Easy DIY Christmas gifts
There’s something extra-special about giving a gift that you’ve made with your won hands. It really is a personal touch. Whether you’re the crafty-type or not, we’ve gathered some easy do-it-yourself homemade gifts for you to give a bash.

Braai Rub (large batch)
Makes 1 1/3 cups
Total time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup paprika
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons dried oregano
- 3 tablespoons ground coffee
- 4 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoons black pepper
Directions
- Combine the ingredients and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Decorate a glass bottle.
- Instructions to include with your gift: Up to 2 hours before cooking, coat 2 pounds of chicken, beef, pork, or seafood with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with 2 to 4 tablespoons of the rub. Cook as desired.
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