This week on the Girl Camper Podcast, Janine shares five heartfelt, handmade holiday gifts that are perfect for your camping friends, RV neighbors, or anyone who loves cozy, creative surprises. These DIY projects are budget-friendly, easy to make, and filled with the kind of meaning you just can’t buy in a store.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to make:

• Paper-bag fire starter roses that look beautiful and light your campfire with ease

• A charming battery-powered thermos lamp made from a vintage jug or tin

• A fragrant simmering potpourri jar layered with dried oranges, cloves, star anise, and apples

• A shelf-stable soup mix in a jar using dehydrated veggies and quick-cook pasta

• Whimsical origami string-light cubes, soothing to fold and stunning when illuminated

Janine walks you step-by-step through each gift, sharing clever tips, cost-saving ideas, and why these projects have become beloved favorites in the Girl Camper community. Whether you're crafting for friends or looking for something thoughtful to tuck into your own camper this season, you’ll find a gift here that’s sure to delight.

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AMAZON SUPPLY LIST

Extra Large Double Sided Tape

Origami Paper

Freeze-Dried Mixed Vegetables

Battery Operated Wireless LED Light Bulb

Lamp Shade Light Bulb Clip Adapter

Dried Blood Orange Slices

Whole Cloves

Star Anise

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