But all is not lost cause this is where we fit in, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most unique, creative and interesting DIY Christmas gifts that you are sure to love and so will your family and friends. There are ideas for him, her, mom or dad even something you could share with your neighbor – really cute handmade gift ideas.
And the best part is that they are inexpensive and easy to make but look like they are expensive. So not only are they of quality but they save you money too – just take a look at these amazing projects below!
Bottled Nebula
Make these bottled nebula in tiny cork screw bottles and transform them into necklaces. We love this idea not just because it’s so beautiful and so easy to do but also cause it’s the perfect Christmas gift, that you could also make not just for Christmas but also to sell. It’s really a win win situation so warm someone’s heart with this handmade Christmas gift that is surely going to be appreciated. Full tutorial at omghow
Hershey’s Christmas Kisses
This a beautiful Hershey kisses Christmas themed mason jar gift that we simply adore. Fill the jar with Hershey kisses and thrown on a ribbon and a candy cane to complete the look. For the icing on top, this project can also work as a Christmas decor. Project credit and further instructions at Lilluna
Christmas Light Treat Boxes
Craft Christmas lights out of paper and add all sorts of treats inside for example M & M’s would be well received. This idea would work well for a teacher looking for an easy and fun gift to give her students or anyone looking for creative gifts for kids. Since this project is quite simple the kids can join in the fun. Full instructions at tatertotsandjello
Wood Art Slice Ornaments
We love these wood slices, they are so creative. Using some glue and glitter you too can make your own wood art slice, it’s actually perfectly suited to be a handmade Christmas gift because you can easily add a personalized message or name of the person you would like to hand this gift to. It’s a really unique way to use wood pieces plus we like the whole upcycle idea. Full tutorial at 100directions
Easy Crystal Earrings
For those of us who always seem to be scrambling about for a gift at the last moment, this is the perfect project for you. If you’re looking for DIY Christmas gifts that take only minutes, expensive looking and still provide a personal feel then these crystal earrings are what you are looking for. Full tutorial at 30minutecrafts
Super Hero Mason Jar
Another great idea fro kids not only is this really cool but it also teaches the kids a valuable lesson about saving money and responsibilities. Although the above project is for boys, you can easily put a spin to this so it also fits girls for example instead of batman you could have Cinderella. Full tutorial at firefliesandmudpies
Wood Bead Necklace
Necklaces are always a good gift to give someone cause every time they were it, it will remind them of you. Know someone that likes to make a fashion statement? then you should get them this clever wood bead necklace. You can paint them in the favorite colors of the person you intend to give this to. Full tutorial at Handmademood
Wooden SmartPhone Speaker
This is perfect for the man in your life, his going to love this. It’s an smart idea that also saves you money instead of buying a brand new speaker which could get quite costly, you could just build him a personal speaker which is surprisingly simple to do. A great solution for all smart phones that does well as a Christmas present. Full tutorial at makeit-loveit
Peppermint Bath Salts
This Christmas gift idea will work best as a gift for friends or co-workers but anyone will appreciate this thoughtful gift. A combination of Epsom salt, sea salt and baking soda – then you add peppermint extract and you will have yourself a beautiful bath salt gift. Full tutorial at apumpkinandaprincess
Fork Ring
This is really a unique Christmas gift idea and puts an interesting spin on the use of cutlery as we know it. By cutting off the head of a fork you could transform it into a one of a kind ring! so if you have old cutlery laying around put them to good use and if not you could get some for cheap at a second hand store. Full tutorial at Throughthefrontdoor
Mason Jar Cocktail
For those who like their drink, after all the holidays are really a time to celebrate. These mason jar cocktails make an inexpensive gift that anyone can do, it can also work for weddings if you personalize the jars for each groomsmen or bridesmaid – so what are you waiting for? get the party started this Christmas! Full tutorial at Somethingturquoise
Santa Hat
Filled with M & M’s this a homemade Christmas gift that the kids will love especially when it captures the Christmas theme so well. Full tutorial at alittleloveliness.blogspot
Manicure Kit
Save money and time with this DIY manicure kit, if you’re looking for a DIY Christmas gift for her then this is it. The clear box allows you to see what’s inside so know exactly what your getting. These would be perfect to hand out as party favors or even just as a “thank you” and of-course you can always change the contents to fit whatever theme or event you like. Full tutorial at blog.consumercrafts
Rudolph Hershey Bar
Quick, fun and adorable project. Kid friendly idea all you have to do is wrap Hershey bars in Rudolph covers. Full tutorial at Splitcoaststampers
Homemade Soap Bars
Nothing says homemade gift like a handmade bar of soap, people appreciate knowing that you put so much effort into a special gift just for them. Try this wonderful project and learn how to make your own soaps as personalized gifts, a hobby or even to sell so you could even earn some extra money with your new found skills. Full tutorial at iheartnaptime.net
Sharpie & Glitter Mug
As we all know it’s not easy being a mom, that’s why all mothers need this. Being a mom can get very stressful especially when the holidays come around, so put a smile on your moms’ face this Christmas by giving her this adorable DIY glitter mug. All need is a sharpie and some glitter, you could also change the message to anything you like for an extra personal touch. Full tutorial at Nestofposies-blog
Wine Burlap Gift Bags
Presentation is everything when it comes to gift giving, so make yours count. These DIY burlap bags are really easy to make and are a fresh breath of air from traditional gift wrapping ideas. It only takes a couple of minutes to create and you can add your own designs to make it really unique. Full tutorial at Leighlaurelstudios
Photo Pillow
Turn favorite photos into throw pillows and hand them out as gifts. This idea will works well for the whole family cause after all Christmas is all about family so pull out your best moments and memories for this truly homemade Christmas gift. You could also do this with smaller or bigger pillows. Full tutorial at Marthastewart
Glitter Candy Dish
Show some appreciation to your party host this Holiday by bringing them this dazzling handmade candy dish. It’s a fun and unique idea that is sure to put a smile on any hosts’ face cause ‘who doesn’t love glitter, right?’. Full tutorial at blog.oldtimepottery
Herb Candles
Sometimes DIY Christmas gifts can be time consuming and hard to make but not in this case, add lavender to your homemade candle gift and that’s all it takes to make a sweet scented simple gift idea that people will love. Full tutorial at adventures-in-making
Lemon Sugar Scrub
The holidays can be fun but they can also get quite messy with family dinners and parties, there’s a lot of food and dirty dishes involved. We love this idea simply because it’s unique, no one really gives gifts that can help someone clean up that is why this lemon sugar scrub is the perfect addition to a lovely night of festivities. Full tutorial at thebensonstreet
Snowflake Locket
The thing with floating charm lockets is that they are personal – you could add anything you want inside whether it be self made charms or store bought. You could make this as a gift for family and friends or you could even make it just for yourself either way it’s easy to turn this into a personalized gift. Full tutorial at blitsy
Candy Sleigh
We absolutely adore this idea! can Christmas gifts really get anymore beautiful than this? – Easy and fun to make, the whole family can get in on this since many hands make work light it should take not more than an hour all you have to do is glue all the candy and goodies together (like in the photo above) then add some ribbons and you’re done. Full tutorial at ellynsplace.blogspot
DIY Snow Globe
DIY Christmas gifts are always fun to make, like this snow globe that you can make using a plastic cup, wood plaque, wood knob and small Christmas figurines that you can easily find at your local crafts store. The good thing about this snow globe is that it can also be used as Christmas decoration. Full tutorial at the36thavenue
Rudolph Hot Chocolate Bag
Treats should never miss out on any holiday and especially Christmas and this Reindeer gift bag is the perfect Christmas treat for anyone. Hand it out to your kids to share with their friends or if you are a teacher you can make these for your class, it’s inexpensive and can be done in minutes. Full tutorial at Cincyshopper
Customized Hot Chocolate Kit
Spice up your Chocolate mix this Christmas with this clever DIY Chocolate customization kit. It’s simple and can easily be stuffed into stockings, turning it into a convenient Christmas present that is both beautiful and delicious and can be enjoyed by all. Full tutorial at kirtsy
Sand Art Brownie Mix
No Christmas would be complete without everyone’s favorite, “the brownie mix”. You could add this to a gift basket or just use it as a hostess gift, you could also add a little more decor by attaching holiday materials and adding a ribbon to the lid. Full tutorial at tasteofhome
Christmas Chocolate Tree
While some Christmas gifts may be received with a little less enthusiasm, you can never go wrong with Chocolate. But don’t settle for branded packaging this holiday, go the extra mile with this adorable DIY Christmas Tree Chocolate Packaging idea that is sure to be received with excitement. Full tutorial at qbeesquest.blogspot
Giant Jar Ice Cream Kit
Who doesn’t like Ice cream – spread the Holiday cheer by giving this DIY Ice cream kit as a gift anyone would be delighted to receive. Especially if you give this to your kids or any kids in general, it allows them to have to have fun while making their own special treat. Full tutorial at onegoodthingbyjillee
Healthy Gift Basket
We love this idea mostly made up of homemade gifts, you can create gift baskets for any occasion and in this case you could even add some Christmas decor and figurines to give it even more of a Christmas feeling. Full tutorial at melicipes.blogspot
Pallet Picture Frame
It doesn’t get anymore personal or homemade than this pallet picture frame, if your looking for something really special then this is it. It’s a really easy project to do and display your photos in a way that store bought frames just can’t. The rustic look helps to give it more of a homey feel. Full tutorial at Shanty-2-chic
Sliced Wood Ornament Art
Print an image your bird or in this case you might wanna go with something that says “Christmas” like maybe an image of a reindeer onto iron-on paper then follow instructions to transfer the image to the wood. This display combines vivid color with a rustic charm, great gift! Full tutorial at bhg
DIY Paracord Bracelet
If you’re looking for DIY Christmas gifts for men then this is it, we love bracelets here at thrillbites and this elegant paracord bracelet is no different. Handmade gifts always warm the heart and this bracelet is sure to be appreciated. It can be worn as jewelry or on an even bigger scale it could be used as a dog or cat collar. Full tutorial at Instructables
Floppy Disk Notebook
If you still have a couple floppy disks laying around then you can make this unique floppy disk notebook. It would work well as a Christmas gift to your friends that they can display on their office desk. Full tutorial at Instructables
Soda Bottle Christmas Kit
Know anyone with a sweet tooth? then this is the perfect gift for them even if they are not, really anyone would love to receive this even your neighbor. It’s simple enough and does not take time even the kids can join in the fun by filling the empty soda bottles with different colored candy. Full tutorial at Lilluna
Chocolate Caramel Spread
This is a salted chocolate caramel spread and it just got better, it contains cocoa powder and almonds for a nutty taste. These kind of DIY Christmas gifts are always the best cause it not only warms your heart but it also fills hungry bellies :). Full tutorial at Realsimple
Easy Fabric Earrings
We love this idea, it’s one of those unique Christmas gift ideas you rarely see. It’s so cute and easy to do plus it’s upcycled from old fabric – choose any material of your choice and get creative. You could also add names or Christmas art to the fabrics to make them more personalized. Full tutorial at savedbylovecreations
Peppermint Candy Bowl
Absolutely Adorable!!! We are totally in love with this idea, a peppermint bowl made out of candy, how cool is that. The best part is that it’s so easy to do and can be made in about 20 minutes use it as a Christmas gift for family members, friends, neighbors etc it really works for just about anyone. Full tutorial at Princesspinkygirl
Candy Cane Hearts
Homemade Christmas gift idea similar to the peppermint candy bowl and just as adorable, requiring only about 20 minutes to complete it’s an easy project to do. Since we have hearts you could even give these for Valentines day they would make a great romantic gift. Full tutorial at onelittleproject
Lavender Hearts
Such a cute homemade DIY Christmas gift idea that can also work as a romantic valentine’s day gift. So warm someone’s heart this holiday season and give them this delightful fabric hearts to let them know you are thinking of them. Full tutorial at ellisandhiggs
Mason Jar Gift Tags
When handing out DIY Christmas gifts it’s always nice to remember our kids teachers and this project is dedicated to those amazing teachers that do such a great job helping our kids grow. It’s really easy to do all you need is a mason jar, gum balls, tags and a straw and you’re good to go. You can give this to your kids teachers personally or you could let your kids do it. Full tutorial at somewhatsimple
Waxed Messenger Bag
We really like this idea it’s a great gift for him, we especially love the waxing part that gives the bag an old vintage sort of feel. It can fit in a laptop and other accessories so he can carry it to work. Full tutorial at radianthomestudio
Infinity Scarves
Scarves are an amazing gift to give someone because they are easy to make and are a stylish accessory for any fashionista, so if your looking for a Christmas gift for her, you can’t go wrong with a well made scarf. Choose scarves with a nice drape and design. Full tutorial at scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom
Charming Tassel Bracelet
We love how colorful this tassel is and since there’s an endless array of color you could mix and match and include colors that you like. This fun little project only takes a couple minutes to do saving you time and allowing you to make as many as possible. Great for a last minute Christmas gift. Full tutorial at thanksimadeitblog
Magnetic Wristband
Really cool magnetic wristband, if you’re looking for unique Christmas gifts nothing comes closer than something you make yourself from your own creative mind. Christmas gifts for men? look no further cause this DIY project could not get anymore manlier. Full tutorial at myalteredstate.co
Christmas Pillow
DIY Christmas gifts become even more special when they can function as more than just gifts, this pillow for example makes for a great home decor piece and it matches the holiday theme. So it makes a great present for anyone that loves to decorate their home, it can even be displayed under a Christmas tree with the rest of the decor. Full tutorial at thecraftedsparrow
DIY Pompom Letters
Christmas gift ideas come in all different shapes and sizes and this yarn pompom letters idea has to be one of the more original ideas we have seen. Make an awesome personalized gift by using these pompom letters to spell out the name of the person you would like to give this gift to. It only takes a few minutes to make. Full tutorial at bespoke-bride
Candy Flavored Vodka
So with all the unique DIY Christmas gifts, this one is probably the most fun for adults. This would make a great conversational piece at the dinner party as everyone will be wondering how you managed to make this interesting drink. All you have to do is soak your favorite candy in a mason jar of vodka for two days. Full tutorial at scarymommy
Homemade Bacon Salt
Give this time saving gift to your hostess, this bacon salt idea can be used when preparing food for a large number of people and running short of time – it’s salted and can be quickly used to add some extra flavor to your dish ( by sprinkling ) like pasta but really the possibilities are endless. Full tutorial at notquitenigella
Wine Bottle Charms
We love these dazzling wine bottle charms cause they are easy to make and can quickly be personalized to fit any event. You could give this for Christmas but it can also work for any family vacations, camping trips, cruises etc. All you have to do is add little figurines as a symbol to commemorate a certain event/activity, in this case perhaps a little Santa hat for Christmas. Full tutorial at 2beesinapod
Sweater Mug
We love this idea simply because it’s a quick fix kind of project it literally takes you seconds to do this, no fuss no mess. Cut out an old sweater or t-shirt sleeves that have elastic and can stretch, cover the mug with it and add a button and a printable with a sweet message. Full tutorial at placeofmytaste
DIY Christmas Stockings
DIY Christmas gifts like homemade stockings always go a long way because someone recognizes the amount of work and energy you put into creating something special just for them or their family. This project involves sewing but if you think you will have to spend hours doing this, think again, cause the amount of sewing required is very little. Full tutorial at polkadotchair
Painted Wood Bowls
Really nice idea for the cook in your life and simple enough for anyone to do, you can find these wood bowls at your local thrift store for as low as 99 cents. When painting use light colors cause they “pop” more against the dark of the wood also use any pattern you would like. Full tutorial at designimprovised
Hot Air Balloon Ornament
If you’re looking for something unique, this is it, get the kids to join in this fun project. A truly handmade Christmas gift that is sure to be appreciated by anyone. Full tutorial at skunkboyblog
Bath Bombs
Bath bombs are always a good touch, the perfect gift for that someone you know that loves to pamper themselves. A few simple ingredients are all you need to get this easy project done, so make someone happy with this at home spa treatment. Full tutorial at popsugar
Bacon Peanut Caramel Corn
Slightly spicy and savory sweet, this bacon peanut caramel corn makes the perfect homemade Christmas gift. You can give this to your hostess, your children’ s teacher or even your neighbor. Full tutorial at buzzfeed
Mason Jar Lid Snowmen
Creative way to use mason jar lids it’s inexpensive and easy to do, so if you have some old mason jar lids laying around you might want to try this or you could easily find these lids at your local store. Give them out as ornaments that you hostess can hang on a Christmas tree or just display them with the rest of the decor. Full tutorial at confessionsofaserialdiyer
Doily Luminaries
We love this idea, these doily luminaries are simply beautiful they work great as Christmas presents but also work equally well as a romantic valentines gift or wedding accent. Mix and match the ribbons, buttons, twine and burlap and also try different doily designs. Full tutorial at craftsbyamanda
Floor Cushion
We all like to be comfortable and there’s no place more comfortable than in your own home. This DIY project of a floor cushion may take some time but it’s well worth it cause it can provide endless comfort to anyone who loves home decor. So it’s not just a cool Christmas gift but it also makes a great home decor gift. Full tutorial at livingwithpunks
Photo Jewelry
Jewelry embellished with baby photos or photos of family members is sure to charm any mother or grandmother. Perfectly made, it is the perfect way to keep your loved ones close to you at all times and also take them wherever you go. Personalizing a gift doesn’t get any better than this. Full tutorial at marthastewart
DIY Knit Pouches
DIY Christmas gifts don’t always have to be big what matters is the thought and the fact that you took time to make something special for someone, that’s what’s appreciated. These pouches are so cute and stylish that anyone will love to have them as a carry on plus it includes a sunglasses case. Full tutorial at marthastewart
Bow Belt
This is a cute idea we would love to try! it’s surprisingly simple to do and won’t take a lot of your precious time. Make this adorable Bow Belt for the fashionista in you life and if you have daughters or nieces this would be a great gift especially when you can mix and match different colors. Full tutorial at momtastic
Paper Plate Clock
Have you ever thought about making your own clock? if so, then your in luck cause this DIY project teaches you how to do exactly that. It’s amazingly easy to make one, even the kids would love to get in on the fun. As a gift, it would be perfect for your child’s teacher. Go an extra step by decorating the plate with glitter, drawing on it or paint. Full tutorial at momtastic
Reindeer Burlap Sacks
Really cute idea that lets you store food in these adorable sacks for Santa’s reindeer. Amazing project to do with the kids, usually on Christmas Santa gets the attention but these bags of delight are strictly for Rudolph and the gang. Full tutorial at blog.consumercrafts
Canvas Silhouette
One of the most unique DIY Christmas gifts we have seen, perfect for the more artsy person. It’s hard not to appreciate such a creative idea especially a multi functional gift like this one – for example; you could also use this for home decor. Play with different colors and sizes and make one for the whole family. Full tutorial at justcallmechris.blogspot
Burlap Deer Canvas
If you just love deer art then this is the DIY project for you with two options: you could make one for Christmas and one for all year round ( the larger pallet ). This deer canvas is the perfect Christmas gift for her or him, try out different fabrics and the possibilities are endless! Full tutorial at saltandpeppermoms.blogspot
Homemade Jam
Though homemade jams are always welcomed, what really makes the difference is the packaging. Packaged in this attractive glass bottle, your homemade jam will be received with smiles and eagerness and when empty the bottle can still be used for other cute projects. Full tutorial at countryliving
Rice Filled Heating Pad
For all of us fabric lovers, this is the perfect project idea you could ever dream of not only do you get to play around with all the different fabrics but it’s so easy to do it only requires minimal sewing. It’s so useful, once done, heat in the microwave and you’ve got a heating pad or put it in the freezer and you’ve got an ice pack. Full tutorial at thepapermama
Vintage Mushroom Ornaments
Inspiration for homemade Christmas gift ideas can come from anywhere and such is true for these mushroom inspired ornaments. We like this idea cause its easy to make and allows you to be as creative as you like, for example; you could play around with more color or glitter. Full tutorial at mypapercrane
Fabric Christmas Tree Cones
Homemade Christmas tree cones – great idea when you are looking for an alternative to the traditional Christmas tree plus it saves you money. One of a kind gift for your Hostess or neighbor or friend, with so many possibilities like you could use different fabric and different colors. Full tutorial at thecreativityexchange
Convex SunBurst Mirror
If you’ve always wanted to make your own mirror this is the project for you, it’s amazing what you can do with some floral rings, some glue and wood shims. You can keep this for yourself or make it as a gift. It looks like it can be complicated to make but it’s actually quite easy. Full tutorial at hisugarplumsblog
Head Clip Holder
Absolutely adorable DIY project, when we think of homemade diy Christmas gifts it’s hard to beat a gift made for baby. This colorful piece will be appreciated by new mothers and grandmothers all over the world. Make it your own with different clip color, size and shape. Full tutorial at tonyastaab
Printable Gift Tag
A printable gift tag combined with a clear gift bag makes a great gift for your neighbors. So if you would like to be known as the “favorite neighbor” then maybe you should try this idea. Full tutorial at todaysmama
Cherry Chocolate Chip Bread
When looking for DIY Christmas gifts it’s always best to start from home and see what you have to start with and what you can do with it. This Chocolate chip bread idea is money saving cause it uses ingredients you may already have in your kitchen. Hand it out as a gift whether part of a gift basket or as is. Full tutorial at thepeacefulmom
Apple Cider Vinegar
It’s actually fairly easy to make your own vinegar, we like this idea cause it saves you money and you get good use out of those apples that were going bad. Homemade vinegar makes a great gift, especially if you know someone that loves to cook or just loves food. Full tutorial at sustainmycrafthabit
Personalized Bookplates
We all know someone that seems to always have a book in hand, that’s why this diy craft idea is the perfect Christmas gift for the book lover in your life. Make them these personalized bookplates, which are inscriptions inside the book that help determine the owner. It’s simple and you can create multiple designs. Full tutorial at marthastewart
Silhouette Luminary Jar
We so love these jars! they are so creative yet simple enough to make, as a Christmas present this idea can be shared by the whole family. Play around with different shape and size jars to see what more different ideas you can come up with. You can also personalize it by perhaps adding names as silhouettes too. Full tutorial at pagingfunmums
Iphone Stand
Children can be the hardest to get gifts for cause you never know if they will like it or not and especially if those kids are pre-teens or teenagers. But you can relax now because thus Iphone stand is the perfect gift for the teenager in your life. Teenagers spend all their time on smartphones, so you can be sure that this is a gift they’ll actually like. Full tutorial at artgalleryfabrics.typepad
DIY Disco Ball
Still on pre-teens and teens this DIY project is especially great for girls but with a little tweaking it can also work for boys. Use some old cd’s of different colors cut up into squares to make your unique Christmas gift that will be well appreciated by the music lover in your life especially dance music. Full tutorial at agirlandagluegun
Chalkboard Mug
We absolutely adore these mugs! amazing how simple and creative this is and so beautiful we just can’t get enough. This couldn’t get any better as a homemade Christmas gift, it’s really easy to personalize use the chalk to write names and make as many patterns as you like and instead of black paint, you can even go with pink. Great gift for anyone. Full tutorial at witandwhistle
Confetti Votives Candle Holders
This is one of those DIY Christmas gift ideas that make you go, ‘why didn’t I think of that’?. So easy to do it could literally take about 2 minutes, so if you like to embellish the plain and turn the ordinary to fabulous then this is the project for you. Great gift for the crafty person in your life. Full tutorial at unusuallylovely
Rose Sugar Scrub
Looking for something sweet scented? then try this baby rose sugar scrub that you can make with a few ingredients and rose pedals, even better, to personalize it add favorite flowers of the person you plan to give this gift to eg your hostess or neighbor but if you make this for yourself then add your favorite flowers. Full tutorial at smartschoolhouse
Wine Cork Vases
Holidays are just not the same without wine that’s why when we saw this project we knew we had to share it. You can make these vases with any cube or rectangular shaped glass bottles, they are easy to make and finally put those wine corks you’ve been storing to good use. Awesome gift for the wine lover in your life. Full tutorial at designimprovised
Wine Bottle Wrap
Another wine bottle project for the wine lover in your life, pick your favorite fabric to make this wine bottle wrap gift truly your own. If you have had no time to buy a Christmas gift or try other DIY Christmas gifts projects then you will like this project cause it’s perfect as a last minute gift, without looking like you just grabbed the first thing you saw at the gas station. Full tutorial at northstory
Beautiful idea that grandparents will love, use photos of family members to make this one of a kind family clock and to keep with the Christmas theme you could use red paint instead of light green. Great homemade Christmas gift for grandparents or any relative . Full tutorial at landeeseelandeedo
DIY Bow Tie
If you have an old ordinary tie then you could transform it into a beautiful bow tie, pick different colors and patterns to make a variety of bows. They are so stylish and make great gifts for little boys or even teenage boys. Full tutorial at howdoesshe
DIY Stuffed Turtle
Did you ever wonder what to get the animal lover in your life for Christmas? Well, these stuffed turtles make a wonderfully cute gift for any animal lover especially if they’re kids. A homemade Christmas present stuffed with love, also a great alternative to buying expensive off the shelf toys – so it saves you money too! Full tutorial at makeit-loveit
Shrink Plastic Necklace
For a truly unique homemade Christmas gift you might want to try this shrink plastic necklace. We really love the idea because you can create your own designs (doesn’t have to be flowers) as long as you can doodle. It’s really simple to do and only takes about 30 seconds in the oven for the shrink plastic to be ready. One of a kind gift that jewelry lovers would appreciate. Full tutorial at alisaburke.blogspot
DIY Marble Tray
Amazingly simple marble tray that anyone can make, it’s not only quick and easy but also looks expensive with multiple functions it can be the perfect gift for almost anyone. Use it in the bathroom to hold your dace wash and soap or use it to serve coffee or even as a cutting board in the kitchen – the possibilities are endless! Full tutorial at almostmakesperfect
Customized Wooden Utensils
When most people think of a DIY gift idea they are really looking for a way they can personalize their gifts so that they’re even more special. This idea shows you how you can stamp words of inspiration to the handles of wooden utensils to make them even more special, it’s quick and easy plus you can add your own words. Full tutorial at theidearoom
Snow Globe Soap
Not all DIY Christmas gifts make bath time as fun as this – a snow globe soap project that the kids will love especially when they can join in in the making of. It’s a easy as making homemade popsicles and doesn’t make a mess. Great Christmas gift for your kids, nieces or nephews. Full tutorial at alphamom
Sisal Rope Bowl
This is a simple creative idea that can transform any old boring pot into something amazing. All need is a glue gun, sisal rope and an old pot and you can make your very own homemade unique pot even go the extra mile by painting the pot (when finished) to match the Christmas theme. It’s a cool gift for the cook in your life. Full tutorial at centsationalgirl
Fairy Walnut
We love how unique this idea is, who knew you could do such beautiful things with a walnut. This seems like a great gift for the nature lover in your life but would also work as a gift for your daughter, grand daughter or niece. Amazingly simple to make and can easily be personalized. Full tutorial at curlybirds.typepad
DIY Denim Coasters
Upcycling DIY project: If you’ve got a pair of old jeans that you don’t wear anymore then why not transform them into these cute rolled jean coasters. Glue and some old jeans is all you need, make a collection of these coasters that you can give out as gifts to almost anyone. Full tutorial at popsugar
DIY Pouches
Know somebody who’s always mis-placing his/her keys or maybe spare change? we’ve all been there before that’s why this adorable little “no sew pouch” would make a great Christmas gift for that friend of yours or anyone in your life that can never seem to find their keys. They are easy to make and suited for daily use. Full tutorial at marthastewart
Angel Bead Earrings
A Christmas theme is not complete without at least one angel, make a pair of these pretty angel earrings for the angel in your life. They only take a few minutes to make but the impact lasts forever because a homemade gift says “i’m thinking of you an I took time to make you something special”. Full tutorial at blog.consumercrafts
DIY Wine Bottle Holder
We love wine that’s why we know that any wine lover will appreciate this DIY Project as a gift. If you love working with wood then you’ll really like this idea, a simple wood working project that let’s you create your very own unique wine bottle holder. In fact, you could also sell your holder if you wanted to. Full tutorial at shanty-2-chic
Spar In A Jar
Christmas presents don’t always have to be homemade sometimes all it takes is a clever arrangement of favorite items to make a gift – it’s all in the presentation. This spa in a jar is a clever way to give a gift to that person in your life who just loves to be pampered. The best thing is that it can also work as a valentines day gift. Full tutorial at thegunnysack
Crochet Face Scrub
Take it a step further for the person that loves to pamper themselves with these DIY crochet face scrubs which only take about 30 minutes to an hour to make. The best part is that they are reusable and really great for removing make up too. Full tutorial at dabblesandbabbles
Rustic Serving Board
Looking for Christmas gifts for men? we found this rustic serving board idea that takes less than an hour to make and doesn’t involve any heavy duty tools. Makes for a great present for the manly man in your life, you could make it any size you prefer – large or small. Full tutorial at manmadediy
School Pencil Can
We love this idea, recycle soup cans to make these cute pencil flower pots that you can give as gifts to your child’s teacher or let your child give this to his/her favorite teacher. It’s easy to make and the kids will definitely want to join in the fun, go the extra mile and use different color pencils and card stock paper. Full tutorial at us.cricut
Ring and Watch Frame
This is another one of those unique Christmas gift ideas made specially for him by using a picture frame and your fabric of choice you could transform these ordinary things into a DIY Shelf ( of sort ) to hold his watch or jewelry. Full tutorial at domesticability
DIY Rosemary Infused Olive Oil
Homemade rosemary infused olive oil, the ideal Christmas gift for the cook in your life, use fresh herbs to get that sweet rosemary scent. The best part is that you could swap out any fresh herbs for rosemary example lemon or garlic. Once done you’ll have to let it sit for about 1-2 weeks for a full infusion. Full tutorial at pepperdesignblog
Rope Vase
Just like the sisal rope bowl we saw earlier, this DIY rope vase would make a great gift for the green thumbed gardener in your life. It’s easy to make and can also be used as a planter for your garden or the anyone that loves gardening. Great homemade gift idea that loves pretty enough to sell. Full tutorial at girlandtheabode
Crayon Candles
If you love candles and love bright colors then this is the project for you, with some votives, old crayons and the help of a microwave you can have your very own crayon candles. This is a fairly simple DIY project that even the kids would love to get in on, it makes no mess and allows you to bring out your artsy side and play with color 🙂 Full tutorial at adventures-in-making
DIY Gel Candles (Lavender)
If crayons are not your thing then how about trying out gel candles that’s right!, candles made out of gel. Not all DIY Christmas gifts are this creative and that’s what makes this so special and a cute hostess gift or that home decor loving person in your life, they would look perfect as part of a centerpiece. Full tutorial at howtobeperfectwoman
Hot Chocolate In Jar
Make your own hot chocolate recipe and save money while still providing a great homemade gift that will surely be appreciated, after all who doesn’t love chocolate right? The reindeer is a nice touch in keeping with the Christmas theme, serve up this delicious recipe at your Christmas party. Full tutorial at twomoreminutes
DIY Marshmallow Guns
The kids will go nuts for this idea, marshmallow guns are so easy to make and it’s definitely a toy the kids will be excited to get especially if you have boys, grandsons or nephews. They can easily be customized by choosing different colors it’s sure to be a fun time for the whole family. Full tutorial at lilluna
DIY Necklace Holder
For those of us who can never find a place for our jewelry this is the perfect gift, so make this necklace holder for the jewelry lover in your life it’s great for organization and makes for an adorable display. Use different kinds and colors of knobs to make it truly your own design. Full tutorial at happygoluckyblog
Painted Cork Coasters
Christmas presents don’t always have to be big, these DIY painted cork coasters will cost you less than $20 to make. Simple to do and is a suitable gift for anyone who loves entertaining and throwing parties, in fact, it’s an ideal hostess gift at your next Christmas party. Full tutorial at thinkingcloset
DIY Zipper Pouch
Know someone who’s always on the go? this convenient little pouch will come in handy when you need to store your make up or art supplies close enough so you can easily reach them when needed. Though this project involves sewing it’s relatively simple to do so use different colors and fabric to make it stand out. Full tutorial at brit.co
Origami Mini Paper Books
We love this idea, these mini note books are so cute if you have a pre-teen or even teenage girl obsessed with Japanese culture then this will be the perfect Christmas gift. They are easy to make, use different colors and patterns the finished product will be about 1.5″ square when made with 6″x 3″ pieces of paper. Full tutorial at howaboutorange.blogspot
Desk Marquee Light
This looks like an absolutely fun idea ( pun intended ) even though it may take a little more effort the end results are totally worth it. It’s a unique Christmas gift for anyone although if planing to give this as a gift to the man in your life, you might want to use darker colors. It can be displayed on a home or office desk. Full tutorial at ajoyfulriot
Neon Ring
Beautiful neon rings so colorful and pretty sure to excite the jewelry lover in your life, this indeed is one of those Christmas gifts for her. All you need is neon colored clay, square or circle rings with recessed base and glue. It’s quick and simple and you can use more colors and shapes even make hair pins. Full tutorial at hellonatural
DIY Koosh Ball Pillows
The perfect gift to get that nostalgic 90’s girl, this chic throw pillow idea with koosh balls attached is so adorable. It’s definitely a DIY project you must try even if your not making it as a gift you might want to keep it for yourself. Full tutorial at studiodiy
Bicycle Brake Clock
Do you have spare bike brake discs laying around? why not make this genius, “for him” bicycle brake clock. It’s a perfectly amazing Christmas gift for men it might look intimidating but is actually quite easy to make. Full tutorial at instructables
Woven Paracord Watch
Maybe a bicycle brake clock is not your thing, how about a woven paracord watch? we’ve seen paracords earlier but those were bracelets and this is a watch but don’t let that scare you. It’s basically the same process as making a paracord bracelet except this time you add the watch head. Full tutorial at instructables
Customized Casserole Dish
Personalize a casserole dish, glass bowl or wine glass by adding initials to it also if you have a printer you can easily print out the font you want to the exact size you need for the stencil. This is an inexpensive homemade Christmas gift that a hostess or cook in your life will appreciate. Full tutorial at hp
Magic Bottle
A fun idea that only takes minutes to complete and is great fun for both adults and children add glitter, flakes, confetti or anything light enough to float around. You could display it on your work desk or tie a twine around the bottleneck and hang it. Wonderful gift idea for anyone. Full tutorial at artsyants
DIY Sweater Pillows
Do you have an old sweater that has seen better days? if so, don’t just throw it out instead turn it into a comfy pillow that everyone will want to snuggle up to. In this case you could use an old Christmas sweater so it fits in with the Christmas theme, although this idea can also work for fall all you have to do is find a matching sweater. Full tutorial at popsugar
DIY Honey Lip balm
Try this moisturizing lip balm that lasts hours and is healthy for you, the recipe for this honey lip balm contains bees wax, cocoa butter, shea butter, hemp oil, citrus essential oil, manuka honey and carnauba wax. Full tutorial at gardentherapy
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