55 Homemade & Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas!
I’ve rounded up 55 SUPER easy & affordable gifts from the heart that everyone on your Christmas list will LOVE!
Hello, friends and welcome to our first Christmas post of the year!!!
I know some of you aren’t quite ready for the holidays just yet. And that’s TOTALLY fine.
The holidays can be a bit overwhelming, and I truly understand those of you who just want to S-L-O-W-L-Y ease into them one day at a time.
After everything we’ve all been through these past 18 months, we all just need to take a deep breath and move at a pace that feels comfortable.
And that’s why we’re going to do things a bit differently here at Pallet and Pantry this year.
I’ve decided not to inundate you all with all the usual Christmas gift guides.
EXCEPT for one!
I think if I’ve learned anything throughout these past months it is the importance of family & friends and yes, HOME.
Last year I created a Handmade & Homemade Gift Guide because many of our budgets were tighter than usual, and of course, we were all staying close to home.
I know in past years DIY gifts have been given a bad rap (see what I did there:) because many folks thought of them as being cheap. Others didn’t even consider them ‘real’ gifts! It’s hard to believe, but even my own family had doubts the first time I brought up making homemade gifts.
But thankfully, that misconception is no longer.
I know this because that homemade gift guide became one of our most popular posts last year.
Now, the way things are shaping up this year (delays, higher cost of living) it appears the desire to create gifts from the heart continues to grow even stronger. That, according to trends the past two months on PINTEREST and GOOGLE.
And why not?
With all the incredible creativity out there, it’s hard to deny that homemade/handmade gifts are not only REAL gifts, but oftentimes the BEST and most memorable gifts anyone could receive.
These gifts do take some time, and of course, materials, which is why I’m getting this year’s gift guide out to you asap.
As I mentioned, there is SO much talent out there, and each gift option I chose is TOTALLY fabulous all on its own. But you could definitely pair one or two of them together, or even add a few store-bought items to create a themed gift or to place in a gift basket.
For even more inspiration, I did provide a few gifting ideas of my own, and I provided links to help you put it all together.
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With that said, grab your favorite beverage, sit back and be AMAZED! Because I’ve rounded up 55 of the most FABULOUS handmade/homemade gifts for everyone on your list!
RELAX & REJUVENATE
Treat your special someone (s) with a gift that will make them feel like a million bucks!
- Bath Bombs
2. Simmering Pot
3. Foot Soak
4. Lavender Candles
5. Moisturizing Lotion
6. Natural Face Mask
7. Bubble Bath
tips for gifting:
Each of these gifts are so lovely on their own you could easily place them in a gift bag and be done.
Or…
- Create a pretty gift basket using the bath bombs & bubble bath and add in a sponge, scented candle, and a soothing face mask.
- The foot soak tucked inside a gift bag with a pedicure set and lotion would make someone feet VERY happy indeed!
- Team up the simmering pot in a mason jar with a mini crock pot and a relaxation cd to help ease the stress away.
BOYS WILL BE BOYS
If you’re like me you probably have one or two men in your life that are SO hard to buy gifts for. Forget the ties! Give them something they can actually use!
8. No-Sew Scarf
9. Shaving Soap
10. After Shave Spray
11. Re-Useable Hand Warmers
12. Guinness Beer Nuts
13. Hand & Foot Salve
14. Infused-Alcohol
TIPS FOR GIFTING:
- Create the perfect shaving experience by pairing the aftershave or shaving soap with a quality razor and a plush handtowel.
- A pair of leather gloves would go nicely with the handmade scarf or hand warmers!
HOME SWEET HOME
Know someone who has everything? How about someone who LOVES to ‘pretty up their home? Give them a gift they can use year after year after year!
15. Christmas Wall Art
16. Earthenware Vase
17. No-Sew Throw Pillows
18. Beaded Mirror
19. Cake Stands
20. Pedestal Bowl
21. Wall Art
TIPS FOR GIFTING:
- Place a lovely wrapped bag of dried eucalyptus or lavender in with the earthenware vase for a ready to go styled gift!
- Faux Fruit or Natural Vase Filler would pair perfectly with the pedestal bowl.
SWEET & SAVORY
Whether your loved ones have a sweet tooth or prefer a bold and spicy barbecue they’ll be smacking their lips on these YUMMY goodies!
22. Grape & Thyme Jam
23. Caramels
24. Candied Bacon
25. Cranberry Orange Bread
26. Barbecue Rub
27. Soup in a Jar
28. Granola
TIPS FOR GIFTING:
- Combine that YUMMY jam with a loaf of store-bought or homemade crusty bread and place it in a rustic breadbasket for a special morning treat.
- Pair the barbecue rub with this grill set and a bottle of sauce for a newbie or seasoned grill lover! (The grill set even includes cleaning tools +an apron for under $25!)
LUCKY LITTLES
No video games and expensive toys here. Just good ole fashioned imagination and fun!
29.Soft Puzzles
30. Hopscotch Mat
31. Bathtub Soap
32. Hotwheels Parking Garage
33. Building Blocks
34. Hair Accessory Holder
TIP FOR GIFTING:
- That bright and colorful bath soap could be paired with some fun bath toys or a soft and cozy bathrobe.
- I know I’m saying these obvious here but… who wouldn’t love more Hotwheels to go with that garage?
- And that ADORABLE accessory holder couldn’t be functional without a ‘few’ more hair accessories, right?
FURBABY FUN
Show how much you appreciate those sweet little fur babies with a little something special under the tree!
35. Dog Treat Mason Jar
36. Snuffle Mat
37. Fleece Dog Toys
38. Catnip Sock Toy
39. Doggie Treats
40. Kitty Snacks
41. Cat Scratching Post
TIPS ON GIFTING:
- These fun ideas for our fur babies don’t even need store-bought additions. But they could TOTALLY be mixed and matched.
- Dog treats+ Treat Jar (btw you cat lovers could make one for your kitty too) Catnip toys+ snacks. And on and on.
SASSY SENIORS
They are always the ones who say they don’t need anything. Give them something they didn’t know they needed but can’t do without!
42. Rice Heating Pads
43. Scrap Books
44. Cozy No-Sew Blanket
45. Bird Feeder
46. Herbal Tea
47. Coffee Mug
48. Market Bag
TIPS FOR GIFTING:
- Match the beautiful mug with the healthy tea (Or buy a Christmas mug)
- Add a bag of your favorite birdseed with the bird feeder
- Cozy slippers would be the perfect complement to the warm blanket.
SUPER SIMPLE STOCKING STUFFERS
49. Reindeer Chow
50. Candy Cane Bath Salts
51. Lip Balm
52. Peppermint Marshmallows
53. Hot Cocoa
54. Perfume
55. Fun Shaped Crayons
I truly LOVE putting this post together because there is SO much talent in these creations. And I hope these gift ideas have inspired you as much as they have me.
Have you started shopping yet? Will you be incorporating homemade gifts into your gift-giving?
PIN FOR LATER♥
Thank you so much for stopping by!
What a great post. Homemade gifts are always a hit. Thanks so much for including my granola in this roundup.
You are VERY welcome, Gloria! It looks so delicious and I can’t wait to make a batch! Thank you!
These ideas are so much fun, Christine! Thank you so much for including our cake stands. I really appreciate it. They were super easy to make and we honestly use them all the time. Pinning and will share on Friday too. I can’t wait to dive into these links! Hugs, CoCo
You are so welcome, my friend! I absolutely LOVE the cake stands and I’m planning on making one for my mom this Christmas! Thank you for sharing! 🙂