As a retired teacher I did get a lot of mugs. But I never got tired of them. If they thought of me it was special.

I am a high school teacher, so we don’t get gifts often. Anything that reminds us that students and parents are thinking of us is great.

I’m a teacher and I have received so many mugs that I have to give a lot away. But I am still touched to receive any gift from my students ❤️

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what I have heard. 💕 Thanks for all you do.😃

@julicanizalesboller1078

3 жыл бұрын

What about giving the mugs as prizes to your students when you get too many. And I mean new students, lol, not the one’s that gave them to you. I still have a couple mugs I got when I was a kid. It’s fun to remember how I got them and now I’m 48. I only ever get rid of new mugs or sets.

@goldengryphon

3 жыл бұрын

@@julicanizalesboller1078 There are a lot of cute things you can do with old mugs - including putting plant cuttings in them. I never have enough old mugs and have to buy them from garage sales and thrift stores.

@raggedyann4372

3 жыл бұрын

I would never give away something that someone picked for me. Mugs can be used for small plants, pencil pen holders and much more. Those gifts are given from the heart❤️

@lauraann7816

3 жыл бұрын

I didn't really realize teachers received so many mugs. Last year I got erasable pens and highlighters and a small calendar notebook for my granddaughter to give her 3 teachers and the librarian. I think they liked them. I saw a teacher post on a mug collection video in the comments that one year she received 40 mugs including a few boxed sets. That's when I first heard that teachers received a lot of mugs. That was about 3 days ago. It's following me now lol lol 😆

The tote makes a great gift, especially for a teacher! You could even make the name patch a pocket!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Oh... I like that idea! Thanks Kristine!

@kristinecornell8649

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@eddieworldz1961

3 жыл бұрын

Are you busy right now

@catreenagreen

3 жыл бұрын

I was thinking a pocket as well, also, you could tea dye your tassel to match better as well.

@patsyvincent693

3 жыл бұрын

Love all of your ideas. I like your mixer. What kind is it and where can I find one.

The Happpy Memories jar is the most unique gift idea Ive ever seen! You hit a home run!

@bethbartlett5692

3 жыл бұрын

...and ya could stuff it (like a Gift Basket, including a String of Angel Lights turned on when you give it!) Or just with a little branch sprayed white with lights! Vast Possibilities - (Popcorn, White Chocolate Pretzels, Apples, Books...) Neat Gift idea! 🎄 Best Wellbeing...

@gayledimitri5887

3 жыл бұрын

Dorothy Bowers awesome idea! 😍

As a take on the memory jar, I've made small containers and made a box of self esteem. Make a box a jar, etc and on small pieces of paper write down things that you love or admire about someone. It could be: you always make me smile, you are so patient with the kids, you are such a good friend or other things like that. If it's for someone in the family you could have other family members add their comments as well. I think this is a thoughtful gift.

I was a teacher some time ago. I always loved office supplies! Clip boards, folder, notebooks, pens, markers, etc. Anything to use in classroom!

@carish1452

3 жыл бұрын

You could stuff the tote bag with those items for a teacher gift!

Natalee, your bowl cover could be made into a cute cover for your cake/muffin stand so you could make several in seasonal fabric. So you could have one for Christmas, Valentines Day, Saint Patricks, Easter, Patriotic holidays, boy/girl birthdays, Thanksgiving, Favorite Team Sport or school colors or prints etc. Possibilities are endless!!! And you can change it up in seconds and it doesn't take up much storage space, either!!!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a fun idea! Thank you 😊💕

@damamadeez2327

3 жыл бұрын

I thought the same thing when I saw, a great way to make the cake stand food-safe, put a lil saran wrap under the bowl cover and put it on your cake stand. Great ideas!!!

@hellosweetheart3350

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe use some waterproof clear material on the bottom side before sewing together?

@patnichol1275

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea

@fayemoore2218

2 жыл бұрын

I know this post is 2020 but I am new you tube fan.I love you ideas you never cease to amaze me.👍

Your peppermint candy luffa soaps turned out very cute! And only your 2nd time doing it...awesome! I am a professional soapmaker and thought I'd answer your question of what went wrong on your last pour. You were right it set up so when that happens you can pop it back in the microwave to melt it again. I also wanted to tell you that when your pouring multiple layers you should mist the soap with alcohol which will help the soap layers stick together. Usually if the alcohol is skipped the soap layers can separate. Another tip is when your making glycerin soap and after you've poured it in the mold mist it with alcohol to get rid of any bubbles that sometimes form on top of this type of soap. Anyway GREAT JOB! Just too cute. 🎄🎁

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you so much for the great tips! I will definitely take those to heart.💕

Here is a random tip for you, rubbing alcohol would actually make permanent marker is not permanent. Rubbing alcohol breaks the permanent marker bonds. Hand sanitizer will also break permanent marker bonds.

@teresamariner4238

2 жыл бұрын

Good to know!

Teacher here as well, rarely receive any gifts, so I feel blessed to get whatever is given. Still, the monogrammed mug would at least feel more personal. I love this.

Excellent ideas. I used to organize the teacher gifts each year. I sent home a note asking for $15 to $20 dollars or whatever you think you'd normally spend on a gift, wrapping and a card for teacher - I got anywhere from $2 to $30 and then I would buy them all sorts of nice things as well as tons of gift cards. Parents loved it and the teachers were blown away. Gifts (gift baskets) included everything from gourmet hot chocolate to silver bangles and more. I did it for Christmas and for end of the year gifts. No mugs included.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE this idea! So wonderful! Way to go!!

I’m a teacher and, yes, I don’t want any more mugs! We prefer wine glasses!🍷😂

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

LOL! Noted!!

@jenniferlaudone1507

3 жыл бұрын

And a bottle of wine? 😘

@janmcguire5268

3 жыл бұрын

Bottle of wine wouldn’t hurt. 😉

@kokolatte825

3 жыл бұрын

Especially right now. You guys are teaching classes over Zoom! God bless you.

@soniawithani7586

3 жыл бұрын

Or massage gift certificates!!

Mmmmm, home made bread. I love the memory jar. Think I going to do this for my desk at work. Maybe get everyone to participate. Good way to celebrate the good instead if focused on the other things that can get us down. Thank you Nat!

My daughter and her wife already have a bowl like a fish bowl and postit notes and do what your memory jar is for. They love reading out, at the end of the year, all the cool stuff they did together thru out the year. I think I will make one for each of my sons families. Thank you for the inspiration.

The Boho Tote Bag was my favorite. And,the bread. And, the Happy Memories Jar...and...

⭐Which gift idea would you most want from this list? Like this video? You will like this one too! kzread.info/dash/bejne/pWR1qLeqgtDRZtY.html

@zaphire18

3 жыл бұрын

All of them...👏👏👏

@jadadpowers3098

3 жыл бұрын

I would love the bread but honestly I would be thrilled with any of these. Thanks for another awesome Christmas video.❤

@AmyJLee

3 жыл бұрын

Love love love the memory jar.

@kathywhite1921

3 жыл бұрын

Love the monogrammed tote bag with the tassels but then I love homemade bread, but then the memory jar was very creative, but I’m torn because i love the wooden cake plate with metal edging. You see where this is going... lol

@mariaoliverio4939

3 жыл бұрын

I will definitely be making the memory jar. I think people need to remember all the good that happens throughout the year. thank you for all the wonderful idea's

Wonderful projects Natalee! They’re as perfects as your quote: “Focus on the good. Throw away the rest.” 💕

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Definitely my mantra on life. =)

My fam and friends all love my homemade gifts!!!! Been doing it for years (especially the years when I had no extra money for gifts) From afghans, scrapbooks, scarves, cookies, etc..anyone can buy something, I love to make my own gifts!!! 🎄😁

Love the cake stand. Always so grateful for any gift I receive. Some gift you with what they have and the fact that they thought of you, is just special.

The "Happy Memory Jar" is my favorite gift idea. I do believe I'll be using your idea for a couple of presents this year. 💜

I want to make everything in this video! I go into Dollar Tree with a 'deer in the headlights' look. :) I admine folks like you who can be so creative.

*The Scarf, Glass Mug, Peppermint Soap, Memory Jar and the Tote are truly Winners.* 💭 ...the Memory Jar: + and ya could stuff it (like a Gift Basket, including a String of Angel Lights turned on when you give it!) Or just with a little branch sprayed white with lights! Vast Possibilities - (Popcorn, White Chocolate Pretzels, Apples, Books...) Neat Gift idea! *Well Done !* 🎄

The memory jar is nice! I could see me doing this for each of my granddaughters...they are too young to enjoy it right now but will later when they've grown up.

I particularly love the little soaps! My mom used to make about 80 loaves of bread to pass out for Christmas, when she got older she cut back to maybe 40 haha...

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Wow! That is awesome!

Memory jar for my daughter. She’s expecting her first child in May so it will be a year of great memories.

@dawnsarrach6612

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations grandma

I Still use many of my student mugs.....I started in 1971... and love each one of them....the mugs were a great long lasting gift.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for some great ideas for Christmas! Definitely making the Chocolate Bombs, etched mugs, cake stand & bread!!!! I discovered you about 2 weeks ago & enjoying “powering” through your KZread channel. Stay positive, the world needs you!

I’m absolutely making the soap, the memory jar and that bread! Thank you for the wonderful ideas, Natalee! 🥰🥰

You amaze me each and every time I watch you. I can’t tell you how many of your projects I have tried and want to try. Those hot chocolate bombs are a must try. I also can’t wait to try etching glass. What an incredibly talented person you are.

Thank you. I have been struggling with getting gifts for my neighbors, doctors, Mail persons, etc, and you just gave it to me. The memory jar is so perfect. And I love the color combo.

I made the Hot Chocolate Bombs with the Mugs and Stir Sticks!!! It was so easy and fun!!!!!!! Can't wait to make more!!!!!!!!

These are actually such amazing ideas. I love how they are not the same ol thing everyone is doing! Great job! I will definitely be doing most of these!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you!

I wish I were on *your* Christmas list! These ideas are absolutely brilliant! I may be making a few of these for myself. I think the Boho tote and the Wooden Cake stand are my favorites, although I love them all.

I love the white cake stand the cutting board! Loved them all.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! 😊

I think the memory jar is an excellent idea for the end of the year especially around Thanksgiving. Families can gather around, open the jar and look at all the great blessings and wonderful memories for that year. What an excellent idea, thanks for sharing.❤️🌺

I love them ALL! I bought the silicone “ball maker”... going to make them with the grands at Thanksgiving. They love the hot cocoa bar.

These were all amazing gift ideas. Who wouldn't want to receive these.

Your memory jar is an awesome idea. Imagine in looking back, perhaps after suffering a loss during the year, and sharing a laugh over a forgotten happy moment. This is a wonderful gift idea for Christmas, a bridal shower/wedding, etc. I totally love this project! Saving this video, too!

Natalee, that tote bag has inspired me to hand make and mail gifts to a few of my family members who will appreciate them. You appreciate the value of handmade items but don't settle for less than high quality. Seriously speaking, YOU are the gift!

Oh my goodness I live all of these. You have inspired me. I think for a lot of people, Christmas will look a lot different this year. Thank you so much for giving us budget friendly ideas to help make this year special.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

So true! Glad you like them!

You seem so pleasant to be around. I searched home made Christmas gift ideas here and you’re the first one to show up. I’m happy I clicked on you. I love your peppermint soap idea so much!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you! So nice to meet you Tia!!

Teachers love flair pens and a glass jar or basket to hold them in, new slippers, home movie night basket with treats and popcorn, etc.

As a retired teacher, just a mug gets overwhelming, but with the chocolate bomb, I would love it.

I'd love to receive all of these gifts NataLee, but my favorite is the memory jar. The gift that gives back. Perfect! Thanks for another great one. You are my favorite DIYer on KZread. 🤩

All of these are amazing gifts! I would love any one of them myself. I'm in love with the bowl cover, that is adorable. But loved each and every one of them. Looking forward to the Cricut one. Hugs, Brenda

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Brenda! Coming soon!

I love the Happy Memory Jar! It's so easy to forget the sweet little moments of life, what a wonderful gift to give yourself!!!

Love love love the peppermint soaps.

Everyone one of these is perfect. I love the memories jar/gratitude. The hot cocoa bombs....WHAT?!?! Mind blown and so excited to try them. Always such fun ideas thanks!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked them! 😃💕

I absolutely love the Happy Memories jar! Everyone needs more positivity in their life as it helps make, and keep people feeling healthier in all ways!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

That's kind of what I was thinking. =)

@zanegrey244

3 жыл бұрын

@@designedtothenines Did you say that was a free printable? Or is it in your Etsy shop? I love that idea too and was thinking about making it!!

Natalee I’m so grateful that you made a KZread channel when you did... I’ve been watching for along time and get so excited when a new video comes out! 🎄🏡🎅

Aloha from ARIZONA! I hope you and family are staying safe with COVID. GOD BLESS OUR COUNTRY!!! I want to say MAHALO to you, no matter what the world is going through this year, you continue to bring inspiration to others with your masterpieces from your creative mind. I love all your DIY's it's THERAPY to me due to I dance here in Arizona and with COVID all my shows were put on STOP! DIY'S gives me therapy and a reason to make each day a blessing because no matter what is going on -YOU and a line of DIYer's take the time to share their art with others and continuous to inspire each and everyone masterpieces. From my home to you, MAHALO for all you do,

I'm a teacher and I love mugs! I have some really cute ones in my collection and yes, I would love to receive that mug!

Oh, yes! Homemade bread has to be one of my favorite smells of all time. When I was about 10, my Mennonite mother started baking to sell at the local farmer's market. That venture morphed into taking over the entire kitchen, and all other available space nearby! So, within a few years, a little bakery was built in the back yard. I remember the months of September through December as the busiest time of year... we made about 700 pies and 800 lbs a bread A WEEK! (Besides all the other specialty goodies like Hermit Cakes, dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls, fresh coconut cakes, etc.) A few tips for the lightest, fluffiest bread possible: Knead your bread dough until it's smooth and stretchy. Yours looks perfect! After putting the oiled bread ball back into your bowl to rise, turn your oven on and preheat to 100 degrees. As soon as the light goes off, turn the oven OFF. Then set your bowl of bread into the warmed oven. An oven light on helps keep the temp just right. Allow to proof-rise until double, punch down... and then proof it a second time before forming loaves. This second proofing creates a much lighter and even crumb. And the bread won't fall as easily, because the dough will be a bit stronger. After placing the loaves into the pans, set them back into the warm oven to rise. The loaves will be ready to bake when a thumbprint on the edge doesn't spring back. If the dough isn't finished rising before baking, the top crust will get baked, and then the pressure from the still-rising dough will break the crust at the weakest point, which is around the edge. But the rise will still not go as high as it would have. Thanks for the video - it brought back so many memories!

@rosetealatte9282

3 жыл бұрын

That was nice of you to share your expertise on the subject. It sounds like your mom was a great baker. I watched a show on youtube once about why Mennonite businesses do so well. Long story short: its because they are such hard workers.

That scarf is me, love it. I love to watch creative people with great ideas. Thanks!

I always enjoy your videos! Every year I make a big gift bag full of handmade gifts for my 3 daughters, I can definitely see using most of your ideas in this video and all of your videos. Such a joy to watch you. Thank you

Good evening Natalee Wow I would love to receive any one of them... Let me rephrase that.. All of them. So many wonderful ideas. Thanks for putting them all together for us. I think my favorite is the memory jar. That's a fabulous idea. Life gets so busy that we sometimes forget the many blessings we receive all year. TFS. Have a fun filled fabulous week. Take care. Stay safe. God bless💞

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you liked all these Mary! Appreciate it!💕

I had just got done texting my Mom to see if she had any ideas for her co workers gifts when this notification popped up. I always make them for her & needed some inspiration!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing! I am so happy Shannon. I hope you find something that will be helpful to you.😃💕

I'm new to your channel but your Christmas DIY caught my eye. So happy I found it. I love giving homemade gifts and everything you make is wonderful. Your memory jar is just what we need after 2020.

The peppermint soaps are quite cute!!# Loving the Happy Memories jar!!!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Susan! 💕

These were all TRULY incredible 👏. Sometimes it really is hard to make gifts that people would really enjoy and each of these were absolutely gorgeous. Cant wait for the circut ideas :)

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

The memory jar is perfect for a wedding, Christmas, or baby gift.

Those soaps were sooooo cute!

Love these ideas The hot chocolate bomb 💕 But the happy memories jar was such a good idea. We need more ideas like that in 2020

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Really appreciate it.

love the infinity scarf. i have some vans shoes with both patterns that would look great with that scarf!! all great gift ideas! thanks for sharing.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome!! Thank you!

Love the soap idea. As I was watching, I also thought of orange, lemon, or lime. Excited to try.

Yum, homemade bread! Great gift idea...now if I could only cook 😊💕

You can use bee wax and make that cover water resistant. When you work with belt and pour you need to spray with rubbing alcohol... because that would separate in pieces

As someone who is constantly in a state of creating things, and always looking for new ideas, I’m so glad I found your channel! Also, you remind me of Megan Mullally, which I’m sure you’ve heard before...Love your upbeat personality, and will definitely turn to your channel often for more great ideas! Thank you😊

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

The peppermint soaps are ADORABLE!!!!

You are amazing!! Not even exaggerating!! Holy cannoli!!! I want to be just like you!!🥖

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

The cookie tray turned out perfectly and the color placement makes it look like a cookie wrapper🍭🍭 You did an amazing job with the leaf soaps! I wouldnt use them because I wouldn't want to ruin them lol My daughters,their spouses,my grandchildren,and I are going to make christmas cookies and chocolates during Thanksgiving vacation. Can't wait!

When I saw the scarf over your black shirt I was like "no way!!" That was beautiful! Who would have thought those patterns would mingle so well?

@k.r.hayman4633

2 жыл бұрын

They DON'T! HORRIBLE TOGETHER - WTH? USE 1 PATTERNED & 1 PLAIN FABRIC - MUCH BETTER !

I would love the farmhouse cake tray as a gift...so creative. Kudos to you NataLee! Nice choice on the large buffalo check & cheetah print, I would have chosen the same.

i love personalized items with my name or monogram. i can use it for a long time even when i am a retired teacher! as a former teacher, any gift my children actually made me was special. i loved the cake stand too. i didn't know about metal lace. now i need to look that up!

The bowl cover is just like a raggedy ann hat my mom made for me when I was a kid--new use :)

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

I love it! I had a raggedy Ann doll too! 😃💕

Everyone would want all of these gifts. Homemade presents are the best and your ideas are all wonderful. Poinsettia's suit you, adorable!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Really appreciate it.

@staceykersting705

3 жыл бұрын

In my neighborhood, u sure wdn't advertise your name on a bag or clothing. Too easy for ppl. to pretend they know u. All kinds of hustles goin' down. I'd print ,"Nuthin' but veggies " on mine! Lol! For sure don't give these to kids. Don't give anyone an opportunity to get too familiar with them. Blessings and a safe holiday to all.

@goldengryphon

3 жыл бұрын

@@staceykersting705 Great point! I grew up being careful like that. You learn how to walk so you don't look like a 'mark'. Makes for an different and more aware attitude as an adult. "Nothin' But Veggies" would be cute on a tote. Or "Library Books", or "Homework". Really, any kind of "honesty in packaging", as my Mom would say.

love the 20212 jar idea, awesome. Judy

I love that you give measurements on your cricut. The tote was so cute, loved the infinity scarf, soap is smart idea, but messy. Love the mugs. I'm not a teacher anymore but I still want one. With the chocolate balls you can add marshmallows instead of candy, and have real hot chocolate bombs. I love your memory items you do too.

You are celebrating SO EARLY, I do not judge honestly I have so much respect for you because I already have a mini Christmas tree XD

@suet.r.4815

3 жыл бұрын

:) Gift making has to start now, if not sooner.

I laughed first but then decided you could go to the Derby with head piece. Love it!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

It's silly and fabulous all at the same time! LOL.

You are the sweetest person, and I just love your DIYs. Thank you for treating us to these fantastic gift ideas, I just love them!!!!

I would love the tote. Its simple and i love love love reusable tote bags

I will love to be your neighbor, that way we can have fresh bread and coffee together! Great ideas! Thank you!

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great! How fun would that be?!

@tammymalloy2144

3 жыл бұрын

I will live on the other side of you😂

@susanamarquez8333

3 жыл бұрын

@@tammymalloy2144 Yes!!! 💗💗

Fun fact, the meaning of your nickname, which is "Natal", is "Christmas" in Bahasa Indonesia.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 love it!

@Smilebefine

3 жыл бұрын

That's so good👍❤️

@jaxxon9

3 жыл бұрын

We chose the name, Natalie Jane, for our daughter, because she was "expected" on Christmas. She was born on January 6, which is the Feast of the Three Kings/Epiphany...close enough!

Girl... I simply love your ideas and your channel. You are the best!

Great episode. the Bread and the hot chocolate/engraved glass I love it....great job...thank you

I would love to receive any or all of these they are beautiful and delicious as usual they look store bought.

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them Robin!

I am so inspired. Due to health issues for my sister, I am interested in homemade bread baking and this video gives me hope!

I really liked No. 9, the Happy Memory Jar!

@franhunne8929

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, I see, it was No. 8 ... sorry

I absolutely loved the memory jars! It reminded me of the song,,, Count your blessings name them one by one and it will surprise you what the Lord has done!

What an amazing collection of beautiful homemade gifts. They’re all so lovely but I think my favourite might be the bowl cover. Practical, good for the environment and super cute! The poinsettia in your hair made me laugh. Thank you 😊

I’m a teacher and I would love to get a personalized gift for Christmas.

@justchillin2844

3 жыл бұрын

No mugs right 🙄🙄

@greenlimabean

3 жыл бұрын

Not me. Dont put my name on stuff. Teachers want money or gift cards

I really like the peppermint soap ideas!😻

I learned last year that you can grow loofahs... yup.. grew them here in Maine!!!!! Coolest thing ever! Of course because I'm in Maine, I had to start the seeds in February!

Hi NataLee, As a, " special needs " teacher I would love to receive that mug. Love them all my friend, stay safe my friend xo

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for working with those awesome kids! It was a profession I seriously considered back in the day. 😊💕

Oh my goodness I saw them Irish cups at Dollar Tree yesterday for the first time and I bought several of them and I said oh my goodness I got can itching cream at home and I'm going to etch initials in it of the family members last name and give them all a set good minds think alike

@designedtothenines

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! How cool is that? It's probably because we're cousins somehow...

@deborahquick441

3 жыл бұрын

@@designedtothenines what part of the country is your family from the quick I'm not a quick I married a quick 43 years ago can I have quick children

I love the monogrammed/ personalized cutting board. It would be super cute for Christmas appetizers.

I love the scarf and bag .❤❤❤

Teachers love ❤️❤️❤️gift cards. Think of the amount of kids n years they taught. --How many ornaments mugs etc etc. can they use? Lol.

@patriciagqrdunovba8156

3 жыл бұрын

All your ideas are awesome, especially your chocolate bombs!