Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Before you head out for your Brown Thursday/Black Friday shopping, consider some of these homemade DIY gifts (so you can grab supplies while you are out).


A chalkboard serving platter. This is adorable! Even if if was not used as a serving platter, it could be propped up against a counter or wall with a menu written on it.


Custom "smart" covers. Who doesn't have some sort of smart accessory -- phone, tablet, ipod, ereader, etc. This is a gift most anyone can use and it only takes fabric, basic sewing skills and a little bit of patience.


Upcycled sweater scarf. Big & chunky sweater scarves are all the rage this season. Instead of gifting all of your old sweaters, why not upcycle a few of them into scarves? Love!


Silhouette photos. How precious are these!? Not to mention simple. All you need is a digital camera, computer, printer and frame. No one with kids on your gift list? Try pet photos or couples photos.


Mason jar cocoa. Who doesn't love a warm, delicious drink on a cold winter day? Toss in mix for your favorite holiday drinks, add some festive fabric & gift away!

I hope you like some of these ideas. Happy shopping & DIYing!