Post on 21-Dec-2015
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37 DIY Home Gifts That Only Look Expensive
While some people live for the thrill of the hunt, others dread navigating crowded malls to find the perfect gift for Mother's Day. If you're one of the latter, keep your gift shopping simple by heading to the craft store for DIY supplies! There are tons of amazing options for homemade gifts that will blow your mom away — especially when she finds out that you made it yourself. Forget any ideas about macaroni art and Pinterest fails, because these 37 projects are simple and impressive.
1
Decorative Clay Bells
Whether your loved ones hang these DIY bells on their porch or near
a kitchen window, they're sure to love the eclectic look of your crafty
project.
2
Gilded Wastebasket
This gold wastebasket DIY is perfect for gifting a design-oriented gift
basket!
3
Marquee Light
Your loved ones simply won't believe that you made this marquee
light yourself.
4
Gilded Modern Art
This DIY modern art is so pretty, nobody will believe that it wasn't
bought from a gallery!
5
Colorful Homegrown Crystals
Crystals and geodes are all the rage right now, so help your loved
ones get in on the accessory trend with some homegrown crystals.
6
Marbled-Clay Trinket Dish
These chic DIY dishes are perfect for holding jewelry, keys, or coins
and look absolutely incredible.
7
Copper Arrows
Your gift recipient can hang these copper arrows as a wall decoration,
stand them upright in a vase, or go full Katniss Everdeen.
8
Linen Quote Pillow
The rustic look of this linen quote pillow DIY is sure to please.
9
Upcycled Map Coasters
These DIY map coasters are perfect for any homesick friend.
10
Herb-Garden Pots
Don't worry if you don't have a green thumb — all you need to do for
this gift is create the herb-garden pots, leaving your loved ones to
care for the greens!
11
Wooden Wall Art
All this DIY wall art requires is wood, felt, paint, and a bit of fun.
12
Gold-Leaf Checkerboard
Give the gift of game night with this gorgeous gilded
checkerboard DIY from A Beautiful Mess.
13
Watercolor Makeup-Brush Jars
Beautify your girlfriend's "battle station" with DIY watercolor jars for
her makeup brushes.
14
Succulent Wine-Cork Magnets
Fridge magnets don't have to be tacky! Make some cute succulent
corks for your loved ones this Christmas.
15
Framed Jewelry Organizer
Your friends will thank you for ridding their closet of clutter with
this DIY organizer.
16
Bud Vases
You'll love this easy bud-vase project!
17
Painted Woodcut Platter
This serving platter DIY is too adorable for words.
18
Gilded Agate Coasters
With only a bit of nail polish and some agate slices, you can create
a gorgeous set of coasters on the cheap.
19
Tassel Baby Mobile
Learn how to create this tassel mobile for the little ones in your life.
20
Cute Bulletin Board
This fun DIY bulletin board is an awesomely functional statement
piece.
21
Macramé Hanging Planter
These DIY macramé planters are simple to construct and look
beautiful in any room.
22
Calligraphy Pillows
Get your message across in style by gifting these DIY calligraphy
pillows to your friends and family.
23
Chalkboard Snack Platter
If your loved ones enjoy entertaining, they're sure to love
this chalkboard platter for serving snacks.
24
Copper Hanging Plants
Beware, you may just want to keep these DIY copper hanging
planters for yourself!
25
Polaroid Magnets
Allow your loved ones to show off memories in a fun way with
these DIY Polaroid magnets.
26
Two-Tone Coffee Table Tray
Create this simple coffee table tray in your loved ones' favorite colors
for a surefire hit.
27
Gold and Marble Cheeseboard
This supersimple DIY cheeseboard costs less than the cheese that's
served on it!
28
Succulent Garden
Arranging a succulent garden for your loved ones this holiday is an
easy way to impress.
29
Copper-Dipped Shot Glasses
Bring the party to your holiday gift exchange with these copper shot
glasses.
30
Tree Stump Chalkboard
Anybody with rustic taste would love this tree stump DIY as a gift!
31
Gilded Mouse Pad
The simple gold polka dots on this DIY mousepad are absolutely
lovely.
32
Gold-Dipped Coffee Cup
Your gift recipients will love this luxurious coffee mug for the home or
office.
33
Papel Picado Coasters
Winter doesn't mean leaving festivity behind — rather, bring color to
Christmas with these bright DIY coasters!
34
Jewelry Tray
This DIY jewelry tray looks like a pricey Anthropologie find!
35
Hanging Wall Banner
There's something sweet about the simplicity of this DIY wall
hanging!
36
Gold Vinyl-Wrapped Candles
These festive votives are perfect for the holiday season and so easy to
make.
37
Woven Wall Hanging
This piece of art is so gorgeous, your loved ones will never know it
was made from a bath mat.