50+ Homemade & Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas!
I’ve rounded up 50+ homemade & handmade gift ideas for everyone on your list! Include home decor, crafts, beauty, food,&Toys!
Hello, friends!
Anyone who knows me well knows that Christmas is my absolute FAVORITE time of the year!
Yes, I’m obsessed with all things Christmas, I do confess. And it’s all thanks to my mother.
I have to say, even when times were hard and money was short, mom ALWAYS made Christmas magical.
When I became a mom I wanted to instill that same magical wonder in my own daughter.
Over the years creating thoughtful gifts for friends and family has become a source of joy we find in Christmas. Whether it’s making a keepsake craft or filling a basket with yummy sweet treats, handmade & homemade gifts are truly priceless ways to share how much someone means to you.
But, if you’re like me, it’s not always easy to come up with simple, yet creative ideas that also fit within a budget.
So today I thought it would be fun to share 50+ gift ideas that cover everything from home decor, to toys, food, home & garden, and even self-care too!
50+ homemade& handmade gift ideas!
decor
Create this high-end looking decor piece for little or nothing using a thrift store vase and joint compound!
2. No-Sew Plaid Pillow CoversÂ
Who doesn’t love a fun and cozy pillow? Plaid is still the rage this holiday season and all you need for these adorable pillows are some napkins and fabric glue!
This fun utensil holder can be painted any color (love the black)! Fill one with wooden spoons or other kitchen items and this will be the perfect gift for the foodie in your life!
4. Boho Style Yarn Wall Hanging
Boho style is still so popular right now and there’s a reason why! Everyone loves the relaxed vibes the decor offers and this fun (and easy) wall hanging will be a hit in any home!
5. Bathtub Tray
You don’t need anything but scrap wood and a little time for this project! But it will be appreciated for years to come! Add some pretty soaps & a candle and you’ve got a thoughtful and oh so special gift!
6. Candles
Speaking of candles-not only do they smell AMAZING but they are pretty decor too that never goes out of style!
7. Floor Mirror
Everyone needs a floor-length mirror in their home, right? This one was inspired by Pottery Barn but the difference is it was SUPER inexpensive to make!
8. Wreath
The options are endless when it comes to making a wreath. Whether seasonal or every day, farmhouse or boho, fresh or faux, it’s will be as unique as the person receiving it!
9. Cozy Blanket
Everyone needs a cozy blanket to snuggle under during the upcoming chillier months and beyond! This one only requires a few supplies and even the little can help!
The perfect gift for someone on your list that LOVES plants but doesn’t exactly have a green thumb!
food
11. Sugar Cookies
A favorite holiday cookie all wrapped up so pretty and ready for someone’s tummy!
12.Candy Bark
This Cranberry Almond Bark is so yummy and festive all it needs for wrapping is a simple mason jar and some ribbon!
13. Chocolate Sauce
Chocolate…Sauce. Need I say more?
14. Vanilla Extract
This widely used baking ingredient can get spendy if you buy the good stuff! Why not gift a bottle or two to your favorite bakers!
15. Hot Cocoa Mix
A cup of hot cocoa creates smiles and laughter. Enough said.
An easy yet SUPER delish gift idea! Wrap it up with a cutting board and a crusty loaf of bread for a gift that will be gone before you can say Merry Christmas!
17. Cinnamon Bread
Homemade bread any morning puts a smile on my face. And it will on whoever receives this gift along with the tools needed to bake another loaf!
18.Pancakes in a jar
This is such a genius-yet SUPER simple food gift that I’m literally stealing it this year and giving it to all my breakfast loving neighbors and friends!
19.Caramels
Nothing says “I LOVE YOU” more than gifting a soft-gooey caramel! Except maybe if you sprinkle a bit of salt on them!
A delicious lip-smacking treat for many breakfasts to come!
 for the littles
21. Car Play Mat
If you can sew- have one hour of free time and some scrap material, you’re going to give a little car racing fan the BEST CHRISTMAS EVER!
22. Puzzles
Puzzles are not only an amazing learning tool, they are FUN too!
23. Hulu Hoop Tent
Get out your Hulu hoop and sewing machine-it’s time to make some kid’s dream gift!
24. Playdough
I’m a Grandma and I STILL love to play with playdough! The littles will too!
This is such a fun craft and gift to do with littles to GIVE to littles! Bonus? They can ‘pretend’ to have their very own pet!
26. Puppets
These little cuties would make the perfect stocking stuffers! Or tie one or two onto another gift for an ‘extra’ special someone!
27. Bath Paint
Know a little that doesn’t like bath time? I bet they will now!!!
home & garden
28. Bird Feeder
Someone’s trash can be another garden treasure!
Anyone could use this budget-friendly but oh so thoughtful gift! Especially those with littles!
30. Planters
Grab a bunch of pretty tiles from your local Habitat for Humanity for cheap and make these gorgeous planters for someone who has a green thumb!
It’s on in the details and this gift will show just how much effort and LOVE you put into it!
A beautiful way to add delicious scents to any home!
33. Wool Dryer Balls
Stay with me here, friends! Yes, dryer balls! Imagine a pretty gift basket filled with some of that homemade laundry detergent, some all-natural cleaning supplies, paper towels, wipes, hand sanitizer, and these fuzzy dryer balls! Can you say perfect gift for the new home buyer, college student, or all-around clean nerd like me? YES!
34.Potpourri
Is there really any better gift to be given than something handmade, beautiful, AND smells amazing? I think not!
Every avid gardener I know, including me, would LOVE this thoughtful gift!
36.Birdhouse
Got a bird lover on your list? Why not make them something they will cherish just as much as their winged friends!
37. Sachets
These lovely and fragrant sachets are the perfect gift for anyone who loves the smell of lavender and has a closet or a dresser filled with clothes! But give them to a romantic soul and you’ll have their heart forever!
A simple yet SUPER sweet gift that can have your personal touch stamped all over it!
Know someone who loves to entertain? They’ll not only appreciate this gift, they’ll be using it the next time you’re invited over!
40.Herb Pots
Even if the foodie in your life has EVERYTHING, they will never have enough fresh herbs!
SELF CARE
41. Peppermint Vanilla Foot Soak
Pair this AMAZINGLY refreshing foot soak with a nail file, lotion, and some pretty nail polish for someone who would LOVE a pedicure right now!
42. Body Scrub
I call this a jar of happiness Whoever gets it will too! It’s not only has a delicious scent combo it’s amazing for your skin too!
43. Lip Balm
Their adorable(perfect stocking stuffer), all-natural and they make your lips feel AMAZING!!! Drop the mic! Yes, please!
I can’t think of anything more relaxing than taking a nice hot bath. Except maybe taking one filled with my favorite scents!
Something that looks good enough to eat HAS to be good for your skin! P.S. Who wouldn’t love this gift?
46. Shower Steamers
Believe it or not, there are folks out there not fans of baths! If you’ve got one on your list, this gift will make YOU their biggest fan!
47. Natural Blush
This ‘make up’ is so natural you could actually eat it. But give it to that someone special who needs a little ‘color boost’ and has concerns about what goes on their skin.
48. Face Mask
This isn’t the kind you and everyone else has had to wear these last 9 months! Nope! This is the kind that you put on in your PJ’s while you watch a Christmas movie marathon on the Hallmark channel!
49. Hand Cream
Everyone’s hands have gone through the wringer this past year so this gift will definitely be appreciated by ALL!
50. Body Wash
Three ingredients and you’re on your way to gifting a product (IE homemade) that millions of people use every day. Make it personal and that special someone will think about you every time they use it!
and if those 50 gift ideas aren’t enough here’s a few ‘extra’ special gift ideas for those really hard to gift folks on your list!
51. Keepsake Christmas Ornament
New parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents will cherish this gift idea for years and years to come!
52.Kahlua
Want to give an impressive gift that makes you look like you spent a lot of money but didn’t? Homemade liqueur is it!
This gift had me at Mason jar! But then I saw how SUPER cute and personal these magnets were and now I can’t wait to make them AND gift them!
54. Gift Baskets
If all else fails and you can’t decide on just ONE gift then a gift basket is exactly what you need! Theme or no theme you can fill it inexpensively with thoughtful, fun, and even yummy items!
55. Last but not least…Give the gift of your time! Whether that means shoveling snow, picking up groceries, babysitting, or just visiting with someone (socially distanced)…your time can mean a LOT and it’s a gift for most that is priceless!
And that is a wrap! Pun intended!
Fifty-five wonderfully thoughtful, creative, and for the most part, inexpensive ways you can show someone just how much they mean to you this holiday season!
I hope you are all inspired to create something with your own hands for those you love!
A HUGE thank you to all the amazingly talented bloggers who created such wonderful gift ideas! You made it so easy to come up with a list filled with inspiration! Hugs!
Thank you for stopping by too!
A wonderful collection of gift ideas, I think I would be happy to receive any of those handmade food gifts. Thank you for including my planters.
You are so very welcome, Claire! I absolutely ADORE them! Such an amazing and creative idea!
These are all such great ideas! I love getting anything food-related for Christmas (or any other time of the year!). Thank you for including me in your post! I appreciate that so much! Shared and pinned!
Thanks for sharing these awesome gift ideas. These are really helpful and beautiful.
You are very welcome, Brigitte! I’m so glad you enjoyed the post!