15+ DIY Christmas Gifts To Make and Sell For Extra Money

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The holidays are coming up and you know what that means! It’s time for Christmas gift shopping!

Honestly, I think buying Christmas gifts needs to be considered a sport, because you’ve got to do a ton of research, head to the malls to find the perfect presents, wrap them in time for December 25th, and even hide them from unsuspecting kids!

The most tiring yet rewarding moment is finding the best gift for loved ones, though. It’s worth all the research and searching once I see their big smiles on Christmas Day. I’m 100% sure everyone here feels the same way, even you!

That’s why if you’re looking for side hustle ideas this holiday season, you can start making awesome gifts fit for kids, adults, and even furry friends!

You can earn a lot of money because everyone will be scrambling for things to gift their family and friends, especially some last-minute shoppers out there. That includes me!

However, you might be wondering — What are the best gifts that will fly off the shelves?

Read on as I share the ultimate list of DIY Christmas gifts to make and sell!

 

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1. Awesome Grinch-Inspired Bath Salts

Sure, the Grinch tried to steal Christmas but instead, he stole our hearts!

These cool bath salts are one of the most profitable DIY Grinch crafts to sell because all your loved ones deserve a mini spa day at home!

The coolest part is that you’ll only need kitchen essentials to make these bath salts. Not only is it easy, but inexpensive to create, giving you more profit!

 

2. Pretty Wooden Cutting Board

Ever since the boom of charcuterie boards, I feel like almost every holiday dinner will have fancy meats and cheeses!

That’s why these cool wooden cutting boards are the perfect DIY wooden Christmas crafts to make and sell.

You don’t need to be an expert wood maker to create these, and you can try out different wood types so each product you create is unique!

Everyone’s going to get these for their charcuterie board-loving friends!

 

3. Cute Mini Wreaths

Alcohol as a Christmas gift? Wine not?

Here’s a glamorous way people can gift wine bottles for the holiday season, whether as a gift or to bring for reunions!

These mini wreaths are some of the coolest things to sell on Etsy, and I can already tell loads of people are going to buy dozens of these in a snap.

You’ve already got me as a potential customer, so start making these cute wreaths now!

 

4. Gorgeous Baby Quilt

Whether it’s a gift for hardworking mommas or their adorable babies, this handmade baby quilt will make their day! Not only does it feel like a heartwarming gift, but it’s one way to have little ones sleep… like a baby!

You can even start a crafting blog and post your tutorials if you’re into quilting because there are so many projects you can do besides baby products!

Take things up a notch as well and make money on Pinterest as you continue posting and selling more of these crafts.

 

5. Fun DIY Shower Steamers

Shower steamers don’t need to look so boring!

While everyone’s going to be lazy during the Christmas vacay, give them a reason to get up and savor the holidays with these handmade crafts!

They smell amazing and have energizing scents, too! You can customize it to feature holiday colors and scents. Might I suggest peppermint or cocoa?

 

6. Adorable Unicorn Ornaments

I just let out the most exciting squeal when I saw these cute Christmas ornaments to sell!

I will take a hundred of these for my tree and for my unicorn-obsessed friends! That’s right, these ornaments are perfect for kids and kids at heart.

What you’ll love about it is that these crafts are incredibly easy to make and use simple materials. Meaning, you can make a lot of these in a short period and get an excellent return on investment!

 

7. Santa Mug Cozy Crochet

Give your daily mug a festive makeover with an adorable mug cozy. It’s perfect for gifting with Christmas cups or a mug filled with holiday treats like hot cocoa mix and candy canes. Santa is just one of the many crochet crafts you can make.

Kids will love Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph cozies when they’re sipping on their hot chocolate or peppermint mocha.

 

8. Fantastic Cheese Gift Basket

This gift basket isn’t lactose-intolerant-friendly, but I know everyone’s going to ignore the warning and devour all the cheeses from this DIY gift basket!

As I mentioned, charcuterie boards are all the rage, so this gift basket will be your next bestseller.

It’s a gift that screams sophistication, with people gifting it to parents, colleagues, bosses, and other close friends! Or if you’re like me, I’d be gifting this bad boy to myself!

 

9. Pretty Christmas Cookie Jar

Not that I’m hiding the cookies from Santa on Christmas Eve, but no home is complete without a cute cookie jar during the holidays! These Christmas decorations go so well in the living area or kitchen, and you can make a handful of designs to cater to your customers.

Besides Santa, you can also make cookie jars shaped like Christmas trees, gingerbread men, and so much more!

 

10. Unique Cocoa-Mint Lip Balm

We ALL need lip balm. Not just girly teens, but us adults with chapped lips, especially when it’s freezing out during winter!

That’s why these Christmas-themed lip balms will be the ultimate gift people can give one another.

I love the cocoa mint flavor, I know I’d be smacking my lips all day with this balm, craving for a nice cup of hot chocolate!

You can also go beyond this flavor and experiment with others, like gingerbread biscuits, cranberries, and more!

 

11. Aesthetic Holiday Terrarium

Here’s something all plant lovers are going to love you for! This terrarium is exactly what every green thumb needs to add a pop of holiday color to their home.

It’s super simple to make, and you can open your store for commissions, offering customers personalized designs. This way, they can give handmade gifts that will impress their loved ones.

 

12. Lovely Cocoa in a Jar

From November to December, you’ll catch me with a steaming mug of hot chocolate almost every day. This drink makes me feel so warm and fuzzy inside, and it’s basically the symbol of Christmas—well, for me at least.

Cater to all the cocoa lovers out there with this easy-to-make cocoa in a jar. It’s a unique gift anyone would love. Taking only ten minutes to make, you can earn a lot of profit in the long run!

 

13. Charming Agate Coasters

These are some of the most stunning coasters I’ve ever seen—I feel hypnotized!

I’m sure plenty of homeowners will need coasters for the holiday season, with all the drinks they’ll be serving during family dinners.

That’s why coasters make such a simple yet well-appreciated gift, especially when they feature a gorgeous design like these. Make them more festive by incorporating Christmas colors like red and green!

 

14. Cat Lover Catnip Gift

Our feline friends deserve Christmas gifts too! In fact, I feel like we spoil our pets the most during the holidays—they are our babies, after all!

These are perfect for cat lovers who want to spoil their kitties without going overboard. It’s catnip shaped like a gift box, so no wrapping is needed! Everyone will want to grab a bunch of these pet toys, and their cats are sure to go wild over them!

 

15. Pawtastic Mason Jar Treats

Looking for a unique way to sell mason jar crafts?

Then this one’s for dog lovers! This aesthetic treat jar is so easy to make, using Dollar Store crafts.

You can either sell it on its own or take a step further by making homemade dog treats to give your product more of an edge!

Pet owners are going to want to check out what you offer, especially when you’re creating healthy, nutritious treats!

 

16. Lovely Scented Candles

One way to set the holiday mood is with scented candles.

Whether it’s the amazing smell of gingerbread cookies, peppermint mocha, pine trees, cranberries, or whatever, scented candles can go a long way to make any house feel so homey.

That’s why this can be your next big hit, with people going crazy over candles! People will be getting these as gifts for loved ones and for themselves too, so watch your sales rise.
 

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