Can’t find time to get to the mall? Cook up some gifts!

Holidays are supposed to be a time for giving – but sometimes figuring out what to give can be a stressful task. As office holiday parties and family gatherings fill up my calendar, I often struggle with what gifts to buy to show my appreciation for the past year.

This year I plan on making the majority of my gifts for those on my list. DIY gifts are great on your budget and you can turn it into a fun family event. Your kids can be making something for the teacher, while you are working along side making something for your coworkers.

Check out some “sweet” ideas I found that will surely be a wonderful surprise!

• Hot Chocolate Jars
• Sealed & Delivered: Recipes in a Jar
• Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels
• Christmas Ornament Cookies

What DIY homemade gifts do you like to cook up?

Lauren Bocskocsky is a Project Manager at Mom Central Consulting.

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