Homemade Christmas Gifts for Kids

Feeling crafty and festive. Whip up some gifts for all the kids on your list, while you sit inside hiding from the weather. These homemade Christmas gifts for kids are perfect for those under 10. Or even older if the teenage attitudes haven’t begun yet! You could get everybody marked off your list today.

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All the Niblings

I came from a very small family. I had a total of 3 cousins. One side of the family was Jehovah’s Witnesses so they never celebrated Christmas. That meant an even smaller Christmas. Then I got married. My husband is one of 6 kids. Everybody is married and almost everybody has at least 2 kids. There are so many nieces and nephews. That’s when I learned a new word. Nibling. Niblings is the word used for both nieces and nephews. So in total I have 11 niblings. That’s a lot of Christmas gifts! I love making homemade Christmas gifts for kids. If you’re like me and have a long list of niblings, you best get started sooner rather than later. Mark down a crafting day on your Holiday Planner.

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Homemade Christmas Gifts for Little Kids

Apron

Little kids love to help in the kitchen. Keep them clean with an apron like Mom’s. You can find really simple ones made from dish towels. You could go with a festive holiday apron or just a favorite color. Here’s a super simple tutorial.

Seed Bombs

Seed bombs are the perfect homemade Christmas gift for kids that love the garden. They can throw them out in the garden or even by the mailbox next spring. They are easy enough to make that a kid could make them for all of their siblings and cousins. Check out this tutorial for some construction paper seed bombs.

Corn Pillow

Corn pillows make the perfect cuddle buddy on a cold winter night. They can keep little toes warm as they tuck into bed. With only basic sewing skills you could make up a bunch of these corn pillows. They can be made in every pattern and color to fit each child’s interest.

Sensory Bottles

Sensory bottles are great homemade gifts for kids, especially little ones. Sometimes called calm down bottles they catch the attention of tiny ones. These are even safe for babies. Fill the bottle up with glitter, gems, table scatter, food coloring, water, or whatever else is pleasing to the eye. Make sure you glue the lid on with super glue. If you need inspiration do a quick Pinterest search and you’ll find thousands of ideas.

Fort Kit

Nothing beats a good blanket fort. A flat sheet, clothespins, and flashlights make for an easy gift. If you feel like getting fancy, you can cut up PVC pipes and toss in some connectors. Then they can really get building.

Homemade Christmas Gifts for Big Kids

Hand Warmers

Hand warmers are good for big kids that enjoy a winter hike or have chores outside. They can be microwaved and reused. Plus they make a great stocking stuffer. Sew up a little square and fill it with dry corn or rice. Think of it like a bean bag.

Office Supply Toolbox

An office supply toolbox is customizable to fit the needs of the child. You could filled with craft supplies or paracord supplies. I’ve made a FREE editable template to make this a super simple project. Try colored cardstock or scrapbooking paper.

Holiday Poop Spray

This gift is sure to get some laughs. You just spray a bit in the toilet before going to the bathroom and it will help with the smell. Just a few drops of essential oils and rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle will have you well on your way. Funny names like Jingle Bells Santa Smells will be a hit with this crowd.

Hot Chocolate Ornaments

This homemade Christmas gift can be hung on the tree. Fill up an acrylic ornament with hot chocolate powder, marshmallow bits, and crushed peppermint. They look absolutely adorable and make a fun gift. Try mixing up the types of hot chocolate and toppings to get a variety of ornaments.

Bath Bombs

Bath bombs are fun even for big kids. They can be a variety of scents, colors, and shapes. You could make them as stocking stuffers or as part of a bathtime box. With a few supplies and some molds.