This year things are a bit tight for all of us. We're in a recession, our homes are worth less than ever, and our children want EVERYTHING (well, I speak for Caeden...). We did not experience job loss like so many did, but our year was full of health care related expenses. What I mean to say is, regardless of our individual situations this year - it has been a tough one for most.
That really doesn't stop me from wanting to give presents to those I care about and be crafty as much as possible, so what's a girl to do? Here are some thrifty ideas and links to get you started:
Free gift tags that you just print! Link to tons here.
Make the neatest holiday candles ever (super inexpensive!): Link to short video tutorial here.
And, a $5 coupon code for all the goodies you'll see on the House of 3 site.
(An aside, I made these candles a couple of years ago and instead of printing off graphics, I used stamps and ink and they turned out fabulous.)
(Photo credit Heidi Swapp)
Free downloadable Holiday Cards here (stylish - not el' cheapo).
Create a winter village craft with the kids with old cereal boxes here.
It's a bit late for the Advent Calendar, but Caeden and I are printing off this free one today and decorating it as his official "countdown to Christmas" visual.
Here are tons of felt craft ideas you don't want to miss: The Long Thread Blog.
And last, these are not free, but super cute. These ornaments are not breakable - making them perfect for the lower portion of the tree that was all but bare because of a certain baby named Claire. I love these! Curiosity of Land of Nod.
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