12 Easy Handmade Holiday Gifts

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I've done a lot of DIY tutorials over the years and a lot of the projects make really great gifts. So I thought, why not round them up and share again. There are just a few days before Christmas but these projects are all really to do and most take just an hour or two. Back before my working days, I had a lot of downtime around the holidays to sit back and craft. I especially loved making quick knits like my cabled hat for all of my family members. So if you have a little bit of time before the festivities take off, why not make a little something for someone special. And when you're done crafting, download my free printable Handmade Gifts Tags to wrap up your presents with something extra special.

12 Easy Handmade Holiday Gifts

1. Fabric Decoupage Jewelry Dishes

2. Paper Wrapped Candles

3. Decoupage Juice Glass Set

4. Chunky Cable Knit Hat (Free Pattern)

5. Painted Christmas Utensils

6. Fingerless Knitted Mitts (Free Pattern)

7. Therapy Rice Pillow

8. Triangle Bag

9. Easy Sunglasses Case

10. Drawstring Travel Bag

11. Turban Headband

12. Half Circle Zip Pouch

12 DIY Christmas Ornaments | Roundup

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I've always loved the Christmas season and ever since I've had a place of my own I've loved decorating for the season in just the way I want. I've even created a little collection of trees in all different colors so that I can create a theme for each tree. (obsessive? perhaps. But so much fun. :) This year I've been crazy busy with work and parties so I only put up the white one (instagrammed here) and I went with a red and silver theme. I likely won't get around to making any DIY ornaments this year but it is nice to dream so I've put together a little roundup for your inspiration. Happy crafting!

Twelve DIY Christmas Ornaments

1.  Bell Jar Ornaments from My So Called Crafty Life

2. Gold Glitter Ornaments from The Beauty Dojo

3. Donut Ornament from Studio DIY

4. Felt Pinecone from BHG

5. Origami Ball Garland from Sew DIY

6. Origami Diamond Ornaments from How About Orange

7. Retro Fabric Christmas Light Ornaments from Kojo Designs

8. Upcycled Christmas Wreath Ornament from Creative Green Living

9. Beaded Tassel Ornament from Sew DIY

10. Narwhal Ornament from Grainline Studio
Check out their owl ornament too. So cute and you get to sew!

11. Pom Pom Ornaments from North Story

12. Pipe Cleaner Ornaments from Martha Stewart
I'd love to make this for my white or silver tree. They look so easy and I love the simple design.

For more holiday DIY inspiration, check out my Holiday Crafting board on Pinterest.