Handmade gifts perfect for Christmas: ideas for presents that are sure to delight
“I want to make a handmade Christmas present, but I don’t know what to make…” Do you have that worry? Actually, there are lots of wonderful gifts you can create with materials you already have around you.
We’ve gathered a variety of ideas you can choose from depending on the recipient—cozy items perfect for the cold season, decorations that brighten up Christmas, and treats made with sweets.
We’re also sharing simple ideas, so they’re perfect not only for those who are good at crafting but also for anyone wanting to try handmade projects for the first time.
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Handmade gifts perfect for Christmas: Gift ideas that are sure to please (31–40)
Christmas pop-up card
Let’s make a pop-up card that’s perfect both as a Christmas party announcement and as a message card to attach to a Christmas gift.
Pop-up cards that reveal a picture when opened are fun to look at and make lovely decorations too.
If you crease and use colored paper doilies, you’ll get a stylish card; if you use construction paper folded like an accordion, you’ll create a lively, energetic card.
Match the style to the recipient’s vibe and make it in the shape you like.
aroma candle
How about making an aroma candle that’s perfect for the Christmas season? You can get all the materials at the 100-yen shop, so it’s easy on your wallet.
Just prepare wax, fragrance oil, wick thread, and some colorful crayons, and you’re ready to go! Use a mold in any shape you like to create a one-of-a-kind original candle.
It’s also fun to make them with family and friends.
Be careful not to burn yourself when melting the wax.
A warm, heartfelt gift made by you is sure to make someone happy!
Terrarium
Let’s make a stylish mini moss-ball terrarium! You’ll need a glass container of your choice, horticultural water-absorbing sponge, bamboo charcoal, soil for moss terrariums, packaged moss for moss terrariums, and Hymenophyllum (Hime-kanawarabi).
First, build the base by adding soil to the container, then pieces of bamboo charcoal broken into suitable sizes, and finely chopped bamboo charcoal.
Cut the horticultural sponge into a round shape, wrap it with moss to create a marimo-like piece.
After that, simply arrange this piece and the Hymenophyllum however you like! Keep the balance in mind and finish it as a lovely interior decoration.
Christmas tags made with masking tape
Let’s make a Christmas tree–shaped tag to go with your presents! It’s great for giving gifts a stylish touch.
First, stick pieces of washi tape, torn to a suitable size, all over a piece of cardstock.
Cover the entire surface so the cardstock color doesn’t show through.
Once that’s done, glue origami paper or similar on the back, again making sure the cardstock doesn’t show.
Next, cut the cardstock into a tree shape and decorate it with stickers.
Punch a hole, add an eyelet, thread a string through, and you’re done! If you prepare a larger sheet of cardstock, you can cut out multiple tags at once.
Mini mini knitted bag
A finish that looks just like something you’d find in a shop! Let me introduce a mini mini knitted bag.
It’s perfect if you want to make something practical to give as a gift.
Doesn’t the idea of gifting a hand-knit bag make you excited? You’ll need fine mesh, hardware, a magnetic clasp, a sewing needle, decorative parts, yarn, and a strap.
Give it a try!
Handmade gifts perfect for Christmas: Ideas for presents that will be appreciated (41–50)
Wreath Photo Frame
This is a photo frame inspired by a Christmas wreath, decorated using a paper plate cut into a ring.
If you want a classic Christmas look, red and green decorations are standard.
While considering color balance, layer origami so there are no gaps.
Decorations wrapped with yarn are also recommended.
If the photo ends up being unstable, you might try a variation where you attach the decorated ring to a separate, intact paper plate.
antique-style light
How about making a stylish, antique-style light? First, prepare a base for the light.
If you choose a base that’s hollow inside, like a wooden masu box, it will be easy to mount the light.
Drill a hole in the prepared base to insert the light.
Then attach the light and place an iron basket over it—and you’re done! You can get all the tools you need at a 100-yen shop.
It’s also a great idea to paint the base or add stylish illustrations.
It’s simple to make yet very chic—perfect as a Christmas gift!