The holidays are upon us, and for many this is the season for gift-giving--but gifts don't have to be store-bought or pricey to be appreciated. Sometimes the most meaningful gifts are the ones the recipient couldn't possibly add to their cart, because they're truly one-of-a-kind.
Last year, we posted a roundup of original and inexpensive D.I.Y. Holiday Gifts. This year, we're following up with a few more to consider!
Are you the type to wear you heart on your sleeve, or do you know someone who does? Make bookish bangles, featuring pages from a worn-out copy of a much-loved book, or copies of favorite passages!
Like that idea, but prefer a more "finished" look? Make a decidely structured book page bracelet with a chain from the craft store.
Know a huge Harry Potter fan? Crochet a Harry Potter House scarf, Luna Lovegood's radish earrings, or any number of other free book and movie-inspired patterns! Fans of other popular series have created patterns for favorite characters as well. For instance, want Katniss' cowl? There's a free pattern for that!
Love your eReader, but feel conflicted about giving up print books entirely? Give an old hardcover thrift store find new life as a Kindle cover!
Is there a world traveler on your list? You're probably tempted to buy them a photo album to showcase their Eiffel Tower selfies, but might we suggest re-purposing a guidebook as a travel scrapbook?
Have a favorite bookish craft? Share with us in the comments!
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