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Easy DIY Christmas Gifts Anyone Would Love!

Looking for some gift ideas for Christmas? Save some time and money by making one of these 30+ easy DIY Christmas gifts that anyone would love to receive!

Easy DIY Christmas Gift Ideas for Your List

Ah, the holiday season! That magical time of year when our gift-giving list seems to expand like Santa’s waistline.

You know the drill: every year, we meet new folks – be it the friendly new neighbor who helped you out that one stormy night, or the colleague at work who shares your love for obscure 80s trivia.

Naturally, they all find a spot on our ever-growing Christmas list.

Now, unless you’ve found a way to grow money on trees (and if you have, please share your secret!), keeping up with this list can be a tad heavy on the wallet.

But fear not, fellow festive friends, for I have a solution that’s not only budget-friendly but also packs a punch of personal touch – DIY Christmas gifts!

Before you start picturing hours of crafting nightmares, let me ease your mind. I’m all for simple, quick projects because, let’s face it, during the holidays we’d all rather spend more time sipping hot cocoa and less time tangled in a heap of crafting supplies.

That’s why I’m a big fan of semi-homemade gifts and those adorable themed gift baskets. They’re like the superheroes of the DIY gift world – saving time, money, and sanity.

In the spirit of spreading joy (and not thinning our wallets), I’ve rounded up over 30 DIY Christmas gift ideas that are as easy as Rudolph’s flight on a clear night.

These aren’t just your run-of-the-mill homemade Christmas gifts; they’re thoughtful, they’re fun, and they’re bound to bring a smile to everyone on your list.

So, let’s get those creative juices flowing! Scroll down and dive into a world of easy, affordable, and absolutely delightful DIY Christmas presents. Trust me, your list – and your bank account – will thank you. Happy crafting! 🎄🎁✂️

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homemade christmas gift Santa cookies and milk gift
www.kristimurphy.com

Santa Milk + Cookies Kit

I can't believe how easy it is to make this gift using a cutting machine. It looks store bought!
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DIY painted wood coasters

Wood Slice Coasters

These winter themed wood slice coasters only take minutes to make and are perfect for Christmas and all winter long! All you need is paint and stencils.
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www.craftsalamode.com

CUTE DIY Heating Pads

A heating pad is useful to anyone, and this is the most simple sewing project ever! This cute little pup would make a great stocking stuffer.
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DIY christmas wooden spoon gift idea
lydioutloud.com

Christmas Wooden Spoons

Custom Christmas spoons along with matching kitchen towels make a great gift idea. Use a cutting machine to add words or write them on freehand.
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apumpkinandaprincess.com

DIY Grinch Bath Bomb

Learn how to make a DIY Grinch bath bomb for every Who in Whoville! This handmade Christmas bath bomb makes a great gift idea for both kids and adults.
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Santa mason jar craft

Santa Mason Jar

This Santa mason jar is such a cute gift and makes nice Christmas décor! Fill it with candy, potpourri or whatever you can think of.
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www.downredbuddrive.com

DIY Snowman Soap

If you're looking for an inexpensive gift idea, this is a cute one. Who couldn't use some soap? Plus there are free printable tags in the post, too.
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christmas potpourri and free printable DIY gift
www.iheartnaptime.net

Stovetop Potpourri

Gift the smell of Christmas with this stovetop potpourri recipe and ingredients. Put them in a container and add the free printable!
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printable coffee cup wraps

Warm and Merry Gifts

This warm and merry cup with a free printable sleeve can be filled with anything! Add candy, coffee beans or hot cocoa supplies.
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heyletsmakestuff.com

Christmas Mugs

If you have a cutting machine, it is super easy to make DIY gifts like these Christmas themed mugs.
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diy picture christmas ornament

Photo Ornament

Learn how to make a photo Christmas ornament using a cute wreath theme! This is a very easy holiday craft and makes a great gift for grandmas, moms and newlyweds
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sprinklesomefun.com

Dip Mix Ornaments

Get the 5 recipes and free printables to make these super cute dip mix ornaments!
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www.craftberrybush.com

Chunky Knit Vase

Made using clay, these DIY chunky knit vases are really easy and look impressive! Fill them with Christmas sprigs, candy or cookies.
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Snowman hot cocoa stacked jars
Steve Carrell

Snowman Hot Chocolate Jars

These cute snowman hot chocolate jars are so easy to make! Add hot cocoa, mints, and marshmallows to make them a lovely gift idea.
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Angie Holden

DIY Christmas Potholders

DIY Christmas potholders are great for use in your own kitchen, but they're also great for adding to a gift basket during the holiday season. Or make them as a cute Secret Santa gift!
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DIY Popcorn Gift Basket
www.naturalbeachliving.com

Popcorn Gift Basket

Create a gift basket full of popcorn goodies! I love the idea of including little shaker jars full of popcorn seasonings.
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Easy stenciled Christmas magnets

Christmas Magnets

Learn to make easy DIY Christmas magnets with wood pieces, paint, and stencils. These are so fun and make perfect gifts – especially for hostesses!
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Almond Joy Bars in a Jar Gift Idea

Almond Joy Bar Jar

Print out some baking directions and fill a mason jar with the yummy ingredients needed to make Almond Joy Bars.
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DIY Christmas gift Sangria
fantabulosity.com

Sangria Kit

I love this idea! Purchase a beverage dispenser, various fruits, wine and a wooden spoon. Include a recipe with it if you like.
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www.bigbearswife.com

Rudolph Coke and Peanut Gift Box

Do you know someone with a love of coke and peanuts? Give them this cute gift in a little caddy with a bottle opener on it. Or you could make our own bottle caddy to put this in!
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modpodgerocksblog.com

Family Photo Ornaments

Learn how to make pretty family photo ornaments using crystal pendants from a chandelier! Perfect for Christmas holiday décor, a wedding, or baby gift idea.
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lottery ticket Christmas gift DIY
Cindy Hopper

Lotto Joy

Download and put together this free printable pillow box. Fill it with a few holiday themed scratch off cards!
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Christmas morning breakfast gift DIY
Lucy Atkins

Christmas Breakfast

Everything you need for a Christmas breakfast in one basket. This is a good idea for a hostess gift.
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snowman jar

Snowman Mason Jar

Here is another mason jar gift idea. A snowman mason jar is budget friendly and works for all winter holiday gift giving!
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Amy Clark

Knitted Wine Bottle Hat and Scarf

If you can knit, then you'll definitely want to make these cute hats and scarves for your wine bottle gifts! Wondering if similar can be made out of fleece as well.
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candy cane sugar scrub gift idea
Amy Huntley

Peppermint Sugar Scrub

This great smelling peppermint scrub is perfect for softening winter skin and makes a great Christmas gift. It is also a great way to relax during this crazy busy season!
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how to make sweater clips

DIY Holiday Sweater Clips

This is a great gift idea for a fashion loving friend! Make them sweater clips with a Christmas theme that anyone would love.
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Linda Smith

Photo Block Ornaments

Create festive, personalized photo Christmas ornaments using your favorite pictures, wood blocks, and Mod Podge. These DIY photo ornaments make great gifts!
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peppermint candy shot glass DIY
princesspinkygirl.com

Peppermint Candy Shot Glasses

Use peppermint candies to make edible shot glasses. Gift them along with a bottle of your favorite spirit!
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DIY Christmas candles

Christmas Candle

You can make a DIY Christmas candle using supplies from the dollar store! It's really easy, even if you're a beginning crafter.
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lifefamilyfun.com

Christmas Coasters

This is a good post-holiday DIY to gift next year. Reuse your Christmas cards to make Christmas themed coasters as a gift!
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Meaghan Mountford

Edible Cookie Dough

Skip the traditional Christmas cookies and try this gingerbread edible cookie dough in cute-as-can be mini mason jars! Meaghan has the recipe and a video tutorial.
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If you enjoyed these easy DIY Christmas presents, let me know in the comments! I also think you will love these popular DIY Christmas decor crafts: