It’s
the first Wednesday in August so time for making some fun items that you can
give as holiday gifts come December. Since August is vacation month, it’s nice
to have a project to aid in relaxation with the added bonus of some
interesting presents for future giving. At the end of this post are past years
August Holiday Gifts to Start Now
Puzzle pieces can be turned into some really
fun gifts that people will enjoy receiving. Whether you have a drawer full of
puzzle pieces, or you pick up puzzles at
the local thrift store or yard sale for a quarter, consider some of these
ideas:
Wreath: Cut out the shape of a wreath
(using two different sized bowls) from card stock or cardboard. Glue the puzzle pieces one layer at a time
until you have three to four layers. Depending on what you have on hand, you
can just use green, white and/or red pieces, spray paint the finished product;
use a floral motif puzzle; or another “themed” type of puzzle. A candy cane
shape would work well, spraying red and white stripes.
Puzzle Letter: Using a letter
stencil, trace the letter on to heavy cardboard, foam core or something that’s
strong and sturdy. Cut out and start gluing pieces of the puzzle on to the letter.
Can leave as is or spray paint one color. The finished letter can be left as is
or mounted onto canvas and framed. Easy
project to do with kids.
Coasters For the friend
that loves puzzles, create special coasters and hot pads by gluing puzzle pieces
to a piece of cork backing (available at your local craft store in rolls) or a
piece of wood. Be sure to coat the coaster top with a number of layers of
varnish to keep it water and/or heat proof.
Ornaments & Pins:
Picking the same shape puzzle pieces and spraying one color, which will then
Wine charms,
key rings, earrings: Put a hole through a puzzle piece, insert ring
and you can make everything from a wine charm to some interesting earrings. Keep
in mind that you’ll need to put layers of Mod Podge or varnish to create a
smooth finish and make it durable for use. For a group of friends, link some
puzzle pieces together. Place the holes for rings, clasps, necklaces or
whatever you choose to use in such a way that the pieces can remain connected
when first presented. Decorate as you see fit. Can be a nice way to recognize
connections of friends, support groups, special event etc.
Gift
Tags: Paint and include the usual "to/from" using Sharpies. Have made some using just acrylic paints and it works fine.
Note
that the puzzle piece is used as the logo for Autism Awareness.
Previous Years August Holiday Gifts to Start Now
• 2014
Edition: Infinity scarf, knife block or stripe, fire starters, flavored syrups, activity books
• 2016 Bowls
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