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12 Amazing DIY Gifts You Will Feel Proud To Give

Amazing DIY Gifts
12 Amazing DIY Gifts You Will Feel Proud To Give

Hand made gifts are AWESOME! They show you’ve thought about the gift, and put some effort into it, not just gone out to the store and picked something off the shelf. So, here are some gift do-it-yourself gift ideas to help you out.

DIY Surprise Gift Card

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DIY Surprise Gift Card [Image Source: happyclippings.com]

This has to be the simplest DIY surprise gift ever. Fill a mason jar with candy and pop a gift card in the middle! Read more…

DIY Glowing Photo Luminaries

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DIY Glowing Photo Luminaries [Image Source: ourbestbites.com]

These are such fantastic looking personalized candles that say “I was thinking about you”. Read more…


DIY Gifts In A Jar

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DIY Gifts In A Jar [Image Source: onegoodthingbyjillee.com]

These can be simple, inexpensive, and fun to make and give. Think about the person you’re going to be giving the Jar Gift to, and what they really like. It could be a their favorite color, things they love to eat, something related to their hobby, or even something that is currently in season. Then get a jar and fill it up with those things. Read more…

DIY Super Easy Watercolor Portrait

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DIY Super Easy Watercolor Portrait [Image Source: growcreativeblog.com]

Now, I’m guessing you’re thinking that this is going to be way too hard, but it is WAY easier than it looks. If you can trace an outline and color it in, you can do this! Read more…

DIY Secret Stash Book

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DIY Secret Stash Book [Image Source: popsugar.com]

This is a great gift for to give to someone who loves books. It will fit right in with their collection (or even dorm room). Head to your local resale shop for a used book to upcycle into something so much more. This DIY takes a bit of patience, so make sure to set a couple of days aside for completing all the steps. But the finished product will be perfect on any bookshelf. Read more…

DIY Bread in a Bottle

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DIY Bread in a Bottle [Image Source: sunset.com]

This is such a unique gift. It’s a great gift for people who love to bake, or even to give to someone who hasn’t got a clue about baking. Prepare a bottle filled with all the ingredients layered in the correct measurement and attach a simple instruction tag of what to do with it. Read more…

DIY Japanese Miniature Bowls

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DIY Japanese Miniature Bowls [Image Source: thelovelydrawer.com]

Miniature patterned bowls are rather exquisite! Best of all, you can make your own with only ceramic paint and a Sharpie pen. Once baked they are dishwasher proof, so they can be used as dipping bowls or for snacks, as well as for storage and decoration. Read more…

DIY Stamped Washer Necklaces

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DIY Stamped Washer Necklaces [Image Source: the36thavenue.com]

Necklaces are always a lovely gift. These necklaces, however, are an AWESOME gift! Because you are making the necklace yourself you can personalize it for both men and women. Read more…

DIY Personalized Clay Bowls

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DIY Personalized Clay Bowls [Image Source: gatheringbeauty.com]

Air dry clay is THE BEST! You can make amazing gifts with it, but a favorite of mine is making personalized bowls to give to my family and friends. They are perfect for writing a really personal message, or art on. They can be used to keep on the bedside table and store trinkets in. Read more…


DIY Personalized Mug

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DIY Personalized Mug [Image Source: michaels.com]

Although this instruction is for a mug, you can use it for almost any type of ceramic-ware. Read more…

DIY Emergency Chocolate Craft

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DIY Emergency Chocolate Craft [Image Source: 30minutecrafts.com]

We all have those moments where we NEED chocolate (okay, maybe we don’t ALL have them :)). So it is handy to have some chocolate stowed away for this kind of occasion. You can make this Emergency Chocolate craft for yourself, or make one for a friend who is going through a rough patch. Read more…

DIY Homemade Snow Globe

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DIY Homemade Snow Globe [Image Source: ourbestbites.com]

Snow globes are magical, whimsical, and fun. And they’re super easy to make at home. Best of all, they look so much more AMAZING than the store bought ones! Read more…

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