That a homemade DIY gift is widely considered more heartfelt and special isn’t new, but here’s one less-discussed benefit: it’s kind of therapeutic for the maker. The much-needed break for the analog just might unearth a hobby, or stir up a love of design that, some experts say, we’re educated away from (here’s a TED talk, for those who are inclined).
Long story short, making your presents isn’t just a gift for them: it’s buying yourself creative time, too.
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@sugarandcloth
Undeniably cheery pom-poms take about one minute to make and turn any scarf into a warm and fuzzy, one-of-a-kind gift. For them, or for you.
Make Ashley Rose’s pom-pom scarf here.
Location: Houston, TX
Followers: 224k
@almostmakesperfect
Board games still have the upperhand when you’re trying to foster togetherness. Upgrade the old-school guessing game with portraits of your family.
Make Molly Madfis’s guess who here.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Followers: 33k
@danslelakehouse
Give someone the experience of opening a treasure chest—and then the gift of cleanliness (next to godliness, you know).
Make Tanya’s gemstone soap here.
Location: Lake Superior, Canada
Followers: 10.3k
@homeyohmy
These handy coasters will protect any surface and communicate that both you and the recipient appreciate beautiful design in even the most innocuous of places.
Make Amy Kim’s marbled leather coasters here.
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Followers: 36.3k
@fallfordiy
Help a loved one make something of unused space, without adding bulk or clutter, with a woodblock mobile.
Make Francesca Stone’s wood block mobile here.
Location: Birmingham, AL
Followers: 23.8k
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