The Christmas season can easily turn into a time full of empty meaningless gifts. Children love to create their own gifts and cards. I have seen children more excited about giving a gift than receiving gifts. Usually homemade gifts are very inexpensive but will take an investment of your time. This creating time will often turn into a messy but great parent child memory. Forty years later I still remember printing wrapping paper in the basement with my mom. Our family has a tradition of creating Christmas cards. Set aside time on your calendar to create some memories and gifts.
Helpful reminders to make a successful time are:
Make sure you have all the supplies you need before you begin.
Have enough supplies for extras in case something gets ruined early on.
Have realistic expectations of the end product. It will be just as treasured even if the recipient isn’t quite sure what it is.
Allow plenty of drying time; kid’s creations are usually thick!
Let this be your child’s creation.
Some fun ideas are, stamping bookmarks, creating your own cards, making an ornament, painting a box or frame. Supplies for these are easily found in any craft department. There are many more ideas found at
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/season/specialfeature/holiday_gifts_ms/
Helpful reminders to make a successful time are:
Make sure you have all the supplies you need before you begin.
Have enough supplies for extras in case something gets ruined early on.
Have realistic expectations of the end product. It will be just as treasured even if the recipient isn’t quite sure what it is.
Allow plenty of drying time; kid’s creations are usually thick!
Let this be your child’s creation.
Some fun ideas are, stamping bookmarks, creating your own cards, making an ornament, painting a box or frame. Supplies for these are easily found in any craft department. There are many more ideas found at
http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/season/specialfeature/holiday_gifts_ms/
