Homemade Gifts from the Kitchen is your heartfelt guide to creating edible gifts that go far beyond store-bought. Packed with over 60 comforting recipes—from rustic breads and cozy soups to festive cakes, cookies, and drink mixes—this book helps you turn simple ingredients into meaningful gifts for every season and occasion.

Whether you’re looking to support a friend through a hard time, offer a warm welcome to a new neighbor, or simply surprise a loved one “just because,” you’ll find recipes that speak love in every bite.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • Nourishing breads like Cardamom Twist and Cinnamon Swirl Raisin Bread
  • Cozy comfort foods including Chicken & Rice Casserole and Mac & Cheese
  • Sweet delights from Peanut Butter Cupcakes to Ginger Creams
  • Creative packaging ideas and tips for thoughtful presentation
  • Simple, do-able recipes made with real ingredients and a whole lot of love

Homemade Gifts from the Kitchen invites you to slow down, savor the seasons, and give from the heart—one lovingly wrapped treat at a time.

Make it meaningful. Make it homemade. Download your copy today for $10.97

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A photo of Kathie Lapcevic standing next to a tree.

About the Author – Kathie N. Lapcevic

Kathie has been an active practitioner of voluntary simplicity for over 25 years. She chose a simple path in life, which naturally led to living a seasonal lifestyle. As such, she greatly enjoys teaching others the joys of a simple, seasonal lifestyle.

Learning how to cook and preserve food from her grandmothers encouraged Kathie to do the same in her own life. Now, she is passionate about guiding people through simple, realistic techniques & recipes to cook and bake from scratch at home.

In the most recent years, Kathie’s love of gardening and plants led her to learn about safe foraging and home herbalism. She uses her knowledge of plants to help folks connect with the earth and seek better health for both themselves and family alike.

Kathie is a nationally published writer and the founder behind Homespun Seasonal Living, a blog dedicated to inspiring naturally simple lifestyles.