There is always a lot of talk about
how we can save money over the holidays. And how can we get the kids involved
more?
This particular gift idea is so easy and says "I love you" so well, that
you won't want to miss out on it! Make several of these wonderful keepsakes
and give them to grandparents, aunts, uncles, and anyone who needs a smile.
The best inexpensive Christmas gift I ever received was from my son when
he was in Kindergarten.
The class took empty boxes (hair color, toothpaste, etc.), wrapped them in
wrapping paper, then tied them up with a ribbon.
I took an ordinary box
As empty as can be
I filled it with a special gift
And wrapped it carefully.
But please don't ever open it
Just leave the ribbon tied
And hold it tightly near your heart
Because my love for you's inside!
If you prefer to use bows over ribbon, simply adjust the poem to read:
I took an ordinary box
As empty as can be
I filled it with a special gift
And wrapped it carefully.
But please don't ever open it
Just leave the bow applied
And hold it tightly near your heart
Because my love for you's inside!
Using bows, of course, is easier than the ribbon for little ones. To dress
up the poem, use pinking shears to cut out the poem you have written or printed
out, then glue that to another piece of posterboard or construction paper
of another color (for a border effect).
I loved this gift and will keep it FOREVER.
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About the Author:
Amanda Formaro is the entrepreneurial mother of four children. She is the Chief Editor of FamilyCorner.com Magazine. Subscribe to her free newsletter by clicking "sign up" below
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