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Homemade Gift Ideas: 9 Last-Second DIY Gifts (PHOTOS)

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No matter how well-prepared we think we are, it's inevitable that we wake up two days before the holiday with barely any gifts wrapped and ready to go! And, we know we can't be the only ones. If your also in a bit of bind, check out these amazing last-second gift ideas. They're all incredibly easy to make, but also incredibly awesome to receive. Click through the slideshow to see for yourself!

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These stunning votives were inspired by the cup a painter used to clean her brushes. All you need to do is swish watery paint on the inside of clear glass, but for complete instructions, visit Once Wed.

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12:45 PM on 12/24/2011
Some of these are actually halfway okay.
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Yeah. I was pleasantly surprised, too. ;)
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10:25 AM on 12/24/2011
I n my experience, last minute homemade gifts usually look like......last minute homemade gifts.
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I can give "celebrities"? I think that's what they are. I don't recognize anyone though...
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Your slideshow isn't of homemade gifts. It's fashion pictures.
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