“It’s the thought that counts.”

And these personalized treasures are the epitome of that expression.

But you don’t have to be apro-level bakeror crafter to make a wonderful DIY gift.

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(Check out some greatbath bomb recipeshere!)

(We have12 different ideas for photo ornamentsto get you started.)

Keep at room temperature for up to six months.

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And while they look spectacularthey also taste amazing, too!

(And they are surprisingly simple to create!)

Hint: Splurge on better-quality bittersweet and semisweet chocolate to make these chocolate espresso truffles truly decadent.

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Store in an airtight container.

Keep at room temperature for up to four months.

Bubble Bath

Who doesn’t love a good bubble bath?

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Check out a slew of differentbubble bath recipesto find the perfect one for your bath fan.

(And the basic hot chocolate bomb recipe takes just 30 minutes to make!)

Ideally, you’ll leave them pressed about a week so that they properly dry and flatten.

DIY Photo Ornaments, Photo Transfer

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Look for frames that are two pieces of glass, like the one pictured.

you might find them on Amazon, Terrain, and lots of other retailers.

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Espresso Truffles

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Shadow box

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Tiny, Snarky Chain Stitch

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Mini Succulent Garden

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Morning, Noon, and Night Bath Salts

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Coconut Pecan Muffin Mix

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