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18 DIY Last Minute Handmade Gift Ideas

Need a last minute gift and want to make something handmade? Here’s a few great DIY last minute handmade gift ideas you can make quick!

It’s that time of year when all you hear about is gifts gifts gifts. I am a weirdo who likes to make gifts (I also buy gifts – I just love making things!) but I have been on both sides of an unwanted handmade gift.

There’s nothing worse than having to fake enthusiasm over a bad gift or to work on something for a long time only to have the recipient literally laugh out loud (it was my sister).

So, today I wanted to round up some ideas for handmade gifts that don’t suck.

Handmade gifts can actually be extra special and sentimental because a loved one took the time to make it themselves.

But making gifts also usually takes a lot of time and effort and you have to have a certain skillset.

Here’s some really good DIY last minute handmade gift ideas that you can make for someone in your life!

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DIY Last Minute Handmade Gift Ideas

If you forgot to order someone a present, you’re low on cash, or you just really want to make something, there’s lots of good handmade gift ideas that don’t take long to make.

Whether you want to be crafty or get into the shop and make something quick and small with scrap wood, there’s a DIY gift out there for you!

DIY Last Minute Handmade Gift Ideas

Here's a great list of last minute gifts you can make this holiday season. Whether it's a scrap wood building project or a quick and easy craft, your recipient is sure to love any of these!

What’s your favorite handmade gift to give?

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