Discover the top 20 homemade Christmas gifts that are trending this festive season

Homemade gifts set to shine this Christmas – from bakes to custom tees and beer. Research of 2,000 adults who celebrate the festive season found 27% are planning to make presents from scratch – and those crafty creators will put together an average of four different types of gifts each.

Many are honing their DIY skills to make bespoke framed prints (18%), homemade hot chocolate kits (16%), and personalised Christmas cards (34%). While more than a third (35%) will get creative in the kitchen, whipping up baked treats.Others are turning to jewellery-making, personalised candles (14%) and embroidered tote bags (12%) for friends and family this Christmas.

Luisa Beck, from Cricut, the smart cutting machine for custom projects, which commissioned the research, said: “More and more people are embracing a crafty Christmas because it brings a sense of warmth and meaning that shop-bought gifts can’t always match.

“The act of making something by hand slows the season down and lets people reconnect with the joy of creating. It’s also a brilliant way to add personal touches that feel genuinely thoughtful.

“Christmas is a time when traditions matter, so handmade gifts naturally make the celebrations feel unique – and for many, it’s the perfect moment to practice or rediscover their creative skills.”

The research found 39% are embracing a craft-first Christmas because they simply love being creative, while 37% want to give something truly unique.

Three in 10 added they want to show their loved ones they’ve put extra thought into their presents this year, and 29% said it’s a long-standing household tradition to make gifts from scratch.

When it comes to inspiration, 40% turn to YouTube tutorials, whereas 37% just rely on their own imagination. But 27% are being influenced by the content they see on social media platforms like Pinterest, Instagram or TikTok.

On average, creators will spend just under seven hours producing all the homemade gifts they’ll hand out over the festive period.

But many also expect to feel the financial benefit of their DIY efforts – estimating they’ll save just over £80 by making personalised gifts instead of buying them.

It also emerged, via the OnePoll survey, for 24% of creators, this will be their first year giving handmade presents. Yet, overall, 37% believe making more presents at home is becoming a nationwide trend.

Half think the cost-of-living crisis has made people more mindful of spending, and 43% say sustainability is playing a key role.

Luisa Beck added: “For anyone wanting to dip their toe into crafting this Christmas, start small – simple personalised cards, labels or tags are a great entry point. You don’t need a huge toolkit, just a few basic materials can go a long way.

“Look for inspiration online and don’t be afraid to experiment with colours, textures and designs.Most importantly, remember that handmade gifts don’t need to be perfect – it’s the personal touch that makes them so special.”

CRICUT TOP TIPS TO HAVE A CRAFTY CHRISTMAS

1. Shop smart: Search in discount retailers for your blank canvas. High street names like Home Bargains, B&M, Poundstretcher, TK Maxx, and others will all have a wide range of things you can customise. You’d be surprised at the treasures you can find at a fraction of the cost of high street items.