150 Fun DIY Gifts Anyone Can Make

These thrifty DIY gift ideas are the best of the best from The Thrift Store Decor Team. I love some of these projects so much that I’m going to make a few for myself and maybe a couple to give as gifts.

These handmade gift ideas are perfect for Christmas, birthdays, “I love you” gifts, hostess gifts, or thoughtful surprises at any time. The projects range from vintage jewelry magnets and teacup candles to handmade wood signs, painted trays, DIY coasters, and more.

Thrifty DIY Gift Ideas

We can all tell whether a gift was a last-minute purchase or if a lot of thought went into it. Your friends and family will have no doubt about these gifts, which can be personalized for the recipient. Homemade gifts are special. Look through the projects and let me know which ones you would love to receive as a gift!

Confetti Party Coasters

Confetti coasters are such fun. They are inexpensive to make and take no time at all, less than 30 minutes (allowing for drying time). And you just have to smile when you look at them. These coasters are perfect for everyday use or as a conversation starter at your next party.

Candy Filled Gift Mugs

The first gift idea I have for you is something you don’t even have to make. I found the Moscow Mule Brass cup at Goodwill. I bought a set of 4 for $4.99. These mugs are usually at least $10. Anyway, I filled it with chocolate goodness (project here). You could also fill the mug with homemade chocolates or cookies or party mix or hot chocolate mix……you get the idea.

DIY Bookmarks

The next DIY gift is from Sarah, Sadie Seasongoods. I love the vintage jewelry bookmarks and have been tossing around the idea of using some of my vintage jewelry for this purpose. I didn’t know how to put the bookmarks together, but now I know. The tutorial is here.

Candles In Vintage Dishes 

What could be better than using an heirloom dish in a way that can be displayed year-round? Pam used her grandmother’s vintage glass candy dish to make a candle. She used wax that complemented the color of the dish, and the wicks are even cooler! See her project here.

No Sew Rooster Kitchen Towel

Christy had me at “no sew.” Roosters are trendy, and anything rooster or chicken is collectible. The colors in the towel caught my eye too. Just another great DIY present idea. See the towel tutorial here.

Decoupaged Tray

This thrift store tray never looked better. Maryann decoupaged it with wrapping paper. I love the tropical leaf design. You can see the tutorial here.

Coffee Mug Hanger

The repurposed cabinet door coffee mug hanger project isn’t as difficult as it looks….or sounds. You wouldn’t even need to add the shelf thingy on top. Just get a cabinet door from the Habitat Restore or someplace similar, then paint it and screw brass hangers on it. Add hangers to the back, and you’re set. To see Gail’s tutorial click here.

Painted Jewelry Tray 

Make a tabletop organizer tray for your bedroom. Thrift store shelves are filled with brass, glass, or wood pieces that would make perfect organizers with just a bit of prettying up. Find it here… Spray Paint A Table Top Organizer Tray For The Bedroom

Homemade Peppermint Scrub

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like to be pampered. I bet the peppermint scrub smells so good, and do you know the odor of peppermint lifts your spirits? True. Find the tutorial here.

Cookie Stand with Cookies

I had to showcase a couple more of my gift ideas. The cookie stand is a two-for-one because I included the recipe for the no-bake cookies! Find the cookie recipe here along with how to put the cookie stand together.

Refrigerator Magnet Gift Ideas

Okay, another of my favorite gift ideas is DIY magnets. I have made many magnets using vintage earrings, dominoes, seashells, and more. The photo above shows the old drawer pulls, antique keys, and other miscellaneous hardware I used to make refrigerator magnets. You can find that project here.

DIY Drink Coasters

You might think these coasters would be difficult to make but they aren’t. Pam bought the wood slices at Michael’s then painted the stripes on them. You could paint them any color! Find the tutorial here.

Monogrammed Gift Idea

This tray was just a seasonal decor piece before Carlene gave it a makeover. The monogrammed tray would be perfect for anyone who loves to entertain! Find the tutorial here……DIY Monogramed Gift.

Personalized Christmas Gift Ornaments

These personalized ornaments are a cute DIY gift idea and great for kids. They love seeing their name featured on the Christmas Tree. If they are little kids, just try keeping them away from the ornament, lol. Find the tutorial here……DIY Christmas Ornaments.

Thrifty DIY Gift Ideas from the Thrift Store Decor Team

All 150 money-saving DIY gift ideas for everyone on your list are below. Just click the photo to see the project. As always, thanks for being here, and have a great day, Kathy