Remember when you were a kid and that crappy adorable card you’d make your parents for whatever gift giving holiday was enough? It had sentimental value and it taught us at such a young age that it really is the thought that counts. Flash forward 20-some years and you realize that illusion has been shattered, but sadly your resources are still that of a five-year-old. Have no fear! Thanks to StumbleUpon, we’ve found 25 handmade gifts for under $5 from blog The 36th Avenue that are a big step up from any jewelry produced with paste and dried pasta. Check out the list and all the tutorials from the website here and be prepared to be amazed. From Quick Bread in a Bottle (pictured) to a set of jersey knit bracelets all the way to tea cup candles, these ideas will save you time and cash when picking out the perfect gift.

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