If the holiday season has crept up on you and you’re scrambling for thoughtful gifts, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! This list of last-minute Christmas gifts for friends includes DIY options and budget-friendly ideas that will still impress. Many of these can be made with household items, so you won’t need to rush to the store.
1. DIY Snowman Candy Bars
These DIY Snowman Candy Bars are perfect for last minute gifting. With just a few basic supplies, you can transform an ordinary chocolate bar into a cute snowman!
Supplies
- Chocolate bars (any brand, but a flat bar works best)
- White paper (printer paper or cardstock)
- Black and orange markers (or black buttons and orange paper)
- Ribbon or fabric scraps (for the scarf)
- Decorative paper (for the hat)
- Glue or tape
- Scissors
Instructions
- Cut a piece of white paper large enough to wrap around the candy bar completely. Secure it with tape or glue on the back.
- Use a black marker to draw two eyes and a dotted smile. For the nose, cut a small triangle from orange paper and glue it on, or simply draw it with an orange marker.
- Draw three black circles down the front of the wrapper, or glue on small black buttons for a 3D effect.
- Cut a strip of fabric or ribbon and tie it around the “neck” of the snowman, securing it with a small dab of glue if needed.
- Cut a small rectangle for the hat brim and a semi-circle for the top. Glue these pieces together and attach them to the top of the candy bar. If you’d like a more festive look, use plaid or patterned paper. Add a cotton ball for a pom-pom if you’re making a beanie-style hat!
2. Candy-Filled Christmas Baubles
DIY candy-filled Christmas baubles are the perfect way to spread festive cheer!
Supplies
- Clear plastic or acrylic fillable ornaments
- Red and green chocolate candies (M&Ms, chocolate-covered almonds, or any festive treats)
- Small gift tags or labels
- Twine, ribbon, or string for hanging
- A permanent marker or pen
Instructions
- Carefully open each clear ornament and fill it with red and green candies. Be mindful not to overfill to ensure the ornaments close securely.
- Write the recipient’s name on a small gift tag and attach it to the ornament using twine or ribbon. This adds a special touch to each bauble.
- Once filled, close the ornaments tightly. If they have a hanging loop, attach a piece of twine or ribbon so they can be displayed on a Christmas tree or given as a hanging decoration.
3. We Whisk You a Merry Kissmas
For the perfect combination of sweet treats and kitchen charm- this “We Whisk You a Merry Kissmas” is sure to be a hit.
Supplies
- A metal whisk
- A clear plastic gift bag
- Hershey’s Kisses (red, green, or silver holiday edition)
- A festive ribbon or gold tinsel string
- A printable tag that says “We Whisk You a Merry Kissmas”
Instructions
- Take a handful of Hershey’s Kisses and carefully place them inside the whisk. The wires of the whisk should hold the candies in place.
- Place the whisk (filled with chocolates) inside a clear plastic gift bag to keep the candies secure and add a polished look to your gift.
- Print or handwrite a cute tag that says “We Whisk You a Merry Kissmas.” Punch a hole in the corner and thread a ribbon or tinsel through it.
- Use the ribbon to secure the bag around the whisk handle. Make a bow for a festive finishing touch!
