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27 Adorable DIY Christmas Gifts for Besties

by Nancy Reynolds November 19, 2020
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This post: 27 Adorable DIY Christmas Gifts for Besties / Post updated September 2024

Our teen’s friends mean everything to them. So… why not treat them extra special this holiday season with a handcrafted gift that’s sure to make them feel loved and appreciated?

From silly and slightly sappy to fun and frivolous, we’ve rounded up so many fun, (mostly inexpensive), cute, and festive DIY Christmas gifts for besties! Your teen is bound to find some serious inspiration for the perfect gift for their bestie here! (There might actually be a few cute ideas here for boyfriends and girlfriends, too!)

 

27 Adorable DIY Christmas Gifts for Besties  

 

Holiday Bath Bombs

There is something genuinely fun about making your own bath and beauty products. But, what might be even more fun is giving them as gifts! The tender loving care that goes into a handmade gift always seems a bit more special. And, these adorable holiday bath bombs will surely make your friends feel special. For the how-to, visit Fleece Fun.

 

Reindeer Frappuccino Bottles

When it comes to DIY Christmas gifts for besties, this might be one of the most creative we’ve seen – especially for Frappuccino lovers! This festive gift created from Frappuccino bottles is SO sweet and fun for a coffee-loving friend in your life. For the how-to, visit Passion for Savings.

 

DIY Snowy Mason Jars

These snowy mason jars are adorable and, yet, they’re simple to make! They’re made with Epsom salt mixed with glitter and then adorned with twine and berries for a sweet gift that’s festive and fun. Just add a battery-operated tea light and they will make your friend’s bedroom sparkle for the holidays. For the how-to, visit A Pumpkin and a Princess

 

DIY Rae Dunn-Inspired Ring Dish

This simple Rae Dunn-inspired bowl lets you try your hand at making simple pottery with clay. Although this gift takes a few extra supplies you may not have readily on hand, it’ll be worth it to see your bestie go crazy for it! For the easy how-to, visit Creative Green Living.

 

Burlap Treat Bags

These burlap treat bags are just precious and such a creative and classy way to share treats with friends. The burlap bags are actually easy to make – you can either sew them together or simply use a glue gun! For the how-to, visit A Homemade Living.

 

Christmas Cookies in a Jar

Is there a teenager out there who has the willpower to pass up cookies? And, what a fun and creative way to give cookies this holiday season. For the recipe AND FREE Printables, visit Sally’s Baking Addiction.

 

Mistle “Toes” Pedicure Set

Spoil your friends with this cute pedicure set complete with fuzzy socks, nail polish and nail brush. The best part about this gift is that everything here can be found at your local Dollar Store so it won’t break the bank! Idea compliments of Hip2Save.

 

Adventure Journal

Who wouldn’t love to remember all the exciting adventures you’ve gone on together with your best friend? What makes this gift particularly fun is that you can personalize it any way you like. For the how-to, visit Modge Podge Rocks.

 

Vanilla Peppermint Sugar Scrub

Just 5 simple ingredients are all you need to whip up this festive Vanilla Peppermint Sugar Scrub. Such a cute gift and this one won’t break the bank. For the how-to, visit Just the Woods

 

Christmas Yarn-Wrapped Treat Holder

It’s the perfect time of year to turn everything into Santa. Aren’t these Christmas treat holders the cutest thing ever? Fill them with cookies or candy and you’ll have the perfect holiday gift for your friends. Simply take a small flower pot and hot glue red and white twine to it – then, add two black buttons and fill with your favorite homemade goodies! Easy!

Source: Crafts Unleashed

Friends Photo Display

This photo display couldn’t be any cuter and it’s so easy to replicate. Simply attach string or twine with tassels to a wooden dowel and attach your favorite BFF photos and add cardboard square cutouts with the letters FRIENDS. Any friend would treasure this gift!

Image: @InstragramSlickkrafts

 

Hot Cocoa in a Jar

With this gift, your bestie will want to grab a comfy throw and wrap themselves in warmth by a warm fire drinking the homemade hot cocoa you gave them. For the how-to, visit The Farmgirl Gabs.

 

Scented Cinnamon Candle

Teenagers just love candles – and these adorable candles only take twenty minutes to make. Just a few simple supplies and a few minutes of your time and you’ll have a gift that’s perfect for all your besties. For the how-to, visit Red Online.

 

Easy DIY Marbled Clay Ring Dish

There’s nothing better than an inexpensive, easy and classy DIY gift. These Marbled Clay Ring Dishes are so chic and yet, so incredibly easy – you really can’t go wrong with these for gifts. For the easy how-to, visit A Beautiful Mess.

 

Giant Chocolate-Dipped Marshmallow

I love this idea! Nothing like a big chocolate-dipped marshmallow to bring out the kid in teenagers. For the how-to, visit Modern Parent Messy Kids.

 

Natural Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub

This Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub recipe smells good enough to eat {or at least lick the bowl} and it’s super easy to make! Plus, it’s an easy (only 4 ingredients) and inexpensive gift idea for BFFs. For the how-to, visit Somewhat Simple. 

 

Cookie Mix Gift Sack

These festive and adorable Cookie Mix Gift Sacks are inexpensive to make and, wow… do they make a great presentation! Fill with your favorite cookie mix recipe (this one is filled with mint chocolate chip cookie mix) and wrap it up with festive holiday greenery, measuring spoons and a sweet gift tag. For the easy how-to AND FREE printable, visit It’s Always Autumn.

 

DIY Macrame Keychain (Easy Enough for Beginners!)

Now you can macrame easy, adorable DIY keyrings for all your besties using supplies you may already have on hand. These are made using simple knots, basic tassels, and wooden beads – nothing too hard or fancy. They’re so darn cute! For the how-to, visit Crafty Hacks

 

Movie Night Bucket

The weather outside might be frightful, but this fun movie bucket will make your bestie, girlfriend or boyfriend feel all warm and cozy knowing you thought of them. Fill a cute bucket with drinks, popcorn and candy for a gift that’s cute as can be. (I’d add a big red bow to make it look more Christmasy.)

Image: Tastefully Frugal

 

Christmas Muddy Buddies

These three flavors of Christmas Muddy Buddies not only taste great, they also make a festive, fun and delicious gift for any bestie on your list. Visit Crazy Little Projects for the recipes AND the FREE adorable printables. 

 

Festive Handpainted Mugs

You don’t have to be super artsy to make these cute and festive handpainted mugs. Only five supplies are needed! Fill with holiday candy for an easy and fun handmade gift that’s special and fun! For the how-to, visit Tidy Mom.

 

Melted Snowman Bark

This Melted Snowman Chocolate Bark is such a super easy (and stinkin’ cute) holiday dessert. Chocolate candy melts, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Red Hots, and a few other easy ingredients are all you need! For the recipe, visit Princess Pinky Girl.

 

No-Sew Mug Cozies

This is the perfect gift for the coffee or hot cocoa lover in your life. They’re a simple and thrifty project that doesn’t require any sewing at all (thank goodness.) They’re also quick to make and the end result is adorable. For the how-to, visit Garden Therapy.

 

Reindeer Treat Bags

Seriously, are teenagers ever too old for Santa’s reindeer? These Reindeer Treat Bags are so incredibly easy (and frugal) to make! Simply purchase googly eyes and red poms at any craft store and hot glue them to a brown paper bag. Add a couple of candy canes, fill with festive Christmas candy or treats and you’ll have a gift that’s sure to bring a smile to all your friends. For the how-to, visit Happy Go Lucky Blog. 

 

Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Sticks

My daughter gave these to her friends one Christmas and her friends flipped! Not only are they a cute gift to give, but they’re also super fun to make AND easy! Simply dip pretzel sticks in meltable chocolate then roll in Christmas-colored sprinkles, festive red and green M&M’s, or drizzle with more melted chocolate. To make them really festive, wrap them in clear cellophane bags and wrap them with a cute Christmas bow. 

Image: Every Day Home Blog

 

DIY Snowman Candle

These DIY Snowmen Candles make the cutest Christmas gifts for friends. They’re easy, crafty and fun to make, too! For the how-to, visit The 36th Avenue.

 

Why You’re My Best Friend

Besties always have a way of bringing out our sappy side. With this simple gift idea, you can share all the amazing reasons why your bestie is truly one of the most special people in your life. 

Image: Ashley Ortiz on Pinterest

 

Other posts you might enjoy:

27 DIY Christmas Baskets for Tweens and Teens

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