DIY gift Ideas

You need to find a gift; something for a special occasion. You want to get something that the person will want; something that they will use, but you can't find it.
Have you ever thought of giving something that you made with your own hands; something from the heart?
There are so many handmade gift ideas that there is bound to be something for everyone on your list and for every occasion. Even the least crafty person would be able to find something wonderful to make for a birthday, Easter, Christmas, St Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving, gift for teacher, birth of a baby --- for any occasion.

Add Meaning to Gift Giving
Imagine if you got a handmade gift that was made specifically for you -- by hand. Imagine how wonderful and appreciated that would make you feel; to know that someone took the time to make a gift for you. That that person thinks the world of you and decided to make something that they knew you would love. That is a wonderful feeling.
Most people really love getting a handmade gift. They treasure it and know that it's a gift from the heart. After all, the person took the time to figure out what to make for you and then took the time to make it. Who wouldn't treasure something like that?

A Few Gift Ideas

There are craft gift ideas for the inexperienced and the experienced crafter. You will be able to find something to make that is simple and easy or advanced. Anyone can do it; it's just a matter of finding something that you want to make.
Create a themed basket -- go for an Italian theme. You could use a colander for the basket. Add gourmet noodles, garlic bulbs, a spoon, some pasta sauce, cheese, and spices.
Put together a cookie mix kit - a favourite of all. In a mason jar, put together all the dry ingredients along with the instructions for a cookie recipe so that all they will have to do is put it all together and bake. Oh so yummy!
Make a personalized mirror - buy some inexpensive mirrors, find a picture or a word that best suits the receiver, then etch or paint the image or word onto the mirror. Add a few pieces of bling and voila, you have a fabulous forever gift to give.

Give homemade granola - do you know someone who loves granola? You can make your own homemade granola with raisins, nuts, cinnamon, cranberries, cherries, and so much more. What a delicious and healthy gift that would be.
Make some tile coasters - using small tiles. Paint or stamp a design onto the tiles. Glue a piece of felt to the underside, stack them carefully, and then tie them with a ribbon. These are inexpensive, unique, and useful.

Frame it - make a decorative frame. Take a plain picture frame and add your own touch of décor to it with acrylic paint, beads, ribbon, and polymer clay. Imaginative and creative.
Design a flower pot - hand paint or decorate a flower pot. Fill it with a plant. Beautiful!
Even the busiest person can find the time to create a handmade gift. The craft ideas are endless and many of them can be done by fitting your creative time into the nooks and crannies of your day. If you plan ahead, you can have it done in plenty of time for the event.

List of Arts and Crafts
Here you can find a list of arts and crafts to get you inspired and started. Browse through the list and find something that you think you would like to make. Who knows, you may find more than one idea…
Basket making/Basket weaving - weaving unspun fibres into a basket shape.
Beadwork - the art or craft of attaching beads to one another or onto cloth using a needle and thread, or wire. Most commonly used in making jewelry. Can be used to adorn clothing, and to make a wall hanging.

There are so many handmade gift ideas to choose from. You will be able to find something you enjoy making and giving.