29 Easy DIY Christmas Themed Gift Ideas

These are one of the easiest and most satisfying projects to make. Using gelatin, essential oils, and a bit of natural coloring, these little jars can freshen up a room for weeks. I like to make a few in scents like pine, orange, and clove and place them around the house during December. They also make charming, low-cost gifts—just tie a bit of ribbon around the jar and you're done.

Festive and fun, this scrub features red mica powder and a peppermint twist. My daughter loves making these with me and giving them to friends!

Hand-poured soy candles scented with essential oils like frankincense and orange. A peaceful gift that encourages rest and reflection during a busy season.

Rich, silky, and made with cocoa butter, this balm is a winter essential. It smells like hot chocolate and leaves lips feeling dreamy.

Molded into snowflake shapes and scented with spruce and vanilla, these candles are as charming as they are useful. I love including them in DIY gift bags!

Nourishing and sweet, this balm is made with tallow or beeswax and scented with vanilla. I make a big batch and always end up keeping a few for myself!

This gentle scrub smells just like fresh cookies and leaves lips smooth and soft. I like to include it in little “self-care kits” with lip balm and bath salts.

This scrub is like dessert for your skin. Made with simple pantry ingredients and vanilla essential oil, it smells just like fresh-baked cookies.

I love gifting this in small jars with a tiny wooden spoon tied on, it’s always a hit with teachers, friends, and anyone who could use a little extra sweetness in their day.

This creamy butter smells like dessert but heals like a dream. Made with tallow and warming essential oils, it’s my go-to winter moisturizer.

Warming, spicy, and gently cleansing. This soap smells just like fresh gingerbread cookies and looks beautiful when wrapped in twine.

This is a holiday staple in our house. Brown sugar, cinnamon, and ginger come together in a cozy, warming scrub. I keep a jar in the shower all winter long. It is my absolute favorite!

These scrub bars are both exfoliating and moisturizing. The snowflake molds make them extra cute, and they smell like vanilla and peppermint, like snow and cookies in one.

A favorite every year. These kits include dried oranges, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cranberries. When simmered on the stove, they fill the home with holiday cheer. A perfect gift for neighbors or hostess baskets.

This scrub brings the forest indoors. Made with sugar, pine needle infused oil, and pine essential oil, it’s both invigorating and grounding.

I like using it in the morning shower to clear my head and energize for the day. It’s perfect for anyone who loves crisp, woodsy scents and needs a little moment of calm during the holiday bustle.

These are so fun to make and customize. I like a blend of orange, fir, and cinnamon for a classic Christmas vibe. They’re a great stocking stuffer or last-minute gift for teachers.

Clay or wooden ornaments that double as essential oil diffusers. I made these with my kids, and we each added our favorite holiday scent. They look beautiful on the tree and smell even better.

Think of these as bath bombs for your shower. When placed near the back of the tub, they fizz gently and release the grounding, forest-fresh scent of pine essential oil.

They’re wonderful for stuffy noses, post-holiday fatigue, or simply bringing a bit of the outdoors inside. I love making a batch for friends who don’t have time for baths but still crave a moment of herbal peace.

Colloidal oats calm dry, itchy skin, while pine essential oil adds a refreshing, forest-like aroma. I love using this after a long day outside or when my skin needs a little extra love in the colder months.

It’s gentle, grounding, and perfect for gifting in glass jars with a little muslin bag for easy soaking.

A twist on the classic, this version features pine needles, juniper berries, and eucalyptus. It’s refreshing, clean, and perfect for post-holiday resets or New Year’s Eve.

Shaped like mini trees and colored with mica powder, these bath bombs are a festive treat. I like adding a touch of silver mica for sparkle without synthetic glitter!

These layered salts are both beautiful and healing. I use dead sea salts with peppermint and rosemary for a refreshing, muscle-soothing bath.

A layered scrub with red and white stripes and a refreshing mint scent. It’s one of the most giftable scrubs and looks lovely in a clear jar.

Cool and tingly with peppermint essential oil, this lip balm feels like a breath of fresh winter air. Perfect for teens or anyone who loves classic holiday scents.

With swirls of pink clay and peppermint oil, these bath bombs are invigorating and merry. I like to tuck one into a mug with a candy cane and cocoa mix.

Layered with red mica for color and scented with peppermint essential oil, these bath salts look just like a candy cane in a jar.

They’re invigorating, cooling, and perfect for tired muscles or a refreshing holiday soak. I love giving these as gifts with a little wooden scoop tied to the jar, it makes bath time feel like a treat.

This fun kid's soap combines festive essential oils with nourishing ingredients for a skin-loving clean. I like making a batch with kid safe essential oils and a fun penguin shape!

Small but mighty. These roller blends are made with fractionated coconut oil and festive essential oils. They’re great for pockets, purses, and feeling grounded during the holiday rush.

There’s something magical about the smell of fresh pine during the holidays. This candle uses pine essential oil and a sprinkle of dried pine needles, making it both fragrant and grounding.

This cozy-themed bath bomb is like a sweater for your senses. It’s scented with warming essential oils like cinnamon and clove, and it fizzes beautifully in the tub, turning bath time into a festive escape. I love pairing it with a handwritten note that says, “For your next snow day soak.”