25 DIY Gifts for Kids
Give kids a unique DIY Christmas gift with these creative wooden DIY gift ideas. From small to large ideas, we have you covered! Nothing beats a homemade gift!
If you are looking for the perfect DIY gift idea for the kid in your life for a special occasion – birthday, Christmas or just because, these simple ideas are sure to inspire you!
Handmade Gifts for Kids
Many of these can be whipped up in just a couple of hours and will create memories for a long time to come!
1. DIY Tic-Tac-Toe Game Board
Made from mainly scrap wood, this DIY Tic-Tac-Toe game makes a great gift for any kid (or kids at heart). It is a great coffee table game as well.
2. DIY Ring Toss Game
Outdoor games are always so much fun! This classy take on the traditional carnival game is easy to make and easy to dismantle and store away when not in use.
3. DIY Step Stool
This step stool is an easy beginner project and can be made using – you guessed it – scrap wood! It makes a great gift for the kids, helping them reach for and be more independent.
4. Toy Car Ramp
Make a fun toy car ramp using scrap wood with this full tutorial. Little ones will love to watch cars speed down through multiple ramps.
5. DIY Lego Tray with Storage from The Handyman’s Daughter
Play on one side, organize on the other, your LEGO lover can take this LEGO tray anywhere and keep themselves busy.
6. Kids Dinosaur Shelf
The perfect addition to any kid who loves dinosaurs! Not just dinosaurs, you can draw any shape you like to make it work for any kid in your life! See more here.
7. DIY LED Nightlight
Kids love having a nightlight to keep the monsters at bay. Give them something that will comfort them even more with a personalized message on this DIY LED nightlight.
8. DIY Desk Organizer
Every child needs organization in their room or space to help them focus. With a slot for papers and notebooks, hooks to hang buckets of pens, and a personalized message, this DIY homework station is a great gift for kids in school.
9. DIY Accessory Holder
The perfect homemade gift for a little girl and all her accessories. and all of their accessories. There a spots for bracelets, headbands, earring, and hair bows.
10. DIY Magnetic Chalkboard
A DIY magnetic chalkboard provides hours of fun, and you can make this one for just $12!
11. Dream Big Wall Art
Wall art with encouraging words makes a great gift, too! This sign, created using colorful foil, is not just inspiring but also eye-catching.
12. DIY Hair Bow Holder
This is the perfect gift for little girls! Keep all those hair bows in one place and decorate with this cute DIY hair bow holder.
13. DIY Woodland Mobile
This DIY mobile is the perfect gift for kids with woodland themed rooms or nurseries.
14. DIY Custom Backpacks
A custom backpack is the perfect homemade gift for kids. These are made using the Cricut machine. You can personalize it with their favorite characters and colors!
15. DIY Modern Dollhouse
I love this DIY modern dollhouse! It will provide hours of entertainment, you may even want to get in on the fun.
16. DIY Water Table
A sand-and-water table is an outdoor toy that can keep children busy for hours! Build your own with a few boards and bins from the store.
17. Modern kids Bench
This bench is a quick afternoon project. It’s a few simple cuts and can be made rather quickly. Customize it with their favorite colors for the perfect gift.
18. Kids Art Station
Set up a creative station for the kids with this easy project! They will be occupied for hours with this 5-in-1 art station which includes a magnetic chalkboard, whiteboard, art paper roll, a supply station and a place to displace their creativity!
Get all the details and plans here.
19. DIY Toy Organizer
This is the toy storage solution you have been looking for! It is an easy beginner build and has a spot for stuffed animals, books, board games. Give them a gift to organize all their gifts!
20. DIY Kids table with hidden storage
This is a quick and simple desk build for the kids. The hidden storage under the desk makes it easy to clean up the top so they can focus on the work at hand. OR you can add leg mats underneath for playtime!
21. Modern Kids Table with angled leg
A modern take on the classic design of a kids table, this angled leg kids table makes a great homemade gift for kids.
22. Modern Kids Chair
This modern kids’ chair, which goes with the kids’ table above, features a perfect design with paint detailing on the angled legs.
23. Convertible Toddler Table and Chairs
This convertible Montessori inspired table and chair set can be used in 27 different ways – as a table, stool, bench, chair – there is a configuration for every situation! The kids will love it!
24. Montessori-Inspired Portable DIY Toddler Bookshelf
This easy to build gift idea gives them independence while corraling their favorite books and small toys. It’s on wheels so that they can take this little book cart anywhere in the house, and you can store it away when they’re done playing.
25. Wooden 4 in a Row Game from Woodshop Diaries
If you’ve ever played Connect 4, you’re going to love this gift idea! This DIY version is sturdier than the plastic one and is built to last for years. The best part? You can make it with scrap wood and a simple wooden dowel for the game pieces.
So, there you have it – quick, simple, and fun DIY kids gift ideas that you can probably make this weekend!
They will absolutely adore you for the special gift!
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Anika's goal is to inspire and empower beginners with woodworking, DIY, home improvement, and home decor ideas.
She wants everyone to unlock their creative potential and experience the feeling that comes with making something. Nothing feels better better than seeing something and saying "I can make that!"
You are amazing. How did you learn to do all these things. Must take a lot of patience.