Do You Need an Idea for A Recycled Gift?

Do you need an idea for a recycled gift. You know…taking something that you aren’t using and recreating it to make something wonderful and the perfect gift? Well…I may be able to help you with this favorite gift idea!

I love Christmas. If you know me well, you know this. I’m in love with all of it. The baking, decorating, shopping, entertaining, creating, gifting, gift wrapping…

EVERY DETAIL.

This favorite gift was in the creating part of that list.

We have always made gifts for each other at Christmas. It began in early married days and continues with all of us. It ALWAYS touches my heart. Oh, my goodness, that’s for another day.

I was off to a convention. (Pre Pandemic). With beloved friends from across the country. The gifts I needed had to be lightweight. Easy to pack. Economical. Full of heart. The perfect gift for those sweet friends.

It had to speak from my heart to theirs.

I looked through my supplies.

*Scrapbook paper. Check.

*Glue sticks. Or double sided tape. Check.

*Favorite recipes. Check.

*Photo cards- 4″ x 6″. or Cardstock. Check.

*Computer. Check.

*Printer. Check.

*Paper cutter. Check.

And…how to package them?

I had scads of CD cases left from another project that needed a bit of recycling. Perfect for becoming a new recipe holder. Enter Recycled gift idea.

*CD cases. Check. *If you don’t have any to recycle, purchase ones where the CD holder part is removable, so that both sides of the case are flat.

Now, it began.

RECYLED RECIPE COLLECTION

1. I began by selecting my favorite Christmas recipes. I chose 7 favorites.
2. Next, I chose my font and typed them into a word document.
3. I sized them to print perfectly onto the cardstock or photo cards. *I had photo cards, so that’s what I used. Cardstock will work perfectly for this.
4. I cut each recipe down to 4 x 4 1/2″ with the paper cutter.
5. I cut scrapbook paper to fit perfectly into the CD case. 5 1/2 x 4 3/4″.
6. I glued the recipes to the scrapbook paper. NOTE: use double sided tape if you have issues with the texture of the scrapbook paper adhering.
7. Design a front cover and print onto photo paper or cardstock; cut and add to scrapbook paper.
8. Insert all into the CD case and you are done! If your CD case has a circle for the CD, see if the circle part will pop out so that both sides of the case are smooth.

Don’t forget to save all of your files! Trust me this new favorite gift will be used again!

So heart felt.

So loved.

Recycling at its best. Little bits of scrapbook paper that now have purpose. An overabundance of CD cases that become amazing holders. Favorite recipes for others to enjoy. Perfect. All equals an amazing recycled gift project.

And can I tell you? It would be the perfect gift for a wedding shower…or a housewarming…or a birthday…or family recipes for family members…the list is endless!

The FAVORITE gift to give and to receive.

Try it!

And then share it with me!!

How could I leave without sharing a favorite recipe in the collection?

This recipe was given to me years ago by a dear friend. It has been prepared and served for so many years. It’s a Christmas staple and had to be included in that recipe collection. It heralds in the holidays and stays with us through the cold winter months. Give it a try. A family favorite from my home to yours. Hope you enjoy it!

Happy recycling and creating friend!

And think of me when you enjoy that apple juice!

And if you need more ideas for thoughtful gifts I have shared on the blog…you might find more here…

Anyone For Pet And Baby Safe Christmas Ornaments? – Feet Under My Table

How to Create a Sentimental Footed Tray – Feet Under My Table

Need Tips for Harvesting Herbs? – Feet Under My Table

Harvesting Beauty for Next Spring! – Feet Under My Table

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