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Feeling behind on your Christmas gifts this year? You can still make these beautiful, useful last-minute homemade gifts! They’re fast and easy to make, yet they will certainly be well-received and show you care.
Maybe you forgot someone on your list, fell behind this Christmas season, or you just work well under pressure. I get it.
Whatever the reason, if you need a last-minute homemade gift, I have plenty of ideas for you!
I absolutely love making homemade gifts. It’s a tradition that I’ve kept every holiday season for years!
I shared my top 18 homemade Christmas gift ideas last year, but some of them take a little bit of planning ahead or curing time.
If you find yourself well into December and needing something fast, that’s not going to work!
Don’t worry — you’re in the right place. You can still opt for homemade gifts this season, even if you’re short on time!
This list is perfect for your mom, wife, sister, niece, or friend, and you’ll surely find something she’ll love. They range from practical items she can use around the house to DIY bath and beauty for a little bit of pampering!
Practical Gifts for the Home
Homemade Beeswax Wraps
Homemade beeswax wraps are a fun addition to your kitchen that will quickly become a necessity. I use my beeswax wraps almost every single day to wrap food, cover bowls, and more! They’re easy to make and a great way to use up pretty scraps of fabric.
Learn how to make homemade beeswax wraps here.
Homemade Wood Balm
Wood balm is another kitchen staple that you can make at home. It’s essential for keeping wooden utensils, bowls, and cutting boards in top-notch condition! This is a great homemade gift for anyone with wooden tools in their kitchen, and you can also pair it with a new cutting board to complete the gift.
Find the recipe for homemade board butter here.
Scented Wool Dryer Balls with Dried Herbs
Once I started using wool dryer balls in my laundry routine, I never went back. This sustainable alternative to dryer sheets works like a charm! Add a homemade touch to wool dryer balls by scenting them with dried herb sachets. This is the easiest DIY, and you can customize it by choosing herbs your recipient will love.
Learn how to make herb-scented wool dryer balls here!
DIY Reusable Cleaning Wipes
Homemade reusable cleaning wipes are the perfect practical gift for a mom or homemaker! They’ll save money and reduce waste from disposable wipes, and they are nontoxic but effective. Bonus: These wipes smell amazing!
Be sure to give your recipient the recipe so they can replenish the cleaning solution as needed!
Get the recipe for homemade reusable cleaning wipes here.
Little Gifts She’ll Actually Use
DIY Wrinkle Release Spray
What’s better than the gift of not ironing? This wrinkle release spray is an easy way to remove wrinkles from garments without pulling out the ironing board or steamer. It’s great for travel or everyday use, and it’s so easy to make!
Find the recipe for homemade wrinkle release spray here.
Homemade Spray Starch
For the recipient who actually likes ironing (or just appreciates unwrinkled clothes), this spray starch is a practical gift that will surely get some use! Spray starch makes ironing easier and more effective for beautiful, crisp garments. This recipe can be made in 15 minutes, and you can choose your fragrance so their clothes are left smelling incredible!
Get the recipe for DIY spray starch here.
Natural Dryer Sheets
Homemade dryer sheets are affordable, effective, and 100% all-natural. They’re also reusable, so they’ll save money time and time again! You can choose the essential oil blend that your recipient will love most to scent them, then gift them in a nice jar.
Learn how to make homemade dryer sheets here.
DIY Jewelry Cleaner
Every busy wife and mom needs a little help keeping her beloved jewelry clean. This homemade jewelry cleaner will leave it sparkling like new! I share recipes for every type of jewelry, and the cleaners use ingredients you probably already have on hand.
See the homemade jewelry cleaner recipe here.
Homemade Gel Air Freshener
Homemade gel air fresheners are the easiest hands-off air fresheners that are scented with essential oils. They don’t require plugging in the wax warmer, filling the diffuser, or lighting a candle — just opening the jar and enjoying! You can give the gift of a home that smells amazing with this simple DIY.
Learn how to make gel air fresheners here.
Something Just for Her
DIY Green Tea Toner
Green tea toner is cooling, refreshing skincare that makes it feel like a spa day. Yet, it’s incredibly easy to make with just 3 ingredients! This toner offers a brighter, clearer complexion, and it’s truly a treat to use.
See the recipe for green tea toner here.
Rose Water Spray for Hair and Skin
Rather than a bouquet of roses, why not gift homemade rose water spray? This simple DIY is a versatile addition to a skincare and haircare routine. The fragrant rose scent makes it feel like quite a luxury product, and it has loads of benefits for the skin and hair. Put it in a beautiful spray bottle for a wow-worthy homemade gift!
Learn how to make DIY rose water here.
Homemade Tallow Lotion
Let me tell you, tallow lotion lives up to the hype! It feels rich and luxurious as it provides lightweight moisturization to the skin. Make it scented or unscented for a personalized gift that anyone can get some use out of!
Learn how to make tallow lotion here.
DIY Pumpable Lotion
Pumpable lotion is the best for quick and easy application, and you can choose a stunning bottle to store it in! It’s incredibly nourishing and hydrating with simple, natural ingredients.
Get the tutorial for homemade pumpable lotion here.
Gifts that Smell Amazing
Fragrant Hair Perfume
Hair perfume is a unique perfume option that the ladies in your life are sure to love! It’s great for freshening up between hair wash days and smelling amazing every morning. It’s scented with all-natural essential oils and very easy to make!
Learn how to make fragrant hair perfume here.
Homemade Natural Perfume
Homemade perfume is such a thoughtful gift, and you can really personalize it with the fragrance you choose. Make this simple recipe and put it in a pretty bottle for an easy yet beautiful gift that is completely homemade!
Learn how to make natural perfume here.
Solid Essential Oil Perfume
This homemade solid perfume is just as fun and fragrant as spray perfume, but with a different application. It’s spill-proof, easy to use, and great for on the go. It will leave your recipient smelling incredible!
Find the recipe for homemade solid perfume here.
DIY Massage Oil
Who wouldn’t love a fragrant and nourishing massage oil to make massages and foot rubs even more relaxing? This massage oil smells incredible and can be whipped up in under 10 minutes with just a few simple ingredients. If you want to get a little fancier, check out my DIY massage candle next!
Learn how to make massage oil here.
FAQs
That depends on the gift, but many of these DIYs can be completed in 10-15 minutes! It’s amazing what you can create in just a few minutes of work; these gifts have that special homemade touch while still feeling nice and well thought out.
The trick is in the packaging! When it comes to homemade gifts, putting a little extra time and money into a really nice jar, bottle, or gift box will make a world of difference. Adding beautiful touches like a velvet ribbon around the bottle or a piece of dried lavender tied around the neck of the jar will make the gift feel even more special.
Yes! These ideas are mostly geared towards women, but many of my homemade gift ideas for men are quick and easy to make. Check out that list and choose one that feels doable with your time constraints!
Needing a last-minute gift? Don’t let that stand in the way of going homemade this holiday season! These last-minute DIY gifts are perfect for treating the loved ones in your life with something unique and handcrafted.
Whether you go for practical gifts for use around the house or beautiful gifts for pampering and relaxing, she’s sure to love the thought and care you put into it.
If you lean more towards the pampering type of gifts, check out my homemade spa gifts in a jar next!
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