Oftentimes the holidays are consumed with stuff. Sales, bargains, and last minute shopping fill our time and thoughts. What if we gave gifts from the homestead? Let’s start giving things that take our time and hearts instead of just our wallets. The gifts will mean so much more and won’t end up in the donation box next week.
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Perhaps Christmas Doesn’t Come from a Store
I love going Christmas shopping, especially if I can find a good bargain. But I love making gifts even more. Spending time creating something special for each person on my list is even better than finding a Christmas sale. Taking a day to bake, create, and make gifts from the homestead while listening to Christmas music forces me to slow down and remember the real reason for the season.
Every year, there is a list of gifts to make. I’ve always made a little something for the extended family, whether it be oyster crackers or lotion bars. These consumables are always a hit with the adults. They spread cheer not clutter. I’ve decided that next year, I will do homemade gifts for even more of the people on my list. Including the kids!
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Gifts from the Homestead Kitchen
Gifts from the homestead kitchen are wonderful because they are consumable. They will not create clutter or end up in the donation pile. Plus it is something you know will get used because everybody has to eat.
Farm Fresh Eggs
Who doesn’t enjoy farm fresh eggs? You can buy blank egg cartons to decorate that hold either 6 or 12 eggs. Then use a stamp, sticker, string, or give the kids markers. I don’t know anybody that turns down farm fresh eggs.
Dry Herbs
We all know that herbs are abundant producers in the summer. In fact, they can become overwhelming. Go ahead and dehydrate them and save them for gifts. Whether it’s a mason jar of basil or a mix to create an italian seasoning, herbs make a great gift.
Sourdough
Sourdough is my go-to gift because it is so popular with my family. An artisan loaf can be scored into Christmas trees, which adds a festive flare. Banana bread, pumpkin roll, and bagels are also yummy gifts. Last year I made a variety of sourdough baked goods and gifted them all to my dad. He was thrilled. Or you can give some of your starter which is even easier!
Gifts from the Homestead Heart
When the garden is done and the weather gets chilly, stay inside and work on some Christmas crafts. Be sure to start early, so that you aren’t scrambling at the last minute.
Corn Pillow
I’ve made and gifted corn pillows several times through the years. They make great heating pads or ice packs. You can sew up several in an afternoon and knock out your whole list. By changing up the fabric each one can be personalized to the receiver and use up your stash.
Flannel Blanket
I won’t lie, this fringed flannel blanket is time consuming. But the end result is fantastic. They would be the perfect car blanket for a child. Adults will find them to be a pretty blanket to toss over the rocking chair or around their shoulders.
Beeswax Bowl Cover
Beeswax bowl covers make great gifts from the homestead. This is particularly true if the beeswax came from your own hive. You can make a variety of sizes and prints to give as a set. This is another great way to use up your fabric stash and it doesn’t require any sewing.
Gifts from the Homestead Children
Get the kids involved, so that they can learn the joy of giving. Then they too can learn to make gifts from the homestead. Plus, it will keep them busy during the cold days inside.
Cinnamon Ornaments
With only 3 ingredients these cinnamon ornaments are super easy to make. Use holiday cookie cutters to make the shapes. When they are dry, use paint to decorate them. Then wrap them up to give to grandma Christmas day!
Playdough
If you have a large family with lots of kids, try your hand at homemade playdough. The kids can make it for their cousins. It’s nice to have an open and play gift the day of, so that the adults can chat or clean up the kitchen.
Clove Apple
Anybody that has read the Little House series will recognize this gift. It is a very simple craft. Take whole cloves and push them into an apple. The smell is amazing. This clove apple will take little hands a bit of time, but is totally doable for kids as young as 4.
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