZVBH8?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&amp;ref_=fplfs&amp;psc=1&amp;smid=AESS969IW8IIK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">package up<\/a> holiday goodies you can all give away throughout the month.<\/p>\n<p>If baking is not your thing, you could also try your hand at making some simple holiday <a href=\"https:\/\/theviewfromgreatisland.com\/no-bake-holiday-treats-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">candies<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/hoosierhomemade.com\/christmas-candy-crunch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">snacks<\/a> to wrap up as stocking stuffers or offer to guests throughout the season. These <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefreshcooky.com\/maple-bourbon-candied-pecans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">maple bourbon candied pecans<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefreshcooky.com\/rosemary-cashews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">baked rosemary cashews<\/a> require only minutes of prep time and are the perfect sweet or savory addition to any gift basket. Classic holiday treats like peppermint bark can also be made at home in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatingbirdfood.com\/easy-peppermint-bark\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a few simple steps<\/a> and without all the processed ingredients found in the grocery store versions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re worried about overwhelming neighbors or friends with baked goods, gifting them what I like to call &ldquo;ready-to-bake goods&rdquo; allows them to enjoy holiday treats on their own time. Growing up, my neighbors always dropped off a tray of homemade, unbaked <a href=\"https:\/\/sallysbakingaddiction.com\/easy-cinnamon-rolls-from-scratch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cinnamon rolls<\/a> with baking instructions (and icing) attached. The rolls were easy to store and &mdash; as they were gifted to us already arranged in a baking dish &mdash; even easier to pop in the oven first thing on Christmas morning.<\/p>\n<figure><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>My mom has often gifted homemade hot chocolate and pancake mixes to family and church friends during the holiday season. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/353001\/homemade-hot-chocolate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/consumer-reports-finds-more-lead-and-cadmium-in-chocolate-urges-change-at-hershey\/\" title=\"Consumer Reports finds more lead and cadmium in chocolate, urges change at Hershey\">hot chocolate mix<\/a><\/a> only calls for three ingredients and takes a few minutes to whisk up. This <a href=\"https:\/\/madeinapinch.com\/bulk-pancake-mix\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pancake mix<\/a> similarly only requires flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt &mdash; although you can make it your own by including other spices or by substituting gluten-free flour to accommodate allergies. Package the mixes in mason jars and attach cooking instructions with festive ribbon or even paint the jar lids with Christmas-themed designs. You can also include toppings like peppermint, marshmallows, dried fruit, candied nuts, or throw in a small bottle of <a href=\"https:\/\/thefederalist.com\/2023\/07\/12\/christmas-in-july-five-homemade-gifts-you-can-start-now-to-beat-the-holiday-hustle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">homemade vanilla extract<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Handmade Gifts&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>While creating for others during the holidays, why not gift yourself a new crafting skill? Over the next few weeks, I plan to try my hand at embroidery and hand-stitch some Christmas-themed tea towels for a few family members. I&rsquo;ve asked my stitch-savvy friends for advice on how to get started and will be making a quick trip to the craft store for the essentials, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/40-PCS-FIVEIZERO-Embroidery-Handsewing\/dp\/B0C52SWHNY\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1H00GRMHMXW0S&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.QfdHFDYsJJECZB_bQ3DSnZUA5KceDmjOg5DqfG3zaNhI-yJ-rge_dxt5UL7YYI3XV1rY85O6Cz97mXA_UPrrBSMg3WjW1aX7K-q4AOncAng5hZG9vbqb252xvFIMap6kehv7gY-XNAg-HMrpTGZmzqckYg0xWTu2wnNolBd6iLUT62OIn7P356eK5W-OECikZ8b_TfTmZEFXn18wz-_CGDEE0IVBg2YzAORlIZ6sM8ZUwPkj3EeUCP6gih4XTIXf59ldLKvLf0lwhwV5SBsVpdKIfKJZjGK_Zagc3YOE2kI.Z-DwOPzgZ5KtLqPf7IiLigCcZvrlNsFWluGAZydsX88&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery+needles&amp;qid=1733180901&amp;sprefix=embroidery+needle%2Caps%2C188&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">embroidery needles<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Friendship-Bracelet-String-Rainbow-Embroidery\/dp\/B07YFBRZ3J\/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=ZJ4CP86N7KV7&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nYGIRdSOIDg98ls0-BSRvYtPLqh24RvHfYzQLbeSjV7rTO11N_6C7CinAqXVRv8TQ0b8Jr6_aaQOSVj-nTWrpcuLLk0v_yIsjnO50jtjmi8DbcZ-XDo3_kjFRnd1rhXvEJ_om_63D59qjQ93gZj_wmRbASa8AJLrQ5ONGPZwkeS8bKPkh4IeGGdfyu9bqBqfGaVIAH4OowIa77C1rP8BNNrdPQ2lBLguXno8-Db3BKpU34pOfCx2iiYMIMRl50Q8ydj8H7g5-xDCeGmW8dnItZcxHBnZJstfC6-kaqFqOlI.Ftx9RcVNVxEX4nJGzh1q-n5f1NrdPacPnWC8mINGCHk&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery+thread&amp;qid=1733180962&amp;sprefix=embroidery+threa%2Caps%2C195&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thread<\/a>, and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/XEmbro-Embroidery-Plastic-Christmas-Ornaments\/dp\/B0C9HS5DDM\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2N98X4OEUWTEL&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Z8Ldsiwf1sBvf-Hryi6uFY1IlnGaZIg_sYO4fYwHggoGowmJK5x_wPYHhkKJcyEPSltcURmhbagCv9ZrrYNtHft2fRHe2DsWb9HmZ8Hn3ensWYhBG6VTbfykPblGsO5ZbVl7bVeawYWasaV5_udkPQQJTBS9cdWN8H9NSC1ejV0vqAMqfmhiuy6WO5uCdIp6gk2D41hWWd1Hb8rHOo03M_IbPB_iFlpbgmUH7pLdLFPTOr3OxFUve99D_t30FOVOvWMbmqeaHye3j-Edo-qsW3mK9Zg8Rghl_iwKU4Q8I-k.7TkFYdYddxRDK428y0yjfytaKJLcaJ3M00Oj-fSFcIQ&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=embroidery+hoop&amp;qid=1733180989&amp;sprefix=embroidery+hoop%2Caps%2C194&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">embroidery hoop<\/a>, as well as a set of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Crafting-Embroidery-Absorbent-Breathable-LITO\/dp\/B0CC53G3JW\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1K05GQUZJYROB&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8o-7w-Re90pgpnCzI02HmYpb9fMTuHSnU0u4e9llZflwPOaaOmi-arh3n5K4RDTUJSm3uvkfch-hu16fXEzqPeI6MZGw0qzpY-5Kncfpz3AsSycXSdvv7f-9rkolmS974YXWYlq-wag210qcp5bBeKB1WYQI65Alu3gVMD9uSpqg0UXlRmM7EAeYuody7xndc3Zf8do1sWgioTYG6lChygxbYE4_qcWi1GCIVxHike0sdgIUSKF9hXCerP-aQPdiygIFh5tlFZhbu-dRXiYDC82v6LRKDuNw29yT2heLtw4.w1YR6EFy0gZQ6IaMxuOtIwPMPXSom3o_ddcDvJ-8aDY&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=plain+white+cotton+tea+towels&amp;qid=1733181024&amp;sprefix=plain+white+cotton+tea+towels%2Caps%2C162&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plain cotton tea towels<\/a> (available for under $10 on Amazon). A number of online <a href=\"https:\/\/cutesycrafts.com\/embroidery-stitches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tutorials<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=go89e8xpVYs\">demonstrate<\/a> basic embroidery stitches and beginner-level designs, like this simple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Cyk9j7OSwVM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christmas tree pattern<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Looking for something a little simpler the whole family can create together? When I was in middle and high school, my church youth group hosted December service projects where we made no-sew, fleece tie blankets to donate to local shelters and ministries. One blanket only requires two pieces of fleece between one yard and two yards each &mdash; depending on the size you want to make. (Most craft stores carry a selection of fleece at very affordable price points.) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8rQ89wbLOZ8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">This tutorial<\/a> shows how to cut the fabric and tie the fleece together to create a double-sided blanket. As a kid, I loved picking out the coordinating colors of fleece and thinking about who might be enjoying the blanket that season.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If embroidery or blanket-making feels too ambitious but you still want to create something festive this year, making your own Christmas stationary instead of buying the same clich&eacute; Hallmark greeting cards may be a good place to start. Grab some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eupako-White-Blank-Cards-Envelopes-5x7-Heavyweight-Folded-Cardstock-A7-Envelopes-Self-Seal-Invitations\/dp\/B0BX5ZMLBN\/ref=sr_1_6?crid=LFHGZ6Q6AB0O&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.PweMF_7sYXCUDyAqsKlaa2ZIP8N6NTBluyvwE343sHDBZ9eyhGrZ7RxhzeUwmkbpMIY1-TOUicHWNGnsXn0fVzVmKfY0DBS0D1tCqrV7iqAbhzLqZQooYLT8cN5xz_AbFeFmCpDiw0cpuCDRTdfdKLKcRqmAVmRFsBNqldniJ89sT5iJf2z-AlEZ9M-BHdFmY5rq6AbNhMSZduWZqOuhJ5-zVDV-Xv4GeDROKuVAr3UlTXklULdQDxu3lsAVZKnWmuEC9UInEnnq34JUIPCz6FtCZlRfgfipo4fD25Z66Fs.qYL2l5xKxOlOmiGnRNGJ1BUOGw59ytrDNF89lDGvs1E&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=card+stock+for+cards&amp;qid=1733246600&amp;sprefix=card+stock+for+card%2Caps%2C189&amp;sr=8-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cardstock<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Watersay-Christmas-Rubber-Wooden-Scrapbooking\/dp\/B0DBZDC3K5\/ref=sr_1_16?crid=KN4UQ6STR9XR&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iJGePZSBEG2tEs8qGEnWe9Bzfek_IHrEVpCzDAFl1tXBhkM9TS02mNY8GQ_MoXob0iOElYTmWnF2pWI3AdVQNpBw_IEUoD80ep7rCaHhq3hzU9tpEq9lqeNhiuA9E_zm6dRRaU7_Rjlioe2_iW4d1A7QYeyLpDo5rdr0rBB6nYzQicRXDno0hqWLuaAgrIyerTShgtAm0G77oOa6PiiKshwnNm1_V19vF2n1Stltfk4SdxbJNXjFF9uSV4GyGsy-tLGU-7aIN5L73l_CFhUPqljPaXYUD7PBAMrgu3Mm_70.YMnkCyyctVcD3uZ8-572CWIy4N_z-1j53JkZ9me2nIg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=holiday+stamp+set&amp;qid=1733246831&amp;sprefix=holiday+stamp+set%2Caps%2C185&amp;sr=8-16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a few<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/DECORA-Pieces-Snowflake-Floral-Scrapbooking\/dp\/B01M1CPBSV\/ref=sr_1_22_sspa?crid=KN4UQ6STR9XR&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iJGePZSBEG2tEs8qGEnWe9Bzfek_IHrEVpCzDAFl1tXBhkM9TS02mNY8GQ_MoXob0iOElYTmWnF2pWI3AdVQNpBw_IEUoD80ep7rCaHhq3hzU9tpEq9lqeNhiuA9E_zm6dRRaU7_Rjlioe2_iW4d1A7QYeyLpDo5rdr0rBB6nYzQicRXDno0hqWLuaAgrIyerTShgtAm0G77oOa6PiiKshwnNm1_V19vF2n1Stltfk4SdxbJNXjFF9uSV4GyGsy-tLGU-7aIN5L73l_CFhUPqljPaXYUD7PBAMrgu3Mm_70.YMnkCyyctVcD3uZ8-572CWIy4N_z-1j53JkZ9me2nIg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=holiday+stamp+set&amp;qid=1733246831&amp;sprefix=holiday+stamp+set%2Caps%2C185&amp;sr=8-22-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&amp;psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">holiday-themed<\/a> cardmaking stamp <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Christmas-Valentines-Melting-Metallic-Decoration\/dp\/B098X2CHK9\/ref=sr_1_38?crid=KN4UQ6STR9XR&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iJGePZSBEG2tEs8qGEnWe9Bzfek_IHrEVpCzDAFl1tXBhkM9TS02mNY8GQ_MoXob0iOElYTmWnF2pWI3AdVQNpBw_IEUoD80ep7rCaHhq3hzU9tpEq9lqeNhiuA9E_zm6dRRaU7_Rjlioe2_iW4d1A7QYeyLpDo5rdr0rBB6nYzQicRXDno0hqWLuaAgrIyerTShgtAm0G77oOa6PiiKshwnNm1_V19vF2n1Stltfk4SdxbJNXjFF9uSV4GyGsy-tLGU-7aIN5L73l_CFhUPqljPaXYUD7PBAMrgu3Mm_70.YMnkCyyctVcD3uZ8-572CWIy4N_z-1j53JkZ9me2nIg&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=holiday+stamp+set&amp;qid=1733246831&amp;sprefix=holiday+stamp+set%2Caps%2C185&amp;sr=8-38\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sets<\/a> and have fun creating an original design before mailing season&rsquo;s greetings to family and friends.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Making some of your own Christmas d&eacute;cor can also be a way to ease into crafting this season while saving time and money. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ifnl8ATN9NA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Social media feeds<\/a> and YouTube are full of simple DIY ornament, garland, and wreath how-tos this time of year &mdash; many of which can be completed with what you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MTRLb_g02ZU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">already have<\/a> lying around the house or after a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bDjTW9j9OEY\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">quick trip to the dollar store<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe you aren&rsquo;t looking to get into the DIY spirit yourself this season but have an aspiring artist on your shopping list. This beautiful step-by-step <a href=\"https:\/\/brighterdaypress.com\/collections\/winter-collection\/products\/pre-order-watercolor-workbook-winter-christmas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">watercolor workbook<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/brighterdaypress.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brighter Day Press<\/a> is perfect for kids (or adults) who love to paint but are still learning the technique. The <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\">workbook features original holiday designs<\/a>, including the lamppost winter scene from <em>Narnia<\/em> and a Nativity silhouette. Brighter Day Press also offers pre-recorded watercolor <a href=\"https:\/\/brighterdaypress.com\/products\/watercolor-class-winter-christmas\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">classes<\/a> featuring designs for all seasons. Be sure to order their <a href=\"https:\/\/brighterdaypress.com\/products\/watercolor-paint-set\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">watercolor paint set<\/a>, too, which can be used in the workbook or alongside any of their painting tutorials.<\/p>\n<figure><\/figure>\n<p>For the more established artist &mdash; or book-lover &mdash; on your list, check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetsequels.com\/craft-bundles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">craft bundles<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/sweetsequels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sweet Sequels<\/a> featuring hand-designed, literature-themed fabric panels. These bundles are perfect for sewing, quilting, or any project that requires some extra fabric. Sweet Sequels also offers a variety of prints and apparel featuring original, hand-painted designs &mdash; the perfect gifts for any art lover.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p>      Maisey Jefferson is a staff editor at <i>The Federalist<\/i>. She graduated from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gordon.edu\/\">Gordon College<\/a> in the greater Boston area with a degree in English and Professional Writing. 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