As the holiday season comes close, there’s no sweeter way to revel in the festivities than by adding a personal touch to your Christmas celebrations. Elevate the art of gift-giving by selecting thoughtful presents that mirror your creativity and heartfelt consideration for your dear ones. This year, we can add a personal touch to our presents and craft unique DIY gifts that genuinely express your care and appreciation.
In this article, we explore DIY gifts, ensuring your holiday celebrations are not only festive but also uniquely crafted with love.
DIY Gifts: Adding A Personal Touch
Shubhankar Goswami, who is a Lecturer for Interior Architecture & Design department at Indian Institute of Art & Design suggested the following:
- Customised Handmade Ornaments: Transform plain ornaments into personalised treasures by adding names, dates, or meaningful messages. Use metallic pens, glitter, or even acrylic paints to create stunning designs that resonate with the recipient’s style.
- Photo Collage Memory Jar: Capture cherished memories by creating a photo collage memory jar. Print small photos and arrange them in a clear glass jar with decorative accents like ribbon or twine. This thoughtful gift not only looks aesthetically pleasing but also serves as a sentimental keepsake.
- Hand-Stamped Linen Napkins: Give the gift of elegance with hand-stamped linen napkins. Use festive holiday stamps and fabric paint to create unique patterns on plain napkins. This DIY project combines functionality with a personalized design that will impress any holiday dinner guest.
DIY Decor: Setting the Stage for a Merry Atmosphere
In addition, Ashish Aggrawal who is the Director of Indo Innovations, said “For a delectable present put together a jar of homemade cookie mix, layering the dry ingredients in a pretty way. Attach a recipe card and a festive ribbon for a fun baking experience. If you want something for home decor, consider making aesthetic print rugs or carpets. Hand-knit scarves, hats, or blankets are also great for keeping warm in winter.”
Innovative Gift Wrap:
Now that the gift is ready, all you need to do is pack it nicely and present it. Naynesh Pasari, who is the Executive Director of Packmate said, “It will be all the more worthy, if you use sustainable packaging paper available in the market which is 100% recycled. You can also opt for interesting wraping papers with cute patterns amd complete it with a ribbon at one end.”
In addition, suggesting an idea of innovative gift wraps, Shubhankar Goswami said, “Extend your DIY approach to gift wrapping by upcycling old newspapers, maps, or brown paper bags. Add personalised touches like hand-drawn illustrations, festive stamps, or dried flowers to make each gift feel like a work of art.”
On concluding, Nasaf S. who is the Co-Founder of Factor Notes said, “As we embark on the festive week, there’s a unique joy in crafting personalized DIY gifts that truly resonate with the spirit of Christmas as it weaves the spirit of togetherness into our celebrations. Embracing the growing demand of DIY gifts, the thoughtfulness behind a DIY present speaks volumes, turning each handmade creation into a cherished memory as it not only creates beautiful expressions of love but also honors the strength and creativity.”