If you spend anytime on etsy you know that printable gifts and products are all the rage right now. Why? Instant gratification, for starters. You see something you want and get it in your inbox within a couple of hours. It’s a do-it-yourself with less stress because the instructions are right there for you. And what I think is the greatest attraction is that you can use it over and over. You can use it many times yourself or make several gifts with it, which is perfect for my teeny tiny budget this year.

So, seeing as everyone is on a budget this year especially I’m going to highlight some of our favorite printable gifts on etsy. This is just a sampling of the awesomeness you will find on etsy. Go take a look around and do a search for “printable” items to see some more options. Since my friends and family read this blog I had to leave off some of my great finds that will be my gifts this year. And pay close attention because you, my lucky readers, will find a freebie that will make a great gift for kids! So just keep reading.

Wondering about that freebie? Head over to the Handmade for the Holidays blog and download the file at the end of the post. If you’re looking for a different game to print out as gifts, check out our shop! Enjoy!

ETA: Sherbet Blossom is offering a freebie of recipe cards on her site. Go check them out! Ohhh I just love the holidays!!

Christmas Song of the Day: The First Noel/Mary Mary by Sarah McLachlan. I remember when this came out 2 years ago I listened to this song on repeat for days and days. The video is just a bunch of pictures of Sarah, so just listen to the song. It’s also on my Christmas mix that I’ll be posting soon.

Christmas Quote of the Day:
“The real Christmas comes to him who has taken Christ into his life as a moving, dynamic, vitalizing force. The real spirit of Christmas lies in the life and mission of the Master….

“If you desire to find the true spirit of Christmas and partake of the sweetness of it, let me make this suggestion to you. During the hurry of the festive occasion of this Christmas season, find time to turn your heart to God. Perhaps in the quiet hours, and in a quiet place, and on your knees—alone or with loved ones—give thanks for the good things that have come to you, and ask that His Spirit might dwell in you as you earnestly strive to serve Him and keep His commandments” (Howard W. Hunter, “The Real Christmas,” Ensign, Dec 2005, 22–25).

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