Handmade Gift Ideas Kids Will Love! Small, Fun Presents
There are times when you want to give a small gift to a friend’s child or your child’s friend, right?
In those situations, it can feel awkward to give something with the price showing or something too expensive.
So here are some recommendations for simple handmade gifts that kids will love!
I’ve gathered lots of ideas, like small items made with 100-yen shop supplies and ways to upgrade your gifts just by putting extra care into the wrapping.
They’re all lovely gift ideas, so feel free to use them as a reference!
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Kids Will Love It! Handmade Ideas for Small Gifts (21–30)
Sparkly Bracelet
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I want to give a gift to a stylish friend! Here are some ideas for sparkly bracelets.
Shiny accessories are special items you can wear only on your days off, right? Making them by hand makes it even more exciting.
All you need are pipe cleaners and large beads.
Twist the pipe cleaners, braid them, and thread the beads to complete the bracelet.
For colors, combine the recipient’s favorite shades or choose ones that suit them—it’ll make them happy.
Be careful while making it so you don’t get hurt by the ends of the pipe cleaners—that’s the key point!
chain mail bracelet
As the name suggests, here’s a bracelet made with chain stitch that looks like a chain.
It’s created by threading your favorite beads onto lace thread and connecting them with chain stitches using a crochet hook.
The steps are simple, so even lower elementary school children can make it.
Focus, and skillfully move your hands and fingers.
The chain stitch is a fundamental crochet technique.
This project is perfect for kids who want to start learning to crochet.
Wearing the finished bracelet on your wrist will make it even more satisfying.
Sakura Clear Photo Frame
Let’s make a cherry blossom photo frame using laminate film and straws.
First, cut the laminate film to your preferred size, stick cherry blossom shapes cut from origami onto the adhesive side, and press them down to avoid trapping air bubbles.
Next, frame the edges with straws of your choice, and attach a pocket to insert the photo—then you’re done.
A single straw isn’t strong enough, so use two straws for the top and bottom.
Finally, attach a string to the back for hanging to finish it off.
Milk carton accessory case
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Here’s an idea for making a small container from a milk carton.
First, cut out the container’s net (template) from the milk carton.
The size is up to you, but it’s recommended to cut it so that one side of the carton becomes the bottom of the container.
Glue rectangular construction paper to both the front and back of the template, then fold along the crease lines to form a box.
Fold the corners so they stick outwards.
Punch holes in the protruding corners and tie a ribbon to finish.
Plain construction paper is fine, but if you paint a colorful design on the outside with paints, you can make use of painting techniques and enjoy an even more engaging craft time.
Mini basket bouquet gift
Mini basket bouquets are made using a plastic bottle cap as the base.
Decorate the sides of the basket by wrapping thread or yarn around them, then attach a braided thread as the handle.
Fill the inside of the basket with cotton, sprinkle glitter, and glue on beads.
Add a ribbon to the side of the basket, and it’s done.
By changing the colors of the thread and glitter and the types of beads, you can create a wide variety of mini basket bouquets.
They’re easy to carry and make great items for room decor.
Origami-Made! Tulip Corsage
Let’s make corsages out of origami and give them to the graduating children.
They’re very cute, and the recipients will be delighted.
You’ll need origami paper, lace paper doilies, ribbon, cardboard, safety pins, and so on.
Fold the lace paper (half-size) into a bouquet shape.
Use origami paper at one-quarter of the standard size.
Fold five tulips along with stems and leaves, then assemble them.
Attach cardboard to the back for strength and fasten a safety pin there.
And you’re done.
Candy keychain
Cute yet simple! Let’s make a candy keychain using a candy bag.
All the materials are available at 100-yen shops, so you can easily create an original gift at low cost.
The method is super simple! Put your favorite beads or character parts into a candy bag, thread a ball chain through, and you’re done.
It’s also fun to add tiny erasers, beads or bells that make a rattling sound! Even small children can enjoy making it with excitement.
It’s a delightful gift idea that will make you want one for yourself, too.
Picture your friend’s happy face and give it a try!