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Frugal Gifts

Monday, December 17, 2012

Gifts From the Frugal at Heart

Whether you're low on funds this holiday season or you're looking to give some handmade treasures, Clearwater Patch has compiled some of the season's most creative gift ideas.

For some, making gifts from scratch is an annual affair. For others, this may be the first year you're trying on your creative chops for gift-giving. Either way, it's the perfect time of year to combine thoughtfulness and resourcefulness.  Check out this list of almost-completely-homemade how-tos: The main cost of this project is the clear ornaments you'll need to purchase from the nearest Clearwater craft store . Depending on the amount of ornaments you buy, there could be anywhere from 6-12 gifts in one sitting! Amplify the appeal of a $5 gift card with a custom snow globe. Most of the tools you'll need are probably already in your office, and an empty pickle or salsa jar will serve as the globe! Local stores like Walmart usually have a…

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