Well, it’s the last weekend before Christmas! If you still need some last-minute gift ideas for friends and family (and who doesn’t?) then look no further than these 30 handmade gifts they will actually love 🙂
The following list of gift ideas are not only sweet and simple, but they are also special. When it comes down to it, I don’t know anyone who does not enjoy receiving handmade gifts. It’s not the cost of the gift that matters, it’s the personal touch that friends and family will truly appreciate. If you feel the same, then I hope you get some inspiration from some of my favourite handmade gift ideas around the web.
Here they are, divided by categories “For Her,” “For Him” and “For Home”:
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*For Her*
Fashion
1. Felt Ball Necklace
Source: The Polka Dot Chair
2. Tube Bead Necklace
Source: The Lovely Drawer
3. Yarn Wrapped Bracelet
Source: A Pretty Fix
4. Bow Belt
Source: Momtastic
5. Travel Infinity Scarf
Source: The Polka Dot Chair
6. Fruity Print Zipper Purse
Source: The Lovely Drawer
7. Monogram Clay Keychains
Source: Homey Oh My!
Bath & Body
8. Orange Facial Scrub
Source: Pastels and Macarons
9. Lemon Soap
Source: A Pumpkin and a Princess
10. Bath Fizzies in a Jar
Source: Martha Stewart
11. Vanilla Rose Petal Bath Salts
Source: Simply Designing
12. Vanilla Lip Balm
Source: Little House Living
13. Peppermint Lotion Bars
Source: The Taylor House
*For Him*
Fashion
14. Colour Block Tie
Source: I Spy DIY
15. Cozy Socks
Source: Purl Soho
16. Leather Wallet
Source: The Merry Thought
17. Men’s Apron
Source: I Heart Nap Time
Bath & Body
18. Rosemary Mint Shaving Cream
Source: Food For My Family
19. Bay Rum Aftershave
Source: Mommy Potamus
Fun Stuff
20. Go Fishing! Printable (also for the ladies who fish 😉 ) – available in blue, grey and green.
Source: The 36th Avenue
21. Comic Book Coasters (once again, I am not counting out the ladies out there who love their comics!)
Source: Mod Podge Rocks
*For Home*
22. Hand Painted Candles
Source: A Pretty Fix
23. Painted Cork Coasters
Source: A Pretty Fix
24. Picture Frame Tray
Source: Love Grows Wild
25. Lace Flower Pots
Source: A Beautiful Mess
26. Easy Watercolour Portraits
Source: Grow Creativity
27. Pet Portraits
Source: A Beautiful Mess
28. Mountain Photo Holder
Source: Sugar and Cloth
29. Bathroom Storage Jar
Source: The Crafted Life
30. Beeswax Candles
Source: Oh Happy Day
I hope these 30 DIY gifts have inspired you to get creative in the days ahead. Sometimes a little crafting is all you need to soothe some of the stress that can come with preparing for Christmas. Take a moment, relax, and get crafting this weekend:)
8 Comments
Heather @ New House New Home
December 19, 2015 at 7:06 amYou’re right – people will actually use these!!! So many ideas!
Jelica
December 19, 2015 at 9:54 amThere are definitely some very creative ideas in this mix. Loads of inspiration for gifts anytime of year.
Laurie @ Vin'yet Etc.
December 19, 2015 at 8:58 amWow, what a beautiful round up, thanks for sharing. Pinned! xo
Jelica
December 19, 2015 at 9:57 amI am constantly inspired by the beautiful craft ideas out there. These are just the tip of the iceberg, but they were also among some of my favourites out there 🙂
swell conditions
December 19, 2015 at 9:33 amWhat a wonderful list!! I’d like to make some of these for myself – thanks for the links!!
Jelica
December 19, 2015 at 10:03 amI was thinking the same thing when I put together this list 😉 Some great gift ideas here, but will definitely try a couple out for myself!
Maria @ Pastels & Macarons
January 3, 2016 at 7:48 amThank you so much for including my Orange Scrub Jelica! Love all your picks. Some great ideas! I’ll be sharing this list leading up to Valentines because what you have chosen here applies all year long! xx
Jelica
January 4, 2016 at 7:21 amIt remains one of my favourite ideas – looks good enough to eat 😉 Thanks for sharing 🙂