Christmas is just a week away, so if you plan to make any DIY gifts this season, now is the perfect moment to get started.
To help you decide what to make, I compiled a curated list of my favorite DIY gift projects for the holidays—only the best, most giftable ideas. Whether you’re crafting for friends, family, coworkers, or that tricky-to-shop-for person, there’s something here for everyone.
This list includes 89 thoughtful projects, so you’re very likely to find several options that suit the people on your list.
1. DIY statement necklace made from wire
2. Woven leather basket (DIY from Hello Glow)
3. Matisse-inspired t-shirts from The House That Lars Built
4. DIY basket bag
5. DIY rope bowls
6. Canvas DIY wine bags
7. Macramé handbag (DIY from Fábrica de Imaginación)
8. DIY clay earrings
9. Monstera leaf pillow (DIY)
10. DIY leather-stamped flasks
11. 3D planter (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
12. DIY punch rug artwork (from Fall for DIY)
13. Velvet earring tags (DIY from Oleander and Palm)
14. DIY mini beaded rings (from Fall for DIY)
15. DIY skinny bow tie (for anyone)
16. Printable inspirational quote prints
17. DIY pom-pom earrings (from Honestly WTF)
18. DIY concrete photo holder (also doubles as a paperweight)
19. DIY statement earrings
20. Colorful concrete vase (DIY)
21. Grapefruit-thyme sugar scrub (DIY from Fall for DIY)
22. Canvas-and-leather lunch bag (DIY)
23. Leather-and-brass DIY necklace
24. A collection of 24 different mason jar gift ideas—versatile and fun for many recipients.
25. Painterly art prints (free downloads available)
26. DIY macramé bag (from A Pair and a Spare)
27. Roll-up organizer for craft supplies (DIY)
28. DIY poncho wrap scarf
29. DIY beret
30. Earring-dome organizer (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
31. Leather drawstring bag (DIY)
32. Bug-patch boots (DIY from Honestly WTF)
33. Quick-sew apron (DIY in 10 minutes)
34. DIY painter shoes (shoe makeover)
35. Gold geometric statement earrings (DIY from A Beautiful Mess)
36. Triangle leather pouch (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
37. Dyed faux-fur rug (DIY)
38. Wire portrait (Picasso-inspired DIY from The House That Lars Built)
39. DIY scented soy candles
40. DIY weaving loom (two sizes)
41. Hand-lettered wall art (DIY, budget-friendly)
42. Color-blocked clock (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
43. Dyed hankies (DIY) — a great handmade gift for men
44. DIY pom-pom beanies
45. Polymer-clay knot paperweight (DIY from Fall for DIY)
46. Two-ingredient lip gloss pots (quick DIY)
47. Fringe jean jacket makeover (DIY)
48. Large-scale weaving wall art (5-minute decor hack)
49. Leather luggage tags (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
50. Wood-and-leather covered notebooks (DIY)
51. Stuffed whale toy (DIY from The House That Lars Built)
52. Hanging planter hack (DIY)
53. Stamped metal bracelets (DIY)
54. Linen eye mask (DIY from A Pair and a Spare)
55. Earring stand (DIY from The Merrythought)
56. Mini planters and how to color plaster (DIY)
57. Brass curve necklace (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
58. Rolled beeswax candles (DIY from Oh Happy Day)
59. Sewn leather pouches (DIY)
60. Natural room sprays (DIY)
61. Cafe apron sewn in 10 minutes (DIY)
62. Graphic tees (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
63. Painted pattern roller skates (DIY from The House That Lars Built)
64. Knit potholders (DIY from Homey Oh My)
65. Mini jewelry dish made with a box lid (quick DIY)
66. Eye-shaped sewn clutch (DIY)
67. Geometric cutting boards (IKEA hack-style DIY)
68. Affordable candle votives (DIY)
69. Denim clutch (transform old jeans into a clutch in about an hour)
70. Crossbody bag for under $10 (DIY)
71. Copper hair accessory (DIY)
72. Hand-lettered clutch idea (DIY)
73. Indigo-marbled ornaments (DIY from Alice and Lois)
74. Color-blocked leather keychains (DIY)
75. Faux ceramic ring cone (DIY from Almost Makes Perfect)
76. Natural two-ingredient lip balms (DIY)
77. Color-glazed stacked vases (DIY from Sugar & Cloth)
78. Fabric cocktail napkins (DIY)
79. Bathtub caddy (DIY)
80. Raffia pom-pom sandals (DIY)
81. IKEA-hack two-tier jewelry dish (quick DIY)
82. Raw stone earring set (DIY)
83. Fold-over clutch (sewing DIY)
84. DIY art hack for custom artwork
85. Succulent planters (DIY from Hello Glow)
86. Dip-dyed woven baskets (10-minute DIY)
87. Terracotta ornaments (DIY) — also great as gift toppers
88. Plaster cheeseboards (DIY from Sugar & Cloth)
89. DIY statement tassels
Are you making any of your holiday gifts this year? Which projects on this list are your favorites?