hello lovelies! as promised, today i’m sharing with you a few of the handmade gifts i received over christmas. not to state the obvious, but handmade gifts are my favorite! the time and thought that everyone put into these absolutely blows me away- and i’ve got to admit, i’ve got some pretty talented friends and family!

reversible handmade market bag made by my mom- isn’t it beautiful? i used it just yesterday at our farmer’s market and it was so perfect for the occasion. it’s easy to carry and the little pocket on the front is perfect for quick cash. (find the pattern here!)

i love love love my new crocheted toboggan by my friend lindsay- it’s so soft and cozy. :)

laptop sleeve handmade by my mom! she also bought a matching amy butler laptop skin to match it. brilliant, right? (find the pattern here!)

hand-stamped calendar index cards for the entire year, handmade by my dear friend callie. perfect to jot down daily lists, prayer reminders or to do’s!

another absolutely amazing project by my sweet momma- an ipad case with matching amy butler skin. (find the pattern here!)

all natural handmade soap by my friend, deidre. they smells sooo good!

a rice and lavender neck wrap handmade by friend, amber. pop this in the microwave and your warm and cozy in no time!

thank you everyone for all of your incredibly thoughtful and beautiful gifts!

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sunshine printable – free!

campers printable – free!

moths printable – $4

don’t get snippy – $3.99

do the impossible printable – free!

mushroom printable – $3.50

still looking for a last minute gift idea? here are a few printable art pieces that would make beautiful gifts! paired with a new frame or even a re-purposed thrift frame, these would make a classy gift in minutes.

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printable calendar and matching gift tag

2012 printable calendar

the owl and pussycat calendar

cd case calendar

vintage flowers calendar | botanicals desk calendar

2012 printable calendar

looking for a last minute gift? try one of these beautiful printable calendars! i think a gift that someone can look at all year long is especially thoughtful, and these are so pretty i bet they’ll want to hold on to them after the year is over!

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quick bread in a bottle | book marks | neck scarf | bath bombs

still feeling crafty? here are few quick and easy do it yourself christmas gift ideas!

i have made several gifts this year but can’t post them here in efforts to keep them a surprise to my family! i’ll share with you all the little goodies from this year afterwards. did you make many of your gifts? if so, what did you make? please share!

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now that the biggest shopping days are over and we’ve shopped ourselves silly, it’s time to start thinking about how to wrap all of those presents! (or did you only buy for yourself?) here to help is the lovely, paper and present- a shop full of  the most adorable wrapping supplies! as a super special surprise, melissa is offering ghtr readers 25% off through december 15th, just enter the coupon code ‘GHTR25′ during checkout, and may all of your gifts be beautiful!

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i’m already getting all jittery over christmas time, and i’m so excited to start gift shopping and getting ready for the holidays. each year i try to do something different with my wrapping paper. you know, something that’s signature. something that doesn’t even need to have a ‘from: bonnie’ sticker on it, ’cause they just know it’s from me! one year it was newspaper (embellished, of course!), another year i attached big glittery letters that represented the recipients first name. i haven’t quite decided on what i’ll do this year yet, but i’m either going to buy some beautiful handmade paper or do something diy style (see some ideas at the bottom of this post!). what about you?

wrapping paper from love, mae.

eco friendly wrapping paper from arboreal.

wrapping paper from smock shop.

ring-a-ding | chairs | daisies | chandeliers

chevron flame | winterberry birds | chevron | elderberry

snow forest | snowy pines | winter wind | birch luxury

gift wrap from the nimbus factory.

gift wrap from forma.

faux bois | birdhouse | peace, joy, love | candy canes

paper scraps + celery | paper bag gift wrap | holiday greenery | hand drawn gift wrap
and for all you do it yourselfers, here are a few more ideas! also don’t miss creature comforts super duper free printable holiday gift tag round up, it’s amazing!

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row 1: sterling bell flower earrings; $68. birds of america book plate; $1.

row 2: heron mineral eye shadow; $4.99. whisk print; $20.

row 3: hydrangea necklace; $110. mini creamer; $14. yarn bowl; $32.

row 4: chalk pots; $9.99. personalized heart necklace; $115.

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what is it about a pretty package that gets me all excited inside? there’s just something about dolling up a gift with strings and bows and everything beautiful to make it extra special for the person you’re giving it to. i love the collection of gift-wrapping-goodies that knot & bow have to offer, everything from pretty doilies to mini clothespins. hop on over to their shop to discover all the ways you can make your packages all the more prettier!

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