Which Craft for Mass Production?

**paelthom** · 09-08-2004, 12:23 PM

I'm behind on thinking about Christmas.....

I want to make something that I can make lots of and it not be too expensive, kinda of my own mass production line. I can't knit, crochet or do needle arts so let's not go there. Also, something that I can do quickly as I'll need to make about 2 dozen of them. I've noticed all the great crafts linked here lately but was just wondering if you had to just pick one craft would you really do.

I will use these as Christmas gifts for teachers, church friends, etc. and want them to be special and adorable (but yet frugal and easy).

Please post a link or give me some directions. I promise to let you know what I end up making.

Oh yeah, keep in mind that dd will be helping. Last year we did teacup pin cushions and the rootbeer mugs full of candy.

Many thanks.

**sunshine** · 09-08-2004, 01:03 PM

Last year I photocopied different demoninations of dollar bills- shrunk them down and cut them out- then glued them onto clean soup cans.

I filled the cans with bite sized $1000 bars and included a note that said "Your worth a million!"

**sunshine** · 09-08-2004, 01:21 PM

Another thing I've done in the past was get mugs at yard sales or thrift shops.

Then filled them with individual baggies of various mixes-- potato soup mix, hot cocoa, cake in a mug mix, etc.

**sunshine** · 09-08-2004, 01:31 PM

The cinnamon oraments are easy and well received. . . .

or any of these:

Fun Sayings for Simple Gifts

Give just one or place several in basket and give as a gift.

Any sweet treat: "Wishing you a season filled with sweetness!"
A plate of cookies: "Wishing you a wonderful Christmas, from your "crummy" neighbors.
Barq's Root Beer: "Have a wonderful Christmas, it shows you're "barqing" up the right tree."
Any soda: "We're "soda-lighted" to wish you a Merry Christmas!"
Popcorn: "We just "popped" in to wish you a Merry Christmas!"
Loaf of Bread: "For being there when you were "kneaded", for "rising" to the occasion, large or small, for never "loafing" on the job, for helping others "heel" with TLC, no matter how you "slice" it, you do a terrific job loving others."
Bananas: "If we could choose our friends, and we searched the whole world through, we'd go "bananas" trying to find a better "bunch" than you!"
Bear Shaped Honey: "Hoping our "honey" of a frien has a "beary" merry Christmas."
Microwave Popcorn and 2-liter of Soda: "Pop, pop, fizz, fizz, oh what a good friend you is!"
Mug with Hot Chocolate Mix: "To our special friends so dear, wishing you a cup of cheer."
Eggnog: "Have an "udderly moovalous" holiday!"
Ice Cream: "Have a cool yule!"
Hershey's Kisses in a Wire Wisk: "We "whisk" you a merry "kiss"mas.
Paper Towels: "Blot out your troubles, "absorb" the Christmas spirit!"
Candle: "Hope your Christmas is full of light"
Pencil and notepad: "Hope your Christmas is something to write home about!"
Matches: "To our matchless friends"
Bubble Gum or Bubble Bath: "May your holiday "bubble" over with fun!"
7Up: "7 Up ideas for a wonderful holiday season" (include 7 uplifting thoughts/ideas)
Sprite: "May your Christmas be Merry and "Sprite"!"
Rootbeer: "We're "rooting" for you to have a happy Holiday Season!"
Popcorn: "We're "popping" by with a holiday HI"
Chocolate Covered Cherries: "Wishing you a very "cherry" Christmas"
Mints: "We "mint" to wish you a Merry Christmas"
Snickers Candy Bar: "Don't "snicker" - just be glad you got something!"
Cookie Dough - "Here's a little extra "dough" for Christmas"
Jar of Jam: "Hoping your Christmas is "jam" packed with cheer"
Veggies and Dip: "Dip into the holidays and a healthy New Year!"
Pasta: "Have a "pasta-tively" happy holiday!"
Muffins or Muffin Mix: "You're gettin' "muffin" for Christmas!"
Grater and Cheese: "To a "grate" neighbor"
Seasoning Mix: "Seasoned with love - Happy Holidays!"
Whisk Broom: "Take a break from a busy day, and "sweep" all your cares away!"
Basket of Bath Items: "When you feel like a basket case, take a break... and slow you pace"
Basket of Rolls and Honey Bear: "Have a "honey" of a Christmas!"
Hershey's Kisses: "Merry "Kiss"mas"
Bath oils, bubbles, salts: "The holidays can be a strain on our body and brain, so when you feel stressed, a hot bath is best, it truly will help keep you sane!"
Soup mix: "Your're "souper" - Merry Christmas"
Wooden spoon w/favorite drink or baking mix: "Not a crature was "stirring"..."
Oven Mitt filled w/treats: "We have to ad-"mitt" you're a great neighbor!"
Frozen cookie dough w/cookie cutters: "Bake up some Christmas Cheer!"
Apple Cider w/wassail mix: "Spice Up Your Christmas!"
Bag/Box of Whoppers: "Hope you ahve a "whopper" of a Christmas"
M&M's: "Have a Merry and Most Wonderful Holiday Season!"
Frozen or Ready-To-Bake pizza: "Warm up to a wonderful holiday season "topped" with Christmas cheer!"
Apples and Hershey's Hugs: "A teacher can't live by apples alone... she needs hugs too!"
Popcorn Balls: "Hoping you have a "ball" this Christmas season"
Jolly Ranchers: "Have a holly "jolly" Christmas"
Chex Party Mix: "Remember Santa "chex" his list twice to see who's been naughty or nice... so be good for goodness sake!!!
Box of Hostess Ho-Ho's: "Hope a merry "Ho-Ho-Ho" fills your heart the whole year through!"
Jar of Jelly: "Jelly is like love -- you can't spread it around without getting some on yourself!"
Christmas Tray: "We "tray"sure your friendship!"
Bell: "With each chime of this festive bell, may a Christmas wish come true, and bring you peace and happiness to last the whole year through!"
Yule Log: "We send youwarm greetings this Christmas seasoning"
Potpourri: "May this sweet bring back thoughts of warm Christmases long ago!"
Cleaners: "You add sparkle and make our life brighter!"
Nuts: "We're nuts about you!"
Lifesavers: "You've been a life saver!"
Juice pitcher filled with candy canes: "We pitcher you raising a little "cane" during the holidays"
Broom or Feather Duster: "You're "dust" the finest neighbors we know!"
Measuring Cups or Spoons: "Wishing you a joy beyond "measure"!"
Star Ornament: "Remember the reason for the season!"
Chocolate Mousse Mix: "Merry Christmousse to our "deer" friends!"
Wooden Spoon: "Whether stirring up cakes, cookies, soups, or souffles; You'll find this spoon useful in so many ways. But whatever it's use, it says, "Merry Christmas from us to you!"
Flower: "If friends were flowers, we'd pick you!"
Heart Ornament: "May the joy and love you give away, come back to you on Christmas Day"
Cinnamon Sugar for toast: "May your Christmas be sprinkled with laughter and love!"
Christmas music: "May the sweet song of Christmas make your heart rejoice!"
Filled Basket: "Wishing you a basket full of Christmas blessings"
Salsa: "Add a little spice to your holidays"
Stocking or Filled Jar: "Have a fun filled Christmas this year!"
Candle: "May your days be happy, your heart be light, your Christmas merry and the New Year bright!!!"
Calendar: "Keep Christmas in your heart the whole year through!"
Sugar Cookies: "Rolling out a batch of Christmas cheer, for someone we think is very dear!"
Cherry 7-Up: "Just a little Christmas cheer from happy Hearts this time of year!
Sparkling Cider: "Wishing you a sparkling holiday season!"
Warm casserole or bread: "Bundled up with warm wishes"
Eggbeater: "Have an "eggstra" special holiday!"
Pie: "Wishing you a scrupmtuous Christmas"
Oranges: "Orange" you glad we're friends?" Merry Christmas!!
Chocolate Orange: "Orange" you glad it's Christmas? Hope your Christmas is a sweet one!
Ice Cream Snowballs and Hot Fudge: "Here's some packaged "snowball" treats - Just drizzle hot fudge and its ready to eat!.... Enjoy!!"
Box of Light Bulbs: "Have a bright and radiant Christmas"
Anything Santa: "Ho-Ho-Hoping your Christmas is Heavenly!"
Anything Angel: "Hoping you have a Heavenly Christmas!"
Gingerbread House: "Nibble, nibble like a mouse, we hompe you'll nibble at this house!" Merry Christmas!!
Mugs with Hot Chocolate Mix: "To our special friends who are so Dear, we wish you all a cup of Cheer!"
Cocoa Mix: "Wishing you a warm and wonderful Christmas!"
Gum: "By gum, you're a great neighbor!!" "Have a Merry Christmas"
Christmas Shaped Pasta: "Have a Pasta-tively happy Holiday!"
Jar of Jam: "Hoping you have a Holiday "Jammed" packed with fun!!" "Have a "Berry" nice holiday season!" or "Hoping your Christmas is "Jam-packed" with Christmas Cheer!!"
Homemade Frozen Rolls: "Here's a little holiday treat. rise and bake, it can't be beat! Warm fresh rolls just for you. Top with butter that's all you do! Warm Holiday Greetings to you"
Brownie Mix (or other mix): "Whip up this mix for a wonderful holiday fix! Wishing you a "rich" Holiday Season!!" (Attach the recipe!)
Homemade carmels: "Hoping you have a "Rich" and "wonderful" Holiday!!"
Pie: "Just a "Holiday Hi" and a tasty Pie! Happy Holidays!!"
Divinity: "May your Christmas be "Devine" and your Holidays so Fine! Sweet Chrismas Wishes!"
Rice Krispie Treats: "Snap, Crackle, Pop" "We think you're really tops!"
Toffee or Brittle: "Any way you break it, we think you're the greatest!"
Fudge: "Fudge" a little on the calories and enjoy the Holiday Season!"
Cheese Ball and Crackers: "We don't mean to sound "Cheesey", we just hope you have a "Ball" this Holiday Season! Or "Spread a little Christmas Cheer this holiday season!"
Apple Anything (pie, cobbler, crisp, muffins, etc.): "Sending you a "Bushel" of love this holiday season!" Or "You are the apple of my eye, Teacher!"
Banana Bread: "Banana bread just for you, because you have so much to do... We also love you a whole "Bunch" too! Merry Christmas!"
Cinnamon Rolls: "Here's a sweet treat "Rolled" up with warm Holiday Wishes! Mery Christmas!"
Homemade Chocolates: "You're so sweet...having you as neighbors is really a treat! Have a Heavenly Holiday Season!"
Cake or Cupcakes: "You take the "Cake" neighbor, We think you're first rate! Happy Holidays to you"
Cornbread or Mix: "We're not trying to be "Corny" we just want you to have a Merry Christmas!"
Carrot Cake: "I really "carrot" a lot about you!! Merry Christmas!
Spiced Drink Mixes: "Hoping your Holidays are "spiced" just right!"
Recipe: "Just like you friend...it's tried and true, just for you! Happy Holiday Baking or Merry Christmas Cooking!"
Pizza: "Hope your Holiday has a touch of "Pizza-z!!" Merry Christmas!
Crayons and Coloring Book: "Hope your Holidays are Colorful!
Plant: "The kindness you show makes our friendship grow and grow! Hope you have a Happy Holiday!"
Stuffed animal: "Pawsing" to wish you a Merry Christmas!"
Donuts: "Donut" you know we love you??? Have a happy Holiday!!
Tree shaped pasta, tree shaped container or a small Christmas tree: "Hope your Christmas is "tree-mendous!"
Payday candy bar: "It's the "nutty" time of the year again, so please don't lose your cool! Relac, and munch this little treat and have a happy yule!"
Squeeze-It Juice drink and a Hershey's Kiss: "Here's a "squeeze and a "kiss", to remind you your're loved all through the year!"
Salsa and Tortilla Chips: "Have a hot and spice Christmas!"
Scouring pad/sponge: "I scoured the earth for a friend like you!"

**paelthom** · 09-08-2004, 01:52 PM

WOW, excellent ideas there.

**captclearance** · 09-08-2004, 06:37 PM

I got dozens of gallon sized jars given to me and I'll be doing these agoin this year...... You can do them with any jar... Mayo and pickle jars work great...... Babyfood jars work good too......
Remember to get some clearance candy to fill them with after Halloween !!!!!!! I do these production line and are inexpensive to do.....

http://www.frugalvillage.com/forums/...ht=snowman+jar

This one is fun to do too !!!!!!!

A gift I made for my Friend.......

Here's another idea...... I hope it doesn't duplicate any of Denise's.. It's just easier to post the link as there are so many...

Give Little Somethings......

More .......

http://www.frugalvillage.com/giftsinabag.shtml

Candy Sundaes......

http://www.frugalvillage.com/sundae.shtml

Feng Shui Candle Garden......
http://www.frugalvillage.com/feng.shtml

Photo Babies ......
http://www.frugalvillage.com/photoangels.shtml

**sunshine** · 09-08-2004, 10:55 PM

More simple gifts- some may be repeats:

From another list:

1. M&M's - "Have a Merry and Most wonderful Holiday Season!!"

2. Soup or soup mix - Wishing you a "Souper" Holiday Season!!

3. Frozen or ready to bake pizza - "Warm up to a wonderful Holiday
Season "Topped" with Christmas cheer!"

4. Apples and Hershey's Hugs - A teacher can't live by apples
alone...She needs "Hugs" too!!

5. Popcorn Balls - Hoping you have a "Ball" this Holiday Season!

6. Loaf of Bread - For being there when you were "Kneaded", for "Rising"
to the occasion, large or small. For never "Loafing" on the job, for
helping others to "Heel" with TLC. No matter how you "Slice it", you do
a terrific job loving others. Merry Christmas!!

7. Jolly Ranchers - Have a Holly "Jolly" Christmas!!

8. Rootbeer - We're "Root"ing for you to have a Happy Holiday Season and
a Wonderful New Year!!

9. Chex Party Mix - Remember Santa "Chex" his list twice to see who's
been naughty or nice...so be good for goodness sake!! Merry Christmas!!

10. Box of Hostess Ho-Ho's - Hope a merry "HO - HO - HO" fills your
heart the whole year through! (Put a santa sticker on the label)

11. Wire wisk - (Filled with Chocolate kisses) "We WHISK you a Merry
KISSmas!!"

12. Jar of Jelly - jelly is like love - you can't spread it around
without getting some on yourself! Merry Christmas!!

13. Christmas Tray - We "Tray" sure your friendship! Merry Christmas!!

14. Bell - With each chime of this festive bell, may a Christmas wish
come true. And bring you peace and happiness to last the whole year
through! Merry Christmas!

15. Yule Log - "We send you warm greetings this Christmas Season!!"

16. Potpourri - "May this sweet scent bring back thoughts of warm
Christmases long ago!"

17. Cleaners - "You add sparkle and make our life brighter!" Merry Christmas!

18. Nuts - "We're nuts about you!" Merry Christmas!

19 Lifesavers - " You've been a life saver!" Have a great Christmas!

20. A juice pitcher filled with candy canes - "We pitcher you raising a
little "cane" during the holidays!" Have a merry Christmas!!

21. Broom - You're "Dust" the finest neighbors we know!

22. Paper Towels - "Blot out your troubles; absorb the Christmas Spirit!"

23. Measuring Cup or Glass Measure - "Wishing you Joy Beyond Measure!

24. Bananas - If we could choose our friends, and we searched the whole
world through, we'd go bananas trying to find a better bunch than you!!"

25. Any Star ornament - "Remember the reason for the season!"

26. Chocolate Mousse Mix - "Merry Christmousse" to our "Deer" Friends!

27. Wooden spoon - Whether stirring up cakes, cookies, soups or
soufflés; You'll find this spoon useful in so many ways. But whatever
it's use, it says, "Merry Merry Christmas from us to you!"

28. Flower - "If friends were flowers, we'd pick you! Happy Holidays!!
Or "You make friendship bloom all year round!"

29. Heart Christmas Ornament - "May the Joy and Love you give away, come
back to you on Christmas day!"

30. Cinnamon Sprinkles - (Cinnamon & Sugar, or cookie sprinkles) "May
your Christmas be sprinkled with laughter and love!" Merry Christmas!

31. Hershey's Hugs - "A friend always knows when you need a little hug!"

32. Christmas music..CD or Tape - "May the sweet song of Christmas make
your heart rejoice!" Or "May the merry sounds of Christmas bring a
Joyful Melody to your holiday season" Merry Christmas!!

33. Filled Basket - "Wishing you a basket full of Christmas blessings"

34. Salsa - "Add a little Spice to your Holidays!" Merry Christmas!

35. Stocking or filled Jar - "Have a fun filled christmas this year!"

36. Lamb - "Have "eweself" a Merry little Christmas!!"

37. Candle - "May your days be happy, your heart be light, your
Christmas merry and the New Year Bright!!

38. Holly - "Happy Hollydays!"

39. Calendar - "Keep Christmas in your heart the whole year through!"

40. Shaped Sugar Cookies - "Rolling out a batch of Christmas Cheer, for
Someone we think is very dear!!"

41. Cherry 7-up - "Just a Little Christmas Cheer from Happy Hearts this
time of year!! Merry Christmas!!"

42. Sparkling Cider - "Wishing you a Sparkling Holiday Season!"

43. Warm Casserole or Bread - "Bundled up with warm wishes!!"

44. Popcorn or Caramel Corn - "Just "Popping" by with a Holiday Hi!"
Or
"May your Holidays be Poppin'!"

45. Seasoning Mix - "Seasoned with Love" Merry Christmas!!

46. Eggbeater - "Have an "Eggstra" Special Holiday!!"

47. Hershey's Hugs and Kisses - "Christmas Hugs and Kisses to You "
Or
"Holiday Hugs and Kisses to you!"

48. Apple Pie or Apple Crisp - "Wishing you a Scrumptious Christmas!"

49. Fruit Basket - "May your New Year be Festive and Fruitful!!"

50. Any Sweet Treat - "Wishing you a season filled with sweetness!"

51. Oranges - " Orange" you glad we're Friends!?" Merry Christmas!!

52. Chocolate Orange - "Orange" you glad it's Christmas? Hope your
Christmas is a Sweet one!

53. Sprite - " May your Christmas be Merry and Sprite!"

54. Ice Cream Snowballs and Hot Fudge - " Here's some packaged
"snowball" treats - Just Drizzle Hot Fudge and its ready to eat!...Enjoy!!"

55. Snicker Bar - "Don't "Snicker", just be glad you got Something!!"

56. Mints - "Friends like you are worth a Mint!!"

57. Matches - "No one Matches you as neighbors!"

58. Strainer - (With a christmas bow) " We couldn't restrain ourselves
from wishing you a very Merry Christmas!!"

59. Box of Light Bulbs - "Have a bright and radiant Christmas"

60. Bubble Gum or Bubble Bath - "May your holidays "Bubble" over with fun!!

61 Pencil and Notepad - "Merry Christmas from our pad to yours!!"
or
Merry Christmas to a "noteworthy" friend!"

62. Jar of Pickles - "Just in brine, Our wish for a merry Christmas!!"

63. Grater and Cheese - " To a Grate Neighbor! Merry Christmas!"

64. Ice Cream - "Have a "Cool" Yule!!"

65. Bear shaped Honey - "Have a Bear-y Sweet Christmas!!"

66. Santa - "Ho - Ho - Hoping your Christmas is Heavenly!"

67. Angel - "Hoping you have a Heavenly Christmas!!"

68. Eggnog - " Have an "Udderly Moovalous" Christmas!!"

69. Gingerbread House - "Nibble, Nibble like a mouse, We hope you'll
nibble at this house!" Merry Christmas!!

70. Mugs with Hot Chocolate Mix - "To our special friends who are so Dear,
We wish you all a cup of Cheer!"
or
One Mug would be a special gift for a Teacher.
"To a Special Teacher dear, wishing you a "Cup of Cheer"!"

71. Cocoa Mix - "Wishing you a warm and wonderful Christmas!"

72. Muffins or Muffin mix - " You're getting "Muffin" for Christmas!!"

73. Gum - "By Gum, You're a great Neighbor!! Have a Merry Christmas"

74. Veggies and Dip - "Dip into a wonderful Holiday season and a Healthy
New Year!"

75. Christmas Shaped pasta - ( Or any Pasta and a bottle of Sauce )
"Have a Pasta-tively Happy Holiday!"

76. Jar of Jam - "Hoping you have a Holiday "Jammed" packed with fun!!"
or
"Have a "Berry" nice holiday season!!"
Or
"Hoping your Christmas is "Jam- packed" with Christmas Cheer!!"

77. Cookie Dough - "Here's a little extra "Dough" for Christmas!
Or
"Everyone Needs a little extra "Dough" for Christmas!!"

78. Homemade Frozen Rolls - "Here's a little holiday treat. Rise and
bake, it can't be beat! Warm fresh rolls just for you. Top with butter
that's all you do! Warm Holiday Greetings to you"

79. Brownie Mix - (Or any Mix) "Whip up this mix for a wonderful
holiday fix! Wishing you a "rich" Holiday Season!!" (Be sure to attach
the recipe!)

80. Homemade caramels - Hoping you have a "Rich" and "wonderful" Holiday!!"

81. Pie - "Just a "Holiday Hi" and a tasty Pie!! Happy Holidays!!"

82. Divinity - "May your Christmas be "Divine" and your Holidays so
Fine! Sweet Christmas Wishes!"

83. Rice Krispie Treats - "Snap, Crackle, Pop! We think You're really Tops!"

84. Toffee or Brittle - "Any way you break it, We think you're the greatest!"

85. Fudge - "Fudge" a little on the calories and enjoy the Holiday Season!"

86. Cheese Ball and Crackers - "We don't mean to sound "Cheesy", we just
hope you have a "Ball" this Holiday Season!
Or
"Spread a little Christmas Cheer this Holiday Season!"

87. Apple Anything - (Pie, Cobbler, crisp, muffins etc.)
"Sending you a "Bushel" of love this holiday Season!!"
Or
" You are the apple of my eye, Teacher!"

88. Banana Bread - "Banana Bread just for you, because you have so much
to do... We also love you a whole "Bunch" too! Merry Christmas!"

89. Cinnamon Rolls - "Here's a sweet treat "Rolled" up with warm Holiday
Wishes! Merry Christmas!"

90. Homemade Chocolates - " You're so Sweet...having you as neighbors is
really a treat! Have a Heavenly Holiday Season!"

91. Cake or Cupcakes - "You take the "Cake" neighbor, We think you're
first rate! Happy Holidays to you!!"

92. Cornbread or Mix - "We're not trying to be "Corny" we just want you
to have a Merry Christmas!"

93. Carrot Cake - " I Really "Carrot" alot about you!! Merry Christmas"

94. Spiced Drink Mixes - " Hoping your Holidays are "Spiced" Just right!"

95. Homemade Ice cream of a Frozen Treat - "Here's the Scoop: Hoping
your Holidays are a "Blizzard" of fun!"

96. Recipe - "Just like you, friend...it's tried and true, just for you!
Happy Holiday Baking or Merry Christmas Cooking!"

97. Pizza - "Hope your Holiday has a touch of "Pizza - z!!" Merry Christmas!!"

98. Candle - "You Light up my Life!" Thanks for your friendship! May
your Christmas be Merry and Bright!"

99. Crayons and Coloring Book - Hope your Holidays are Colorful!

100. Plant - " The kindness you show makes our friendship grow and grow!
Hope you have a Happy Holiday!!"

101. Soda Pop - "I'd "Soda" like to wish you a merry Christmas!

102. Stuffed animal - (Beanie Baby) "Pawsing" to wish you a Merry Christmas!"

103. Doughnuts - "Donut" you know we love you??? Have a happy Holiday!!"

**paelthom** · 09-09-2004, 09:48 AM

Thanks! Anyone else have a fav mass production craft idea they want to share. Christmas is looking better now that I've got you guys helping.

**Mommy2Sunflowers** · 09-11-2004, 01:33 AM

what great idea's

Thanks ladies

**sunshine** · 12-07-2004, 04:38 PM

**matt&roxy** · 12-09-2004, 10:20 AM

WOW!!!!! Thanks for all those great ideas.......

**dolphin** · 12-09-2004, 11:53 AM

Lori (Captnclearance), I just love your "gifts in a bag". Such cute ideas and someday I'm going to make these.

**catl8dy** · 01-15-2005, 01:42 AM

bumping this up for Carolyn, its great!

**gkp1031** · 01-15-2005, 04:18 PM

wow!! lots of great ideas--I'm starting to get in holiday spirit already!!!

**catl8dy** · 01-15-2005, 07:08 PM

These ideas are great for our Mission Group craft sale.
We need to start on our projects for this fall (Nov.) now, as we only have 2 meetings a month. Thats only 19 or 20 meetings folks! hehe