20 Handmade Gift Ideas That Cost Less Than $20

Looking for a great gift for someone special? These DIY gift ideas should inspire you. They're inexpensive, thoughtful, and easy to make.

Gift-giving is so much fun, especially when you can give that person a personalized gift they will love!

Below are handmade gift ideas that you can give, and don't worry. They all include a complete tutorial.

Handmade Gift Ideas:

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1. Mod Podge Box for Cards from the Crafting Nook

There’s no need to spend a lot of money on storage items. Upcycle those unused boxes by giving them a pretty look and new purpose. This Mod Podge upcycled box is perfect for storing cards, photos, and craft supplies!

2. I'm So Freaking Cold Sweatshirt from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Learn how to make a sweatshirt for your favorite person who is always cold!

3. Personalized Candle from It's Always Autumn

Learn how to make personalized candles with your favorite photo using an easy packing tape transfer! This gorgeous handmade gift can be made in 15 minutes for under 5 bucks.

4. Handmade Journal from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Learn how to transform a simple composition notebook into a chic, personalized journal. This easy DIY tutorial is perfect for a homemade gift.

5. All Natural Lip Balm with Essential Oils from Simple Made Pretty

If you want an easy beauty DIY lip balm recipe or handmade gift idea, make an all-natural lip balm with essential oils. 

6. Sharpie Painted Mugs from Glued To My Crafts

Have you seen those Sharpie-painted mugs all over Pinterest? It's such a popular idea right now!

7. Exfoliating Loofah Soap from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Learn how to exfoliate Loofah soap using melt-and-pour soap. An Easy DIY Craft Tutorial Idea that makes a great handmade gift!

8. Glass Etched Monogram Candy Jar from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Learn to make a monogrammed etched candy jar with our guide. It's the perfect gift and a unique way to personalize your treats!

9. Pressed Flower Candle from Hometalk

Are you looking for a relatively easy handmade gift for that special lady in your life? She may be a friend, your mother, your fiancé, your wife, or your sister. In this tutorial, I will show you how to press real flowers and use them to decorate glass teacups to make homemade candles.

10. Stunning Jewelry Dishes from Hearth and Vine

Alcohol ink jewelry dishes are easy to create and make beautiful handmade gifts. I made them look like flowers but there are many options when working with these beautiful inks. Caution: you may become obsessed with this creative art.

11. Vinyl Car Window Decal Sticker from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Make your own Car Decals and express your personality and style.

12. Cement Succulent Pots from Five Marigolds

This week I made one of my favorite projects ever: simple cement succulent pots. I absolutely love these because it’s super easy, inexpensive, and look beautiful and modern.

13. Wood Blocks Puzzle from The Country Chic Cottage

Make this wood block puzzle a handmade gift idea for any toddler or pre-school-aged child on your gift-giving list. This straightforward project will also help keep you on a budget this holiday season. Grab your supplies and make your own version today.

14. Rope Basket from Lydi Out Loud

Would you believe this rope throw basket started as a dollar store laundry basket? Add some rope, paint, fabric, and a glue gun, and you can make this stylish rope basket in less than an hour!

15. Personalize A Cutting Board from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Elevate your gift game with personalized cutting boards! Learn how to add a personal touch to your presents.

16. Monogram Pendant Necklace from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Create a Round Monogram Pendant Necklace. Beautiful handmade jewelry to give as a gift or keep for yourself.

17. Ombre Kitchen Utensils from Lydi Out Loud

I’ve seen a variety of painted kitchen utensils on Pinterest through the years, and making my own has been on my project list for ages.

18. Handmade Sugar Scrub with Orange Peel from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Make your own orange peel sugar scrub! This refreshing DIY recipe is great for glowing skin and makes the perfect handmade gift for friends and family.

19. Color Block Clock from Almost Makes Perfect

The other day, I picked up one of these wood clock faces at the craft store, but I had no idea what to do with it, so I just decided to paint half!

20. DIY Quote Sign from Sugar Bee Crafts

I currently have a weakness for quote signs, sticking favorite quotes onto a board, and hanging it on the walls.  I’ve seen this Let’s Stay Home quote floating around on pillows and signs and wanted to make one for myself – isn’t it awesome?!

21. Display Frame for Extra Lego Pieces from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Bring Lego to life with this versatile Lego Man Silhouette SVG cut file! Perfect for crafting unique designs on shirts, mugs, and party decorations.

22. Make a Fabric Wallet from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Craft your own stylish fabric wallet! This easy step-by-step tutorial shows you how to make a functional and fun wallet customized to your taste.

23. Napping Blanket from The Crafty Blog Stalker

Learn how to apply heat transfer vinyl on a fleece blanket! This easy DIY tutorial gives pro tips for a smooth, lasting design.

What is your favorite handmade gift that you have received? Leave a comment below!