That’s Crafty!

Check out these easy homemade gifts you never knew you could create!

Handmade votive candles.
Handmade votive candles.

Make Your Own Candles

Turn an ordinary gift into a sentimental one by making it yourself or with your family.

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Exclusive Magdalena Crochet Pattern by Mia Zamora-Johnson

Now you can crochet this adorable Magdalena doll created exclusively for SaturdayEveningPost.com readers by designer Mia Zamora-Johnson. (http://owlishly.typepad.com and http://www.ravelry.com/projects/Mia)

Download the instructions (PDF).

Walnut Pumpkin Fudge
Walnut Pumpkin Fudge

The Gift of Fudge

Did you know this divine all-American dessert was the result of a fudged-up batch of caramels in the 1800s. Nevertheless, these fudge-proof recipes are easy holiday gifts for your friends and neighbors.

Homemade Soap
Homemade Soap

Cookie-Cutter Soaps

When finished cutting out the cookies, get out the soap! These handmade, scented soaps make even sweeter gifts.