Pinterest has taken social networking by storm. Searching for gift ideas on the site can be helpful, but also overwhelming. Here, I have compiled a list of the most affordable and fun do-it-yourself gifts for your special someone this holiday season.
10. Woven Yarn Coasters
Cardboard: $0
Spool of yarn: $3-$7
Retail value: $14.99 for a set of four (average)
9. Mod Podge Monogram Letters
Wooden letters from Hobby Lobby: $2.99 x 3=$9.00
Gloss Mod Podge: $6.99
Sponge brush: $0.69
Scrapbook paper: $0.59 x 4=$2.36
Retail value: Up to $130 on Etsy.com
8. Snow Globe
Mason Jar: $7.99 for set of 12
White sand: $4.99
Craft miniature Christmas tree: $1.99
Retail value: Up to $80 at Hallmark
7. Canvas Wall Art
Canvas: $8.99 for a set of three
Paint: $2.99 per bottle
Paint Brush: $3.99
Retail value: $16 or more on Tumbleroot.com
6. Infinity Scarf
Yarn: $3-$7.00
Knitting Needles: $2.99-$8.00
Retail value: $30
5. Mod Podge Picture Frame
Gloss Mod Podge: $6.99
Sponge brush: $0.69
Scrapbook paper: $0.59 x 4=$2.36
Picture Frame: $7.99
Retail value: $27.99 on Etsy.com
4. Bedazzled Ornaments
Ornaments: $4.99 for a set of ten
Jewels: $3.99
Hot glue: $0.99
Hot glue gun: $8.00
Retail value: $15
3. Hanging Wall Penant
Twine: $4.99
Scrapbook paper: $0.59 x 10=$5.90
2. Chalkboard Wine Bottle
Retail value: $23 at Michael’s
Chalkboard paint: $10.99
Chalk: $2.99
Retail value: $19.99 at Renegade Craft Fair
1. Repurposed Frame
Wooden frame: $3 at local thrift store
Twine: $4.99
Clothes pins: $1.99
Photos: $0.29 at Walmart-amount varies
Retail Value: Not sold in stores!





30 Nov 2012
Posted by Michelle Niewald