"Have a holly jolly Christmas. . ." Christmas is such a wonderful time of the year, although hectic and at times downright crazy, it's still wonderful. But with our days being numbered, it's time to shift into high gear and finish our gift making projects. These FREE projects are but a few fantastic ideas to help you do just that. With over 300 holiday gift giving and decorating ideas to choose from, the December issue of Crafts 'n things will help you to sum it all up!

Share the gift making excitement with your friends . . ."it's the best time of the year."

Enjoy!

"For Me" holiday pin and card:

Two great gifts in one! Create a simple personalized card and add a great holiday pin made from glass for the perfect gift set. You'll have so much fun making the pin you won't be able to stop at just one! (More...)

Cross-Stitched Placemat & Napkin:

This attractive set is the perfect winter design to decorate your table for the holiday season. Its classic design is sure to be one that will be treasured for many Christmases to come! Make an entire table setting for that special someone on your list. (More...)

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Country Soup Gift Basket with Soup Recipe:

With the cold winter months upon us, there's nothing like a warm hearty bowl of soup, and a homemade one at that, to really warm you up. Make sure you put this wonderful gift basket and all its basic amenities on your list of "gifts for friends". (More...)

Decorative Etched Glass with Peanut Butter Balls

Receiving a custom-made packaged gift adds such a personalized touch not only during the holidays, but all year round too. Adding a simple and tasty treat that can be completed in minutes is just the "icing on the cake". (More...)

Soap Wraps – gift giving on a budget:

For the perfect holiday gift, give your friends homemade chocolate fragranced soaps enveloped in "tasteful" chocolate sentiment wrappings. Or, use specialty soaps embellished with hand-made wrappings to really "wow" them. How can you go wrong? (More...)

ON THE NEWSSTAND NOW: November/December Issue

• Amazing, Budget-Friendly Gifts – From movie buffs to green thumbs and more, we've got you covered with gifts and cards they're sure to love.
• Gourmet Gifts – Treat the special people on your list to homemade goodies (recipes included)—packaged with creativity.
• Simply Sophisticated Décor – Learn the secrets to stylish, budget-savvy holiday decorating with spectacular results! From florals to fabrics to paper and rubber stamping, you'll find it here.

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