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Cheap DIY Christmas Gifts That Don’t Suck

By The Busy Budgeter | 7 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links

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Are you searching for Christmas gifts that will fit into your budget?  These DIY Christmas gifts are the answer!

Cheap DIY Christmas Gifts That Don't Suck. This list of super easy DIY Christmas gifts was a life saver this year! We had a tight Christmas budget and this helped. The bags are my FAVORITE! I must have made 50 last weekend! Such an awesome idea for meaningful trip tee shirts and I have like zero crafty skills. If you need cheap Christmas gifts or DIY Christmas gifts this is the best list.

 

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Christmas is coming up! Walk into any retail store and I promise you their Christmas aisles are full and booming.

If you are trying to have the best Christmas of your life on a super tight budget, you should grab this Christmas planner.  The planner has worksheets to get your holiday meals, plans and gift-giving organized and a ton of ideas for super cheap (but also awesome) gifts, holiday activities, cheap places to shop, ect.  And right now it’s over 90% off and you can get it for $.99.

You can get the Christmas planner here…

If you’re starting to panic about Christmas gifts for all those people on your list, don’t stress—DIY!

Not so crafty? Don’t worry! I’ve found ideas for any ability and skill level (and you can even enlist your kids and/or hubby to help you out). None of these ideas require mad artistic skills and many can be made from repurposed items and things you already have around the house—so your Christmas list just got significantly easier and less expensive!

I also understand we don’t all have hours and hours of leisure time to “craft and make” to our heart’s content. Don’t worry! These ideas aren’t the sort of gifts that will have you sewing and quilting for weeks or meticulously handcrafting with tweezers and teeny-tiny paintbrushes like an elf! These DIY ideas are fast and many can be made in “bulk,” so you can have gifts for several people on your list.

Here’s a quick round-up of all of my favorite EASY & CHEAP DIY Christmas Gifts for everyone on your list.

I’ve included some edible items, as well as a bunch of great gifts you can make and give to almost anyone. We’ve all experienced that (super awkward!) moment when someone unexpectedly gives us a gift…and we didn’t get them anything. So, having a few extra Christmas gifts on-hand will save you from scrambling or running out to the store and throwing money at a last-minute purchase.

For next year, hit up the Christmas clearance for items like ribbon and wrap. Watch for neutral colors you can use any time of year. Items like baskets and bags are also helpful for your gifts of Christmases future.

Planning ahead for next year is also helpful. I’m not saying start in June…because really, let’s be honest, who DOES that? But starting up a few DIY gifts (if you have some spare time in the autumn months) can help you get a head start.

For now though, here are a bunch of Cheap DIY Christmas Gift ideas, ready for everyone on your list, fun and easy to make. In one afternoon, you could get the majority of your Christmas projects done and ready to give!

I find handmade Christmas gifts to be so thoughtful and meaningful, and I’m sure the people on your gift list will as well. Everyone loves a keepsake, and having your kids add their special touch can make each gift even better, so don’t go it alone. Get the whole family helping like Santa’s little workshop and you’ll have Christmas done in no time!

Remember, it’s the thought that counts… not the price of the gift. For years, my family has done a $10 Christmas tradition that I love. These fit perfectly in that!

You can click on the photos or on the title of the gift idea below the photo. All links open in a new window, so you don’t have to play the “go back” game.

You’re welcome!

1. Upcycled T-Shirt Bag

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No-Sew T-Shirt Tote Bag In 10 Minutes by Mommypotamus

2. Tangle-Free Headphones

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DIY Tangle-Free Headphones with Embroidery Floss from Apartment Therapy

3. DIY Green Tea Lip Balm

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DIY Green Tea Lip Balm with Bigelow Tea from Great Contradictions

4. Screen Printed Baby Onesies

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DIY Cheap Screen-Printed Baby Onesies from Instructables

5. Boho Chic Jewelry Trays

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Boho Chic Jewelry Trays from Thrift Store Finds from Thoughts from Alice

6. Birch Tree Art

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DIY Birch Tree Painting by Persia Lou

7. DIY Bath Bombs

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DIY Bath Bombs by Idle Wife

8. Tile Photo Coasters

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DIY Tile Photo Coasters by POPSUGAR (Here’s why I love photo gifts!)

9. Gift Baskets!

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Quick & Easy Gift Basket Ideas from Busy Budgeter

10. Lavender Coconut Oil Salt Scrub

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Homemade Lavender Coconut Oil Salt Scrub from One Good Thing

11.Zesty Snack Mix

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Zesty Snack Mix from Paula Deen (and The Stone Rabbit)

12.Waxed Paper Printed Wooden Serving Board

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Print Pictures on Wood with Wax Paper from The Art of Doing Stuff

13.Ice Cube Tray Chocolates

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Ice Cube Tray Chocolates from TipHero

14. Microwavable Heat Packs

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Microwaveable Heat Packs from How to Build It

15. 52 Things I Love About You Deck

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52 Reasons I Love You Card Deck from 52 Reasons I Love You

16. Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows

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Homemade Peppermint Marshmallows from Living Well Spending Less

17. Homemade Playdoh

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Homemade Rainbow Sparkle Playdoh from Living Well Spending Less

18. No Sew Superhero Capes

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No Sew Superhero Capes by Jolly Mom

So what are your favorite easy, cheap DIY Christmas gift ideas?

 

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  1. Sarah@TheOrthodoxMama says

    November 21 at 7:27 am

    My grandmother taught me to crochet when I was young, and I pull out that skill each Christmas. I’ve learned to make inexpensive–but really cute–scarves and hats. Each Christmas season I look forward to pulling out my bag of yarn, putting on a Christmas movie, and crocheting away in the evenings. Crocheting and knitting are simple skills anyone can learn!
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  2. Sandie @ Fulfilled For Less says

    November 21 at 10:25 pm

    This is such a fun DIY gift list! I especially love the boho chic jewelry trays and the birch tree art. It can be hard for me to think of a gift that anyone would like, and home decor is a great idea I hadn’t really thought of. This year, my side of the family is going to try $15 or less gifts for each other–something that will be hard to do without trying to make them instead of buy them. Thanks for the ideas!
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  3. Marina @ Parental Journey says

    November 23 at 5:10 am

    I love all the ideas – especially gift bags!
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  4. Angela @ Setting My Intention says

    December 2 at 8:35 pm

    These ARE great ideas that definitely do not suck! We’ve been moving towards experiences versus gifts as a family, but I’d love to make a few simple DIY gifts for my sisters and moms. Pinning for later!
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  5. Erin @ View From Our Terrace says

    December 6 at 9:44 am

    These are some great ideas! I especially love the idea of making homemade chocolate using ice cube trays. I always intend on making DIY gifts for Christmas but then I wait too long and panic and end up buying something (and probably spending more money). Will definitely be saving some of these ideas for later!
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  6. Ishani says

    December 23 at 5:09 am

    All ideas are really wonderful

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  7. Emily Hopper says

    December 21 at 8:10 am

    I really enjoy reading this post. Microwavable heat packs are cool!
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