By CATHIE FILIAN and STEVE PIACENZA, DIY Network

Handmade soaps are the perfect little holiday gift. They are so simple to make, and with the countless combinations of scents, colors and additives that give handmade glycerin soaps a unique personal style, you will be hooked on this easy craft.

Creating elegant candles is easier than it looks. The rich texture and patterns are created with rubber stamps, embossing powders and a little tissue paper. Candles are perfect for gift giving this holiday season or simply to decorate your own home.Supplies:Light colored pillar candleWhite tissue paperScissors Rubber stampInk pad - black

Here a few of our favorite recipes that will kick-start your next football party.HERB ROASTED NUTS1 cup each pecan halves, walnuts, cashews and almonds1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh rosemary1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 tablespoons brown sugar2 teaspoons sea salt

Taking a cue from seashell art or sailors' Valentine art, we decided to revamp and re-craft some old frames with mother-of-pearl buttons and a clay pot with rich pink and red buttons. The pearl buttons create a "beachy" look that is soothing and pretty with a modern twist. The red buttons add a pop of color to a plain clay pot.

Indian paper poms with potpourri and spices are a great way to add a little exotic scent to any room or outdoor area. The poms are designed to hang above doorways, opened windows or from shepherd's hooks where a gentle breeze will activate the spices and fill the area with warm and rich scents.

Add some sweet flavor to your next party with this unique cookie treat that is sure to impress. The bouquets are easy to make and can be customized for any occasion. Kids love cookie bouquets at birthday parties and parents love the "no mess" serving of cookies. If you want to say thanks, a special hello, bon voyage or get well, bake up a bouquet of cookies.

Creating recycled gift wrap is really taking trash and creating a treasure. It is not only great for the planet, but it is also good for your wallet. With the prices of designer gift wrap, you could easily spend $10 just to wrap a small gift. For just a few pennies you can get creative and craft your own gift bags, boxes and paper-flower bows.

Silhouettes were all the rage in the early 1800s and by the looks of pop culture today they are back and in big business. Apple featured silhouetted hipsters grooving to their iPods.