Eeek! Christmas is coming up and it feels like it’s gonna be here before we know it! I love the idea of getting crafty and having the kids make handmade gifts and fortunately for me, I am married to the master at it! Check out these adorable gift ideas Dan and the boys have done for me from years gone by.

Idea #1: Napkin holder. Dan found this cute little napkin holder at Michael’s and the words “Family” and “Love” there too. He brought it home, had the kids stain it and glued the words on. It sits on our table every day and we can enjoy their handiwork. He even labeled the bottom so I know it was a gift for Christmas 2019.

Idea #2: Tissue Box. Dan found this cute little wooden tissue holder and had Nathan paint it for me. It was years ago but look how sweet his little paintings are!! He just had Nathan do this one, but you could have each kiddo paint a side or write their names to make it inclusive to more kiddos.

Idea #3: Name Plaque Key Holder. Dan had an extra piece of wood laying around and had the idea to make a key holder. He got the letters for our name at Michael’s and added those. He found some very simple hooks to screw in and voila! This hangs on our stairs as you walk in the door. I love that it’s useful and personalized.

Idea #4: Picture Frames. I LOVE this one so much! Dan found some old wooden picture frames and had the kids decorate them. For the set of three, Dan had each kid choose how to decorate their frame and they got to choose the picture to put inside. I love how each frame is such a representation of each kid’s personality.

Idea #5: Pen Holder. One year, Dan had the kids decorate plastic cups to make a pen holder for my tutoring desk. He had them use whatever materials we had around the house and decorate to their heart’s content. I use it every day and love it!

Cheers to being creative and giving unique, extra special gifts. I enjoy being able to look around our home and see creative touches from the boys.

**Check out Michael’s for some great craft ideas and supplies. You can also find this tissue box on amazon: https://amzn.to/3g3t4aN and picture frames here: https://amzn.to/3rOyuZS