1. Mason Jar/Manicure Set.
First spotted at Pinterest, this is a great idea to package cute trinkets in a mason jar. Once opened, the mason jar can serve as a candle holder, vase or simply as a glass to drink from.
2. Homemade Vanilla Extract.
After spending $6+ at Giant Eagle on 8 oz bottle of vanilla extract, I was both happy and upset to learn that making it myself was so easy! You just need two vanilla beans (bulk price for 6 starts around $6) for every 375 mL of vodka (your choice). Slit each bean in half and put them in the bottle of vodka. Its advised that you let the bottle sit for a few weeks to allow the beans to ferment properly. If you think it needs more time, attach a tag to the bottle instructing your loved one to "use after the New Year."
Hint: This is perfect for the cook in your life!
3. Personalized Mug.
I've seen this project many times over but have yet to try it. According to most blogs, you can use any inexpensive mug of your choice along with any color Sharpie markers. Next, choose your wording and or design and then bake the mug at 350 degrees. It is also been said that if you want to be sure the design is longer lasting, to use Pebeo markers.
12 Days Re-cap:
Day 1 - Gifts for the Photo-Crazy Friend
Day 2 - Gifts for the Music Lover
Day 3 - Gifts for the Busy Bee
Day 4 - Gifts for the Writer
Day 5 - Gifts for the Culturally Conscious
Day 6 - Gifts for the Cook
Day 7 - Gifts for the Fashion Forward
Day 8 - Gifts for the Kids
Day 9 - Gifts for Anyone
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