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25 Beautiful DIY Gifts for Grandma

On the hunt for a special DIY gift for your grandma? We have collected 25 amazing ideas that will brighten her day and that she will love! These are cheap, easy, fun to make, and totally practical!

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How to Make Grapefruit Bath Salts for a Home Spa or DIY Favors

Grandma will love these soothing bath salts as a DIY gift. They are cheap and easy to make, plus make a great addition to a nice spa basket present.

DIY Recipe: How to Make Rose Gold with Rose Petal Bath Bombs

Here’s another fun DIY spa idea. Learn how to make these beautiful rose petal bath bombs using natural ingredients. These are way cheaper to make compared to store bought, while still looking high end.

How To Sew Knitting Project Bags The Easy Way

For the one grandma that loves to craft, gift them this versatile craft bag. If you are already great on the sewing machine, you will have this project finished in no time.

Adorable Handprint Craft for Grandma with a Free Printable Template

If you have younger kids and toddlers, grandma will love getting a handprint art keepsake! Grab the free template that is great for any occasion.

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Cute DIY Garden Sign Idea

Does nana have a green thumb and her own garden? Then she will love this DIY hand painted sign. While the designs are really intricate, you don’t need any special skills. This was done by using decorative napkins, a stencil, and Mod Podge.

Remember Lil’Me Upcycled Throw Pillow

Upcycle old throw pillows by using sentimental fabrics to make grandma the most special gift! Not to mention it means a little more because it’s handmade.

DIY Lavender Orange Bath Salts

This DIY bath salts recipe is quick and easy to make and you probably already have at least one friend or family member in mind who would love to receive their own bath salts gift.

DIY Stovetop Potpourri Simmer Pot Gift Jar

All you need to make perfect potpourri for grandma is a jar, some dried fruit and spices, and a free printable gift label for the jar. That way, you can give the gift of something cute, homemade and extra-special.

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How to Make Bookmarks with Pressed Flowers (Kid-Friendly DIY!)

Your kids can help make these sweet DIY pressed flower bookmarks and Grandma will just adore them! This project is totally affordable and you can make them in bulk to give to plenty of friends and family.

Mason Jar Hot Chocolate

If you need a winter gift idea for Grandma, she will love this hot chocolate treat! It’s a simple mix that she can make herself when she wants to enjoy a cup of cocoa. Plus, it’s budget friendly! Remember to check the dollar store for cheap, festive glassware.

DIY Sewing Kit in a Jar

A little sewing kit with a pin cushion top is just the DIY gift to give to your Grandma this year. It comes together quickly and picking out the its and bits to put inside is half the fun.

Homemade Beeswax Lip Balm (Homemade Pink Grapefruit Burt’s Bees!)

Who knew making homemade lip balm would be so easy (and so fun!) to make. This simple gift is fun to make and so practical to give to your grandmother.

Crochet Sunflower Coasters in a Pot

These coasters where designed to resemble sunflowers, and when arranged in the pot, they look like a cheerful flower arrangement. The pot features a ring of leaves on the outside edge, adding to the decorative effect. Each coaster takes about 40 minutes to make making it a perfect evening project.

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Best Chocolate Fudge Recipe

This wonderfully sweet and delightfully gooey chocolate fudge is the perfect DIY gift for Grandma! Made without condensed milk or added sugar, it’s a healthier twist on a classic treat that she’ll love. You can indulge in this vegan fudge guilt-free, making it a thoughtful and delicious homemade gift that’s both satisfying and heartwarming.

Healthy Chewy No Bake Granola Bars

These Healthy Chewy No-Bake Granola Bars are the perfect DIY gift for Grandma! This easy, delicious, and customizable recipe creates a nutrient-packed snack or breakfast treat that she can enjoy anytime. With its wholesome ingredients and rich flavor, it’s a thoughtful and healthy homemade gift that’s sure to brighten her Christmas!

Vegan Chocolate Truffles

Vegan Chocolate Truffles make a great homemade gift for Grandma! These effortless yet decadent treats are ideal for any special occasion. With their rich cocoa flavor and irresistibly smooth texture, they’re a luxurious delight made from just three simple ingredients— a thoughtful and easy homemade gift she’ll truly appreciate.

Salted Caramel Candied Walnuts with Rosemary

These Salted Caramel Candied Walnuts with Rosemary are a perfect DIY gift for Grandma! Made in just 10 minutes with five simple ingredients, this delicious and flavorful snack is both healthy and satisfying. The combination of sweet caramel, savory rosemary, and crunchy walnuts creates an elegant homemade treat that makes for a thoughtful and fancy Christmas gift she’ll love.

How to Make DIY Candles with Essential Oils

Not only do essential oil candles make great gifts, but it’s also such a rewarding experience to hand-make candles for people we love! The fragrance choice is personal, but when mixing essential oils, you can use different pre-made aromatherapy blends or individual essential oils!

DIY Photo Coasters

Give grandma the gift of walking down memory lane with these DIY photo coasters. They are super special but still practical and she will light up every time she sees the pictures.

Embroidered Handprint Pillow

Here’s another fun and special keepsake for grandma that she will love! Simply trace the handprint onto a pillow cover using a fabric marker. Then go back in with embroidery thread of different colors.

Spring Wreath in Pink and Lavender

Brighten up grandma’s front door by making this sweet heart wreath! You could totally mix and match the ribbon and flower color for different seasons and holidays.

DIY Dragonflies

These little wire dragonflies are cute and fun to add to any indoor and outdoor potted plants. Use grandma’s favor color to make the beads.

Grandma’s “Tweet” Hearts – Kids Footprint Canvas

Instead of handprints, this time toddlers can use their little feet to make this fun keepsake.

Floral Herb Perfume

Use this DIY recipe to make your grandma a batch of floral herbed perfume that can also be used in the house.

Wood Portrait

Use photos and transfer to wood slices for a fun and unique gift idea that grandma can cherish for years to come.

We hope you love our collection of DIY gifts for grandma that are perfect for holiday throughout the year!

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