[Graduation Commemorative Gifts] Handmade Presents That Kids Will Love! A Collection of Easy-to-Make Ideas
Many people may be thinking of giving a heartfelt, handmade keepsake to mark the special milestone of preschool graduation.
There are many ideas for graduation mementos, such as clay pendants, photo frames that are fun to decorate, and handkerchiefs with names embroidered on them.
In this guide, we’ll share lots of handmade graduation gift ideas that kids will love.
From simple projects you can make easily to ones you can take your time with, we’ve got a wide range—feel free to use them as inspiration!
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[Graduation Keepsakes] Handmade Gifts Kids Will Love! Easy-to-Make Ideas (11–20)
Sakura Candy Bottle
When it comes to the season of new beginnings, you can’t do without the vividly blooming cherry blossoms.
How about giving a festive candy jar that incorporates a sakura motif? Cut a piece of fabric into a circle larger than the lid, attach a cherry blossom motif made of felt at the center, and secure it to the jar’s lid with a rubber band.
Choose colors that make the sakura motif stand out, and use the overall color balance to evoke cherry blossoms—that’s the key point.
It could also be fun to adjust the color balance with the candies you put inside.
Tablet case
When children start elementary school, they’ll likely have opportunities to use tablets for learning.
How about making a case as a gift so they can use their tablet safely? If they carry it in a soft case, it should fit easily in their school bag.
It’s a simple project of sewing fabric together to make a pouch.
Adding a pocket for accessories could be a nice touch, too.
To protect it properly, be sure to match the case to the tablet’s size.
If you incorporate designs the recipient likes, they’ll be happy when they receive it, but a simpler design may be better if you want it to be used for a long time.
Caricature button badge
Buttons printed with each child’s portrait will likely become a lifelong keepsake.
They’re easy to make—just print the portraits painted with acrylics or similar materials using a button-making machine, and you’re done.
Boys can wear them on hats, and girls can attach them to bags, so there’s a good chance they’ll keep them on even after starting elementary school.
It’s a handmade item that lasts and will remind them of their preschool or kindergarten every time they see it, so give it a try.
fabric pencil case
When studying in elementary school, writing utensils and a pencil case to hold them are indispensable tools.
How about giving a pencil case as a graduation keepsake, since it will be used for daily study from now on? The process involves sewing pieces of fabric together and attaching a zipper.
Paying attention to the number of fabric layers you stack and how you fold the edges is key to making a sturdy pencil case.
The design is up to you, but if you use different fabrics for the inside and outside, you can create a fun structure where a different design appears when it’s opened.
Incorporating the child’s name into the design can also add originality and make it more interesting.
Flower box with a clock
This is a flower box with a clock, made using an empty box and flowers.
You can get a nice wooden box and dried flowers at a 100-yen shop, so gather those first.
Start by preparing a piece of Styrofoam cut to fit the inside of the box, and make a hole the size of the clock where you want to place it.
Use glue to attach the Styrofoam to the bottom of the box, then insert the clock into the hole.
Next, insert the dried flowers into the Styrofoam.
Once you’ve decorated it nicely, close the lid and you’re done.
Give it a try!
perpetual calendar
Let’s handcraft a perpetual calendar in your favorite design—once you make it, you can use it forever.
While it’s nice to get a fresh calendar at the turn of the seasons, finding one you truly love can be surprisingly hard.
A calendar where you slide the dates each month can be used year after year, making it perfect as a keepsake.
If you create a collage with group photos or memorable snapshots, it can also serve as a gift for occasions like graduations.
How about giving a warm, handmade calendar that weaves precious memories into its design?
[Graduation Commemorative Gifts] Handmade Presents Kids Will Love! A Collection of Easy-to-Make Ideas (21–30)
Easy! Handmade Medal
Handmade medals are perfect gifts to give from the time children are in preschool through their graduation.
When making the medals, adjust the length so that the medal sits around chest level when worn around the neck.
If you want to include a message or a portrait on the medal, prepare separate sheets sized to fit the medal and have the children draw on them; this will help the work go smoothly.
It’s also recommended to write the recipient’s name on the medal.
When presenting the medals, you might enhance the atmosphere by also giving origami flowers or playing music that helps everyone look back on their memories.
