Editorial Review:

One woman looks frantically for a hostess gift while her daughter reminds her that, by the way, there's a gift exchange at school tomorrow--and isn't Aunt Sally's baby shower Saturday? Where can she find quick, inexpensive, yet distinctive gifts just right for each situation? Homespun Gifts from the Heart provides more than 200 simple, yet creative gift ideas-from easy Apple Spice Cake to fun recipes for sidewalk chalk and bubbles. These unique, field-tested gifts are economical to make and just the right thing for every special person and occasion. Whether women are craft queens or glue-gun challenged, they'll find clear and easy directions to accompany every idea, along with illustrations and one hundred copy-ready gift tags to add the finishing touch. Also included: " inventive gift basket instructions " creative packaging tips " delicious gift recipes, including layered mixes " simple, inexpensive presents for all seasons " can't-miss, kid-pleasing gift ideas (and gifts kids can make too) Sprinkled throughout the text are Scripture verses, biblical examples of gift-giving, and the story of the greatest gift ever given. Homespun Gifts from the Heart is destined to become a staple reference book for busy women of all ages who will want a copy for personal use and several to give to their friends.

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

Lots of good ideas:

This book has lots of good ideas for thoughtful homemade gifts. Parents and grandparents will especially appreciate the time and love that goes into homemade gifts.

Give Gifts With Meaning:

If you're tired of giving the same old-same old and want to give a gift with meaning and from the heart, this is it. The materials and instructions are easy. There is a great section on themed gift baskets.

A truly first-rate craft creation guide:

The collaborative effort of Karen Ehman, Kelly Hovermale, and Trish Smith, Homespun Gifts From The Heart offers 200 simple projects for personally making beautiful and uniquely touching gifts, ranging from candy cane cappuccino, to window gardens and bridal baskets for happily engaged female friends. Black-and-white photographs and easy-to-follow instructions, and 250 gift tags combine to make Homespun Gifts From The Heart a truly first-rate craft creation guide suitable for all celebratory gift-giving... more info

Great book - solves that "special" gift problem:

I have read lots of ideas on making your own gifts but I never seem to pull it off. This book is great because it doesn't just give you a zillion ideas. It also gives you the actual gift tag and any directions that you need to include. Now that's a package deal. I love the recipes and many of the ideas were ones that I hadn't read about or thought of before. The Pumpkin Dip was a big hit! Using this book is saving me money but even better than that I think it's just so hard to find a "unique" gift for... more info

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