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40+ DIY Christmas Gifts for Mom to Make Her Holidays Brighter

Written by Blake Simpson Last Updated on December 04, 2023

No gift can be as lovely and delightful as our mothers, but these wonderful ideas for DIY gifts can be. Thanks to these presents, we may use them to show them how special they are to us. If you want to make a sweet and easy Christmas present for your mom, you’ve come to the right place.

Our moms spend much time loving and caring for us as kids. It’s easy to show our loved ones how much we appreciate all they do for us at Christmas. You can find a fun collection of cute and thoughtful DIY Christmas gifts for mom below. These handmade gifts will make her feel loved and special all year, not just during the holidays.

40+ DIY Christmas Gifts for Mom That She Will Adore

1. Pressed Flower in Glass

Giving flowers as a present is one of the oldest ways to do it, and it’s even more wonderful when given as a present this Christmas. How about making your mom a glass of flower art? This beautiful decor can be kept for seasons, and someone who loves flowers like your mother will be delighted to receive this meaningful gift.

2. Bath Bombs

Thanks to the nice smell after washing, these fruit bath bombs will help your mom relax and chill every day. If you want your mom to sincerely enjoy the present, pick the fruit scent she loves, like watermelon, strawberry, sweet orange, or nine unique scents. You’ll make them into cute gifts for mom, and she’ll use them for taking a shower.

3. Gilded Photo Ornaments

Of course, your mom will love putting ornaments on her desk all year, not just on the Christmas tree. First, you should take your photos and use a circle punch to make pictures for each of your ornaments. To make them round, just print some of your pictures together and use a circle paper punch. And ta-da!!! Your mom has a wonderful creation to keep the most beautiful memories made by your own hands.

Get a tutorial at Gilded Photo Ornaments

4. Christmas Knit Sweater

What a lovely DIY knit sweater! You can make your mom feel warm and cozy this winter by giving her a knit sweater for Christmas. It looks lovely over a dress and will keep your mom’s shoulders warm at night. This lovely knit sweater is flexible, simple, and cheap, so what could be better?

Read more about the Christmas Knit Sweater

5. Holders for Coffee Cups

Instead of getting your mom a different mug, why don’t you make her this cute rustic-style mug organizer to keep all the nice mugs she had? When you craft these holders as DIY gifts for mom, she’ll love them because they keep the mugs safe and clean. This rank will be her favorite gift she adores to use this Christmas.

Get a tutorial at Holder for Coffee Cups

6. DIY Snowman Earrings

More than jewelry, these DIY snowman pearl earrings will be a daily reminder of your love for your mom. You can make this unique Christmas present for her with just a few easy-to-find accessories. This gift will touch your mom’s heart and attract everyone’s eyes when she wears it. And she will be so proud and happy because she is wearing a gift made by her girl!

7. Scented Bath Salts

In addition to making your mom feel loved and cared for, these bath salts with scents will help her relax and feel better. You can make it even more Christmassy by placing the finished product in a lovely jar with a lid. The smell of these DIY bath salts is a lovely mix of rosemary and spearmint. She will love the thought that you made it just for her.

8. Christmas Photo Keychain

With the pictures you add to this keychain, your mom can return to when these were made. She will remember the good times you had as kids when you add pictures of you two from your childhood. For her, this gift leaves a special place in her heart when she receives it on Christmas day because it recalls lots of precious memories with you!

Get a tutorial at Christmas Photo Keychain

9. Custom Candle Holders

It’s never too late to start crafting something unique around your mom’s home. You can easily make these candle holders as gifts for her, and they’re not too hard to put together. Just paint them and add something extra to make your gift even better. Surely, your mom will love them because she knows you have tried to make her happy this Christmas.

10. Lip Scrub

DIY lip scrubs are cheap and easy to make, and they’re great for moms who want to take care of their lips during the cold winter. At Christmas, your mother’s lips will no longer be chapped with this wonderful gift. With just a few steps and basic ingredients, you can easily find it anywhere. Why not try it now?

11. Christmas Cookbook Stand

This cookbook stand will free up room on your mom’s counter and show off her favorite recipes, whether she’s a professional cook or just likes reading in the kitchen. Because you made it yourself, we believe your mom will be surprised when you give this wooden stand to her for Christmas.

Get a tutorial at Christmas Cookbook Stand

12. Colorful Tote Bag

Are you seeking stylish do-it-yourself Christmas gifts for mom? An eye-catching tote bag might do the trick. You can craft a bag in her favorite colors that she can use to carry all of her day’s essentials. Whether going shopping or going to work, this bag is always a great friend to make your mother’s Christmas style truly stand out this year.

Get a tutorial at Colorful Tote Bag

13. Custom Cutting Board

If your mother is someone who loves to cook, then this Christmas, why not give her a cutting board designed specifically for her? You can use a pen or knife to carve your mom’s name and some words of wisdom into the welcome line. This is what she’s most excited about this year, and she will love making tasty meals for your family.

14. Lavender Sachets

What a lovely and fragrant gift! For a soft scent on her clothes, you can put these lavender bags in her bedroom drawers or on the shelves of her closet. The lavender scent will smell faintly sweet and create a unique scent only your mother has. She’ll appreciate your DIY effort and the idea behind these lavender sachets!

You can get a tutorial here: Lavender Sachets

15. DIY Christmas Bookmarks

These beautiful bookmarks are a must-have for any list of homemade gifts for moms this Christmas. If your mom loves reading, this gift will make her smile every time she takes a break. With just small pieces of paper, a set of colored pencils, and a pair of skillful hands, you can make cute bookmarks for your mother. Every time you read a book, your mother will use this lovely bookmark—the gift of your love.

16. Photo Explosion Box

Although this looks like a normal Christmas gift box, it’s full of treats that will make your mom overjoyed as she opens it. Each picture is carefully chosen before being connected to a layer of the gift box. This box of love you give your mom for Christmas will be a great surprise, and every time she uses it, she’ll think of how sweet you are.

17. Best Mom Trophy

If you want to make the gift yourself, you can get a vase or award cup, paint it one color, and put a sign that says “Best Mom.” Even more, don’t forget to make a spot on the award where you can attach the most lovely flowers to show your mother how much you love her. Let’s give her this trophy to honor all the things she has sacrificed for this family. Your mom will enjoy this funny Christmas present so much that she won’t stop laughing.

18. Christmas Wooden Spoons

If your mom cooks a lot at home, don’t just give her a set of boring wooden spoons. These unique DIY wooden spoons will be a great idea to make her kitchen look more fun this Christmas. You can make it appear however you want and add a message! For sure, your mom will love this Christmas gift because what mom doesn’t love making tasty food for her family?

19. DIY Whiteboards

Are the reminder notes on the refrigerator too old? Why don’t you take this Christmas time to make your mother a newly decorated whiteboard so she can write everything down? This gift will be very helpful and significant in her daily life. It also lets your mother feel how much you care about her, even in the smallest details.

You can read more about DIY Whiteboards

20. Christmas Luggage Tag

This Christmas, you can craft your mom this lovely, bright suitcase tag. The bright red color and white snowflakes make this a must-have Christmas ornament that your mother will love. If a special date or her name were written on it, it would mean more. For her next Christmas/New Year’s trip, tag her luggage and tell everyone she’s having a blast! What a great idea, isn’t it?

21. Hot Cocoa Mix

Another great gift idea for mom at any time is this drink mix. It usually has tiny marshmallows, cocoa powder, nonfat dry milk, granulated sugar, and non-dairy creamer. Just heat the milk or water with this drink, and she’s ready to go. Make her feel blessed with this easy and sweet gift!

Get a tutorial at Hot Cocoa Mix

22. Christmas Coffee Cozy

With this Christmas coffee cozy in your mom’s bag, she doesn’t have to worry about coffee getting on her hands or using a paper coffee cozy. This wool cozy is indeed one of her favorite DIY Christmas gifts ever! Your mom picks up a hot cup of coffee, but she doesn’t feel hot when she does. In fact, it’s very convenient; isn’t that great?

Get a tutorial at Christmas Coffee Cozy

23. Christmas Painted Mason Jars

This Christmas, you can use these hand-painted mason jars to bring holiday cheer to your mom’s house. The fresh flowers you put in each of these DIY-painted jars will fill the space around her with the fragrance of nature. This beautiful gift you made for your mom will brighten her special day!

Get a tutorial at Christmas Painted Mason Jars

24. Christmas Gratitude Journal

What could be sweeter when you write notes to your mom in a book you made yourself? A simple gift is sometimes the best one. That’s why you should give this Thanksgiving journal to your mom for Christmas. You only need a notebook, a pen, and your love, and then you can show your mother how much you love her.

Get a tutorial at Christmas Gratitude Journal

25. Christmas Book Planter

No doubt, this would be a wonderful present for your mom if she loves books and is close to nature. You only need a few things to make this cute do-it-yourself project: a set of succulents, white stone pebbles, and an old or blank hardback book. It is a one-of-a-kind piece of art that your mother will love because your own skillful hands and sincere love created it.

26. Christmas Quilt

Who doesn’t like curling up in a quilt in the winter? Therefore, you should make your mom’s December extra special by giving her this Christmas quilt. When winter comes, your mother will still feel cozy and be embraced in this Christmas quilt. And surely, the way you loved her will always be in her mind with this lovely present!

27. Christmas Marble-Dipped Mug

A DIY marble-dipped mug would be a very modern Christmas present for a mom who loves designs with lots of bright marble patterns. For a cold winter day, what could be better than a cup made just for your mom to hold her hot chocolate?

28. Milk and Honey Soap

Have you realized it’s been a long time since your mom had self-care? If the answer is “yes,” this amazing soap might be a good choice for her to make this Christmas more special. It’s surprisingly easy to make these soaps that smell like honey. This sweet gift will make your mom joyful and give her a new way to care for her skin every time she bathes.

29. Knit Blanket

Are you looking for more sweet things you can make for mom? Because of this chunky knit blanket, you can keep your mom toasty warm all winter. But you are afraid because you have never knitted before? Don’t worry about it. It’s very easy to make this knit blanket, but the surprise for your mom is huge! This is a useful DIY gift that she will love and cherish when she receives it because it’s so special and convenient.

You can get a tutorial at Knit Blanket

30. Family Tree Poster

When your mom sees this unique and important gift, she is certain to be moved to tears. This Christmas gift means a lot to your mom and the whole family because it brings back good memories of loved ones and times spent together. What a wonderful gift, isn’t it?

Get a tutorial at Family Tree Poster

31. Clay Trays

Your mom loves to wear a lot of rings and bands every day? Then why not give her a place to lie down while she bathes or goes to bed? This elegant clay bowl for small items is a great homemade Christmas gift for mom. It will keep her jewelry clean and make her desk look even better.

32. Homemade Vanilla

Does your mom love baking so much? Your mom’s desserts will taste a lot sweeter with this fresh vanilla. This spice comes from natural ingredients you can easily prepare and make yourself. This lovely gift will make your cooking mom happy and motivate her to bake tasty cakes for the whole family.

33. Personalized Poster for Mom

Another DIY gift for your mom is a personalized poster with your thoughts. Sometimes, we love mom, not for the big things but for the simple things, and it’s all written on this wonderful gift. You can be sure that this gift can make your mom feel truly beloved because she will know that everything she does for you is appreciated and remembered.

34. Twig Heart Wall Art

How could your mother refuse this lovely Christmas gift? With just a few basic tools, like a small twig, a fabric bow, and tape, you can create a heart shape that can be decorated in your mother’s room. For sure, it’s an adorable DIY present that will help her keep in mind the best times this December. This lovely gift makes her feel like she is truly blessed to always have you by her side.

Get a tutorial at Twig Heart Wall Art

35. Flower Magnets

Another cute idea is to hang pictures of family members to save the memorable moments you and your mother have experienced. Magnets with flowers are easy last-minute gifts that will make mom happy whenever she sees them in the fridge. How lovely this floral gift is, right?

You can get a tutorial at Flower Magnets

36. Christmas String Art

Instead of buying a costly gift, you could gift her wall art as Christmas decor, including a Christmas tree and other festive images. Without a doubt, this new and creative thing you did will surprise your mom. You can make your mother a gift by following a few easy steps and using common items from around your house. This present will make her think of you whenever she looks at it.

Get a tutorial at Christmas String Art

37. Christmas Wrapped Bouquet

People often say that first impressions are very important. Some of her favorite flowers and either new or old wrapping paper are all you need to make this Christmas gift. She will love how sweet you are when she receives this lovely Christmas gift.

Get a tutorial at Christmas Wrapped Bouquet

38. Wallpapered Recipe Box

With peel-and-stick wallpaper, it’s easy to come up with a simple recipe box that is personalized for your mom this Christmas. Her favorite recipes are in this gift that you’ve made for her, which she will keep dear for years to come. It’s an incredibly helpful and essential present, don’t you agree?

Get a tutorial at Wallpapered Recipe Box

39. Knitted Scarf

Whether you know how to knit or have never done it before, a scarf is a simple Christmas gift that she will love and use. Always knit with love, and make sure the yarn is her best color. I can’t imagine how surprised and happy your mother will be as soon as she receives this meaningful gift made by your hands.

You can read more at Knitted Scarf

40. Clay Triangle Necklace

Women may not resist the beauty of jewelry, right? If you want to bring joy to your mom, I think this clay necklace is always a good choice. You will need a gold-plated chain, a pin, and a gold leaf for this personal project. These easy steps will help you craft a lovely necklace for your mom this Christmas. The necklace you made for your mom is going to let her smile with pride.

Get a tutorial at Clay Triangle Necklace

41. Rhinestone Headband

Your mom will look more stylish this holiday season if she wears a hat with sparkles. You may design her a special headband to make her feel like it’s Christmas. I’m sure your mother will be the star of this Christmas party wearing that adorable headband.

42. Coffee Table Basket

Trust me, your mom will adore this pretty coffee table basket so much! The rope detail looks rough and is right on style. Not much is needed; all you need is a few basic things like cardboard, glue sticks, rope, and shears. A cute little basket that can hold her hot coffee on Christmas Eve.

Get a tutorial at Coffee Table Basket

43. Wine Cork Coasters

This is one of the coolest craft ideas for Christmas that we guess your mom will love. You will look amazing in her eyes when you know how to reuse the corks she was throwing away. A table without water rings is an extra present for her. These coasters are so fun that no mom can stop having fun and laughing.

You can read more about Wine Cork Coasters

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Summary

Mother is the greatest gift that God has given us, so a gift for her on Christmas Eve will be a very meaningful way to express your love. You can easily find a gift for your mother through the supermarket or e-commerce platform, but a gift made by yourself is more unique and emotional.

With this blog post, never before has it been so easy to make a Christmas DIY present for your mom. As long as you put in enough work and love, the end will be very sweet and surprising, and your mom will be very moved. For that reason, hopefully, this list was able to help you come up with 40+ DIY Christmas gifts for mom and make her more special this winter- day!