Free & Easy Gifts to Make
Selecting a gift for a friend or family member is often a difficult task, particularly when you have a low budget. Find a gift that suits the recipient's personal tastes, while reflecting the thought that you have put into it. Thoughtfulness is never more present than in a homemade gift. Make and give one of several free and easy gifts for any occasion.
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Personal Gift Certificates
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Create customized personal gift certificates. On pieces of paper either type or hand write things that you will do for the gift recipient. Include offers like "One Movie Night" or "One Home Cooked Meal." Create tasks that suit your relationship with the recipient and accommodate their interests. Add custom illustrations or clip art to the certificates for a more professional look.
Personalized Clothing
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Personalized clothing is an affordable gift option. Find a blank article of clothing, such as a T-shirt or a hat, that is in good condition. Decorate it with fabric paints or available art supplies keeping in mind the interests of the gift recipient.
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Portrait
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Portraits are gifts that provide lasting memories when placed in the home. Print out a photo of you with the gift recipient. Leave it as is or edit the photo using a photo editing program to emphasize colors or transform it into the style of a famous artist. Place the photo in an old frame if available or make a frame from painted poster board.
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