So you’re on a budget this holiday season…chin up! There’s no shame in that girl! Every Christmas, there’s just so many things to spend on that sticking to a budget is a must. Anyhow, if you’re short on cash but still want to hand out thoughtful gifts, I have ideas for DIY gifts here that you can check out.

I’m sure I’ve mentioned before that I love arts and crafts. One of the reasons is because I know that my time is well-spent and at the same time, my DIY skills continue to improve. I see Christmas as the perfect time to keep practicing and make better DIY gifts every year and this is why I love compiling DIY gift ideas. And today, I’m really happy that I can share this list with you today and hopefully, you’ll get great ideas for DIY projects here!

My Best Quick and Easy DIY Gifts and Ideas | Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas

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I know it’s still a few weeks before December and you may still have plenty of time to do your holiday shopping. But in a busy world like ours, do any of us really have enough time? Time can be really tricky. That’s the main reason why many of us procrastinate and keep on putting off things we should be doing. I know I’m guilty of that. So just in case you forget, save this page. You may not know when you’ll need some quick and easy DIY gifts that won’t break the bank!

1. DIY Cat Mug: Hot Fish Soup. Meow!

Use a porcelain pen to make this DIY project and you’re done in no time! See the instructions here. (In German, but the images will guide you well.)

2. Cute Pom-Pom and Tassel Bookmarks

You can make a lot of these cute bookmarks in less than an hour! See the how-to here. (In Finnish, don’t worry, the pictures will guide you.)

3. DIY Pretty Hair Clips

You can make one in less than a minute… so that’s a lot in one hour. Fun and easy! Have a collection of DIY pretty hair clips and you’ll have a lot to give to your friends.

4. Hexagon Bracelet

This Hexagon bracelet makes a perfect gift to your friends! So drop by the nearest hardware store and you’re set!

5. Stripey Bangle

Make colorful bracelets look special and creative with easy-to-find materials! Pick your favorite color or try to survey your loved ones for their colors.

6. Lip Balm Locket

Girls are absolutely going to freak on this! Beautiful locket + Lip balm? Stylishly perfect! See the instructions here.

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Christmas gifts need not be expensive. What makes holiday gifts special is the thought you put into coming up with that gift. But in our case, coming up with the idea isn’t enough. Rather, we’d prefer our own hands crafting the gifts we’d like to give the special people in our lives. I hope these DIY gifts will also be special to you and your loved ones.

Look sexy and fab in this dress from Mason & Ivy.

Go all out on your Christmas presents with these clever gift wrapping ideas. Check them out here.