In recent times it has been financially difficult for many families to even make ends meet. Yet, there are still special occasions, lifetime memory moments that find us in need of giving gifts. We don't want to give the message to our friends and loved ones that their occasion isn't important to us, simply because money is tight. There is a solution to this dilemma, by finding fabulous frugal special gifts you can make yourself to give that shows you care and your loved ones matter.
Special Occasions
Common special occasions that need fabulous frugal gifts you can make include birthdays, holidays, Christmas, graduations, Father's Day, Mother's Day, anniversaries, weddings, baby showers, office parties, Christmas exchanges, Valentine's Day, Hanukah, Easter. Other less common events, bar mitzvahs, bat mitzvahs, administrative assistant's day, boss's day, Grandparents day, a get well gesture, a thank you gift, a make up after a fight gesture, Thanksgiving, New Year's, making the honor roll, anything really that is special to someone you care about can be a cause to celebrate, to pause, recognize and honor someone and express your gratitude.
Gifts Made in the Kitchen
Food and food items are always a hit and there are many ideas that can be gleaned here.
Gifts in a jar are great gifts and can be anything from cookie recipes, soups, flavored creamers, spices, rubs, hot drinks, and they can be decorated in creative ways using everyday materials in the house and tailored specially for the person the gift is being given too.
Flavored vinegars are also very inexpensive to make, can be decorated with unique flair and also be a real home decor item for the recipient of the gift.
Of course there are many desserts that made wonderful gifts, a plate of cookies, a hot pie fresh out of the oven, a loaf of fresh baked bread, a pan of lasagna or any other favorite dish your loved on likes.
A beautiful recipe box can be decorated along with your favorite recipes placed inside to remind your loved one of you and special times you've shared together.
Pamper Gifts
Homemade gifts made with pampering in mind are always a hit for the ladies. Scented neck pillows are easy and inexpensive to make and a wonderful treat after a stress filled day. There are many body and bath recipes that can be made quickly and with little money including bath salts, body butters, lotions, soaps and the like.
These items can be put in a small basket along with a couple of tea light candles, perhaps a book or magazine, a package of hot cocoa and other other pamper related item wrapped with a big bow for a larger gift. A well thoughtful greeting card can pull the whole package together.
Gift Certificates
These can be wonderful fun. Play on the computer to design your own custom made gift certificate for a truly fabulous frugal special gift you can make for that special person. Perhaps you'd offer to baby-sit, or wash windows, or give a massage or any other special talent you have to offer for that person to redeem at a later time. Time itself is many times a most precious commodity and appreciated greatly by others.
Consider making a photo album or scrap book with photos of memories shared with that person. Photo mugs can also be inexpensive yet give that very personalized touch.
The main point is to really try to consider what the intended person truly likes and get creative in ways outside the box that say in a meaningful way to that person, you matter to me, I care about you. Sometimes the homemade gifts are far more precious than any gift that could be purchased, because of the time, thought and care put into the gifts.
Valerie Garner - Hi, I'm Valerie a midlife lady who loves to learn new things, photography, reading, writing, and drinking coffee with friends. I've ...
