DIY Stocking Stuffers: 65 Easy Handmade Holiday Gifts

Cover bangle bracelets in fabric from an old flannel shirt or pj bottoms to create fashion-forward jewelry that makes a thoughtful handmade gift.

If your male friends and family members care about keeping their beards moisturized in the cold winter months, whip up a batch of beard balm for stocking stuffers this holiday season.

Dyeing fabrics with indigo is an age-old technique that has never gone out of style. (And for good reason!) Use this natural dye to transform a simple white linen scarf to make a gift that's both timeless and on trend.

What’s tiny, trendy and makes a perfect stocking stuffer for your bookworm friends? These tassel bookmarks made with paper clips. If you can make a tassel (don’t worry, it’s really easy), you can make these cute office supplies from the blog Life on Waller.

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There’s no such thing as being too organized. Help your jewelry-loving friends keep their rings, bracelets and necklaces in place with these elegant and modern clay dishes. Made from terra-cotta polymer clay, these rustic pieces can be accented with any colors you choose.

Monogrammed items are always in style — so is cross-stitch; this easy needle art has made a major comeback thanks the popularity of antique and vintage items. Our how-to instructions below make it easy to personalize a linen tea towel with their initial for a charming handmade gift.

If there’s one time of year that you need to remember to relax and pamper yourself, it’s the holidays. Help friends handle seasonal stress with a cute, DIY pedicure jar from Suburban Simplicity, complete with nail polish, a nail file and all the other items needed for the perfect pedi.

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Our how-to instructions below will make it easy to customize a plain pocket notepad with the recipient's star sign using scrapbooking mini brads and simple embroidery.

Help your friends and family enjoy even the chilliest of winter days with these cozy + festive hand warmers. Use up your old flannel clothing or buy a few thrift store shirts or pajamas to make these.

From keys to purses and everything in between, add some sass to this year's stockings with shrink film charms you can make in a flash. Bake up a big batch using our free, printable template and the step-by-step instructions, below.

Give just the right amount of something sweet by filling small glass vials with various candies. Nerds, Sour Worms and Snowcaps are great options for catering to different candy preferences.

Looking for a stocking stuffer that’s a little less ordinary to give your girlfriends this holiday? Make these minimalist marbled ring cones from The Wholesome Handbook. Everything about this DIY gift, from the black and white clay to the gold accents, is simply perfect.

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If you’ve got friends who can’t get enough of the galaxy trend (and really, isn’t that all of us?) make this gorgeous, glittery galaxy soap from Beauty Crafter. With a large-enough batch you can make enough stocking stuffers for all the shining stars in your life.

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In just four steps, you can turn untanned leather into a personalized keychain that drivers new and old are sure to love.

Green up your party guests' thumbs with these take-home surprises that truly are the gift that keeps giving. Following the included instructions, your guests can plant the tubers, root starts or seeds in their yard for an abundance of beautiful blooms.

Lip balm is a necessity for many of us during winter's coldest months. Ensure they'll always have a handy supply with this clever how-to that shows you how to fill an old locket with a custom-mixed blend of ingredients that'll keep cracked lips at bay.

Don’t forget about the dog moms and dads on your gift list! With the right supplies, you could easily whip up a large batch of these personalized dog tags for all the animal lovers in your circle.

When in doubt, give the gift of chocolate. These chocolate coconut stirring spoons are a cinch to whip up. Wrap them in clear plastic bags and festive ribbon, and you have a great last-minute (and delicious!) stocking stuffer.

No one likes tangled earbuds, but they can be so tough to keep organized. With this nifty, ultra-simple leather headphone taco, your gift recipients can keep their cords organized in a stylish way.

Put fresh herbs to work to create lotion bars that smell amazing and are a real treat for dry winter hands.

Want your friends and family members to actually use the stocking stuffers you give them? Make an accessory for something they carry everywhere they go. The tapestry fabric and embroidery thread on this DIY phone case from Always Rooney will take any cell from boring to boho.

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This DIY from HonestlyYum is one gift that your friends and family won’t be expecting. Inexpensive, inventive and useful, these coffee filter tea sachets are hand-cut and sewn, and filled with your choice of loose tea.

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Everyone loves receiving a snuggly scarf during the holidays; they're a great small gift for friends, coworkers and family. Find out how to easily give an ordinary scarf an extraordinary makeover by adding initials or a fun phrase with buttons.

For something really sweet, consider giving infused sugars like the ones shown here by Eden Passante of Sugar and Charm. Just layer sugar and the dry ingredient of your choice in a sealed container for a few days to let the flavor set. Try dried fruit, vanilla beans, coffee beans, lavender or all of the above!

Got a lot of wine corks lying around? Then you’re on your way to making these adorable DIY cat toys from Sweet Makes Three! Your friends’ and family’s pets will go crazy for the lightweight corks and the feathers on these inventive gifts.

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Made inside a CD tin, this sweet treat is sure to be a holiday hit. Melt 2 parts dark or semi-sweet chocolate to 1 part white chocolate. Fill the bottoms of CD tins 2/3 full with dark chocolate, then add white chocolate by zig-zagging over the dark chocolate. While the chocolate is still warm, use a toothpick to drag the white chocolate through the dark chocolate. Next, repeat in the opposite direction, then sprinkle crushed peppermints on top. Cool completely before adding the lid and sealing with decorative tape.

Mittens with no knitting required? Yes, please! Take old sweaters (or thrift store purchases) and turn them into beautiful, cozy mittens with this neat DIY from Feathering My Nest.

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Get the award for most creative gift (and satisfy the artists in your friend circle) with this ingenious watercolor painting kit made from an empty mint tin. While you could just buy a watercolor kit, the upcycled version is so much cuter and more fun.

Celebrate your favorite book lover with these colorful, cute confetti bookmarks. Follow the link below to learn how to make these and two other confetti crafts.

Holiday parties mean more people in your house — including the bathroom — which means all the more reason to keep every room smelling fresh. Your friends and family will love (and perhaps chuckle at) this essential oil toilet spray idea from Life With Wings.

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Friends and family will love these adorable fuse bead drink covers that also double as coasters. Quietly steal your kids' Perler beads, because you'll want to make a big batch of these adorable double-duty gifts ASAP.

Using just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a flavorful, infused salt to give as a gift to your favorite foodie or holiday hostess. Or, keep the savory seasonings to kick up your own culinary game.

Losing your keys is tough if you have a fashionable, eye-catching keychain. The bright, cheery embroidery thread on these friendship bracelet-inspired keychains from Alice & Lois will stand out anywhere, and you’ll have fun mixing up the designs to suit each of your favorite pals.

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With pumpkin, brown sugar and coconut oil, this sugar scrub is an indulgent and luxurious gift for your friends and family members who are in need of a little pampering this winter. Be sure to whip up extra so you can try this sweet DIY yourself!

Basic craft supplies are all you need to turn glass gems (found in the floral supply area of your local craft store) and photos into customized magnets that put their favorite memories on display.

Create several gifts from one vintage license plate by making cut metal keychains. Search antique stores for old steel plates ranging in different letters and numbers. Use metal snips to cut out the letters and numbers, then sandpaper the edges. Add a hole along the top with a drill and a 1/8-inch drill bit, then attach a metal key ring into the hole.

Give the gift of relaxation with this easy-to-make salt scrub. Combine 4 cups coarse sea salt, 1-1/2 cups coconut oil and 20 drops lavender essential oil to a large bowl. Mix completely, then fold in 1/4 cup buds of dried lavender. Fill small canning jars with the mixture, add the lid and top with a circle of decorative paper before adding the ring. Finish with ribbon and a sprig of dried lavender for a pretty presentation.

Made from inexpensive white porcelain tiles (found at the hardware store) and a stencil, this coaster set makes an elegant, thoughtful gift you might be tempted to keep for yourself.

For the over-21 friends on your list, these festive, infused liquors are a thoughtful gift you can make with just a few common kitchen ingredients and standard spirits. Follow the link below to snag recipes to make ginger-anise vodka, hot and spicy vodka and vanilla-cinnamon bourbon.

Got friends who love gold? Make these awesome DIY ring dishes, found on TaylorBradford.com. The gold-dipped toy animals are the perfect mix of glam and whimsical, and this handmade gift is way easier (and less expensive) than it looks.

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Mug cakes are the perfect treat when you want just a little bit of sweetness but don’t want to break out all of your baking supplies. A mug cake kit like this one from Homan at Home is the perfect way to gift this simple pleasure to the people you care about.

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Instead of dropping tons of cash on personalized coasters (because who wants a coaster with your name and wedding date on it?), make stylish versions that your guests can and will want to use again and again. All you need to make these pretty wood coasters is a dead tree branch, a table saw and paint.

Due to their many health, beauty and culinary uses, these fragrant oils are all the rage right now. Make your own from olive oil and plants from the garden and adorn with a customized tag.

These delightful DIY sewing kits are so simple to make, and they are great to keep in a purse or car for fashion emergencies.

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These holiday cocktails are an elegant gift any grown-up will love. Mix your favorite holiday cocktail in a large batch, then fill vintage-inspired bottles with the cocktails. Print our free downloadable label on sticker paper and add the name of your cocktail to the label by writing or printing. We used 12-ounce bottles to hold two servings.

Small vintage tins filled with sweet or savory treats are always a welcome gift. After all, who doesn't love homemade goodies?!

You’re never too old for glitter and pom-poms; at least, that’s what I think! Your gal pals of all ages will love these cute, glittery barrettes, and you’ll love that they’re super easy to make, even down to the homemade pom-poms!

Upcycle utensils into pretty herb markers for your loved ones' gardens by marking silver spoons, knives and forks with an inexpensive metal-stamping kit.

A small framed photo makes a thoughtful gift for most folks on your list and is a sentimental stocking stuffer. Our friends at HGTV Magazine share tips for making these crafty frames plus five more small handmade gifts below.

Combine your favorite spices in adorable glass bottles to create a custom blend for your favorite tea lovers.

Give a gift that reminds your loved ones to relax and recharge. Because these bath bombs are made in a muffin tin, they’re a great gift to make in bulk.

No snow in the forecast for your area? Make snow globes! These Mason jar snow globes are great gifts for the kids in your family, and they’re easy enough that little ones could help make them as well.

If you’re especially short on time, this DIY is for you. With a little craft paint in any color you choose and a few more supplies, you can transform store-bought wooden cooking utensils into a vibrant, cheery gift.

Jewelry makes a great special occasion gift, but it's even more memorable when it's made by hand. For a handmade gift they'll love wearing, shape air-dry clay into a customized bracelet with limitless creative possibilities.

Delight the little artists on your gift list with these homemade and personalized art supplies. Our friends at HGTV Magazine share tips for making these cute crayons, plus five more small handmade gifts, below.

It’s hard to go wrong with food-themed gifts, but sometimes the preparation can be tough to pull off, especially if you’re short on time. Made from just a few pantry staples, these mouthwatering sweet and spicy pecans are quick, easy and inexpensive to whip up in a big batch.

A little creativity, Velcro and iron-on adhesive tape (or felt glue) are all you need to turn budget-friendly felt into a clever gift for all the coffee-lovers on your list.

If someone on your gift list is always on the go, follow the how-to instructions from HGTV Magazine to craft a global-themed luggage tag that they'll be sure to love.

With just a little creativity, you can turn a scrap piece of leather into a fashion-forward pin or hair clip that makes a sweet handmade gift you can give any time of year.

Pencils might not be the most interesting gift on their own, but when you jazz them up with washi tape, they turn into cute, colorful trinkets that are perfect for just about anyone. The hardest part of this super-simple DIY project will be picking out which washi tape design to use.

HGTV Magazine's how-to instructions below make it easy to turn craft store supplies into a fashion-forward accessory.