DIY Christmas Gift Ideas
Let’s unwrap the joy of gifting with a personal touch! Don’t get bogged down shopping in crowded malls and risk overspending. Instead, create unique DIY Christmas gifts that stand out and are more memorable. Whether you are a craft savant or looking for a heartfelt homemade gift, check out these easy, affordable gift ideas perfect for the people in your life.
‘Tis the season for sweet treats and warm drinks. Good food and drinks bring friends and families together and make a great gift. “The way to a person’s heart is through their stomach” is a saying for a reason! Gift the foodie in your life one of these kitchen-themed presents:
- Homemade hot cocoa mix in a jar
- Festive sugar cookies
- DIY spice blend kits
- Homemade craft beer
- Caramel popcorn
Do up your kitchen-themed gift with festive packaging like metal tins, mason jars, punny, printable labels, and ribbon.
Do you know someone who wears layers all year-round or loves to curl up with a blanket on the couch? Consider a cozy craft present for them!
- No-sew blankets – Knotted blankets are simple to make and only require scissors.
- Knitted or crocheted sweaters or hats – You can learn a new skill and find plenty of free patterns online. You just need yarn and needles/hooks!
Coziness doesn’t stop at fluffy blankets and plush sweaters. You can also DIY bath bombs or handmade candles. Or, a mason jar potpourri can get the whole house smelling festive and cozy.
Nothing is more sentimental than a personalized gift that has been monogrammed, a display of photos, or anything else that focuses on the person you are giving the present to.
- Custom photo project like a scrapbook, magnets, ornaments, calendar, photo puzzle, etc.
- Personalized recipe book that holds all the family secrets
- Monogrammed wall art, cups, bags, etc.
For the person who has everything, get them a gift that is all about them!
Kids can be difficult to shop for, so let’s make something for them instead! Here are some DIY ideas for the kiddos in your life:
- DIY dollhouse
- Slime kit
- Lego organizer
- Homemade Play-Doh
- Play tent
Do you have someone who is itching to get outside? For the nature lover, backyard enthusiast, or anyone who enjoys the fresh air, there’s a DIY gift for them.
- Personalized planters – Paint or stencil terra cotta pots
- Handmade bird feeders
- DIY fire pit starter kit
- Painted garden stones
With the holiday season fast approaching, skip the malls and stores and find a way to get crafty with one of these DIY gift ideas.