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If you bake, love crafts or are in any way practical, homemade gifts are a great option for birthdays, Christmas, Valentine's day and other festivities - not only because people will appreciate the extra effort you've made, but it's also fun to make the gifts and it can usually save you money too.
On this page I've compiled lists of the best and most unique how-tos and ideas for making your own gifts - from edible items to wall art, coasters and much more. The tutorials cover a range of prices and recipients from fathers to friends and co-workers.
I hope you find the ideas helpful!
These products were made and photographed by Aime Lee.
On this page I've compiled lists of the best and most unique how-tos and ideas for making your own gifts - from edible items to wall art, coasters and much more. The tutorials cover a range of prices and recipients from fathers to friends and co-workers.
I hope you find the ideas helpful!
These products were made and photographed by Aime Lee.
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Christmas Chutney
Photo and spiced chutney by Simon Cook - Click here for the recipe.
365 Easy Handmade Gifts
Simply Handmade: 365 Easy Gifts & Decorations You Can Make
An excellent book to prevent you from ever being stuck for gift ideas again!
The DIY suggestions are all very budget-friendly and accessible for even absolute beginners to craft.
Filled with inspiring color photos too, the projects ranges from mosaics to glass etching so you'll be able to find something to suit everyone.
DIY Gift Ideas
Ideas and tutorials for unique presents.
- Surprise Postcard Wall Art
- Clever and thoughtful surprise for sending in the mail.
- Tea Soap
- Make your own soap with cute packaging.
- Cupcake In A Jar
- Creative way to package a yummy gift.
- Chocolate Truffles
- A classic edible treat.
- Apple Jellies
- These sweets are perfect to give.
- Bath Bombs
- Classic recipe for making your own bath bombs.
- Manly Paracord Bracelet
- With side release buckle.
- Revamped Plates
- Funky way to recycle old/cheap plates.
- Sofa Caddy
- Perfect for those who hog the remote control!
- Seed Tape
- Sweet and simple gift.
- Bouquet of Posies
- Fun tissue paper flowers.
- 8 Homemade Gifts
- That anyone can master.
- Make Cheap Christmas Gifts
- Loads of ideas for Xmas and other occasions.
Birthday Plant Basket
Photo and gift basket by Bugs and Fishes - Click here for details.
More Unique Gift Making Tutorials
How to make thoughtful, homemade presents.
- Holiday Gifts
- From Martha Stewart.
- Embroidered Tie
- Classy gift for men.
- Belt Rack
- Using just hooks and a wooden coat hanger.
- Memo Board and Key Holder
- Using a chalkboard and hooks.
- Decorative Bottle Stoppers
- Made from corks and door pulls.
- Pocket Flipbook
- Take photos of yourself and make a flipbook to be kept in a wallet/purse.
- 30 DIY Men's Gifts
- Including printed t-shirts and an iPod cozy.
- 30 DIY Women's Gifts
- Including felt bowls and a linen apron.
- 30 DIY Kid's Gifts
- Including a monster bag and juggling balls.
- Christmas Crafts
- Including kids and last minute gifts.
- Teacup Candles
- Very pretty and easy presents.
- Photo Dolls
- And you can use the recipient's face!
- 34 Handmade Gift Ideas
- From truffles to a gourmet salt assortment.
Sharpie Embellished Mug
Turn a plain mug into a thoughtful gift with porcelain pens.
Photo and mug by Craft Pond - Click here for details.
Make Your Own Presents
- 10 Best Gifts for Mum
- From drawings to oven mitts.
- Surprise Ball
- Make gift opening alot more fun!
- Christmas Handmade Gifts
- Ideas from Martha Stewart.
- Design Your Own Porcelain
- Personalise a teacup and saucer with just one special pen.
- Utensil Key Rack
- Fun and unique key hooks.
- Photo Album Cover
- Buy a photo album, then personalise the cover.
- Photo Display
- Cool and cheap way of creating a display of photos.
- Handmade Gift Guide
- From One Pretty Thing.
- Lift-the-Flap Photo Book
- Great photography project.
- 137 Inexpensive Gifts
- Small but thoughtful homemade gifts.
- Fork Egg Cup
- Great idea for guys.
- Seed Bombs
- A lovely idea for keen gardeners or nature lovers.
Print Your Own Tote Bags
Buying a cheap plain tote bag and then personalizing it with fabric paint is a great idea for a gift!
To see a tutorial on how to make a monogrammed doily print bag (as shown above), click here.
Photo source link.
Fun Craft Books For Making Handmade Gifts
Packed Full Of Creativity
Homemade Gift Tutorials
- 100 Inexpensive DIY Gifts
- Including edibles and crafts.
- Camera Sling
- Perfect for budding photographers.
- DIY Geek Tie
- Printed with lots of computer code.
- Artistic Plates
- Even kids can make great results with this idea.
- Astrology Artwork
- Display the recipient's star sign as art.
- House Number Sign
- Using just nails and wood to make a unique sign.
- Monogram Mugs
- How to transfer sketchy style monograms to personalise mugs.
- Bathtub Tea Bags
- A novel idea for a twist on regular bath products.
- Sophisticated Presents for Dad
- Including gift baskets and framed maps.
- Send a Hug
- Lovely and meaningful gift, perfect for kids to send to family members.
- Coloring-In Book
- Create a fun and personalized picture book for kids.
Sock Softies & Cuddly Toys
Making a softie or toy for someone is a thoughtful and memorable gift for someone special, and it will be treasured.
Photo by Teresia.
Homemade Terrarium
To see tutorials on making your own terrariums, click here or here.
Photo by Lindsay H.
DIY Present Ideas
- Personalized Hammered Spoons
- Lovely keepsake made with simple tools.
- Picnic Hamper
- Awesome idea especially for a couple's anniversary or wedding.
- Sewing Kit
- Useful gift with lots of sewing bits 'n' bobs packaged in a pincushion jar.
- Mirrors & Photo Frames
- Huge list of DIY ideas for lovely and easy home decor gifts.
- Birthday in a Suitcase
- Really thoughtful and special suitcase revamp.
- DIY S'mores Kit
- Beautiful kit made up of personalized gift-wrapped products.
- Giant Bubbles Kit
- For kids and the young at heart.
- Custom Guess Who Game
- Brilliantly creative and fun gift for family members.
- Birthday in a Box
- Fun-filled box with a colourful collection of birthday party treats.
- Lumps of Coal
- Funny Christmas present made of marshmallows and Rice Crispies.
- The Ultimate Care Package
- Whether you know someone at university or abroad, this is a thoughtful gift.
- Birthday Pop Box Set
- Fab idea, especially for sweet-loving boys!
Homemade Bath Products
You can make your own bath salts and soap and put them together with loofah and sponge to create a lovely gift set.
These products were made and photographed by Aime Lee.
Top-Rated Gift Ideas
More Ideas for Craft Presents
- Creative Gift Guides
- Brilliant lists of present ideas and fun things to make.
- Homemade Fudge
- Excellent recipes including vanilla and chocolate flavours.
- Modern Number Coasters
- Contemporary style coasters which are easy to make.
- Glass Storage Jars
- You could also etch glasses, bowls and other glass items.
- Make Marshmallows
- With a candy cane twist.
- His and Hers Pillowcases
- Stencil pillowcases to make this cute present for a couple.
- Geeky Mario Plant
- Chomper plant replica from Super Mario Bros. - fun idea!
- Instructables for Men
- A list of things to make for men.
- Quilted Tic-TacToe
- Sweet little sewn game in a handmade pouch.
- 101 Simple Handmade Gifts
- Tutorials for 101 easy and crafty presents.
- Dad Rocks!
- A clever idea to make realistic pebbles out of fudge.
- Customer Letter-Writing Box
- Fill a box with luxury stationery for a keen writer.
Betty Crocker Caramel Sauce
Homemade jams and sauces make a lovely gift, and you can find the recipe for the caramel sauce shown in the photo by clicking here.
And if you'd like some more recipes for occasions including Valentine's day, click here.
Crafty Gift Inspiration
- Customized Clock
- Personalize a clock by simply adding a photograph.
- Monogrammed Soap
- A lovely idea and very easy and cheap to do.
- Pebble Dominoes
- Paint pebbles to make your own domino set.
- DIY Stationery Set
- Bundle homemade notebooks and paper items together.
- Cupcake Stand
- Make your own cake stand from flowerpots.
- Rose Body Lotion
- I think this lotion in a jar looks so lovely - great and simple presentation.
- Father's Day Collection Box
- Manly plant collection in a cool wooden box.
- Monogrammed Cufflinks
- Perfect personalized gift for guys.
- Dough Handprints or Footprints
- A great homemade gift for kids to give to parents and grandparents.
- 19 Father's Day Crafts for Kids to Make
- A wide range of things that children can create for their dads.
- Mountaineer's Mug
- Fun novelty idea for a mug to give to a mountaineering mate.
- Design-It-Yourself Umbrella
- Fun idea to get creative with permanent markers.
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Thoughtful Gifts Made by You
- Valentine's Kit
- Romantic idea of filling a box with classics like wine and candles.
- Collection of Memories
- A research project and gift combined to make a very special collection.
- DIY Dreamcatcher
- Pretty decoration with painted feather dangles.
- Vintage Book Organizer
- A portable tech organizer for someone who likes to travel.
- Kid's Puppet Theatre
- Flat puppet theatre for hanging in a doorway - for an imaginative kid.
- Apron in a Jar
- Lovely idea for a cooking themed gift.
- 14-Day Valentine for $20
- How to treat your partner for 14 days on a budget.
- Quills & Stationery Set
- Dye and make your own feather pens.
- A Gift For The Pet Dog
- A recipe for making cute bone-shaped treats.
- Ribbon Rosette Awards
- You could change the text to 'Number 1 Mum' or 'Best Boyfriend' for example.
- Infused Vinegars
- Sophisticated gifts for foodie friends.
Fabric Flower Bouquet
Flowers that will last forever!
Photo and flowers by Happy Together- CLICK HERE for the tutorial.
Tutorials for Creative Gifts
- Gourmet Basket Ideas
- 10 Ideas for filling baskets with themed luxury items.
- Green Hostess Gifts
- Lovely little gifts like vanilla infused Maple sugar, and beeswax candles.
- Presents from the Kitchen
- Lots of candy and sweet ideas like sea salt caramels, yum!
- Message Bots
- Little robot softies which you can put a secret message inside.
- Monogrammed Skewer Set
- Perfect for camping and BBQ enthusiasts.
- Camera Strap Cover
- Make using herringbone or other subtle fabrics for men.
- 'You're The Bomb' Candy Idea
- Easy and quick idea - but remember to put 'you're' not 'your'!
- Felt iPad or Laptop Sleeve
- Straightforward no-sew sleeve for electronic gadgets.
- A Few Thoughtful Ideas
- From home spas to presents spread throughout the year.
- Whittle a Wand
- Perfect for any Harry Potter fan.
- Kid's Fort Kit
- Perfect for letting kids make their own fun.
- DIY Apothecary Bottle
- Turn a glass jar into something special with a drawer knob topper.
Handmade Birdies
These are actually cake toppers, but they would be just as cute as decorations for a table, windowsill or mantelpiece. You just need to shape the body out of clay, paper mache, foam or whatever other material you can think of, and then decorate the shapes with fabric pieces and wire legs.
Photo by Jek In The Box.
Presents To Make By Hand
- Snowman Kit
- Fun gift for the winter season.
- Sewn Pizza Toy
- Brilliant idea for children: a detailed hand-sewn pizza pack.
- Homemade Chocolates
- Brilliant tutorial for making your own choccy collection.
- Golf Club Headcovers
- Make a custom golf accessory for a golfer in your life.
- Graffiti Book
- Something for the artistic and creative, you could recreate this idea yourself.
- Paper Doll Kit
- Sweet crafty gift for little girls.
- Rum Balls
- Made with mashed up chocolate cake - yummy!
- Homemade Hand Cream
- Make pretty paper labels to put on your containers too.
- Procrastinator's Desk Tower
- Trendy geometric desk tower which is great for rearranging when you're bored.
- DIY Detective Kit
- Kids would absolutely love this little spy kit.
- Inspiring Quote Block
- Lovely idea for someone who works at a desk, and very easy to make.
- Felted Soap
- Turn an ordinary gift of soap into something special.
Kindle Case
This is a brilliant and simple idea for a Kindle owner, recycling an old book cover into something functional.
Cases for electronics are an ideal homemade gift - whether it's for a phone, Kindle, laptop or camera.
Photo and case by Wendi Dunlap - Click here for details.
Fun Handmade Projects To Try
- Bird House Key Hooks
- Such a pretty piece of home decor.
- Gold Clay Bowls
- Easy to make, but look really expensive.
- DIY Photo Calendar
- Using photos that are meaningful to the recipient.
- Framed Love Heart
- Embroider a cute heart for your loved one.
- Painted Corks
- Fun DIY keyring idea that can also float!
- Personalised Hanger
- Write out the recipient's name in wire.
- 52 Things I Love About You
- Adorable and romantic pack of cards.
- Ice Cream Sundae Kit
- I bet any sweet tooth would adore this gift.
- Travel Tic-Tac-Toe
- Made with toys or pebbles, and complete with it's own little travel bag.
- Chocolate Name
- Why not spell out the gift recipient's name in chocolate?!
- Sponge Cake Postcard
- Hilariously realistic icing decoration on a cake slice postcard.
- Personalized Key Hanger
- You could make the little keyrings look like your recipient!
- An Apple For Teacher
- A pouch of lavender for a lovely scented gift.
iPad Stand
Easy homemade gift for a gadget fan by simply making a slot in a block of wood.
Photo and stand by Jsupes.
Ideas For Artistic and Impressive Projects
- Dotty Plate & Bowl Set
- Use porcelain markers to create professional polka dot designs.
- Custom Cluedo
- Re-making and personalizing a favorite board game is an amazing idea.
- Science Kit for Kids
- I would have loved to have received this as a child.
- Date-in-a-Box
- Give a date night all pre-planned for a lovey-dovey couple you know!
- Hand Printed Mousepad
- Printed a persalized message or picture on a plain mouse pad.
- DIY Gift Wrap Kit
- Beautiful box of paper and decorative goodies.
Homemade Chocolate Truffles
These dark chocolate truffles have been rolled in chopped toasted walnuts, cocoa, chocolate shavings or shredded coconut.
Photo and truffles by Jeannie.
Plush Alphabet Set
A complete set of sewn softie letters with a handmade drawstring bag. This would make a wonderful baby shower gift!
Photo and alphabet by Erin Bluhm.
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Lesley May 8, 2013 @ 3:41 pm | deleteGreat site, so many ideas, thanks for sharing them with everybody. -
Great ideas. I alwazs prefer homemade ifts. -
DIY Apothecary Bottle - a favorite! -
Oh, the plush alphabet set is so cute! But there must be lots and lots of other cute ideas in your links! I must be back. It's too late and I must go to bed now! Awesome lens, a lot of work in it! -
Great lens thanks for the inspiration. - Load More
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