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Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

The holidays are all about your loved ones, good food, togetherness, and… GIFTS! Of course, it’s fun to buy gifts, but it’s even more fun to make them yourself. There are many advantages to homemade gifts: they’re cheaper, super original, and more relaxing and fun for you than rushing around in the hustle and bustle looking for that perfect gift. It’s (almost) impossible for the recipient to say, “I already have this…”! We’ve put together a list of 10 homemade gifts that are affordable and easy to make yourself.

Top 10 Homemade Gifts


1. Festive, Copper-Colored Clutch | Free Crochet Pattern
Help someone else look their best this holiday season by crocheting this copper-colored clutch!


2.
Headband | Free Crochet Pattern
For just €3.50, you can make this trendy headband! You’ll need 2 balls of the soft teddy yarn Yarn and Colors Furry. Choose the color that best suits the person who’ll be receiving this warm gift! Thanks to you, she won’t have cold ears this winter.


3. Shopping Bag | Complete Crochet Kit or pattern
A market bag or shopping bag is always a welcome gift—and it’s also super trendy. We have three different market bags; choose the style that best suits the taste of the person receiving this gift from you. From left to right:
- Colorful shopping bag: for cheerful people who like to stand out (this is a Free Crochet Pattern)
- Shopper: for those who love soft, muted tones and a unique design (this is a Crochet Kit)
- Joly Bag: You can knit or crochet this popular market bag. Choose a color that suits the person you're giving it to! (Crochet and Knitting Kit)


4. Using a punch needle to punch a small painting | Punch Kit & Free Pattern
Home decor is always a fun gift to receive. You can use a punch needle to punch this little painting all by yourself! Show the recipient that you care by punching a cheerful Rainbow with the text “Follow your dreams,” or punch a heart with love.
- Yarnplaza Rainbow Punch Kit
- Punch Needle, Free Pattern


5. Decorating Gifts and Crocheting Christmas Ornaments | Rico Pattern Magazine
Spice up your store-bought gift with hand-crocheted decorations like holly leaves. Want to give a truly unique gift as well? Then crochet your own festive Christmas ornament! You’ll find more ideas and all the Patterns for these Christmas decorations in the magazine *Rico Jolly X-mas Decoration*.


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Braid a bracelet | Learn all about Kumihimo
Want to make a fun gift for a little girl or boy? How about these braided bracelets?! They’re great for adults, too! You can braid these bracelets using the Kumihimo disc. Choose colors that suit the person you’re giving the gift to—dark shades like Black, Grey, and Green are perfect for a cool boy. Read all about this technique on our blog, which also includes a handy video tutorial.


7. Crocheting a Name or Message | Prym Comfort Twist Knitting Wheel
Loom a sweet message or a name! This looks really cute, and with the deluxe loom, you’ll have a long strand woven in no time. Since the loom can be attached to a table, you can work with it quickly and easily. Then thread a piece of wire through the strand to form a name or message!


8. Knitting or Crocheting Pot Holders | free patterns
This practical gift is always welcome, especially for someone who has just moved into a new home or kitchen. You can choose a pot holder color that matches their decor.
Crochet a sturdy pot holder using macramé yarn, or knit some lovely pot holders.
- Free crocheted pot holder pattern
- Free pattern for a knitted potholder


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Christmas Ornaments | Crochet Patterns + Crochet Kits
With the holidays approaching, Christmas decorations always make a great gift. After all, the Christmas tree looks even more festive with one of these adorable Christmas ornaments hanging on it. Which Amigurumi will you crochet? Both individual patterns for these 8 Christmas ornaments and Crochet Kits are available.
- Crochet Patterns for Christmas Ornaments
- Crochet Kits for Christmas ornaments


10. Mini banner | Free Crochet Pattern
With the holidays coming up, there’s plenty to celebrate, so this mini flag garland is perfect for the occasion. They’re also great for decorating a (large) gift! Crochet this cheerful garland in the recipient’s favorite colors.

Have fun giving your homemade gifts!
Happy holidays!