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
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
Be ready to mend holes and rips anytime with this DIY mason jar sewing kit.
Easy Scrapbooking Coasters Craft
This Easy Scrapbooking Coasters Craft is really quite simple to make even if you’re not an experienced paper crafter.
DIY Jewelry Storage
A convenient, accessible place for your jewelry that doesn’t take up surface area!
Christmas Oven Mittens
Dress up oven mittens a little with some fabric scraps!
Etched Hot Cocoa Jar
An etched hot cocoa jar with all of the fixings for your friends and family to create their own hot cocoa!
Beaded Leather Wristlet
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
'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
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
Floral Spoons
This involves making beautiful spoons that can be used for serving salt and sugar
Homemade Vanilla Extract
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
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
These Berry Basket Succulent Planters fit perfectly with that ethos: quick, easy, cute, & casual. A perfect little accent for your deck.
Easy Rose Gold Foiled Pencil Cup
A simple way to add sparkle to your desk.
Vanilla Bean Sugar Scrub
How to make vanilla scented sugar and a homemade vanilla bean sugar scrub recipe.
DIY Sharpie Mugs for Easy Personalized Gifts
This mug is one of the easiest and most personalizable DIY gifts you can make.
Birch Pillar DIY Candle Holder Makes a Great Gift
Stenciled Tea Towels
These would make beautiful and thoughtful personalized gifts too. Perfect for a hostess gift or a bridal shower.
Colorful Chalkboard Calendar
Here is how you can make one of these colorful chalkboard calendars for yourself!
10-Minute DIY Milk & Honey Soap
DIY Jewelry Tray
This is an easy (and space efficient!) DIY that allows you to organize your jewels in the prettiest way.
Hello There Stenciled Flower Pots
Peppermint Hot Chocolate & Mocha Spoons {homemade holiday gift}
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
This makes a great gift on it's own, or a nice homemade touch to store-bought present
Hand Warmers
Warm up cold hands with these simple sewing hand warmers.
DIY Etched Glass Oil Bottle
Etching glass is a simple and elegant way to personalize decor, gifts, and more!
DIY Chalkboard Tray
Cable Cosy
Keep all of your cords together in a cable cosy!
DIY Hello Sign
A piece of wood and some paint makes this adorable Hello sign.
How To Make A Notebook Using Project Life Cards
This tutorial on how to make a notebook is perfect for making Summer journals and scavenger hunt notebooks.
Reversible Coffee Cup Sleeves
If you’re looking for a gift, nothing says “I Love You” like keeping their coffee warm.
Marbled Polymer Clay Statement Ring
It's big and chunky and full of marbled goodness!
DIY Wheatgrass Planter
DIY Wheatgrass Planter less than $5 to make!
Scalloped Sunglasses Case Sewing Tutorial
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
An adorable keepsake of a little one's handprint.
Terrarium Kit
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!
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!
