****Last Minute DIY Gifts****

 

Don't bother going out to the mall for those last minute gifts and instead give these amazing DIYs a try.  I promise you won't regret gluing your table to the floor or stabbing yourself a million times with wire.....

Still have friends and relatives to check off your Christmas shopping list?  Can't bear to spend another day with all the clueless men shopping for ridiculous sweaters asking "My wife is about your size..what do you think about this?" or be spritzed one more time by that damn fragrance associate you passed by just about everyday for the last two weeks and said no thank you too every time?  Well then I ask that you make one quick stop to your local craft store ( I know its another busy store but the fellow customers will be much more pleasant) and the another stop to the liquor store (red or white will do), go home, put a good movie on or DVR'ed shows you haven't been able to catch up on and get ready to knock out that unknown coworker you got for Secret Santa, your Aunt May who you can't even remember and that friend who has it all.  This post is filled with amazing handmade gifts that you can have wrapped up by tomorrow.  Enjoy!!!

SHABBY CHIC EARRING HOLDER FROM KEVINANDAMANDA.COM

Does your friend own more accessories than she can wear in a year?  Does your cousin empty out a drawer full of chain and beads in search of her other earring?  Then this would be the perfect gift for them.  I came across this amazing tutorial on KevinandAmanda.com, a delightful blog full of inspiring things to try (including recipes) and interestingly free fonts. With a budget of only $10 and about 30min to make (give or take a minute or two to unstaple your finger) this is quick and easy with a fantastic end result.

Check it out HERE

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QUIRKY T-SHIRT SCARF FROM KEVINANDAMANDA.COM

Simple and impactful, this would make the perfect gift for that crafty coworker you got for Secret Santa or that Aunt who says you have not focus...she will eat her words!!  Found again on KevinandAmanda.com (my new fav obsession by the way) and incredibly inexpensive.  For a worn look to the T-shirts try washing and drying them a few times.

 

Get the directions HERE and have fun!!!

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LUX LOVER ON A BUDGET FROM DESIGNSPONGEONLINE.COM

Got someone on your list with taste a bit above your current economic status or really want to wow another? Then this is definitely the DIY for you. From DesignSpongeOnline.com, this project is uber simple, completely chic and so quick to do you may awake to find yourself in a bed of these lil' guys.  With the original costing about $200, this present will only run you about $12 depending on what supplies you don't already have. 

Get started HERE

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GLAM UP A T FROM STYLEHURRICANE.BLOGSPOT.COM

Don't let the amazing shirt alarm you...this DIY is actually doable and can definitely be done before Christmas.  Given to us by the amazing Stylehurricane.blogspot.com, this is perfect for that fashion lover on your list.

Get further instructions HERE and maybe make two as you may not want to give up the first..

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 CHARMER FROM PSIMADETHIS.COM 

Just so adorable anyone would want one.  Another great option from the Queen of all things DIY, Erica Domesek at psimadethis.com.

Get started HERE

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 SATIN CORD BRACELET FROM PSIMADETHIS.COM

A better friendship bracelet option easy enough to give all of your friends and  then some. Found once again at PSIMadeThis.com

Further instructions HERE

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SO THATS WHAT LOWES IS FOR FROM STYLEHURRICANE.BLOGSPOT.COM

Edgy and simple to do, this DIY from Stylehurricane.blogspot.com is perfect for that person on your list who enjoys standing out.  

 

Get the step by step rundown HERE

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 COLLAR NECKLACE FROM OUTSAPOP.COM

During my internet scouring I came across this on OutsaPop Trashion site and thought it would make a great gift for that quirky someone and found it to be extremely easy to do.

Check out the quick instructions HERE

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 RAINBOW BRIGHT FROM GAZLIAZEEM ON CUTOUTANDKEEP.NET

So fun to wear and beyond simple to make.  Whether you use old bangles you have lying around or pick up a few at the dollar store, Gazliazeem has come a really fun idea perfect for Spring 2011 and perfect for just about anyone on your gift list.  

P.S. Add some spice to this idea with inexpensive patterned ribbon or fabric..

Check out the steps HERE


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 SIMPLE ZIPPER RING FROM VETH BLACK ON CUTOUTANDKEEP.NET

Another simple but edgy gift option that really won't put a damper on the budget.  Found on the craft mecca site Cutoutandkeep.net, crafter Veth Black posted not only this amazing DIY tutorial but another tutorial on creating a zipper necklace.  Either one would work so get ready to have fun.

Step by Step instructions found HERE

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 Okay everyone, pick your poison and have fun creating unique gifts that will definitely wow the receiver.  And when your done crafting don't let your amazing gift blend in under the Christmas tree.  Why not try making your own wrapping paper??

Put old fashion editorials to use with this nifty idea and if the box is larger than the traditional magazine page check out THIS easy to follow video on how to create photo collage wrapping paper.




Good luck and most of all have fun...