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There's still time for a personalized gift

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There are only a few days left until Christmas, but there is still time to create a personalized gift. Here are a few suggestions:

Personalized Candle


If you're giving a jar candle as a gift, you can make it extra special by personalizing it. All you need is any jar candle and an adhesive label or sticker paper (you can also use glossy photo paper and glue).

Remove the label that is already on the candle. If it doesn't peel off easily, you can use a blow dryer to soften the adhesive or, if it's really stubborn, use some goo gone. Clean off any remaining traces of adhesive with some alcohol or a little warm soapy water (rinse afterward).

After that, you can use any software you have to create a personalized label. Print a special message, a favorite quote or even a photo, cut to size and affix to the jar. Even an inexpensive candle will be a cherished gift.


Personalized Pillow




If you have an electronic cutting machine (Cricut, Silhouette, etc.) or know someone who does, you can create a special message or design to cut from heat transfer vinyl and personalize plain pillow cases/covers. You don't need the special Cricut heat press, a standard clothing iron works as well, just follow the instructions that come with the vinyl. I've shown black vinyl in these examples, but Michaels and Amazon carry lots of other colors. Use any software (or a website like Canva) to create your design, cut it out and iron it on.


Personalized T-Shirt



You can do this with a cutting machine and heat transfer vinyl or iron on transfer paper. Once again, use whatever software you have or a website like Canva to create your design. Then follow the instructions of the vinyl or transfer paper you have.

Happy creating!

Willoughby



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