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22 Fun and Easy DIY Gifts for Friends

Looking for fun and easy DIY gifts for your friends? We have collected 22 of the best handmade gifts that your besties will love.

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Whether you are crafty (or maybe not) you are going to find the perfect gift for your friend that you can gift, feel good about, and one they will totally love!

DIY Marbled Nail Polish Mugs

Learn how to make marbled nail polish mugs using just a few simple supplies! She recommends to use darker colors so they show up better. Don’t forget to shop at your local dollar shop for cheap and cute cup options.

How to Sew a Japanese Knot Bag with Free Pattern

This adorable and practical bag is a perfect gift for your girlfriends! It’s a great idea if you are already one who knows how to sew, but also easy enough to learn by using her free pattern.

Potted Herb DIY Gifts with Printable Tags

When giving gifts, who doesn’t love herbs? It’s the perfect gift for those who love to cook and is easy to put together with these beautiful free printables!

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

These homemade bath bombs are absolutely stunning and so simple to make when following her guide. Wrap these up in cellophane bags with a cute ribbon for a nice DIY gift. You can also add them to spa baskets for a little extra touch.

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

Grapefruit bath salts are made with just 4 simple ingredients and come together in no time! It’s the perfect DIY gift to make for friends, especially if you have quite a few to put together and want to stay on a small budget.

How To Make a Chunky Hand Knit Blanket

Knit blankets are so fun and trendy, but have you seen what they go for at the stores? Learn how to make one on your own for a fraction of the price that your bestie will love.

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Orange Sugar Scrub

Making sugar scrubs from scratch are the perfect gifts because they are cheap, easy, and this version doesn’t have any crazy chemicals or ingredients like some you see at the store. Plus, who doesn’t need a little exfoliation?

Homemade Orange Bath Bombs

Making orange bath bombs is a cool project and fizzy bath bombs make great gifts. They are a fun, easy treat you can make using budget-friendly ingredients.

Gorgeous DIY Shadow Box

How amazing is this rustic shadow box? With minimal supplies you can make this DIY for all of your friends. She uses real dried flowers and also have a guide that you can follow. But, I feel like to cut down on the time and work you could also use faux flowers from the craft store. Mix and match the colors and ribbons to make one for any season or occasion.

Sweet Seashell Trinket Dishes with Mod Podge

For all of the beachy girlies, they will be in awe of these seashell trinket trays! Plus, if you like shelling at the beach and have some you want to part with, you could get out really cheap.

Simmer Pot Recipe (Easy Stovetop Potpourri)

If you have never smelled a simmer pot, you are missing out! These are perfect for fall and winter, but honestly I never get tired of the scent! It’s cozy, comforting, and totally homey feeling.

How to Make Rolled Beeswax Candles

Learn how to make homemade beeswax candles for all of your friends! This is a cute and simple idea, but if you are looking to spend a little more, consider bundling them with candlestick holders, an electric lighter, or those trendy aesthetic matches.

Fabric Flower Making Tutorial: Crafting Whimsical Blooms

Ditch the store bought cut flowers and make a full bouquet using scrap fabric! The options are endless depending on the patterns you choose, and the best part is that your friends can keep them forever unlike regular flower arrangements.

DIY Beeswax Hand Salve Recipe

Take the beeswax idea a little further and make hand salve. It’s the perfect recipe for dry and chapped hands. Plus, it looks so cute as a gift. Dress it up by using different jars, ribbons, and tags.

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 premade aromatherapy blends or individual essential oils!

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Make Your Own Bow Scrunchie

Create cute and fun scrunchies for all of your girlfriends! These are totally trendy, and a lot healthier for your hair since they tear and get wrapped around like regular hair ties do.

DIY Faux Ceramic Ring Cones

I love these ring cones! They are made from clay so once you bake it in the oven it hardens to last for years to come. Use different colors and designs based on your friend’s personality.

Boho DIY Denim Earrings – An Easy Jewelery Craft

Upcycle old denim to turn it into hip, boho style earrings! She walks you through all of the steps to make the jewelry. I can’t wait to try these!

How to Make a Felt Bookmark With Embroidered Initial

If your friends are bookworms, then they will definitely appreciate these custom bookmarks. She shows you exactly how to make the initials using embroidery thread and a needle. Plus, I don’t think you really need actual sewing skills for this one.

DIY Book Succulent Planter

I am a sucker for succulents! This book planter makes a great addition to any coffee table and nightstand. Know your friend’s existing decor? Be sure to choose a book that matches.

Macrame Plant Hanger with Beads

Craft a macrame plant hanger and you are hooked! These are really popular in the stores now, but you can totally DIY it. Make the gift complete with a small plant.

How to Make a Luxury Wooden Bath Tray!

See how to make this bath tray that is totally luxurious and looks high end. You will need a little help from power tools, but I think it’s worth it!

Hope you have found some amazing DIY gifts for every one of your special friends! Be sure to come back and let me know what you chose!