Homemade Christmas Gifts: 48 Easy DIY Gift Ideas
A handmade gift is always special, and it can save you a good deal of money at Christmas too. People notice the time and effort that goes into something homemade, and there is a lot you can make with very little experience. This guide gathers 48 easy homemade Christmas gifts: bath and body gifts, food gifts and sweet treats, crochet and sewn gifts, gifts to make for kids, and gifts in a jar. Our own tutorials come first in each section, and every other idea links to the person who made it, so you can follow the full instructions.
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- Easy to make homemade Christmas gifts
- Homemade Christmas food gifts
- Delicious end of year sweet treats
- Quick crochet and sewn gifts
- Homemade Christmas gifts to make for kids
- More affordable gifts for kids
- Gifts in a jar and gift tags
- Teacher gifts
Easy to make homemade Christmas gifts
These are good gifts for family and friends, and most can be made over a weekend. Soap, candles and bath soaks can be made in a batch if you have a long list to get through.
Lavender & Oat Bath Soak
This bath soak is very easy to make and just the encouragement your mother, sister or friend needs to have a relaxing bath. It uses lavender, oats, baking soda and lavender essential oil, ingredients you may already have at home. Full tutorial →
DIY Keychains
A keychain is something that everyone can use, which makes it a gift for almost anybody. We have found 12 styles that are fairly simple and fun to make, from polymer clay to paracord. See all 12 →
Earphone Holder
This earphone holder has been made from an old mint container, so not only are you making something super cute but you are helping to reduce waste. The perfect Christmas gift for anyone who loves music. Visit Make It- Love It to get the full tutorial.
Easy Photo Candle
A personalised candle is certain to brighten anyone’s day. These candles use the packing tape transfer method to transfer the image onto a candle. Visit It’s Always Autumn to find out more.
Apple Pie Soap
Soap is a great homemade gift idea and we love the look of this apple pie soap. Get the recipe and printable label from Happiness Is Homemade. See our other favourite homemade soap ideas here.
DIY Shaving Cream & Beard Oil
Ditch the beer or socks and opt for this awesome homemade shaving cream and beard oil gift for the man in your life. Get the recipe at Resliced By Jordan.
Reindeer Beer
Transform a 6 pack into 6 festive reindeer. The perfect gift for someone who has everything and loves beer (or any other bottled drink). Source found at House Of Hawthornes.
DIY Farmhouse Cutting Board
Beautiful and something that everyone needs. Cutting boards can be SO expensive to buy and they are so much nicer when they have been made especially for you! Find out how to make a cutting board like this one at Livin’ Real With Larissa. More cutting board ideas are in our 7 DIY cutting boards post.
Macrame Hanging Vase
Practise your macrame skills while making this stylish hanging vase. There is no need to spend loads on macrame items when they are easy to learn to make! Find the tutorial in our macrame crafts post →
Homemade Christmas food gifts
Food gifts are perfect for friends, neighbours and teachers, or to have on hand for unexpected visitors. They are easy to make, look great and of course taste fantastic.
Slow Cooker Fudge
This fudge is almost foolproof and tastes amazing! It is made from a base of just 4 ingredients and the flavours can easily be modified, which makes it a fudge recipe that will appeal to many. Full tutorial →
Strawberry Jam
People love jam and, for some reason, everyone thinks making it is really hard. It is a cheap, impressive gift, and our infographic takes you through making strawberry jam in six easy steps. Full tutorial →
Melted Snowman Chocolate Bark
This melted snowman chocolate bark is beyond adorable. All chocolate lovers will enjoy this gift! Get the recipe at Princess Pinky Girl.
Chocolate Caramel Fudge
It can’t get much better than fudge and this caramel chocolate one is a favourite. See our 5 fabulous fudge recipes →
Delicious end of year sweet treats
Great for the teacher, for gifts or to bring to that end of year party. These sweet treats will be seriously hard to resist.
Homemade Peanut Brittle
Peanut brittle is a traditional candy which is great year round and perfect for gifting. Check out the recipe at Cincy Shopper.
Chocolate Caramel Marshmallows
Chocolate caramel marshmallows won’t last long! This sweet treat is impressive but very simple to make. Find the recipe at Domestically Blissful.
Easy Homemade Toffee
The hardest part with this toffee is waiting for it to cool! Almonds, chocolate, pecans, and toffee, yum! Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.
Caramel Apple Pie Fudge
Caramel apples meet apple pie for this delicious sweet treat. Get the recipe at Bellyfull.
Shaggy Dog Candy
Marshmallows are mixed into a super delicious chocolate mixture before being rolled in coconut. This treat will quickly get gobbled up. Get the recipe at Taste And Tell.
Mint Chocolate Chip Truffles
Wrapped up in cellophane these mint chocolate chip truffles make a lovely gift. Minty and chocolatey, a true delight. Find the recipe at Shugary Sweets.
Turtle Candy
Crunchy pecans, chewy caramel, and chocolate that melts in your mouth. These chocolate turtles will impress at your next gathering. Get the recipe at Lil’ Luna.
Quick crochet and sewn gifts
There are no socks here, only gifts that people will love. These crochet patterns are quick to make and simple enough for beginners, and the sewn gifts suit a beginner sewer too.
Beginner Crochet Patterns
If you have just learned the art of crochet, our roundup of 8 simple beginner crochet patterns is full of quick projects that also make great gifts. See the 8 patterns →
Crochet Reindeer Hat
Really, there can not be a more adorable Christmas gift than this crochet reindeer hat! Find the free pattern at Repeat Crafter Me.
Farm House Washcloth
This washcloth is beautiful and reusable! They are great for cleaning the house or in the bath/shower. Get the free pattern at Mama In A Stitch.
Crochet Cat Hat
Any cat lover will love this cat hat! It is super cute and super easy to make. Get the free pattern at Persialou.
Crochet Hanging Planter
This ultra trendy crochet hanging planter is sure to add style to the giftee’s house. Find out more at The Merry Thought.
Chunky Crochet Blanket
If you love crocheting then delight friends and family and make them their own chunky crochet blanket. Head over to Homelea Lass to find the free pattern.
Pineapple Oven Mitts
All cooking lovers will be happy to receive a set of pineapple oven mitts. Get the pattern at A Beautiful Mess.
Heart Hair Clips
These lovely heart hair clips make the perfect stocking stuffer for any little girl. Head over to Stitched By Crystal to get the tutorial.
Affordable homemade Christmas gifts to make for kids
Christmas does not need to cost lots of money when you can make some of these fabulous affordable homemade gifts for kids. From felt play mats to soft toys and a dragon cape, there is something here for kids both young and old.
DIY Monster Felt Play Mat
This DIY monster felt play mat is such a quick and simple gift to put together that is also so much fun for kids of all ages to play with. Use the monster shapes to build all sorts of different funny and cute monsters. Full tutorial →
Car Playmat
Car play mats can be expensive, and they are usually small and generic. Make your own DIY no-sew car play mat out of felt with these cute ideas. Find out more over at Saving Talents.
DIY Wooden Shape Puzzles
Why buy your toddler a puzzle when you can create your own wooden shape puzzles? These puzzles make a fun educational gift for toddlers that they will love doing over and over again. Head over to In The Playroom to find out more.
Homemade Dragon Cape
Kids will have so much fun and fire up their imagination with their very own homemade dragon cape. A fantastic gift for all kids who love dragons. In The Playroom has all the details you need to make your own cape.
Easy DIY Crochet Cat
Cat lovers of all ages will adore this crochet cat. This is a free pattern from Red Ted Art that will step you through all of the stages so you can create your own adorable kitty to gift this Christmas.
Bunny Softie
Another amazing pattern from Red Ted Art, this time a bunny rabbit! Totally lovable and very easy to sew, this toy is sure to be popular.
Modern DIY Beach Dollhouse from Scrap Wood
For the coolest beach dolls house in town, it is hard to go past this one! This is a simple design that you can make with minimal woodwork experience. There is a small charge to get a copy of the plans from Barley And Birch, but it is worth it to see that big smile on your child’s face.
Teddy Bear Sleeping Bag
This 10-minute teddy bear sleeping bag is perfect for all kids that love playing with soft toys and dolls. A simple sewing tutorial by Gluesticks that you can make in next to no time.
Gingerbread House Decorating Toy
This takes the ever-fun felt play mat to a whole other level of amazing! An adorable gingerbread house complete with a whole lot of felt pieces to be used to decorate it. When finished simply pack the pieces away into the house ready for next time. Tikkido has all of the instructions that you need.
More affordable gifts for kids
Smaller gifts that are quick to make, plus a few treats. Looking for hot cocoa gift bags? Our teacher gift guide has the Rudolph hot cocoa gift to pair with the Santa version below.
Paint Brush Case
This paint brush case is the perfect gift for older children who love to paint. It is a simple sewing project that can be customised by using different fabrics to give it an entirely different look. Learn how to make it over at Beginner Sewing Projects.
Hidden Zipper Scrunchie
How cool is this scrunchie? It has its own hidden pocket, perfect for storing money and other small items when you do not have pockets and need someplace secure. Happiest Camper has all the details that you need.
Elephant I Spy Bag
Keep young children busy with this elephant dry-erase i-spy bag. This is the perfect gift to keep kids busy in the car and it is even great to keep them entertained while eating out. Find out more over at Gluesticks.
Christmas Candy Sleighs
Kids and adults of all ages will love receiving their own Christmas candy sleigh. They are fun to make and are the perfect sweet treat for candy lovers. Head over to Thoughtful Gift Club to find out more.
No-Sew Gnome
You can make these adorable gnomes without any sewing skills! Made from a sock and lots of glue, this homemade gift really couldn’t get any easier. Visit Parties With A Cause to learn how to make a no-sew gnome.
Santa Hot Cocoa Bags
Rudolph’s friend Santa is here with this yummy version of a hot cocoa bag. This is a yummy treat that kids are sure to love. Head over to More With Less Today to find out more.
Gifts in a jar and gift tags
Mason jars filled with treats are a great choice for anyone on a budget who wants a quick gift, and a handmade tag finishes the job.
DIY Reindeer Christmas Mason Jars
This food gift is all about the reindeer mason jar! The chocolates used work perfectly but you could fill these beauties with any food, or with our lavender bath soak. Full tutorial →
Washi Tape Christmas Tree Gift Tags
Needing gift tags in a hurry? These tags can be put together in a matter of minutes, are made from an old breakfast cereal box and come with a free printable. Full tutorial →
Cookies In A Jar
Cookies in a jar always look fantastic! All you need to do is layer dry cookie ingredients in a jar and print out the directions on how to make the cookies to decorate the jar with. We think chocolate peppermint cookies look amazing. Find the directions at Crazy Little Projects.
Elf Mason Jar
Mason jars filled with treats are a great gift choice for anyone on a budget who wants a quick gift option. Polka Dot Chair also has options for a snowman and reindeer mason treat jar.
Succulent In A Jar
This succulent in a jar is adorable and is a quick and easy gift to make for a friend, teacher, neighbour or pretty much anyone else you can think of! Get the full tutorial at Tatertots And Jello.
Teacher gifts
Looking for something for a teacher? Our guide to DIY Christmas teacher gifts has more than 40 ideas, many of which kids can help to make.
More Christmas guides
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