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Sure, they may take a little time, energy, and effort, but that's what make homemade gifts so special. While you can shop for gifts for everyone on your list, DIY Christmas gifts are extra meaningful—not to mention easier on your budget. That's why we've assembled our best DIY gift ideas for family and friends here, from useful homemade gifts to yummy from-scratch food gifts to festive presents that double as DIY Christmas decorations they'll cherish for years to come.
Need a gift for Grandpa? How about a custom jersey printed with picture of the kids? We also have the tastiest gift-worthy Christmas treats perfect for everyone from teachers to hostesses, and plenty of projects that result in an ideal gift for her or him.
And what's really awesome about all the ideas in this gallery, there is something for every skill level. From hardcore DIYers to those who don't own a single tool. If you are game for something slightly complicated, check out the wooden bead snowman ornament for the fella in your life. Or, if you prefer to take it a bit easier, try customizing a special jersey with embroidered number, name and logo for your bestie. Or do both. Because the truth is that they are going to love what you make or custom for them no matter what it is!
1.Fabric Covered Christmas Tree OrnamentsDIY gifts don't have to look fuddy-duddy, you know! We love the modern look of these whimsical ornaments, which can be customized with just about whatever pattern you want. |
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2.Homemade Gingerbread Ice CreamThink homemade ice cream is too finicky to tote to the next holiday party? We disagree. Simply pack up ice cream in pink goblet for a look that's as chic as it is transportable. |
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3.Custom Stitched Christmas Sweatshirt HoodieWinter time is the hoodie season! Custom a special stitched Christmas Sweatshirt Hoodie embroidered with the person’s name, number and logo for your friend or family. |
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4.Felt Olaf OrnamentYour young ones will love this fuzzy ornament that represents the loveable, iconic snowman from the hit movie Frozen. To make: Cut body shapes from white felt; attach to a tongue depressor with hot glue. Cut buttons, mouth and eyebrows from black felt; attach to body with hot glue. Glue mini googly eyes below the eyebrows. Cut a carrot nose from orange felt; attach below the eyes with hot glue. Glue mini twig arms and a piece of twine for hanging to the tongue depressor. |
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5.Custom Christmas Letterman JacketIt’s great to send your friend or family jackets using high-quality genuine leather, thick 24oz. wool, and other select materials. And they are available in a large selection of popular varsity colors! |
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6.Slice-and-Bake Shortbread CookiesChoose from three flavors—fruit and nut, lemon, or chocolate (we recommend making them all!)—and package up the perfect cookie box for all your friends and neighbors. |
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7.Wooden Bead Snowman OrnamentThis jolly happy soul, which can be crafted in no time, shows you care enough to DIY the season's sweetest snowman ornament for them. To make: Paint three wooden craft beads. Thread a piece twine through the holes of the beads and knot. Attach two black stones for the eyes and four for the buttons with hot glue. Attach a short lengths of orange felt just below the eyes. Attach stick arms to the side of the bead. Wrap a red felt to a black top hat with hot glue. Glue a string to the top for hanging. Glue hat to snowman’s head. |
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8.Custom Christmas 3D Authentic Baseball JerseyThe custom baseball jersey can upgrade any basic look with its striking lettering, visuals, and detailing. The possibilities are endless. Come and get your loved one a unique jersey! What’s more, you can custom couple, friend or family jerseys. |
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9.Seasonal GarlandGift a holiday garland that the recipient can use year after year to add charm to their house. To make: Use short loops of baker’s twine to hang cookie cutters along a single long ribbon. Display on a mantel, shelf, cupboard, or even a headboard. |
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10.Clothespin OrnamentIf they're even a little bit country they'll love this homespun Christmas ornament, crafted from mini clothespins. They make especially sweet teacher gifts, since they're easy enough kids can lend a hand with them. To make: Remove the springs from 14 mini clothespins. Turn the pieces from each clothespin around and glue them back to back. Glue the pins together to create a circular shape. Glue a piece of gold twine to one pin for hanging. |
DIY gifts don't have to look fuddy-duddy, you know! We love the modern look of these whimsical ornaments, which can be customized with just about whatever pattern you want.
Think homemade ice cream is too finicky to tote to the next holiday party? We disagree. Simply pack up ice cream in pink goblet for a look that's as chic as it is transportable.
Winter time is the hoodie season! Custom a special stitched Christmas Sweatshirt Hoodie embroidered with the person’s name, number and logo for your friend or family.
Your young ones will love this fuzzy ornament that represents the loveable, iconic snowman from the hit movie Frozen.
To make: Cut body shapes from white felt; attach to a tongue depressor with hot glue. Cut buttons, mouth and eyebrows from black felt; attach to body with hot glue. Glue mini googly eyes below the eyebrows. Cut a carrot nose from orange felt; attach below the eyes with hot glue. Glue mini twig arms and a piece of twine for hanging to the tongue depressor.
It’s great to send your friend or family jackets using high-quality genuine leather, thick 24oz. wool, and other select materials. And they are available in a large selection of popular varsity colors!
Choose from three flavors—fruit and nut, lemon, or chocolate (we recommend making them all!)—and package up the perfect cookie box for all your friends and neighbors.
This jolly happy soul, which can be crafted in no time, shows you care enough to DIY the season's sweetest snowman ornament for them.
To make: Paint three wooden craft beads. Thread a piece twine through the holes of the beads and knot. Attach two black stones for the eyes and four for the buttons with hot glue. Attach a short lengths of orange felt just below the eyes. Attach stick arms to the side of the bead. Wrap a red felt to a black top hat with hot glue. Glue a string to the top for hanging. Glue hat to snowman’s head.
The custom baseball jersey can upgrade any basic look with its striking lettering, visuals, and detailing. The possibilities are endless. Come and get your loved one a unique jersey! What’s more, you can custom couple, friend or family jerseys.
Gift a holiday garland that the recipient can use year after year to add charm to their house.
To make: Use short loops of baker’s twine to hang cookie cutters along a single long ribbon. Display on a mantel, shelf, cupboard, or even a headboard.
If they're even a little bit country they'll love this homespun Christmas ornament, crafted from mini clothespins. They make especially sweet teacher gifts, since they're easy enough kids can lend a hand with them.
To make: Remove the springs from 14 mini clothespins. Turn the pieces from each clothespin around and glue them back to back. Glue the pins together to create a circular shape. Glue a piece of gold twine to one pin for hanging.