I don’t know about you, but I LOVE giving gifts and letting people in my life know that I appreciate them!
At this time of year, though, gifting purchases start to add up quickly, so I’ve put together three simple gifts that are big on creativity but small on price. I’m even giving you some FREE printable gift tags in case you want to give these gifts yourself– so easy!
Easy Holiday Gifts with Free Printable Gift Tags
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“Eat, Drink & Be Merry” Mug
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I purchased…
- Mugs from Target Dollar Spot- $3
- Bag of Hershey’s Kisses- $3 (1/2 bag for each mug, so $1.50 added to the total)
- Starbuck Gift Cards- $5 each
I already owned…
- Elastic (string or ribbon would work too)
- Scalloped Scissors
- Hole Punch
- Printable
Total cost per gift: $9.50
I simply put 1/2 of the Hershey’s Kisses in each mug along with the gift card, cut out the tags with my scalloped scissors, punched a hole, and used the elastic to attach the tag. It’s a cinch!
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“For Your Mistle-Toes” Pedicure Kit
I purchased…
- Nail Polish- $4 each (so $8 per gift)
- Mini Manicure Kit- $1 at Target Dollar Spot
- Toe Separators- $1
I already owned…
- Clear Cellophane Bags (available at most dollar stores)
- Stapler (not pictured)
- Free Printable
Total cost per gift: $10
I put all of my items neatly in the bag, folded each little printable tag in half, and stapled it to the top of the bag. These printables will fit the Avery Postcards templates (Amazon affiliate link), but they could easily be printed on regular card stock and cut out, too. Also, I realized the word “Mistle-toes” was really light when I printed mine, so I darkened it on the printable version.
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“Thank You for All of the ‘Heart’ Work that You Do!” Cookie Cutter Gift
I purchased…
- Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutters from Target Dollar Spot {I would like to take this time to sincerely apologize to everyone in Pittsburgh who visited my Target’s Dollar Spot after I did. There was nothing left. Try back next week. :-D} – $1 each
I already owned…
- Clear Cellophane Bags
- Stapler
- Copies of My Favorite Cookie Recipe
- Free Printable
Total cost per gift: $1 (!)
Sometimes you have people who not only do hard work, they do heart work. Those people deserve a little big something, and though I wish I could buy them all a new car to thank them for all they do, I happen to know a lot of people that fit this category, and hubby said dozens of new cars were not in the Christmas budget this year. Bah-humbug. 😉
Dollar Spot to the rescue again! These fun tags can also be printed on the Avery Postcards templates (Amazon affiliate link) or regular old card stock. Just fill your bag with a cookie cutter set and your favorite cookie recipe, attach the tag to the top with the stapler, and you’re good to go!
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So easy, right?! If you’re short on cash or buying for a group of people, these would be great go-to options. Teachers, coaches, neighbors, volunteers– everyone can enjoy these fun and festive gifts!
My amazing Get Your DIY On co-hostesses are also in a gift-giving mood this week, so be sure to pop over and check out their creative projects:
Hand Made Canvas Holders by Mandy, The Hankful House
Cross-Stitch People by Christy, Confessions of a Serial Do-It-Yourselfer
DIY Peppermint Gifts by Krista, The Happy Housie
Super-Sweet Snowman Feet by April, House by Hoff
Looking for even more Christmas inspiration? Check out these fun projects from Just a Girl and Her Blog:
DIY Monogrammed Christmas Ornaments
What is your go-to handmade gift?
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Cindy Eikenberg says
December 12, 2013 at 7:58 amAbby, these are all such great and cute ideas, and I love the printables! Thanks so much for sharing and pinning! Hope you have a happy Thursday!
justagirlabby says
December 12, 2013 at 9:47 pmThank you so much, Cindy! Your comments always brighten my day! A lot of times you have been the first comment on a post, and it always makes me smile when I see your name pop up in my email, so thank you! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Misti says
December 12, 2013 at 9:51 amAbby- you are, once again, a lifesaver- with all of the chaos in my life right now, I look forward to seeing your creative and inexpensive ideas! I need gifts for some of my girlfriends and these have definitely inspired me.
Thanks for your kind words the other day- I’ve had to take a blogging break what with the single parenting and all- but I can’t wait to really get back in to the swing of things after Jack is home!
Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year!
justagirlabby says
December 12, 2013 at 9:45 pmYou are my hero. I really don’t know how you do it all. My hubby was away for a weekend and I was going bonkers! I so admire you for being able to balance everything, even if life gets crazy sometimes. A huge thanks to you and your hubby for your hard work and sacrifice! Sending hugs your way!
~Abby =)
Mandy Hank says
December 12, 2013 at 9:55 amAwesome Abby! Cheap and easy and adorable- Perfect!!
justagirlabby says
December 12, 2013 at 9:39 pmThank you, friend! I love cheap! Adorable is a nice bonus, lol! Have a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Emily @ My Love for Words says
December 12, 2013 at 9:56 amGreat ideas and such cute printables! Thanks for sharing!
justagirlabby says
December 12, 2013 at 9:32 pmThank you so much, friend! You are the queen of cute printables, so that means a lot! Have a great weekend!
~Abby =)
Krista @ the happy housie says
December 12, 2013 at 10:10 pmThese are all so adorable and super thoughtful gift ideas Abby – love them!! And the free printables are super cute too:) Pinning it!
justagirlabby says
December 12, 2013 at 11:42 pmThank you so much, friend! You are the best! Have a great night!
~Abby =)
April Hoff says
December 13, 2013 at 7:46 amWhat GREAT ideas, Abby! I love that I could go hit up Target, print off your labels, and be done! You made it so easy!!! 🙂
justagirlabby says
December 13, 2013 at 10:55 amThank you so much, friend! Who doesn’t love an excuse to go to Target, right? 😉 Hope you have a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
December 14, 2013 at 10:38 amThis is TOO cute. You’ve really done all the work to make it easy to put together cute gifts! I think my MIL would love the little coffee cup. Thanks so much for sharing the printables, my friend!!
justagirlabby says
December 14, 2013 at 5:43 pmThank you, Kelly! You are the sweetest! I LOVED your beautiful Christmas home tour, btw. And as always, your commentary matched the awesomeness of the decorating. Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!
~Abby =)
Ginnette says
December 15, 2013 at 10:37 pmThese are so so cute! I found my teacher gifts! Thank you!
justagirlabby says
December 15, 2013 at 11:35 pmThank you so much, Ginnette! You are so sweet! So glad that they’re useful for you! Have a great week!
~Abby =)
Sarah says
December 16, 2013 at 9:16 amSuch cute and easy gifts, I love the Heart Work, I know plenty of people who need a big thank you throughout the year. I will be using this. Thanks for sharing the printables.
justagirlabby says
December 19, 2013 at 9:25 pmThank you so much, Sarah! I’m so glad you stopped by! Have a very Merry Christmas!
~Abby =)
Bethany the ngnrdgrl says
December 16, 2013 at 9:42 amWonderful ideas! The Eat, Drink and be Merry would be a fantastic White Elephant Gift! I have a work White Elephant coming up, so I’ll keep this in mind. Hugs to you, friend! 🙂
justagirlabby says
December 19, 2013 at 9:24 pmMiss Bethany, your comments always make my day! Thanks so much for stopping by! Hugs back!!
~Abby =)
Michelle @ Hey Love Designs says
December 17, 2013 at 10:28 amThese are such cute ideas! I love that they’re inexpensive and easy to pull together – especially last minute! Thanks for sharing.
justagirlabby says
December 19, 2013 at 9:10 pmThanks so much, Michelle! I’m so glad you stopped by! Have a wonderful weekend and a Merry Christmas!
~Abby =)
Samantha @ Five Heart Home says
December 19, 2013 at 10:21 pmWhat cute, creative ideas, Abby! I would love receiving any of these. Thanks so much for the ideas and the printables!
justagirlabby says
December 24, 2013 at 10:04 amThanks so much for stopping by, friend! Merry Christmas!
~Abby =)