Xavier High School Student Life 6

Parents

Friends

Significant others

Homemade Gifts

It’s the mostwonderful time of the year

Tie Blanket ScrapbookCookies

Orange LeafStarbucksColdstoneScheelsAmerican EagleGalaxy 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 herFor 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 PhillipsMumford and SonsTaylor 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 fromwww.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