Jewelry and Holidays bedazzle all of us!  When we think of the holidays and gifts in general, we should be thinking about handmade gifts for her. Why … good question!!

Handmade gifts really are very special.  They say how much you care about the person you gift it to, express thoughtfulness, and come from the heart.

 

 

Handmade gifts for her are unique, better quality and are made with very special care. Artisan craft shows and boutiques offer such beautiful works of art so don’t forget them.  Besides, no crowds!

Read here the 10 reasons why you should buy handmade gifts: http://www.u-createcrafts.com/10-reasons-to-give-handmade-gifts/.

The “Why” Behind People Buying Handmade Gifts

People buy handmade gifts because someone else is using their talents to create gifts and decor that they myself cannot make.

Remember handmade products are more than just a product.

There is

• love,
• creativity and
• uniqueness.

When you give a handmade gift to her, your mom, your wife, your girl friend, your daughter, or any other loved one, it’s more like writing a letter to someone and making them feel special.

Giving handmade is truly the essence of gift-giving.

When you give a friend or loved one a gift, you are really saying “I care about you.” 

 

There is no need to keep up with the Jones’s as a handmade object is unique.

Even if it’s one of a series, each one will be slightly different from the next.

It’s the minute imperfections that make it so desirable.

Why, I hear you ask?

Well, if you own a handmade, unique piece of work then only you in the whole world own it: http://blog.folksy.com/2011/07/14/buying-handmade

The History Behind Gift Giving

With that said, lets take step a back and look at the history behind gift giving.

Researching this topic was eye opening. Gift giving can be traced to the cave man, ancient Greece, Egypt, and slides right into the rest of the world cultures.

Check out this wonderful site https://zady.com/features/the-history-of-gift-giving I believe it says it all.

 

So, back to the original thoughts about gift giving …

make the gift

• personal,
• thoughtful,
• caring and
• inspirational,

it says so much about YOU…THE GIVER!

The Gift of Creativity

The joy of giving creates a feeling all by itself. 

Keep in mind that creating and giving could make you feel great 365 days a year.

So, here is a hint: Why not try something new and exciting?

The gift of creativity.

What’s that you say! How can that be done?

Well, Artfully Your Creations as well as many other sites has done just that.

This site not only features beautiful jewelry, but also

• Jewelry Making Kits! These jewelry kits include video instruction, written instructions, supplies and more…
• the newest thing is our Sip and Skype Jewelry Making Live Training.  This feature gives you the chance to be at home, be comfortable and create in your own environment.  And you will have a beautiful gift created by YOU!

All Wired Up Kit

 

Happy Gift Giving each and every day!

Betty and Marla