17 DIY Holiday Gifts You Can Make At Home
Whether you’re an expert crafter or you’ve run out of time to find the perfect present for that special someone (hey, it happens!), we've got you covered this holiday season. Here, we’ve compiled a list of ideas that range from personalized gift sets that can be thrown together with items you've got at home to DIY decorations and delicious homemade baked goods.
Homemade Limoncello
This homemade limoncello takes a bit of prep (okay, 14 days of steeping), but it’s definitely worth breaking out the good bottle of vodka. Get our homemade limoncello recipe.
Herbes de Provence Salt
It’s hard to justify purchasing gourmet salts for yourself, so why not spoil someone you love with a homemade version that's just as fancy as the store-bought kind? Recipe here.
Colour Blocked Yarn Ornaments
While these ornaments wouldn’t look out of place in a trendy home decor store, they are so easy to make that you can do it yourself. Tutorial here.
DIY Snow Globes
This upcycled DIY project uses materials you can find around the house and is fun to make with kids. Tutorial here.
Chocolate-Hazelnut Salami
Forget gourmet chocolates this holiday season—surprise your loved ones with a homemade hazelnut-chocolate salami. Add some biscuits and nuts, and you have yourself a sweet charcuterie board. Recipe here.
Teardrop Terrarium
Go green this holiday season with a chic succulent planter. Instructions here.
Homemade Soap
While learning to make soap is a time investment, it's a skill you can use all year long. Tutorial here.
Peppermint Meringue Kisses
Slide these colourful treats into upcycled mason jars or festive paper bags for a sweet and eco-friendly gift. Recipe here.
DIY Mixology Kit
Throw a set of cocktail accessories into a mason jar and gift it to the budding mixologist in your life. More mason jar gift ideas here.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
You can’t go wrong with edible gifts—and these bite-sized peanut butter balls never fail to impress. Recipe here.
Foraged Wreath
Making your own wreath is easier than you might think—and you can find the materials in your backyard! Tutorial here.
Tea Lover’s Gift Set
A loaf of tea cake, a teapot and loose tea make a cozy gift. Recipe here.
Hanukkah Garland Pouch
While this present requires some craft skills, the adorable storage pouch prevents tangling and ensures that the recipient's holiday decorating will go smoothly for years to come. They will think of you (and thank you) every year. Tutorial here.
Vegan Chocolate Truffles
These truffles only require three ingredients to make and they're perfect for the vegans in your life (and anyone who loves chocolate). Recipe here.
Unique Stationery Sets
Buy stylish notebooks, pens and pencils in bulk and put together thoughtful stationery sets when you need easy, last-minute gifts for friends and co-workers.
Chocolate-Orange Biscotti Wedges
Make these delicious biscotti wedges for the Terry's Chocolate enthusiast in your life. Recipe here.
Homemade Irish Cream
Spread a little bit of holiday cheer with this homemade Irish cream, which tastes just like Bailey's. Recipe here.
Cookies In A Jar
The perfect gift for the baker in your life? A beautiful mason jar filled with all the dry ingredients needed to whip up a batch of delicious gingerbread cookies. All they need is to do is add eggs, butter and molasses! Recipe here.
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