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DIY Gift Ideas for Grandma

Grandmas are very special and so deserving of our time, considering all of the time they spent with us growing up. If there’s anything that they love more than spending time with their grandkids, it’s a gift made by hand from their grandkids; something that they will have to always serve as a reminder of how much they truly are loved.

DIY Gift Ideas for Grandma

When it comes to DIY gift ideas for grandma, you really can’t go wrong no matter what you make! She will marvel at the masterpiece either way, knowing that you put your whole heart into making her something special! If you need some DIY gift ideas for grandma, here’s some to make while getting the kids, grandkids, and even the great grandkids involved!

  • You Are My Sunshine painting: Paint a canvas in any color the sky turns, whether it’s blue, gray, or the many colors of a sunrise or sunset. Paint a yellow/orange circle to be the sun and utilize the hands of the grandkids to be the raise of the sun. Next to it, paint the message “you are my sunshine.”
  • Salt dough plaques: Mix two parts flour, one part salt, and one part warm water in a bowl, roll the dough out on a floured surface and make a nice plaque using hand prints, foot prints, or whatever suits your artistic side! Make sure you put a hole in the top to string it. Bake on 200F for a few hours until hard, paint and seal!
  • Handprint apron: Grandma is always baking those sweet treats,so give her something nice to wear while she is baking! Buy a plain canvas apron and use a washable fabric paint to make handprints and write names of all her grandbabies!
  • Teacup candles: Have a knack for candle-making? Put the kids to work to help out by picking out nice teacups, wax colors, and scents,and even sprinkling some glitter in the wax! Use puffy paint to write the names of the grandkids on the top of the plate of the teacup and the year it was made.
  • Footprint butterflies: This is a very sweet keepsake painting that grandkids of any size can make! Some butterflies will just be more grown than others, but cherished just the same!
  • Framed handprint flower: So simple, yet beautiful and elegant, grandma would love this! More than one grandchild? Simply turn the canvas horizontally and make a whole garden of handprint flowers!
  • Stepping stones: Grandma would love something for her garden made by her grandkids! Take this idea and mix it with other things, like using glass marbles to make the name of the grandkids on each stepping stone.
  • Photo clothespin wreath: Take this idea and replace the tea with photos of all of the grandkids. The kids will have lots of fun painting the clothespins and taking silly pictures!

Whether you’re making a craft for mother’s day, grandparent’s day, grandma’s birthday, or even just because, she will love anything that you make with all of your heart!

10+ Unique Father’s Day Gifts Under $25

Spending time with dad on Father’s Day is the best thing you can do, but sometimes we feel the need to go a step farther and buy him a little something.

There’s nothing wrong with showering dad with gifts on his big day, so feel free to shop!

Cheap Father’s Day Gifts

When it comes to gifting something to dad, cheap Father’s Day gifts usually do just fine.

The quality time you spend with him will be what he remembers the most, not some gift you got him, so keep this in mind!

Gifts are a nice way to put a smile on someone’s face, so here’s a few cheap Father’s Day gift ideas to consider:

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

Funny Father’s Day Gift Ideas

  1. Worlds Greatest Farter… I mean, Father t-shirt: You all know it’s true, so why not let the world know, too? Happy Farter’s Day, dad! I mean, “Father’s Day!”
  2. Favorite Child novelty mug: This mug will say it all and more: “I love how we don’t even need to say it out loud that I’m your favorite child.” Hilarious message serves as a good conversation (or argument) starter!
  3. Papasaur T-shirt: Help your dad establish his awesomeness with this Papasaur t-shirt featuring a t-rex holding a wrench and electric drill. He’ll rip and roar through projects while wearing this visual viciousness.

Cute and Sentimental Father’s Day Gifts

  1. Engraved folding pocket knife: Every dad needs a pocket knife as they come in very handy when you need something sharp on demand! This pocket knife features an engraved wooden inset in the handle with a message choice: “Best Dad Ever,” “Best Buckin’ Dad,” “Best Papa Ever.” There’s even options for grandpa!
  2. CredDeal Stainless Steel Case Pocket Watch: There’s something so classy about a man with a pocket watch! Gift Dad this pocket watch on Father’s Day. It features a message that he is sure to appreciate: “The greatest Dad.”
  3. “I Love You Dad” Lighted Acrylic Cube: Dads aren’t often the receivers of keepsake-type gifts, but this one is perfect for the work office or home office! He’ll love the cycling light show, but love the message even more!

Manly Father’s Day Gift Ideas

  1. Gerber Suspension Multitool: Over 15 tools in one including a saw, a knife, pliers, bottle opener, screwdriver, scissors and more! Not to mention that it comes with a sheath and is just a really cool looking tool. Your dad will be proud to use this.
  2. Estilo 18-Piece Barbecue Set: Grill master dad might just be in need of a new tool set, and what better day than Father’s Day to get him one?? In the height of barbecue season, this set has everything he will need in a convenient metal carrying case!
  3. Shaving Gift Set with Badger Brush, Stand, Soap Bowl, Bowl Cover, Mirror and Mach 3 Razor Handle: Does your dad keep himself clean-shaven on a daily basis? Then this is the gift for him! Elegant and stylish, this will look great on his bathroom counter, and it has the following: Stand, badger brush, soap bowl with cover, mirror, and a mach 3 razor handle.
  4. SOG Specialty Knives 9 Tool Credit Card Companion: If the idea of gifting a pocket too is appealing to you, then consider this little tool set that is so compact that it fits in a credit card pocket in the wallet! Don’t be fooled by the small size, because it packs a total of nine useful tools: Blade, tweezers, toothpick, letter opener, can/bottle opener, compass, magnifying glass, awl, and a ruler.
  5. Ohuhu Personalized Watch Box: If your father or husband is a man of many watches, then he just might need one of these! Made by Ohuhu, this watch box holds up to 12 watches, all visible through a clear, glass top!

Start his day off right by making him a nice Father’s Day breakfast, then move on with the rest of your plans for Father’s Day. No matter what you get for Dad, it’s the thought that counts. Gifts are temporary, but good memories will last a lifetime. Give him a gift while making those good memories!

16 Gift Ideas for Your Grandparents

Grandparents are really special people in your life who will not be there forever. They are full of wisdom and advice that you cannot get anywhere else- even Google!

Not to mention, if it weren’t for them, you wouldn’t be on this Earth. Since their time with us is rather short, it’s important that we cherish them, spend time with them, and celebrate them on their important days!

Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Not only should we think of our grandparents on Grandparent’s Day, but also their birthdays, anniversaries, and other holidays. Just what kind of gifts would they enjoy? The number one thing you can give them is your attention and time spent with them on their special days, because not a single material thing on this planet can be better than creating memories with these amazing people.

Gifts are always a bonus though, and who doesn’t like to receive a surprise gift? Gift ideas for grandparents are easy to think of as long as it comes from your heart. I know personally, my grandparents always appreciate something handmade with my daughter, their great granddaughter. Sometimes it’s hard to find the time to make something by hand, so I will give a good mix of both store bought and DIY gift ideas for grandparents!

  1. Salt Dough Ornaments: If you have little ones and want to do something nice for your grandparents, this is it! You likely have everything you need: Flour, salt, and water. Don’t forget to paint and seal them up! There’s so much you can do with salt dough.
  2. Garden Stepping Stone: If you have pie pans and cement, then you already have almost everything you need! Use scrabble letters to put nice messages on the stones.
  3. Family Photo Collage: Put together a nice collage of both old and new pictures and have it framed in a nice frame. They will love it!
  4. Engraved Pocket Watch: This is a nice, symbolic gift of all of the time they have spent here. Have a nice message engraved on it that is relevant to whatever occasion you are gifting it on.
  5. Home Baked Goods: Oh goodie! Who doesn’t love desserts baked from scratch?
  6. DVD Box Set: Chances are, they have their favorite shows they grew up watching, so find out what those shows are and get them a box set!
  7. 7-in-1 Turntable: Grandparents have lived through many formats of music and likely still have a record and cassette collection! This turntable beats the rest because it can record from records, cassettes, and CDs onto the computer to make digital formats!
  8. Keurig: Bring them up-to-date with their coffee maker, and get this Keurig that brews either single cups, or something more familiar, such as into the 4-cup carafe! Don’t forget to give them a variety of different k-cups to try.
  9. Heated Blanket: This makes for a wonderful winter gift, especially if they are the grandparents who are always seemingly cold!
  10. Toaster oven: This wonderful gift is great because it heats up quickly, it doesn’t take a ton of electricity (especially compared to a regular stove) and it’s fairly compact. Cooking in one of these is simple and fast. I know, I use one almost exclusively!
  11. Foreman Grill: Foreman grills are very versatile and perfect for a couple at home. They are perfect because they take up very little counter space, you don’t have to wait on a stove to heat up, and cleanup is simple. How isn’t that perfect for a grandparent?
  12. Smartphone: Whether they are using that Nokia from the 90’s or a flip phone from 2005, they are probably in need of a modern upgrade and don’t even know it! Just be prepared to be their tech support while they adjust to the new technology.
  13. Foot Bath: Those feet have walked for many, many years, and all body parts wear out eventually! Keep their feet in good shape by gifting them a nice, relaxing foot bath. This won’t be for everyone, but it’s perfect for that grandma that doesn’t mind being pampered every once in a while.
  14. Willow Tree Figurines: This is a very beautiful and very large collection of figurines that can suit any and all occasions! They are warm yet feel very earthy.
  15. Family Cruise: Grandparents are very special, and likely retired, so give them something nice to do together by gifting them a family cruise! What more could grandparents want than the whole family to stop their very busy lives and just spend some great quality time together. No one needs to worry about cooking, cleaning or entertainment. You just need to enjoy each others’ company! Nothing says I love you quite like giving someone your time.
  16. Party: If your grandparents are coming up on a milestone wedding anniversary or birthday, be sure to start planning a large party soon and invite all of their friends and the whole family! It will be a party to remember for sure!

As stated earlier, the most precious gift you can give to your grandparents is your time. Not only is it good for them to know how loved they are, but it will be great for you, too, when they are gone as you will have made plenty of happy memories with them!

Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts and Crafts

If there’s one kind of gift Mom loves to receive, it’s homemade Mother’s Day gifts! Not only do homemade Mother’s Day gifts melt her heart, but they’re more thoughtful than buying something from the store as you take time out of your day to make something special for her!

Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts

With so many ideas out there, sometimes it can be hard to come up with something good! Personally, my favorite way to go about homemade gifts is to pull out my crafting supplies and odds n’ ends box and see what I can make with what I have on hand.

Here is a list of homemade Mother’s Day gifts that Mom is sure to love! You may end up needing to purchase some supplies to get started, so early planning is key!

  • Baked treats: Why not start with the tastiest gift idea? Bake Mom up one of her favorite sweets, like brownies or cupcakes and surprise her with them after dinner, if they last that long!
  • Sand art: Purchase various glass bottles with corks and different colors of sand. Using a funnel, the child can add sands of different colors, layering them as they please. Once full, use a chopstick or skinny wooden dowel to push the sand down in spots creating fun designs, apply a layer of hot glue on top of the sand to hold well in place and cork it up!
  • Sharpie marker mug: This is absolutely one of my favorite DIY gift ideas for Mom, especially when Mom is a coffee lover! Use Sharpie markers in any colors  you want (Tip: Use oil-based Sharpies for better results) and draw/write on a plain white mug, available at almost any dollar store. The final product is a super cute, custom mug Mom will love for years and years!
  • Stepping stone: Using a pie pan, fill with quick-drying cement. Next, the kids can add whatever they want to decorate, including their hand print! Glass stones, marbles, scrabble letters, and beads are all popular choices.
  • Macaroni necklace: Mom will always cherish jewelry made by her kids, you know, those really young ones you won’t want playing with Sharpies or cement! For this craft, paint some macaroni or stringable pasta different colors, dipping some in glitter if the kids want. let dry, then string them onto a necklace!
  • Handmade card: Like the paper crafts? Well get some colorful cardstock, stickers, glitter, and whatever else your heart desires to make Mom a beautiful handmade Mother’s Day card.
  • Clay art: Kids love to play with Play-Doh so why not pick up some air-dry clay and see what they can come up with for their mama! Don’t forget to use a toothpick to inscribe their initials and year in an inconspicuous spot on their crafts!
  • “Stained glass” candle holder: Mod Podge. If you don’t have any, pick some up along with clear, glass candle holders. Cut shapes out of different colors of tissue paper and affix it to the glass candle holders with the Mod Podge. This works great for anything glass, but moms love candles!
  • Painted vase: Acrylic paints are an easy way to paint anything, and if you are giving mom flowers, why not present them with a nice vase painted by the kids? After the paint dries, use an appropriate sealing spray to preserve the paint job.
  • “Why I Love Mom” hanging scroll: On long sheets of paper, such as legal-sized paper, have the kids color pretty pictures and write a message on their own about what they love about mom! Using two wooden dowels, one for the top, and one for the bottom, glue the paper around the dowels and tie a string to the top dowel for easy hanging.
  • Painted flower pot: Since Mother’s Day is in spring, this is very season and occasion-appropriate! Paint a flower pot, and don’t forget to buy a blooming flower plant form the nursery and plant it to give it to mom!

    • A really fun way to go about this with the kids is to show them pictures of these types of crafts and let them decide individually what they want to make for their mom. Who knows? They might already have something in mind, so try to foster their creative side!