80 DIY Homemade Christmas Gifts - Easy Craft Ideas for Christmas

2022-10-09 20:29:27 By : Mr. Jason Tse

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These treasures are made to be cherished. ❤️

It doesn't matter if you're crafty or not—you know how special a DIY Christmas gift can be. Taking the time and effort to make something for friends and family is basically a gift in and of itself! But that still requires coming up with ideas for homemade gifts, which can be quite a struggle. That's why we've rounded up the best DIY Christmas gifts, including ideas that are great DIY gifts for Mom, gifts for sisters, and gifts for, well...anyone (there's even a gift for cats!). Make your grandma a family photo quilt, or your bestie a funky knot necklace—they'll cherish them forever. Are you more of a baker? DIY edible Christmas gifts are always a hit! No surprise here, but Ree Drummond is a huge fan of this approach. "I love edible gifts!" she says. "I usually make a few batches of cinnamon rolls or lasagna in disposable tins and deliver them to friends."

Well, Ree—and you!–are both in luck: Our homemade Christmas food gift ideas include pancake and hot cocoa mixes, perfect for any sugar fiends in your life...and if you're still scratching your head on gifts for Dad, go ahead and check out the DIY beer caddy or custom map coasters we've compiled here. Truthfully, whatever you whip up by hand is bound to make their day!

A homemade gift basket is always a joy to unwrap—look at all those goodies! This one is designed for winter relaxation and features candles, a throw, and a bottle of bubbly.

Get the tutorial at Homemade by Carmona.

Chances are you have a few extra Christmas cookie cutters lying around. Connect them in a circle using red ribbon and add evergreen sprigs to match the season!

Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.

Hello, interior design! This cute sign looks like something out of a catalog, but you can make it yourself at home.

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.

Everyone can use a new tote! Whether it's for the beach, the supermarket, or just going about town, they'll love to have a bag that is personalized for them.

Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.

A set of these glass ornaments is a gift that keeps giving! Fill a handful of orbs with bath salts, hot chocolate mix, sprinkles, and more. You can also create a set with goodies that go together, like baking ingredients!

Get the tutorial at Inspired by Charm.

Moms, dads, grandparents, and children will love to curl up in a quilt made up of their favorite people. Talk about heirloom quality!

Get the tutorial at Polkadot Chair.

Potpourri is a Christmas classic and fills homes with the scents of the season. Make your own at home, and download this printable tag to make the gift extra special.

Get the tutorial at Somewhat Simple.

Any little kid in your life will be excited to cuddle their new plush friend. They'll treasure it for so much longer knowing you made this strawberry girl just for them.

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.

Not only will they love the pretty gift box, but also the present inside! This bead pendant design is super customizable—mix and match beads of any shape and choose the recipient's favorite colors.

Get the tutorial at Lovely Indeed.

Cat parents love their cats. So a present for their furry friend is really a gift for them! They'll have a blast watching their kitties play with these adorable felt "gift-wrapped" catnip boxes.

Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.

Love to paint? Then this is the DIY for you. It's one-part weekend activity for you, one-part magical gift for them!

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

Bet you've never seen a wine bottle as cute as this! Pick up a bottle of their favorite red, then dress it up with one of these "wine bottle sweaters" for the most adorable finishing touch.

Get the tutorial at That's What Che Said.

The name of this gift will be cute enough to win them over—but just wait until they realize what it is. Useful and beautiful all at once, this one's a guaranteed winner.

Get the tutorial at Thirsty for Tea.

What avid reader wouldn't appreciate a brand-new pair of bookends? Made of concrete casts, these colorful accessories will look lovely in any home library.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.

Here's a gift everyone in the family can enjoy. Fill the pages however you'd like: You could choose from pictures taken over the past year, or you could even have a photoshoot specifically for the calendar.

Get the tutorial at It's Always Autumn.

With just four ingredients, this minty scrub is perfect for holiday gifting. It looks like Christmas and smells like it too!

Get the tutorial at Love Grows Wild.

You can churn out a whole batch of these mugs as easy Christmas gifts for friends and family.

Get the tutorial at House of Hipsters.

Gift your favorite home chef an adorable set of wooden utensils that have a colorful personal touch.

Get the tutorial at Lydi Out Loud.

Turn beautiful decorative knobs into cute wine stoppers. Gift them with one of the best wines to pair with a holiday dinner.

Get the tutorial at Crafts Unleashed.

Does your friend love to stand out? Give them this bright, cheery scarf with DIY pom-poms—it'll fit right in with the rest of their wardrobe!

Get the tutorial at Aww Sam.

If you know someone who's a teacher, make them this fun travel mug inspired by a composition notebook.

Get the tutorial at Dream a Little Bigger.

These pretty-in-pink sweaters are perfect for your best friend and their child so they can match on Christmas Day.

Get the tutorial at Sarah Hearts.

If you're in need of gifts for teen boys or girls, get crafty by building them this gorgeous basketball hoop.

Get the tutorial at Home Made by Carmona.

Here's a gift that both your favorite fur parent and their pup will enjoy. The little paw prints are so charming!

Get the tutorial at Mason Jar Crafts.

The only thing better than receiving an adorable cookie jar for Christmas is getting one that's filled with tons of goodies!

Get the tutorial at A Night Owl Blog.

Home cooks will love this DIY tablet holder. They can keep the recipe in view without getting their gadget messy!

Get the tutorial at Love Grows Wild.

These cute felt trivets are great for anyone who loves to entertain. They're easy to sew and will look amazing on the table.

Get the tutorial at Lia Griffith.

Using your Cricut machine, create cool designs on geometric trays. They can hold jewelry, keys, or other small items your giftee always loses.

Get the tutorial at Toolbox Divas.

Go for a modern look with this stylish jewelry display that's totally customizable. The marble is actually made of resin.

Get the tutorial at Sustain My Craft Habit.

These are so clever! Make these lip balm lockets in bulk, and pass them out to your neighbors and friends.

Get the tutorial at A Beautiful Mess.