Craft your own last minute gifts
Put final days before Christmas to good use and get busy
It’s almost Christmas, but if you’re short of money or ideas for last minute gifts, there’s still time to make some simple, but lovely ones of your own. Festive crafting can be planned weeks before the event, but can also be a speedy project you can sort within a matter of hours, or a weekend .... that’s the beauty of it.
From quick solution sock patterns to the quickest of cross stitches, there are plenty of ideas out there to inspire your creations.
Among suppliers who can help is LoveCrafts, who have many fast and easy ideas to fill your friends’ and family’s stockings.
Cosy, home-made hats are always appreciated in winter, particularly with the cold and windy storms we’ve seen of late.
Hat hair is definitely worth it when you’re wearing a colourful hat, and they’re great for both children and adults. Fight off the winter chill and gift a friend a knitted or crocheted hat for Christmas.
Terrific toys can be crafted for youngsters, so you could knit or hook up some adorable little creatures for the kids in your life - from a little kindness monster, to a space rocket and astronaut.
The designs are quick to make, and there’s nothing better than the smile that lights up a little one’s face when they open a new favourite toy.
Gorgeous Christmas decorations are lovely to give, and can be kept to be re-used year after year. From terrific tree toppers and bright baubles, to stunning wreaths and ornaments, little festive decorations make the perfect last-minute gift.
Stitch up a storm with cute, quick and easy embroidery and cross stitch patterns. Many designs make gorgeous gifts to pop into a frame, or even jazz up a jacket or a jumper.
Make a pair of mittens and if you’ve got time, they can go with a home-made hat and scarf.
Knit or crochet bright coloured mittens for that extra festive feeling.
Stash-busting secret Santa presents are possible too. If you’ve got a low budget for an office secret Santa, then a super speedy handmade gift that you can make with what you’ve got in your stash could be the answer. Plus, you know that what you give will be original.
As kids, the idea of getting socks in your stocking was rather underwhelming, but now we know better... a pair of super snuggly handmade socks makes a lovely present.
At LoveCrafts.com you can find craft materials, yarn, free patterns, needles, threads, fabrics, hooks, craft books and kits for the knitter, needleworker, quilter or bit-of-everything crafter, or for complete beginners who seek to be inspired.
Other home-made lastminute gifts could include fudge or chocolates in a handcrafted bag or box, decorated candles, home-made soaps or bath crystals, or photo frames, mugs or dishes, decorated by you.
Crafting has been proven to be a calming and heartwarming activity so the benefits of making presents benefit you as well as the recipient. It can be a family affair too, with everyone making a contribution.