Seasonal & Holidays

Handmade Holiday Gifts for Her

Get crafty this holiday season! DIY a special handmade gift for all the women on your shopping list.

Want to give the ultimate thoughtful gift? Craft one of these handmade DIYs that's sure to warm the heart of the recipient.

Neon Wood-Painted Earrings
Photo credit: The Crafted Sparrow

Neon Wood-Painted Earrings

Take wood earrings from plain to pretty with this Neon Wood-Painted Earrings DIY. The earrings don't have to be fancy. In fact, designer The Crafted Sparrow found these at a 99-cent store.


DIY iPad Case
Photo credit: Oh So Lovely Vintage

DIY iPad Case

The techie on your list will adore this DIY iPad Case that's padded with felt. The tutorial can also be used to create cases for other devices like phones, tablets, and laptops.


Spa in a Jar Gift
Photo credit: The Gunny Sack

Spa in a Jar

Customize a jar full of spa goodies for your loved one. This Spa in a Jar includes both homemade and store-bought items. You can mix and match your own to create a jar that's personalized with the recipient's favorite scents and scrubs.


Laced Leather Cuff DIY
Photo credit: I Always Pick the Thimble

Laced Leather Cuff DIY

This Laced Leather Cuff DIY might remind you of the lace crafts you used to make as a kid. The instructions are simple, and the results are stunning. Plus since the DIY doesn't take a lot of time, you could make one for several people on your list.


DIY Glitter Rings
Photo credit: The Crafted Life

DIY Glitter Rings

Friends who love sparkles and statement jewelry will go crazy for this easy handmade gift. Once you make a couple of these DIY Glitter Rings, you might just be inspired to try even more jewelry resin projects.


Splatter Paint T-Shirt Scarf
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Splatter Paint T-Shirt Scarf

Everyone loves a stylish new scarf, and this accessory will be even better because it was made by you! If you can wield a pair of scissors, then you'll have no problem cutting up t-shirts to make this Splatter Paint T-Shirt Scarf. Because it's made from upcycled tees, it's also budget-friendly!


Doily Wall Art
Photo credit: Amy Anderson/Mod Podge Rocks

Doily Wall Art

There are so many different combinations of patterns and colors you could choose for this Doily Wall Art. We suggest slyly checking out the colors and patterns that the recipient already has in her home to get inspiration. Thanks to the simple DIY instructions and materials, choosing the colors is the hardest part.


DIY Gold Leaf Monogram Art
Photo credit: Brittany/House of Jade

DIY Gold Leaf Monogram Art

This gift has a lot of customization options. You can create DIY Gold Leaf Monogram Art with your recipient's initial, or you can spell out an entire name or word. You'll even get to use your favorite childhood art supply: school glue!


Easy Recycled DIY Headband
Photo credit: The Miniature Moose

Easy Recycled DIY Headband

Are there any ladies on your list who love hair accessories? Grab fabric from old clothing to save some money, or just buy yards of fabric from your local craft store to make several identical headbands. The designer used a sewing machine to make this Easy Recycled DIY Headband, but you could also hand sew it.


Homemade Soap
Photo credit: Susan/Crafts Unleashed

Homemade Soap

This Homemade Soap was created with kids in mind, but we think adults would love it, too! Consider using it inside your Spa in a Jar featured above in our collection, or just gift it solo as a luxurious present. It's easy enough that kids can help out, too.

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