I remember being little and creating sweet homemade gifts to give to my friends and family. I loved sitting down to create something using nothing but a few crafts supplies, lots of time, and loads of love. Because those times were so memorable and meaningful for me, I want my children to learn all about this too! Above all, that time and love is what gift giving is all about.
I started thinking about some sweet homemade gifts kids can make all on their own. They are perfect for Christmas, for example, but also for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Teacher Gifts, you name it!
One of my favourite gifts for kids to make are these Calming, Lavender Lotion Bars. In the summer, they are wonderful to keep in the fridge to soothe sunburnt skin. And in the winter, they are lovely for moisturizing dry skin after a warm bath. Get the printable step-by-step instructions right here:
So without further ado, (I wonder what “ado” really means? I should likely google it before using it… but…)
I bring you 45 Homemade Gifts Kids Can Make!
Practical Gifts
Beaded Napkin Rings by Buggy and Buddy – Kids who enjoy beading will have a blast making these table decorations as gifts.
Watercolor Bookmarks by Let’s Explore (link no longer available) – What a great way to take kids’ art to make a useful gift.
LEGO Photo Pen Holder by LalyMom – Children who love building with LEGO bricks will enjoy making this pen holder. It’s a great gift for kids to make!
DIY Clay Bowls by Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails – These lovely bowls are easy to make, and I know mamas will love using them every day.
Tie-Dyed Bookmarks by Happy Hooligans – Look at those colors! Who wouldn’t love receiving this homemade bookmark as a present?
Styrofoam Printed Cards by The Artful Parent – A set of handmade cards would be the perfect gift for the letter writers in a child’s life. Or keep them on hand to use as, for example, birthday cards for family members.
Personalized Notebooks by Mum in the Mad House – Prolific writers and note-takers would get a lot of use out of these homemade books.
DIY Computer Wrist Rest by Pink Stripey Socks – Such a cheerful wrist rest! Even more meaningful because it’s made from a child’s art.
Sharpie Art Coasters by Paging Fun Mums – These colorful coasters would surely look like works of art in someone’s living room! They’re so easy and fun!
Tinted Mason Jars by Hands On As We Grow – Children can easily create these colorful mason jars! The jars can house, for example, coins, pencils, tools, and lots more!
Felt Embroidered Coffee Cup Cozies by CraftWhack (link no longer available) – For kids who like to sew and embroider, these look fun to make!
Eco-Friendly Printed Napkin by The Brashear Kids (link no longer available) – Let kids turn a basic napkin into something with more pizzazz! A great gift for those who like to entertain, for example!
Jewelry and Other Wearable Gifts
Washi Tape Wooden Bracelets by Mama Miss – These bracelets look beautiful, and I’m sure adults and kids alike would enjoy receiving them as a present.
Polymer Clay Beads and Jewelry by Babble Dabble Do – These beautiful, colorful beads can be used to make some gorgeous jewelry to give as gifts!
Shrinky Bracelet by Rust & Sunshine (link no longer available) – Kids can explore shrinky art while creating a wearable gift.
Abstract Painted Scarf by Crafting Connections (link no longer available) – I never would have thought of making a scarf this way!
Paper Pulp Pendants by Babble Dabble Do – What family member wouldn’t love to wear these child-made heart pendants?
Handprint and Fingerprint Gifts
Wrapped Up in Lights Fingerprint Frames by Fun-A-Day – I love how the children were “decorated” for the photos included with these frames!
Hand Print Mason Jar by Fun-A-Day – Children’s handprints make some of the most wonderful gifts kids can make! This jar could be used as a vase, to hold spare change or pencils, etc.
Hand Print Sun Catchers by Homegrown Friends – Such a beautiful handprint gift! It is sure to be treasured by any who receives it.
Hand-Shaped Ring Dish by Mama.Papa.Bubba – Kids’ handprints always seem to make the best gifts for family!
Homemade Christmas Ornaments – These sweet homemade Christmas ornaments make the perfect gift for grandparents or other loved ones, and they look so fun to make!
Gifts for the Kitchen
Sandpaper Printed Towels by Toddler Approved – Such a cool process to make a meaningful keepsake!
Modern Hand Painted Trivets by Inner Child Fun – Such fun designs to spice up a kitchen gift. They’re beautiful in addition to being practical!
Painting with Trains on Ceramics by Play Trains – What an amazing idea! Let a child’s love for trains (or cars or trucks) guide the art process of the gift!
DIY Painted Mugs by Glued to My Crafts – Easy instructions for dishwasher-safe mugs! These would certainly become a favorite for coffee or tea drinkers.
Gifts to Display
Wind Spinner – My son worked hard to make this creation his own! What a great gift for someone’s backyard.
Tissue Paper Votive Holders by Craftulate (link no longer available) – A simple and fun craft kids can make and give as table decoration.
Yarn-Wrapped Hearts – An engaging fine motor craft a child can give to show her affection.
Crayon Resist Photo Display by Twodaloo (link no longer available) – Such a cool idea! Make a special gift for displaying photos.
Painted Mosaic Styrofoam Tile Picture Frame by Pink Stripey Socks – This colorful frame looks like it would be such a fun gift for kids can make themselves.
Recycled Art Magnets by Hand Made Kids Art (link no longer available) – Such a useful way to recycle kids’ old artwork! These would make a great gift for grandparents, for example.
Fabric Resist Art Pillows by Meri Cherry (link no longer available) – What a gorgeous art technique for the kids to use as they make pillows to give to their family!
Homemade Snow Globes by Our Best Bites – Something tells me the kids will have as much fun making these as giving them as presents!
Tin Can Lanterns by Kids Craft Room – These lanterns are beautifully thought out and decorated! I think they’d look nice on a back porch, for instance, or maybe in a window.
Melted Bead Sun Catchers by The Artful Parent – Kids can create a colorful piece of art by melting beads, then give the resulting piece as a present. Perfect to decorate someone’s garden.
Glitter Candles by Lessons Learnt Journal – A glittery twist on a traditional child-made gift. Lovely!
DIY Flower Bottles by Studio Sjoesjoe (link no longer available) – I love how such simple materials can be used to create beautiful gifts like these flower bottles.
Pony Bead and Prism Suncatchers by Rhythms of Play – Simple and pretty! Anyone would love to receive this beaded suncatcher.
Edible Gifts
Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix by Fireflies and Mud Pies – Who doesn’t like delicious hot chocolate? Kids can make the simple recipe to share with family and friends.
Homemade Chocolates by Nurture Store – Teach kids how to make delicious chocolates to share with others. Yum!
Potato Soup Mix in a Jar by Inner Child Fun – Kids put together a delicious soup mix for family and friends. In addition, they get the wonderful practice of measuring and mixing!
Bath and Body Gifts
Lavender Lotion Bars – These little lotion bars are so simple to make, and little ones can help each step of the way! They are so gentle, and therefore would be perfect for a baby or young child.
Citrus Sugar Scrub by Happily Ever Mom – I can almost smell the fresh scent of this homemade gift!
Fizzy Scented Bath Bombs by Playdough to Plato – Bath bombs are gifts kids can make, and additionally, they’re a fun science project!
Peppermint Lotion Bars by Ed Snapshots – I bet these lotion bars smell decadent!
Lavender Heart Bath Bombs by Red Ted Art – A homemade gift that encourages relaxation!
What do you think? Loads of inspiration – right? Meaningful and thoughtful, while also being a lovely gift to receive – Win-Win!
And if you’re looking for some homemade card ideas, well, I’ve got you covered for that too! Check out these Homemade Cards for Kids to Make and the absolute Cutest Child-Made Birthday Cards.
Homemade gifts are simply the best – especially when made with tiny hands. Happy gift-making, friends! And with that, I bid you ado…
(…as I go to Google the meaning of the word “ado”)
P.S. Don’t forget to grab your FREE step-by-step instructions for making Calming Lavender Lotion Bars:
