IMBO Magazine Issue 32 | Page 132

BOOKS D o i t yo u r s e l f christmas T he festive season has begun and unless you enjoy spending lots of hours at stores, trying to figure out what gifts to buy, I suggest you don’t overlook this book. Take some time to yourself, sit down and go through Mabel van Niekerk‘s Homemade Gifts – you’d be surprised at how it helps spark other DIY ideas hovering in your genius brain. The refreshing thing about this book is the variety. It covers everything from making bracelets, fantasy boxes for kids, promise cards, blankets, confectionery, wall hangings, cushion covers and Christmas baubles. Personally, I enjoy the fact that the instructions are easy to follow and almost just as easy to implement – plus it includes reference pictures to guide you with your projects. If you’re anything l