There is no rule that you have to break the bank during the holidays. Securing the perfect gift for the special people in your life is not worth falling into debt. Sometimes, the most thoughtful gifts are the ones that are made by hand. You don’t have to be a craft expert to give your people an intentional, handmade gift. Here are seven homemade gift ideas that will light up your loved ones holiday.
Mason Jar Pie
If the person you’re trying to celebrate is a sweet lover, then the perfect gift is a mason jar pie. There are so many options to choose from, including blueberry pie, apple pie and pecan pie. Essentially, it’s an individual serving size of pie in a cute and decorative mason jar, making it one of the top unique homemade gift ideas.
Knitted Scarf
For the creative who loves needle and thread, one fun gift to make might be a knitted scarf. It’s cold outside and the temperature is dropping. Everyone needs a colorful and warm scarf.
Hand Scrubs
Give the gift of soft and supple skin with a homemade hand scrub. The options are endless, since you can create a hand scrub using everyday household items. Try a fun sugar scrub, an Epsom salt hand scrub, a honey scrub or a coconut oil scrub.
Jewelry
Other excellent DIY homemade gift ideas that you can create are earrings, necklaces and bracelets. Grab some colorful, quality beads, and try different jewelry making techniques.
Bath Bombs
When making homemade bath bombs, it may feel like more of a science experiment than a DIY craft project. This gift idea is full of essential oils and fizzy fun. You’ll need bicarbonate of soda, citric acid, corn flour, Epsom salt, coconut or olive oil, and essential oils to start. This gift will be perfect for the spa lover in your life who wants to rest and relax.
Homemade Soaps
Another fun, DIY gift for a spa day are homemade soaps. Some basic ingredients you’ll need are oil, water and lye. To add more color and fragrance, you can add herbs, plant oils and extracts.
Cake Pops
Cake pops are another gift for those who love sweets. They are fun-loving and tasty treats. It’s essentially cake on a popsicle stick, and you can make it in any flavor. Get creative and add icing and sprinkles to add an extra pop.