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75+ Handmade Gifts Under $5

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Don’t let your budget deter you from having an enjoyable Christmas season. Try one of these handmade gifts that cost under $5!

Christmas is the time to remember: It’s not all about the cost of the gift, but the thought that you put into the gift. Yes, there are those who may feel different, but for the people who are close to you in your life, they are more likely to be appreciative of the time and care you put into the gift than how much money you spent on it. People love being recognized and thought of, and managing your budget with handmade Christmas gifts is a wonderful opportunity to show how much you care.

Here are 75+ Handmade Gift ideas to get you going!

75+ Handmade Gifts Under $5

75+ Handmade Gifts Under $5

Don’t let your budget deter you from having an enjoyable Christmas season. Try one of these handmade gifts that cost under $5!

DIY Key Fobs

Photo Credit: lilluna.com

You could sew up a key fob for mom, one for you, and a few for your girlfriends in just an hour or so. Key Fobs for everyone!

DIY Mason Jar Sewing Kit

Photo Credit: www.momtastic.com

Be ready to mend holes and rips anytime with this DIY mason jar sewing kit.

Easy Scrapbooking Coasters Craft

Photo Credit: seemomclick.com

This Easy Scrapbooking Coasters Craft is really quite simple to make even if you’re not an experienced paper crafter. 

DIY Jewelry Storage

Photo Credit: blog.monaluna.com

A convenient, accessible place for your jewelry that doesn’t take up surface area!

Christmas Oven Mittens

Photo Credit: www.iheartnaptime.net

Dress up oven mittens a little with some fabric scraps!

Macaron Coin Purse 

Photo Credit: www.craftpassion.com

Almost cute enough to eat!

Etched Hot Cocoa Jar 

Photo Credit: www.oopseydaisyblog.com

An etched hot cocoa jar with all of the fixings for your friends and family to create their own hot cocoa!

Beaded Leather Wristlet 

Photo Credit: www.ialwayspickthethimble.com

Sometimes a simple little bracelet is all you need and these beaded wristlets are a great project for any beginning jewelry maker.

Brownies in a Jar | Homemade Gift with FREE Printable Gift Tag

Photo Credit: bakeplaysmile.com

'Brownies in a Jar' make the perfect homemade gift for a teacher, friend or neighbour. Includes a free printable recipe label gift tag.

Lime and Mint DIY Foot Soak

Photo Credit: tidymom.net

This simple to make Lime & Mint DIY Foot Soak packaged up in a cute jar with a label you can download and print for free would make a great gift for any Mom.  Great idea for Teacher Appreciation Gift too!

Homemade Infused Olive Oils

Photo Credit: www.lucismorsels.com

These olive oils are simple to make and these cute glass jars are the perfect size for a homemade gift.

Floral Spoons

Photo Credit: www.smartschoolhouse.com

This involves making beautiful spoons that can be used for serving salt and sugar

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Photo Credit: tidymom.net

Learn how to make homemade vanilla extract.The secret to making your own is using quality vanilla beans. It makes a great homemade gift!

DIY Orange Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub

Photo Credit: boulderlocavore.com

A creamy, gentle all natural exfoliating scrub: DIY Homemade Orange Coconut Oil Sugar Scrub with free printable labels. A perfect gift idea!

Berry Basket Succulent Planters 

Photo Credit: thehappyhousie.porch.com

These Berry Basket Succulent Planters fit perfectly with that ethos: quick, easy, cute, & casual. A perfect little accent for your deck.

5 Minute Infinity Scarf

Photo Credit: sweetcsdesigns.com

5 Minute Infinity Scarf

Easy Rose Gold Foiled Pencil Cup

Photo Credit: damasklove.com

A simple way to add sparkle to your desk.

Vanilla Bean Sugar Scrub

Photo Credit: www.goodlifeeats.com

How to make vanilla scented sugar and a homemade vanilla bean sugar scrub recipe.

DIY Sharpie Mugs for Easy Personalized Gifts

Photo Credit: jennifermaker.com

This mug is one of the easiest and most personalizable DIY gifts you can make.

Birch Pillar DIY Candle Holder Makes a Great Gift

Photo Credit: diycandy.com

Learn how to make a birch pillar DIY candle holder. Would make a pretty wedding decoration or even a wedding or anniversary gift.

Stenciled Tea Towels

Photo Credit: www.number-2-pencil.com

These would make beautiful and thoughtful personalized gifts too. Perfect for a hostess gift or a bridal shower.

Colorful Chalkboard Calendar

Photo Credit: www.hawthorneandmain.com

Here is how you can make one of these colorful chalkboard calendars for yourself!

10-Minute DIY Milk & Honey Soap

Photo Credit: www.happinessishomemade.net
This easy DIY Milk and Honey soap can be made in just 10 minutes, and it boasts lots of great skin benefits from the goats milk and honey! A wonderful quick and easy homemade gift idea!

Card Holder Phone Case

Photo Credit: www.lanaredstudio.com

Card Holder Phone Case

DIY Jewelry Tray

Photo Credit: www.stylemepretty.com

This is an easy (and space efficient!) DIY that allows you to organize your jewels in the prettiest way.

Hello There Stenciled Flower Pots

Photo Credit: littleredwindow.com

Make your own cheerful and colorful stenciled flower pots!

Peppermint Hot Chocolate & Mocha Spoons {homemade holiday gift}

Photo Credit: www.yummymummykitchen.com

Wrapped in a plastic treat bag, tied with twine and a label, peppermint hot chocolate spoons make a sweet homemade gift.

Kid-Made Peppermint Swirl Sugar Scrub 

Photo Credit: sugarspiceandglitter.com

This makes a great gift on it's own, or a nice homemade touch to store-bought present 

Hand Warmers

Photo Credit: sugarbeecrafts.com

Warm up cold hands with these simple sewing hand warmers.

DIY Etched Glass Oil Bottle

Photo Credit: lovegrowswild.com

Etching glass is a simple and elegant way to personalize decor, gifts, and more!

DIY Chalkboard Tray

Photo Credit: www.hellolidy.com
Here’s an amazing way to transform your old baking sheet into something creative and versatile.

Cable Cosy 

Photo Credit: www.liveitloveitmakeit.com

Keep all of your cords together in a cable cosy!

DIY Hello Sign

Photo Credit: www.thecraftedsparrow.com

A piece of wood and some paint makes this adorable Hello sign.

How To Make A Notebook Using Project Life Cards

Photo Credit: apumpkinandaprincess.com

This tutorial on how to make a notebook is perfect for making Summer journals and scavenger hunt notebooks.

DIY Gold Mouse Pad

Photo Credit: www.homeyohmy.com

Transform an ordinary mouse pad with gold paint!

Reversible Coffee Cup Sleeves

Photo Credit: www.craftystaci.com

If you’re looking for a gift, nothing says “I Love You” like keeping their coffee warm. 

Marbled Polymer Clay Statement Ring

Photo Credit: www.pitterandglink.com

It's big and chunky and full of marbled goodness!

DIY Wheatgrass Planter

Photo Credit: tarynwhiteaker.com

DIY Wheatgrass Planter less than $5 to make!

Scalloped Sunglasses Case Sewing Tutorial

Photo Credit: www.positivelysplendid.com

Ensure your shades stay scratch-free all summer long by making a pretty sunglasses case to tuck into your pool bag or purse using this quick and easy tutorial. 

Stitched Handprint Keepsake

Photo Credit: www.thirtyhandmadedays.com

An adorable keepsake of a little one's handprint.

Terrarium Kit

Photo Credit: witandwhistle.com

It would be easy to whip up a whole bunch of these kits if you need a lot of inexpensive, creative gifts. 

Gift Idea: DIY Instagram Coasters in Custom Box!

Photo Credit: tatertotsandjello.com

Here’s a great gift idea for Christmas or anytime — a set of customized Instagram coasters and a colorful, personalized box. Surprise your family, friends or neighbors with a gift made from their Instagram pictures!

 

 

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