My kids love to give gifts. They come by it honestly, I’ll admit. But with multiple children who have generous hearts, it can get rather expensive. Even though I’m not the craftiest person, my children love to create and make their gifts, which I love!
There are “holidays” for almost every day of the year. In fact, December 5th is Make a Gift Day, which is perfect timing for Christmas! Take a day off school work and make it a full-day event. Your kids will love getting to create their own gifts for those they love!
We encourage our children to use their imaginations and create what they want. Sometimes it is just a colored picture from one of their favorite coloring books. And sometimes its more elaborate. With Christmas quickly approaching, I gathered some DIY gift ideas that kids can make themselves. Of course, I always recommend parental supervision, but these can be done by themselves for the most part.
Tin Can Lanterns | Kids Craft Room
Sock Snowman | Ciao Mama
Candy Cane Reindeer | Jean’s Crafty Corner
Mason Jar Lid Wreath Ornaments | Sadie Seasongoods
Terra Cotta Pot Snowman | Craftown
Santa’s Sleigh with Flying Reindeer | Crafty Morning
DIY Snowman Mason Jar Craft | Crafty Morning
DIY Christmas Peppermint Sugar Scrub | Emma Owl
Nail Varnish Marbled Coasters | The Mad House
Reindeer Footprints | Emma Owl
Snowman Snowglobe | Molly Moo
Garden Wind Chime | Sugar, Spice and Glitter
Handprint Mason Jar Gift | Fun-A-Day
Wooden Bead Bracelet | Rhythms of Play
Kid Made Dish Towels | I Can Teach my Child
Simple and Special Gifts Kids Can Make for Mom and Dad
Kids love to make handmade gifts for Mom and Dad. If you’re looking for some simple projects for that purpose, then check out these inspirational and creative ideas.
DIY Clay Link Necklace | Hello Glow
Abstract Art Travel Mug | Joy in the Works
Homemade Painted Rock Photo Holder | Buggy and Buddy
Homemade Painted Bead Necklace | Oh Creative Day
Painted Glass Jar Keepsake | Pocket of Preschool
Salt Dough Handprint Ornament | The Best Ideas for Kids
Marbled Handprint Jewelry Dish & Ring Bowl | Rhythms of Play
DIY Handprint Ornaments | Heathered Nest
DIY Children’s Sharpie Art Ornaments | Simple As That
Sharpie Art Coaster | Paging Fun Mums
Felt Ribbon Bookmark | The DIY Dreamer
Energizing Lemon Sugar Scrub with Essential Oils | Lemon Lime Adventures
DIY Christmas Wall Decoration Kids Can Make | Swoodson Says
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DIY Crayon Lip Balm | Raising Lifelong Learners
Homemade Heat Pad | The Happy Housewife
Homemade Soap Balls | Like a Bubbling Brook
Paper Mache Platter | Happy Hooligans
Painted Flower Pots | Kids Stuff World
Handprint Apron for Moms or Grandmas | Simply Kierste
5 DIY Holiday Baked Gifts in a Jar | Cul-de-sac Cool
Handmade Oven Mitt | Momma D and Da Boyz
Fingerprint Christmas Light Frame | Fun-a-Day
Dollar Store Mugs | How Does She
DIY Kids LEGO Slime Ornament | Little Bins for Little Hands
Personalized Kid-Made Man Cave Coasters | Playground Parkbench
Kid-Made Christmas Scribble Mug | I Heart Arts n Crafts
Four Season Handprint & Fingerprint Tree Art | Rhythms of Play
Kid Made Salt Dough Paperweight | Lemon Lime Adventures
Kid Painted Chevron Tea Towel | B-Inpsired Mama
Abstract Painted Scarf | Crafting Connections
Easy Bath Bombs for Kids to Make and Give | Red Ted Art
Holly and Mistle”toes” | Danya Banya
Clay Fingerprint Family Ornament | The Pinterested Parent
Salt Dough Snowman Keepsake | Learning and Exploring through Play
Mess-Free Tie Dye Scarf | Parents
Treat Yourself Spa | Parents
Beaded Clay Necklaces | Parents
DIY Painted Salad Tongs | Parents
DIY Snowman Mugs | Messy Little Monsters
Clay Footprint Bowl | Messy Little Monsters
DIY Child’s Drawing Keyrings | Messy Little Monsters
23 Creative Handmade Gifts
Use this arsenal of 23+ creative and unique gifts that cover all skill levels, from the easiest crafts to slightly more involved like knitting. I love giving gifts. I love to see a person’s face when they receive a gift. It just brings me joy. The problem is that I just don’t have much money to spare.
Making gifts vice buying one seems like the way to go these days. Giving a handmade gift to a family is a great way to give simple, meaningful gifts and still stay in your budget. Save some of these ideas for birthdays or even the holidays.
Discover 23+ creative and unique handmade gifts for all skill sets from An Oregon Cottage.
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Annette has been married to her husband and best friend since 2003. Together they are raising their six children to follow the Lord’s will, no matter what. Annette longs for the day when she will meet her angel babies who have entered heaven before her. She enjoys creating UNIT STUDIES and FREE PRINTABLES for homeschool families. You can follow her crazy life at In All You Do where she blogs about homeschooling, homemaking and marriage while trying to maintain her sanity. She is also the owner of Thrifty Homeschoolers where she shares her tips on homeschooling without breaking the bank.
