If you’re like most moms, you’re probably looking for easy and affordable DIY class gifts for Christmas this year. Well, look no further! We’ve gathered 11 of the cutest and easiest ideas that will make your little ones happy and help you stay on budget.
From crafty candy cane reindeer to super simple Play Doh cards , you’re sure to find something that your kids can help make and will be loved by the entire class. With just a few supplies, some creativity, and some holiday spirit, you’ll have these gifts finished in no time!
Cute and Easy DIY Class Gifts for Christmas
This year, why not try something different for your child's classmates with one of these fun, affordable, and easy DIY class gifts for Christmas.
Reindeer Candy Cane Craft for Kids | Easy Preschool Gifts
This cute and simple reindeer candy cane craft is made with toddlers and preschool children in mind.
Let the kids decorate this free printable with their own unique and creative ideas using whatever cheap craft supplies you already have or use the ready-made version for an adorable treat everyone will love.
Hot Chocolate Gift Packs (+ Free Printable Tags)
The ultimate single serving hot cocoa mix is topped with a fun printable hot cocoa tag, to create a cute and tasty gift that's perfect for cold winter days. Plus, they're so easy to make that your kids can help with the assembly!
Candy Cane Hearts with Chocolate (+ Free Printable Tags)
How sweet are these mini candy cane hearts made with chocolate? Loaded with semi sweet and white chocolate, this easy peppermint bark recipe is a perfect homemade gift for kids during the holidays.
Best of all, this tutorial has everything you need to make your own...including tips for making your hearts when your candy canes are all broken.
The Cutest Reindeer Food Printable with Poem
So many kids have plenty of treats and toys during the holiday season, which is why I love to give this free reindeer food printable and poem out as classmate gifts for Christmas.
It's also a fun and simple activity that you can do with your children so they get the pride of giving out a homemade gift to their friends.
DIY Gift Card Holder (Plus gifts teachers actually want)
Give the gift that always fits while also showing off your kids creative touch with these coloring page gift card holders.
Pringles Snack Cups with Holiday Labels
Transform store-bought Pringles Snack Cups with these cute holiday labels. These DIY gifts are perfect for busy moms with little kids as they save time and hassle while also adding a personal touch.
Mini Play Doh Cups with a Cute Printable Card
Play Doh isn't just fun for kids, it's also great for developing fine motor skills - making it the perfect gift for kids of all ages. Add this cute printable card and your kids class gifts will be done in minutes.
Christmas Pop It Fidget Gift Tags Christmas Gifts Teacher - Etsy
Pop It Fidgets are all the rage with the kids. (I keep at least one in my purse at all times just in case my 7-year-old needs something to help keep calm when we're somewhere he might find boring.)
Plus, you can buy bulk packages relatively cheap, which means this gift is so easy to make and is practically guaranteed to be a hit.
Candy Cane Seeds
How cute is this idea? Buy a bag of starlight mints, candy cane flavored Kisses, or soft peppermint candy, add a few to a cellophane bag, and then slip in this cute little card. Easy, fast, and oh-so-affordable!
Christmas Slap Bracelets
Slap bracelets were all the rage when I was a kid, and what better way to bring back this nostalgic trend than with a festive twist?
Simply print out the tags, cut them out, add a couple slits for your slap bracelets, and slip in a holiday themed slap bracelet. You can even let your kids help with cutting out the tags - in between slapping on the bracelets over and over again. 😆
Box of Homemade Christmas Desserts
Homemade cookies are a time-honored tradition when it comes to holiday gifting. Not only are they easy and affordable to make, but they also show that you put some extra effort into your gift.
Plus, this is a great way to get the kids involved in the gifting process. Invite them the help out with a holiday baking marathon that not only makes wonderful gifts for friends, but also creates memories as a family. And who knows - with a little bit of help, they may just end up becoming the family cookie baker!
All of these ideas have one key thing in common – they’re all affordable, and at least mostly homemade. So not only are they fun and festive, but they also show the kids that you took the time to put some extra effort into creating something special just for them.
So whether you choose to DIY a gift card holder, slap bracelet, or a reindeer candy cane pocket, you can be sure that your child’s classmates will love it.
More Christmas Gift Ideas You Might Enjoy:
- 40+ Personalized Gifts for Kids (Treasures They’ll Cherish Forever)
- North Pole Gift Tags
- 19 Gifts for the Woman who has Everything
- Sweet Treat Printable Tags
This post was originally published on December 6, 2012. It has been updated to remove broken links and to add new gift ideas.