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5 Last Minute DIY Gift Ideas For the Procrastinator

Whether you are short on cash or time, these last minute DIY gifts are perfect for the Holiday Season.

Emily Anderson
Dec 23, 2016
Haverford College
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5 Last Minute DIY Gift Ideas For the Procrastinator
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If you're anything like me, you realized Gift Giving Season is already upon us, and yet you are unsurprisingly empty handed. Fear not, these last-minute homemade gifts are easy to make and great to receive!

1. Sugar Scrubs!

All it takes is a few simple ingredients and a couple small jars to make sugar scrubs for all of your friends and family this year!

2. Hot and Cold Rice Packs

If you have a sewing machine and some rice, these can be a gift people actually WANT to receive. All it takes is an old t-shirt, or a forgotten, (clean) sock without a pair!

3. Old Lightbulb Ornaments

Glitter, paint, sharpies, stickers, tape, anything-throw it on an old lightbulb and make it pretty! They can be used for decoration around the house, or put a string on them, and hang them on the tree!

4. 10...20...100 Things I Love About You Jar

This isn't just for relationships, you can give these to your mom, dad, and even best friend! Everybody loves a feel-good present!

5. The Classic Sharpie Mug

I know these are everywhere, but if you are short on time and cash these can be a cheap, thoughtful and personalized gift for anyone on your list.
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