Gift giving can be hard no matter the reason or the season! And the 2020 holiday season is no exception. There is a lot to consider when gifting. While anyone can hit up an online retailer or big box store and get a “gift” for everyone on their list, there is a lot to be said about finding and creating thoughtful, unique gifts. Today we are going to go over a few easy, fun, and creative ways to create gifts for everyone on your list.
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Whether you are shopping at one of our 24 locations across the Triad or shopping online at Shopgoodwill or our new Ebay store there is no limit to the fun and unique items you can find. From designer clothing, handbags, and jewelry to video games, gadgets, and sports memorabilia – we’ve got you covered. However, what if you want to go all out and create something truly one-of-a-kind? All it takes is a little creativity to make the perfect custom gift.
The Baker’s Basket
Do you have a baker in the family? They can never have too many utensils! Pick up a couple of mixing bowls, a rolling pin, and some rubber spatulas for the perfect baker’s basket! We paired them with these adorable, festive metal cookie cutters and a hand towel from our new goods section for the finishing touches.
You could easily add some extra holiday flare to this gift too! Pick up a quart mason jar and fill it with the dry ingredients from your favorite family holiday cookie recipe. Top off the jar with some ribbon and a hand written recipe card.
Tea Set For Two
Know someone who loves a good spot of tea? Build them a one-of-a-kind a tea-lovers gift set! Mix and match china like this for an elegant and eclectic tea set.
We’re in love with this milk glass cake stand, gilded vase, delicate tea cups with the ….. makers mark, and cream pitcher with saucer. We added these doylies and a couple of high-quality, yellow, cloth napkins with a funky print to really tie things together.
Simply add in their favorite bagged teas or even loose leaf blends from your favorite local tea shop and some homemade cookies or scones and voila! You have a tea fit for a Queen.
You can really have fun with these items too. Cups and saucers aren’t just for tea! You can turn them into fun planters for small succulents or even turn them into candles, but more on that later!
The Home Spa Basket
Who doesn’t want a little more TLC?! We could all use a bit more pampering and self care especially during the holidays! Create this perfect stay-at-home spa set with some easy to find items and few simple ingredients from home.
We found some fun glass jars and tins and to make this goodie basket extra special. Filled the jars with homemade Lavender Epsom Salts (mix dried lavender buds with Epsom Salts) and Vanilla Cinnamon Sugar Body Scrub (mix 1 cup of brown sugar with 3-5 tablespoons of Sweet Almond Oil, dash of vanilla extract and cinnamon). Then, we filled the tin with some sheet masks, and lotion from a local beauty supply store. To finish it all off, we layered in a super soft headband, new goods hand towel, a vintage copy of Jane Eyre and this Easy DIY Tea Cup Candle (see simple instructions below)!
This basket is great for ANYONE on your list and there’s tons of ways to customize it. Flannel Pajamas or a hoodie would make a great addition too!
Easy DIY Tea Cup Candle
Make this gorgeous gift for yourself or anyone else on your list with only a mason jar, wax, a wick, a wooden skewer, and a Goodwill teacup.
1. Melt Wax
Place wax in mason jar and melt in a double boiler. Remove from heat and stir in 5 -10 drops of essential oils if you wish.
2. Secure wick and pour wax
3. Cool and trim wick
Allow the wax to cool for at least 30-40 minutes before you trim the wick to about 1/2 inch in length.
4. Enjoy!
Give this cute teacup as a part of a gift basket or on its own. Or keep it for yourself for hours of light and warmth!
So there you have it! Creating an inventive and unique thrift gift doesn’t have to be daunting or time consuming! With a little bit of time and imagination it’s really easy and fun to find ways to give gifts that are one of a kind and straight from the heart! Remember thrift gifts are all about presentation. Those little extra, personal touches can make such a huge impact to the recipient.
So you are ready to get started? Visit one of our stores, Shopgoodwill, or our New Ebay store to shop today! And remember, 85% of every purchase you make at Triad Goodwill goes towards our mission of improving lives and enriching communities through the power of work.