<![CDATA[Priceless Handmade Gifts - Blog]]>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:03:23 -0500Weebly<![CDATA[Pasta Delight Recipe]]>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:19:21 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/pasta-delight-recipe
Pasta Delight - easy recipe with spaghetti noodles
]]><![CDATA[No-Sew T-Shirt Tote Bag DIY]]>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:10:14 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/no-sew-t-shirt-tote-bag-diy
Years ago, I had fun upcycling t-shirts into shopping bags at my retail store. It was a big hit with the customers, who appreciated having reusable options to put their purchases in. I sewed the under-side of my bags, which you may also do. But below is a description of how to make fringe at the bottom and tie it closed with knots. That option is great if you don't have access to a sewing machine, or if you want your kids to help make the DIY t-shirt tote bags. Either way you decide to make it, your bag will be a great conversation piece at the store, especially if you use a t-shirt that has a great saying. Happy Upcycling!
Easy No-Sew T-Shirt Tote Bag DIY Project Upcycling Tutorial
]]><![CDATA[Easy Bowtie Sewing Tutorial]]>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 18:59:43 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/easy-bowtie-sewing-tutorialLearn how to sew a bowtie with this easy tutorial. This is a fun DIY project that doesn't require many supplies. Follow the instructions below to make a cute handmade bowtie with your sewing machine. If you don't have a sewing machine, that's okay. You can also sew this project by hand, though a sewing machine will give it more of a finished look.

This is a great project for using up fabric scraps, as you only need a six-inch square of fabric and a few other supplies to begin. Scroll through the step-by-step instructions below.
Happy sewing!!
Easy DIY Handmade Bowtie Sewing Tutorial
Easy Sewing Project - DIY Bowtie
Supplies needed to make your own bowtie...
Sew your own bowtie.
Use fabric scraps to make a bowtie.
Stabilize your fabric with a piece of felt.
This is an easy sewing project, where you only sew straight lines.
A quick sewing project for fabric scraps.
An easy DIY fabric bow making tutorial.
Sew your own bowtie by following these easy instructions.
Use elastic scraps for this bowtie tutorial.
An easy way to sew your own bowtie.
Use a button as a bowtie closure.
]]><![CDATA[The Joy of Starting Your Next Project Today]]>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 23:09:10 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/the-joy-of-starting-your-next-project-todayAre you a person who collects pins on Pinterest, hoping to try out a new craft idea? Or you watch all of the tutorials you come across on social media? Maybe you even go as far as to purchase supplies for that project, hopeful that you'll get around to making it someday. But somehow those supplies become easily forgotten and are still sitting in the shopping bag you brought home from the store months ago.

It's not just you, it's most of us. Maybe we feel like we're not quite ready to begin. Will we have enough supplies? Will we get frustrated and give up? Will we continue with the project if it's not turning out perfect enough for our satisfaction. 

What if we could embrace an imperfect beginning? If we start today, we may discover the joy that comes with making progress and creating. And learning a new skill is rewarding in itself, as it can likely apply to future projects as well. Use mistakes as learning opportunities and correct them as you can.

It might not come together in a night but try to make progress every day or every week until your project is complete. Then improve your skillset by continuing onto the next project, whether it's using the same techniques, or experimenting with new ones.

Below you will find practical tips to motivate you to begin. There is true joy that can be found in starting. So, begin your next project today!
The joy of starting - why your next project should be today's project.
]]><![CDATA[Embracing the New Year with Handmade Love]]>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 02:41:25 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/embracing-the-new-year-with-handmade-love
Embrace the New Year with Handmade Love
]]><![CDATA[A Priceless Christmas Gives Back to Community]]>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:26:15 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/a-priceless-christmas-gives-back-to-community
A Priceless Christmas - Crafts for a Cause
Giving Back to the Community
]]><![CDATA[Grateful Hearts, Giving Hands]]>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 05:39:47 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/grateful-hearts-giving-hands
Grateful Hearts, Giving Hands
Thanksgiving from a faith-based perspective.
]]><![CDATA[God's Peace - Free Printable Card]]>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 05:08:22 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/gods-peace-free-printable-card"May you be wrapped in God's peace today. May this little note wrap around you like a warm blanket. Whatever today holds, know that God is near - pouring out peace, strength, and love in every moment. (Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7)"

Print out this encouraging card!
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Our free printable greeting card is full of encouragement! Simply print it out on card stock paper; printing page one first and then print page two on the back.
God's Peace - Free Printable Card
Printable encouragement card for women.
]]><![CDATA[How To Choose The Ideal Gift]]>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 02:26:29 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/how-to-choose-the-ideal-giftThe diagram below shows some brief descriptions of our best tips for choosing the ideal gift.
How to Choose the Ideal Gift
A Season of Giving - Handmade Gifts

Need some gift ideas? Here you go!

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Wonderfully Made Necklace

$19.99 $10.00

This beautiful necklace is made with a 16 inch chain with an extension, and a gorgeous prism charm pendant. It comes with an encouraging Scripture card: "I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made. - Psalm 139:14" Ages 16+
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Buffalo Plaid Blessed Pumpkin

$8.00 $5.00

This adorable stuffed pumpkin is hand sewn with orange & black cotton fabric with a buffalo check plaid print! It measures approximately 6 inches in width and comes with a "Blessed" tag/paper sign. Use it as fall decor or as a centerpiece to decorate your Thanksgiving table.
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Mini Yarn Pumpkins DIY Project

$5.00 $4.00

Make your own wooden bead yarn pumpkins! Comes with supplies to make three yarn pumpkins. Any extra yarn you may have left over can be used to make matching tassels. (You will need your own scissors for this project, but you will get two types of needles to keep and reuse for future projects.) Includes 3 wooden beads with large hole centers, three orange yarns, brown yarn for stems, needle, thread, plastic yarn needle, and link to directions. Find directions here: How to Make Mini Yarn Pumpkins
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Autumn Coffee Small Gift Bag

$9.99 $5.00

Make a small autumn gift more special with this small 4.5" x 4.5" handmade gift bag! Soft flannel with coffee themed words, a fuzzy crocheted trim and strap, and handmade yarn pumpkin and tassel! (Word placement will vary per item.) Bag is lined with the same fabric. Super cute and reusable!
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Pumpkin Tassel Small Gift Bag

$2.50 $2.00

Small kraft gift bag with green tassel and yarn pumpkin decoration. 5" x 3.8" x 2" sides, plus 3" handles (total height with handles is 8")
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Tan Gold Flower Chalkboard Tag Clip with Gift Bag

$3.75

Reusable! This cute handmade flower is attached to a chalkboard gift tag with a clip, which attaches to a polka-dot gift bag. Chalk not included.
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]]><![CDATA[Free Printable Gift Project Tracker]]>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 20:41:25 GMThttps://www.pricelesshandmadegifts.com/craftingwithalice/free-printable-gift-project-trackerHere is a free printable page for you to use to keep track of the crafting projects you are making for gifts. It helps you keep up with tracking your progress and reminds you of the date you'd like to have it completed. This is useful for not only Christmas gift projects but also could be used for birthdays and other holidays throughout the year. Happy crafting!

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Free printable gift project tracker
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