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Xavier High School Student Life 6 Parents Friends Significant others Homemade Gifts It’s the most wonderful time of the year Tie Blanket Scrapbook Cookies Orange Leaf Starbucks Coldstone Scheels American Eagle Galaxy 16 fun fuzzy socks (old Navy, $3-4) fashion scarves (Gap, $20-30) CDs: jewelry (American Eagle, $10-20) picture frame (Kohl’s, $6-20) lotion and fragrance gift set (Bath & Body Works, $15-30) sweatshirts (Dick’s Sporting Goods, $45-70) books by Jodi Picoult (Barnes & Noble, $7-15) cologne (Ulta, $45-80) personalized picture coffee mugs (Shutterfly, $12) ties for Dad (Kohl’s, $16-20) coupon book: household chores or making dinner This time of year can get stressful, especially when trying to think of gifts for friends and family. The Xpress is here to help! Below are some gift ideas that are sure to please. Keurig Coffee Brewer (Sam’s Club, $130) For her For him watch (Target, $15-40) Page design: Jenna Fenske Information: Jenna Fenske, Colette Miller, Lauren Lutgens Photos: Jenna Fenske and iClip Art gift cards: “I like to give gift cards to my siblings because they are easy.” -Abi Kramer ‘13 “Video games are the best thing to get because you can play them for a long time and play with your friends.” -Tommy Harris ‘15 Phillip Phillips Mumford and Sons Taylor Swift (Target, $10-20) 1. Pick out two pieces of fabric, one patterned and one solid, 1.5 by 3 yards each and line them up. 2. Cut a square 4 by 5 inches off of the corners. 3. Cut ties 4 to 5 inches in, and 1 inch wide all around the blanket. 4. Tie the fringes together. Recipes from www.verybestbaking.com www.eggbeaters.com www.allrecipes.com www.foodnetwork.com 1. Go to a craft store such as Michael’s and buy a mini scrapbook kit that includes paper, stickers, and a book. 2. Print wallet-sized pictures at a store that prints photos, such as Hy-Vee. 3. Creatively arrange photos, stickers, and paper. Write in memories, add ticket stubs, etc. candy: Ghiradelli chocolates homemade caramel/fudge
