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Maker Culture Holiday

Consumers turn the process of gift-giving and decorating into an activity

Implications - Many holiday purchases are made for either gifting or decor purposes. Consumers looking for a way to scale back on costs, while providing a great experience, are turning to DIY projects. This approach is not only more cost-effective, it also provides a group bonding activity for consumers, signifying a willingness to trade off convenience for the sake of ritual.

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6 Featured, 51 Examples: 228,674 Total Clicks

Date Range: Dec 13 - Dec 15

Trending: Warm

Consumer Insight Topics: Art & Design Lifestyle Life DIY

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DIY Christmas Decor - These Christmas Cloches are an Easy Way to Decorate for the Holidays

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Warm 10,152 Clicks Pub: Nov 11, 14

DIY Christmas Decor

These Christmas Cloches are an Easy Way to Decorate for the Holidays

These Christmas Cloches featured on Honestly WTF will make a great DIY project for the holidays. You can get super creative with it, putting just anything you like under the cloche. This could be... [More]

LEGO Holiday Decor - Chris McVeigh Creates DIY Ornaments that are Cheerful and Playful

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Mild 3,103 Clicks Pub: Dec 2, 14

LEGO Holiday Decor

Chris McVeigh Creates DIY Ornaments that are Cheerful and Playful

There are a number of ways that crafts can be integrated in cheering up the home for Christmas, yet these LEGO holiday decor ideas are more playful than some of those options. First of all, they... [More]

Eco-Friendly DIY Baskets - Melissa Bahen of Lulu the Baker Adorably Repurposes Paper Bags

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Average 6,251 Clicks Pub: Feb 20, 15

Eco-Friendly DIY Baskets

Melissa Bahen of Lulu the Baker Adorably Repurposes Paper Bags

This DIY basket project offers a great alternative to more traditional basket designs. First of all, it foregoes the need to know how to weave, which is a skill not many do-it-yourselfers have even... [More]

Delectable Donut Decorations - These DIY Donut Ornaments are Ideal for Those Who Have a Sweet Tooth

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Mild 3,669 Clicks Pub: Dec 22, 13

Delectable Donut Decorations

These DIY Donut Ornaments are Ideal for Those Who Have a Sweet Tooth

If you’re looking to switch up your traditional Christmas decorations with something a bit more quirky, then these DIY Donut Ornaments will definitely add a wonderfully scrumptious touch to... [More]

Homemade Holiday Lip Chap - This Christmas-Scented DIY Lip Balm Contains Festive Food Ingredients

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Mild 347 Clicks Pub: Dec 29, 15

Homemade Holiday Lip Chap

This Christmas-Scented DIY Lip Balm Contains Festive Food Ingredients

This DIY lip balm is a festive homemade beauty product that uses some of your favorite holiday food ingredients. From Refinery29, the lip moisturizer is inspired by a sweet and refreshing Christmas... [More]

Potted Easter Baskets - This DIY Easter Basket Upcycles an Old Belt and a Flower Pot

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Mild 1,690 Clicks Pub: Feb 20, 15

Potted Easter Baskets

This DIY Easter Basket Upcycles an Old Belt and a Flower Pot

Considering the spring is filled with themes of renewal and regrowth, this DIY Easter basket from HGTV is a fitting way to usher in the warmer weather. As well as saving you a trip from the store... [More]