Disclaimer: This post will be a part of the series of “Easy Gifts To Make” for the Christmas season. Recipients included are boyfriend, girlfriend, friends, dad, mom, coworkers, teachers, and kids. Feel free to check my other posts if you happen to be interested in any one of them!
When it comes to showing appreciation for your mom, nothing beats a homemade gift straight from the heart. We’re about to dive into a collection of easy and wonderful gifts you can make right at home, no fancy skills required. Whether it’s for Mother’s Day, her birthday, or just because, these ideas are sure to bring a smile to her face.
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Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#1: Homemade Body Lotion
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Coconut oil (1/2 cup)
- Shea butter (1/4 cup)
- Beeswax pellets (1/4 cup)
- Essential oil (your mom’s favorite scent)
- A double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
- A whisk or hand mixer
- Empty lotion containers or jars
- Labels and decorative touches (optional)
- A flat, clean workspace
Steps to Create Your DIY Homemade Body Lotion:
Step 1: Melt It Down Get your double boiler going or use the microwave to melt the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax pellets together. Start with 30-second bursts in the microwave or use low heat on the stove. Stir until it’s all nice and melted.
Step 2: Add That Fragrance Once it’s all melted and smooth, let it cool slightly and add a bunch of drops of your mom’s favorite essential oil. Lavender, vanilla, or citrus – you pick! Give it a good mix.
Step 3: Whisk It Up Now, it’s time to bring in your whisk or hand mixer. Whip up your mixture until it’s creamy and resembles whipped cream. This will take a few minutes, so be patient.
Step 4: Jar It Up Carefully pour your creamy body lotion into clean, empty containers or jars. If you want to get fancy, you can decorate the jars or add labels to make it look extra special.
Step 5: Cool and Set Let your lotion cool and set for a couple of hours. You can speed up the process by popping them in the fridge.
Step 6: Gift or Pamper Now you’ve got these awesome Homemade Body Lotions that are perfect for spoiling your mom. Seal the jars, wrap ’em up with a ribbon, and hand them over as a spa-worthy treat.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#2: Personalized Photo Calendar
Stuff You’ll Need:
- 12 of your favorite photos (one for each month)
- A blank calendar template (you can find printable ones online)
- Glue or double-sided tape
- Scissors
- Colored markers or pens
- A ruler
- Stickers, washi tape, or any decorative touches (optional)
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your photo collection and creativity!
Steps to Create Your DIY Personalized Photo Calendar:
Step 1: Find Your Photos Gather 12 photos that you know will put a smile on your mom’s face. One for each month of the year.
Step 2: Calendar Template Print out or purchase a blank calendar template. You can find tons of designs online. Make sure it has space at the top or bottom for your photos.
Step 3: Trim the Photos Using scissors, carefully trim your photos to fit the calendar squares. They should be just the right size to slot in.
Step 4: Attach the Photos Glue or use double-sided tape to attach each photo to the corresponding month on the calendar. Make sure they’re centered and secure.
Step 5: Add Some Pizzazz This is where your creativity shines! Use colored markers, pens, stickers, or washi tape to decorate your calendar. Write in important dates, holidays, or add sweet messages for each month.
Step 6: Personal Touch Consider including a special note or letter to your mom on the back of the calendar. It’s a heartfelt touch that will mean the world to her.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#3: Decorative Throw Pillow Covers
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Plain pillow covers (you can find these online or at craft stores)
- Fabric paint or fabric markers
- Stencils or templates (optional)
- Paintbrushes
- Cardboard or newspaper (to protect your workspace)
- Iron (for setting the paint)
- Pillow inserts (if you don’t have them already)
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creative flair!
Steps to Create Your DIY Decorative Throw Pillow Covers:
Step 1: Get Set Up Lay down some cardboard or newspaper to keep your workspace tidy. Grab your plain pillow covers and make sure they’re clean and ironed.
Step 2: Design Time Here’s where your creativity takes the stage. You can use stencils, templates, or just freehand your design with fabric paint or markers. Go for geometric patterns, flowers, or even write a sweet message.
Step 3: Paint Away Start filling in your design with your chosen colors. Take your time, and don’t be afraid to get artsy! Let the paint dry according to the instructions on the label.
Step 4: Set the Paint To make your artwork permanent, grab an iron (ask your parents for help if needed) and iron over the painted areas with a cloth or paper towel in between. This sets the paint.
Step 5: Stuff ‘Em Up If you don’t have pillow inserts, grab some fluffy pillows or stuffing, and stuff those covers to plump ’em up.
Step 6: Arrange & Enjoy Now you’ve got these fabulous DIY Decorative Throw Pillow Covers to liven up your mom’s couch or bed. Arrange them nicely, and watch her smile light up the room!
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#4: Custom Handmade Jewelry Box
Stuff You’ll Need:
- A plain wooden box (you can find these at craft stores)
- Acrylic paints and brushes
- Paint palettes or old plates
- Stencils or stickers (optional)
- Varnish or sealant (for a shiny finish)
- Felt fabric (for the inside)
- Glue or double-sided tape
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your artistic spirit!
Steps to Create Your DIY Custom Handmade Jewelry Box:
Step 1: Blank Canvas Start with your plain wooden box. It’s a blank canvas just waiting for your creative touch.
Step 2: Paint Party This is where the fun begins! Use your acrylic paints to decorate the outside of the box. You can freehand a design or use stencils and stickers for guidance. Let the paint dry between layers.
Step 3: Protective Coat To keep your artwork safe and shiny, add a layer of varnish or sealant once the paint is completely dry. Follow the instructions on the label for this step.
Step 4: Fuzzy Inside Now, let’s make the inside cozy for those precious jewels. Cut a piece of felt fabric to fit the bottom of the box. Glue it down or use double-sided tape to keep it in place.
Step 5: Bling It Up Once everything is dry and set, it’s time to place your mom’s jewelry inside. Watch her eyes light up as she discovers her beautifully organized bling.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#5: Pressed Flower Art
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Fresh flowers and leaves (gathered from your garden or a walk)
- Heavy books
- Parchment or wax paper
- Picture frame with a glass front
- Craft glue or Mod Podge
- A paintbrush
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your love for nature!
Steps to Create Your DIY Pressed Flower Art:
Step 1: Flower Harvest Head outside and gather a bunch of fresh flowers and leaves. Choose vibrant ones and be gentle when picking them.
Step 2: Flatten ‘Em Out Lay a sheet of parchment or wax paper inside a heavy book. Now, place your flowers and leaves on the paper in a single layer. Close the book and stack some more heavy books on top. Let them flatten for about a week or until they’re nice and dry.
Step 3: Arrange the Magic Once your botanical beauties are flat and dry, open up your picture frame. Arrange the flowers and leaves on the glass front however you like. Get creative and make it your own!
Step 4: Secure the Garden Use a paintbrush to apply a thin layer of craft glue or Mod Podge to the back of each flower and leaf. This will keep them in place and looking fresh.
Step 5: Frame It Up Carefully place the glass front back into the frame. Make sure it’s clean and free of any fingerprints.
Step 6: Let It Dry Give your masterpiece some time to dry completely. It’s like waiting for a work of art to be born!
Step 7: Surprise Mom Once everything is dry and set, wrap up your Pressed Flower Art and present it to your mom with a big smile. She’ll be over the moon with this natural masterpiece.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#6: Handmade Scented Drawer Sachets
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Fabric scraps or squares (around 4×4 inches)
- Dried herbs or flowers (like lavender buds or rose petals)
- Essential oil (in Mom’s favorite scent)
- Needle and thread (or a sewing machine)
- Ribbon or twine
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creative spirit!
Steps to Create Your DIY Handmade Scented Drawer Sachets:
Step 1: Pick Your Fabrics Gather some pretty fabric scraps or squares. They can be colorful, patterned, or whatever you think Mom will love.
Step 2: Fold and Pin Fold a fabric square in half with the right sides facing each other (inside out). Pin along two sides, leaving one side open for filling.
Step 3: Sew It Up Now, let’s get sewing! Use a needle and thread or a sewing machine to stitch along the two pinned sides. Be sure to backstitch at the beginning and end to secure it. Leave one end open, though.
Step 4: Turn It Inside Out Carefully turn your little fabric pouch inside out so the right side is facing out. You should have a pocket-like sachet.
Step 5: Fill It With Fragrance Time to make it smell amazing! Fill your sachet with dried herbs or flowers. Add a few drops of essential oil for an extra punch of fragrance.
Step 6: Seal the Deal Fold the open end of your sachet inside and sew it shut. Make sure it’s nice and secure.
Step 7: Add a Finishing Touch Tie a ribbon or twine around the sachet to make it look extra cute. You can even attach a little note or tag if you like.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#7: Hand-Stitched Kitchen Apron
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Plain apron (you can find these at craft stores or online)
- Fabric paint or fabric markers
- Paintbrushes
- Stencils or freehand designs (optional)
- Iron-on patches or fabric scraps (optional)
- Sewing needle and thread
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your cooking creativity!
Steps to Create Your DIY Hand-Stitched Kitchen Apron:
Step 1: Pick Your Apron Start with a plain apron in Mom’s favorite color. Make sure it’s clean and ready for your artistic touch.
Step 2: Design Your Apron Here’s where your creativity shines! You can use stencils for precision or freehand your design with fabric paint or markers. Go for something food-related, like cute kitchen utensils or a heartfelt message.
Step 3: Add a Little Extra Feeling fancy? You can sew on iron-on patches or fabric scraps to give your apron a textured look. It’s all about adding your personal flair!
Step 4: Paint and Decorate Time to paint and decorate your apron. If you’re using fabric paint, follow the instructions on the label for drying times. For markers, let the ink set by air-drying or with a quick iron.
Step 5: Stitch It Up If you’re feeling extra crafty, you can add some hand-stitched details. Sew around your design or add a contrasting border. It’s your apron, so make it unique!
Step 6: Set the Paint To make your artwork permanent, give it an ironing session. Lay a cloth or paper towel over the painted areas and iron gently.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#8: Homemade Beeswax Wraps
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Clean cotton fabric (choose Mom’s favorite patterns or colors)
- Beeswax pellets (readily available online or at health stores)
- Grater or knife (for beeswax)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Oven
- Clothesline or towel rack
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your eco-friendly spirit!
Steps to Create Your DIY Homemade Beeswax Wraps:
Step 1: Cut Fabric Squares Start by cutting your clean cotton fabric into squares or rectangles. They should be the size you want your beeswax wraps to be. Usually, 8×8 inches works well.
Step 2: Preheat Your Oven Preheat your oven to a low temperature, around 150-175°F (65-80°C).
Step 3: Grate the Beeswax Grate your beeswax into small pieces. This will make it easier to melt and spread evenly.
Step 4: Prepare Your Baking Sheet Cover a baking sheet with a sheet of parchment paper. Place one fabric square on it.
Step 5: Sprinkle the Beeswax Evenly sprinkle a generous amount of grated beeswax over the fabric square. Make sure to cover the entire piece.
Step 6: Heat in the Oven Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven for a few minutes. Keep an eye on it – as soon as the beeswax melts (usually within 2-5 minutes), take it out.
Step 7: Spread the Wax While it’s still warm, use a paintbrush (dedicated to crafting) to spread the melted beeswax evenly over the fabric. Make sure the entire piece is coated.
Step 8: Hang to Dry Carefully lift the beeswax-coated fabric and hang it on a clothesline or towel rack to dry. It’ll harden as it cools, which doesn’t take long.
Step 9: Trim the Edges Once your Homemade Beeswax Wrap is dry, trim any uneven edges to create neat squares or rectangles.
Step 10: Use and Reuse Your beeswax wraps are ready to use! Wrap sandwiches, cover bowls, or fold them into pouches to keep food fresh. They’re reusable – just wash with cool water and mild soap between uses.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#9: Personalized Keychain
Stuff You’ll Need:
- A wooden or acrylic keychain blank (you can find these online or at craft stores)
- Acrylic paint and brushes
- A pencil
- Clear varnish or sealant (for protection)
- Keychain ring
- Printed photo (of you, your family, or anything special)
- Scissors
- Craft glue
- Sandpaper (optional)
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creativity and a big smile!
Steps to Create Your DIY Personalized Keychain:
Step 1: Pick Your Shape Start by choosing a wooden or acrylic keychain blank. They come in various shapes like hearts, rectangles, or circles. Pick one that you think your mom will love.
Step 2: Design Time Here’s where you let your creativity flow! Use a pencil to sketch your design or message onto the keychain. You can paint her name, a special date, or even a cute doodle.
Step 3: Paint Away Get those brushes out and paint your design. Use acrylic paint and take your time to add colors and details. Let it dry completely.
Step 4: Protect the Art To keep your artwork looking fresh, add a layer of clear varnish or sealant. Let it dry according to the instructions on the label.
Step 5: Cut Out Your Photo Print a small photo or image that you want to attach to the keychain. Make sure it fits nicely within the blank space.
Step 6: Glue the Photo Apply craft glue to the back of your photo and carefully stick it onto the keychain. Press it down gently to ensure it’s secure.
Step 7: Smooth It Out (Optional) If the edges of your photo don’t align perfectly with the keychain, you can use sandpaper to smooth them out for a seamless finish.
Step 8: Attach the Keyring Slide the keychain ring through the hole at the top of your personalized keychain.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#10: Herb Garden Kit
Stuff You’ll Need:
- A small planter or container with drainage holes
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds (basil, mint, parsley, or her favorites)
- Small gardening tools or a spoon
- Decorative stones (optional)
- Chalkboard paint and chalk (for labeling)
- A sunny windowsill or a well-lit spot
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your gardening spirit!
Steps to Create Your DIY Herb Garden Kit:
Step 1: Choose Your Planter Start by selecting a planter or container. It should be big enough to fit a few herbs but small enough to fit on a windowsill. Make sure it has drainage holes at the bottom.
Step 2: Add Soil Fill your planter with potting soil, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
Step 3: Plant the Seeds Now, it’s time to sow the herb seeds. Follow the instructions on the seed packet for spacing and depth. Cover them gently with soil.
Step 4: Water and Drain Give your newly planted herb garden a good drink of water. Make sure the excess water drains out through the holes at the bottom.
Step 5: Decorate (Optional) If you want to add a decorative touch, you can place some decorative stones on top of the soil. This not only looks nice but also helps keep moisture in.
Step 6: Label Your Herbs Use chalkboard paint to paint a small section of the planter. Once it’s dry, use chalk to label the herbs you’ve planted. It’s both practical and cute!
Step 7: Find a Sunny Spot Place your Herb Garden Kit on a sunny windowsill or a well-lit spot in the kitchen. Herbs love the sun!
Step 8: Water and Wait Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Herbs don’t like wet feet. Be patient and watch them grow.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#11: DIY Puzzle
Stuff You’ll Need:
- A favorite family photo (choose one that’s special to your mom)
- Cardstock or thick paper
- Scissors
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Craft glue
- Old magazines or colored paper (for backing)
- An envelope or small box (for gifting)
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creativity and love!
Steps to Create Your DIY Puzzle:
Step 1: Picture Perfect Start with a favorite family photo that you know your mom will adore. Make sure it’s a high-resolution image for the best results.
Step 2: Back It Up Glue your photo onto a piece of cardstock or thick paper. This will give your puzzle pieces some stability.
Step 3: Draw the Grid Turn your photo-side down. Now, draw a grid of puzzle pieces on the back using a pencil and ruler. You can make them as big or small as you like, but don’t make them too tiny.
Step 4: Cut Along the Lines Carefully cut along the grid lines you’ve drawn. This is where the puzzle magic happens!
Step 5: Mix It Up Once you’ve got all your pieces, mix them up like a jigsaw puzzle. Now, it’s a real challenge!
Step 6: Arrange and Reveal Hand your mom the puzzle pieces, and watch her have fun arranging them to reveal the cherished family photo.
Step 7: Back the Puzzle Pieces To make the pieces sturdier, glue them onto old magazine pages or colored paper. Then, trim the excess paper around each piece.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#12: Custom Wall Art
Stuff You’ll Need:
- A canvas or wooden board (choose the size you prefer)
- Acrylic paints and brushes
- A pencil
- Printed design or quote (if you’re not confident with freehand)
- Craft glue
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your artistic flair and a dash of love!
Steps to Create Your DIY Custom Wall Art:
Step 1: Blank Canvas Start with your canvas or wooden board. Make sure it’s clean and ready for your creative touch.
Step 2: Choose Your Design Decide what you want to paint on your wall art. It could be a family quote, a meaningful word, or even a simple abstract design.
Step 3: Sketch It Out Use a pencil to lightly sketch your design onto the canvas. Don’t worry about perfection – it’s all about personal touch!
Step 4: Paint Away Grab your acrylic paints and start filling in your design. Use different colors to make it pop. If you’re not confident in your freehand skills, you can always print a design or quote and glue it onto the canvas as a guide.
Step 5: Dry and Layers Let the paint dry between layers. If you want to add depth or texture, you can layer on more paint or use different brush techniques.
Step 6: Seal the Deal To protect your masterpiece, add a layer of craft glue (or a sealant if you have it). This will give it a nice finish and keep the colors vibrant.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#13: Handmade Gourmet Chocolate
Stuff You’ll Need:
- High-quality chocolate bars or chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white – your choice!)
- Toppings and fillings (nuts, dried fruits, caramel bits, etc.)
- Silicone chocolate molds or ice cube trays
- Mixing bowls and spoons
- Microwave or stovetop for melting
- Parchment paper
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creative chocolatey spirit!
Steps to Create Your DIY Handmade Gourmet Chocolate:
Step 1: Prep Your Fillings Chop up your toppings and fillings into small, bite-sized pieces. Think almonds, dried cherries, or anything that tickles your mom’s taste buds.
Step 2: Melt the Chocolate Melt your chosen chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or on the stovetop. If you’re using a microwave, do it in short bursts, stirring between each burst. Be gentle – we don’t want to burn the chocolate!
Step 3: Fill the Molds Pour a small amount of melted chocolate into each cavity of your silicone molds. Then, add your fillings – nuts, dried fruits, or whatever you’ve prepared. Finally, top them off with more chocolate until the cavities are full.
Step 4: Tap Out Air Bubbles Gently tap the molds on your workspace to get rid of any air bubbles. This ensures your chocolates are smooth and shiny.
Step 5: Set and Cool Place your molds in the fridge or freezer to set. It’ll take about 15-20 minutes. You’ll know they’re ready when they easily pop out of the molds.
Step 6: Decorate (Optional) If you want to add a decorative touch, you can drizzle some melted chocolate on top or dust them with cocoa powder while they’re still a bit tacky.
Step 7: Gift with a Sweet Smile Once your Handmade Gourmet Chocolates are set and looking irresistible, place them in a pretty box or tin. Then, gift them to your mom with a big smile and a promise to make more!
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#14: Homemade Natural Perfume
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Jojoba oil or sweet almond oil (as a base)
- Essential oils (choose your mom’s favorite scents)
- A small glass perfume bottle with a tight-sealing cap
- A dropper or pipette
- A small funnel (optional but handy)
- A clean workspace
- Your nose for fragrance!
Steps to Create Your DIY Homemade Natural Perfume:
Step 1: Choose Your Scents Start by picking out essential oils for your perfume. Lavender, rose, vanilla, citrus – the options are endless! Consider blending a few oils for a unique scent.
Step 2: Mix the Base Use the dropper or pipette to add your base oil (jojoba or sweet almond oil) to the glass perfume bottle. Fill it about 3/4 full.
Step 3: Add the Fragrance Now, add your chosen essential oils to the base oil. Start with just a few drops of each. You can always add more later if you want a stronger scent. Experiment until you find your perfect blend.
Step 4: Shake It Up Secure the cap tightly and give your perfume bottle a good shake to mix the oils. Smell it and adjust the scents if needed.
Step 5: Let It Rest Allow your perfume to sit for at least 24 hours to let the scents meld and develop. The longer, the better!
Step 6: Bottle and Label If you’re making this as a gift, use the funnel (if you have one) to pour the perfume into a pretty glass bottle. Label it with a sweet message or a fancy name you come up with.
Easy Gifts To Make At Home for Mom#15: Knitted or Crocheted Blanket
Stuff You’ll Need:
- Yarn (choose your mom’s favorite colors and textures)
- Knitting needles or a crochet hook (appropriate size for your yarn)
- A tape measure
- Scissors
- A flat, clean workspace
- Your creative spirit and a sprinkle of patience!
Steps to Create Your DIY Knitted or Crocheted Blanket:
Step 1: Pick Your Yarn Start by selecting the yarn for your blanket. Go for soft and cozy textures in colors your mom adores.
Step 2: Cast On (Knitting) or Chain (Crocheting) If you’re knitting, cast on the number of stitches you want for your blanket’s width. If you’re crocheting, create a chain of the desired length.
Step 3: Knit or Crochet Away Now comes the fun part! Knit or crochet row after row, following your chosen stitch pattern. Keep going until your blanket is as long as you want it. Be patient; this is where the cozy magic happens.
Step 4: Check the Measurements Use your tape measure to periodically check the width and length of your blanket. Make sure it’s turning out as planned.
Step 5: Bind Off (Knitting) or Finish Off (Crocheting) When your blanket is the perfect size, bind off (for knitting) or finish off (for crocheting) your work. Cut the yarn, leaving a little tail for weaving in.
Step 6: Weave in the Ends Use a yarn needle to weave in any loose ends, so your blanket looks neat and tidy.
There you have it, folks! A bunch of fantastic ideas to create some homemade magic for your mom. From personalized keychains to scented candles, these gifts will let her know just how much you care. So roll up your sleeves, get crafty, and watch her eyes light up with delight when she receives your thoughtful homemade gesture. Happy crafting, and even happier gifting!
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