Homemade Holiday Gift Ideas
Homemade gifts are a great way to show friends and family your love and appreciation for them during the holiday season. Taking the time to create something unique is very meaningful, and as a bonus, it can save you money during what is often one of the most financially challenging times of the year. Making holiday gifts can be a lot of fun! Here are some ideas to get you started:
Food & Baked Goods
There are endless options for yummy homemade treats! You can make your favorite holiday cookies, fudge, or even marshmallows! You can also put some different “mixes” in a jar, like the dry ingredients for hot cocoa, soup mixes, dried fruit, herbs, and spices for a simmer pot. Use decorative mason jars, ribbons, bows, or baskets to get creative with the wrapping!
Handmade Clothes & Accessories
Do you know how to sew, quilt, or knit? If so, consider knitting winter scarves, quilting a cozy blanket, or sewing holiday PJs! Handmade gifts like these will make your friends or family feel loved!
Mason Jar Candles
You can use any jar, really! Make your candles with soy, beeswax, or beef tallow and some of your favorite essential oils, and you have the perfect non-toxic holiday gift. You can get creative with the jars – maybe you find something unique at your local thrift store!
Sugar Scrubs & Lotions
Make sugar scrubs in a jar with coconut oil, sugar, and an optional essential oil. Or make a moisturizing tallow balm with this simple recipe:
Handmade Christmas Ornaments
There are endless possibilities for D.I.Y Christmas ornaments. You can even ask your kids to help with this craft! You can make ornaments from clay, paper, salt dough, felt, glitter, etc.
Flavored Syrups
Simple syrups can be used for tea, coffee, cocktails, or even in place of maple syrup on your favorite breakfast. They also last a month in the refrigerator! All you need is 1:1 water and sugar, heated in a pot on the stove to a rolling simmer (not boiling). You can flavor it with vanilla, cinnamon, peppermint, or other favorite holiday flavors!
