If you’re looking for a Christmas holiday that focuses more on meaning and less on spending money, I’m with you. A great way to accomplish this is to turn to DIY Christmas gifts instead of spending money on whatever the latest trends are. Not only are DIY gifts more personal to the recipient, but they also allow the gift giver to share their talents. However, coming up with a DIY Christmas gift can be daunting. I mean, the options are seemingly endless, right?! That’s why we decided to collect some fun and easy ideas to help inspire you. All of these DIY Christmas gift ideas are easy for any beginner crafter, and each one will look gorgeous under the tree. Try one of these tutorials for some (or Everyone!) you love!
Quilled paper picture frame
First, we have a gorgeous quilled paper picture frame.BHG.’ It’s a very simple craft, but it looks like it belongs on a queen’s nightstand.
Frame tablet stand
This tablet stand would be perfect for the kitchen cook! This morning I tried Facetime while baking… no easy feat! The project was also originally from BHG, but since the tutorial is no longer up, we found some Think more For you!
DIY Cinnamon Wrapped Candles
These DIY vanilla cinnamon candles are from Eileenyes missyAwesome look, and a must smell of fun! And who doesn’t love candles? We have more DIY candle holder ideasBut!
Hand painted cork coasters
These colorful DIY cork coasters are a quick last-minute gift that can be personalized, so it doesn’t really feel last-minute! All you need is tape and letter stickers or stencils and paint! From there, this is incredibly easy to make. However, the tutorial for this is no longer on the Martha Stewart site. But don’t worry, here are some more DIY Coaster Gift Ideas!
Golden paper mache bowls
I would love to get these DIY gold leaf paper mache bowls- so cute! The balls by Susquehanna style So cute and I love the white and gold combo, but you can always change it up to use any additional colors you like!
DIY Cement Votives
from Liz’say yes‘ made these DIY lace cement votives that would look ‘Anthropologie’ tucked into a beautiful gift box. And they’ve got a great tutorial for you to follow!
Handmade soap bars
‘Garden Therapy‘ (Thanks Stephanie for another great project!) teaches us how to make DIY natural soap… a little tissue paper, a cute little box, and this handmade gift becomes a luxurious gift for the home! Can’t you smell this?
Pantone chip magnet
Um, I want this. From this Pantone Chip MagnetHow about oranges‘ is the pop of color every DIY decorator wants! All you need is paint chips, glue, and magnets to complete this easy project! They look shiny, almost like they are ceramic, which I love!
Chocolate mixing spoon
I’ve seen similar ideas before, but I love that this one uses vintage spoons- what a great way to make them a little extra special! Just go to your local thrift store and make something unique that they will actually use. This will make great Stocking stuffersBut!
DIY knot pillow
Choose their favorite color (or a color that goes with their outfit) and create Trendy knot pillow They will love to display it on their sofa. This is a fun and easy craft that you can do for your own DIY decor too!
Succulent garden bowl
Got a plant loving friend? Impress them with your own green thumb and make a beautiful succulent bowl to gift them! Find the tutorial at “Driven by charm” Then check out more gifts for gardeners on our sister site, Garden glove!
No-sew rope coil basket
This cute DIY basket is perfect not only as a gift, but also for a DIY gift bag! What a great way to give something practical. These also look super similar to these cute baskets at Target!
DIY at-home spa supplies
Last but not least, go to our posts on how to make DIY lip scrub or a DIY bath bombs And put together some home spa kits for your friends! Maybe you can even plan to have a little girls night to treat yourself DIY hair mask But!
Have you picked up one of these DIY handmade Christmas gifts for someone you care about? (Or, maybe yourself? :)) Check out our post on Gorgeous DIY Christmas ornaments And DIY Snow Globes (These make great gifts too!) And also DIY holiday plant gifts On TGG!
Image Credits: Kelly Murray, BHG, yes missy, Martha, say yes, Garden Therapy, How about oranges?
