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25 Amazing Homemade Christmas Gifts

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August 12, 2022 By Lisa Sharp 4 Comments

These homemade Christmas gifts are easy to make and great for everyone on your Christmas list this year. You will find some great simple homemade Christmas gift ideas here.

collage of homemade christmas gifts

Christmas is sneaking upon us once again. It seems to do that every year. Over the years I’ve learned that the best way to have a stress-free Christmas is to plan ahead. Anything I can get done before the busyness starts the better. It’s something I believe in so much that I wrote a book about it, A Stress-Free Christmas: A Complete How-To Guide.

One thing I love to do is give homemade gifts. Homemade Christmas gifts are a great way to give a unique gift, often save money, and the gift will be much more meaningful. It’s so much fun to watch someone open a gift that you made them. I know I love receiving homemade gifts as well.

The only issue with DIY Christmas gifts is the time they take to make. I have spent too many Christmases rushing to finish homemade gifts at the last minute, it’s terribly stressful.

Most gifts can be made ahead of time, even a lot of food gifts can be made ahead and frozen. I always plan to make gifts throughout the year but I have to say that didn’t happen this year. Starting now will still help reduce the stress though.

Planning to Make Homemade Christmas Gifts

When planning on making homemade gifts also be realistic with your time. You most likely can’t sew quilts for everyone on your list if you start in September. Be sure to consider how much time you really have and how long something will take. Also, remember that homemade gifts can start to get pricey, you don’t want to blow your budget making them. When looking for supplies check out Michaels and Amazon for good deals.

Making time for making gifts is also important. My eBook A Stress-Free Christmas: A Complete How-To Guide can really help with that. It gives you a lot of great information on preparing for Christmas so you can reduce your stress and have a memorable Christmas.

You can also use a handmade Christmas gift planner like the one from Stone Family Farmstead. It has everything you need for planning your handmade gifts. Or just get a free one-page planning sheet if you don’t need as much help planning. Sign up below for the free version.

Homemade Christmas Gifts You Can Start Making Now

These homemade Christmas gifts are sure to make any one happy and are easy to make ahead of time.

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Coffee Bean Ornaments

Coffee bean ornaments are the perfect customizable gift for all the coffee lovers on your gift list. This easy holiday craft idea is an affordable way to make the season merrier!

Peppermint Bath Bombs

These peppermint bath bombs smell amazing and look great.

Photo Credit: www.youbrewmytea.com

Citrus Basil Sugar Scrub Recipe

You can whip up this sugar scrub in no time and it smells amazing.

Fizzy Peppermint Bath Salts

Someone on your list enjoy a nice hot bath? Give them some of these peppermint bath salts.

Photo Credit: thestressfreechristmas.com

Peppermint DIY Shower Steamers

No one wants a stuffy nose around the holidays. Pop a couple of these in your shower and you will feel better in no time.

Photo Credit: makeanddocrew.com

Cozy Mittens 

These mittens are made using old sweaters and will keep everyone warm this winter.

Mocha Lip Scrub

Skip the chapped lips this holiday season and use this mocha lip scrub.

Photo Credit: lydioutloud.com

Ombre Kitchen Utensils

Someone love to cook or have a new home on your Christmas list? Make them some of these great kitchen utensils.

Photo Credit: www.amodernhomestead.com

Simple Cable Knit Scarf

This beautiful scarf uses a nice and simple pattern that you can whip up in no time.

Photo Credit: www.shrimpsaladcircus.com

Easy Vanilla Coffee Soap Recipe

What could be better than the smell of vanilla and coffee?

Photo Credit: www.applegreencottage.com

Zipper Pouch Tutorial

Even if you are pretty new to sewing you can handle this zipper pouch project.

Photo Credit: www.annsentitledlife.com

O Christmas Tree Wall Hanging

This O Christmas Tree wall hanging is simple and inexpensive to make. Give it as a gift or display it in your own home this holiday season.

DIY Beard Oil Recipe

The bearded guys in your life will love this beard oil.

Photo Credit: www.trialandeater.com

How to Make Vanilla Extract

You can make this vanilla extract with just two simple ingredients.

Photo Credit: premeditatedleftovers.com

DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Travel Game Bag

You can even make homemade Christmas gifts for the kids on your list. This tic-tac-toe travel game is great for kids traveling around the holidays.

Photo Credit: livelaughrowe.com

DIY Woodland Sign

Make this beautiful sign for a friend and maybe make one for yourself while you are at it.

Photo Credit: thestressfreechristmas.com

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix

Who doesn't love hot chocolate during the cold winter months? You can make up a bunch of these for everyone on your list in no time.

Photo Credit: kirbiecravings.com

Homemade DIY Extracts

How cute are these extracts? Any foodie would love to have them.

Peppermint Vanilla Lip Scrub

Another great lip scrub option for the people on your list.

Photo Credit: lemonlimeadventures.com

DIY Harry Potter Potions Ornaments

Harry Potter fans will love these ornaments.

Photo Credit: thestressfreechristmas.com

Homemade Dog Treats

Don't forget the furry friends on your list. Make them some fun dog treats.

Photo Credit: www.homestoriesatoz.com

Mason Jar Picture Frame Vase

Grandparents and parents will love these vases!

Photo Credit: www.the36thavenue.com

DIY Snow Globe Necklace

Any Christmas lover would enjoy having this cute snow globe necklace.

Photo Credit: apumpkinandaprincess.com

DIY Peppermint Mason Jar Candles

This peppermint candles are simple but smell amazing.

Photo Credit: www.infarrantlycreative.net

How to Make a Picture Frame Memory Wreath

This wreath is a beautiful and unique way to display your photos and a wonderful gift.

Photo Credit: diyinspired.com

DIY Paper Christmas Ornaments

This is a great way to use festive holiday paper or even your old Christmas cards.

Photo Credit: www.savorynothings.com

Hot Apple Cider Cinnamon Spice Mix

This recipe for homemade Hot Apple Cider Cinnamon Spice Mix is amazing! It’s easy to make with few ingredients and makes for a perfect DIY Christmas food gift!

Photo Credit: www.1dogwoof.com

Basketweave Cup Cozy Crochet Pattern 

Coffee lovers will enjoy this simple coffee cozy.

How to Make a Rag Wreath

This beautiful wreath can be made for any season and is easy to make with a simple wreath form and scrap pieces of fabric.

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  1. Lydia @ Lydi Out Loud says

    October 7, 2016 at 9:04 am

    What a great round up of gift ideas, I’ve noted many for Christmas presents for this year! Thank you so much for sharing my ombre utensils!

    Reply
    • Sophia says

      July 10, 2020 at 6:07 pm

      These Christmas gifts are perfect! I might try some.

      Reply
  2. Diana says

    November 29, 2022 at 11:18 am

    I am definitely going to try the lip scrub, bath bomb for
    my girls and coffee ornament for my husband. It will Mean more coming from the heart.

    Reply
    • Lisa Sharp says

      December 4, 2022 at 2:16 pm

      Glad you liked these ideas!

      Reply

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