DIY gifts for boyfriends

EASY DIY GIFTS FOR BOYFRIENDS AND HUSBANDS

Creating your own handmade DIY gift for your boyfriend or husband is not only cheaper than buying something but can be so much more personal.

When you create your own gift, it means that everything is coming directly from you.  It’s everything you want to say and not just something you’ve bought off the shelf.

Whether it’s for a Birthday, Christmas, Anniversary or even for Father’s Day, your DIY gift can be the perfect way to show your boyfriend or husband how much you care.

You don’t need to be creative.  Here are 17 easy DIY gifts for boyfriends and husbands that are sure to bring a smile to his face.

1. Gaming Print

These simple gaming prints are easy to produce and the perfect DIY gift for your boyfriend or husband if he is a bit of a gamer.  To produce the print, you can use a free graphics site such as Canva. Purchase a frame and you have a lovely DIY gift for your boyfriend or husband!

DIY gifts for boyfriends

2. Treat Hamper

Create the perfect gift by filling a basket with all his favourite treats.  A few beers, snacks and a DVD could work perfectly.  You can buy hamper making kits off Amazon here.  All you need to do is fill it with whatever he likes!

3. Photo Keyring

Of all the DIY gifts for boyfriends and husbands, this has to be one of the simplest. Your favourite photo of the two of you together or a family photo is all you need to create a special keyring.  You can purchase a blank keyring then either print a photo yourself or head to your nearest photoshop to print your photo to simply insert into the keyring.

DIY gifts for boyfriends4. Sweet Filled Jar

If your boyfriend or husband has a sweet tooth, simply fill a mason jar with his favourite sweets and treats. You can get blank mason jars here.

5. Fabric Book Mark

Does your boyfriend or husband like to read?  Then why not create a handmade fabric bookmark.  I love these ideas here from  A Rose Tinted World.

You can choose a fabric to suit his interests to make it more personal.

 

 

6. DIY Cushion

Create a comfy cushion for the man in your life.  The design can be anything you choose with thousands of fabrics to choose from. No good a sewing, no problem!  I love this tutorial showing how to make cushions and pillows without having to sew!

7. Bake Him a Cake

Are you a whizz in the kitchen? (I’m not!!)  If you are, then why not bake him his favourite themed cake. They say the way to a man’s heart is through his belly so this is sure to be a winner!

Here is just one example from Hobbycraft.

diy gifts for boyfriends

8. Personalised Mug

Creating your own personalised mug is easier than you think.  All you need is a blank mug and some ceramic pens to create the wording.  If you have children, you could get each of them to write their names or a message on the mug making this one a very special gift.

9. Date Jar

One of the most romantic DIY gifts for boyfriends and husbands ever! Create a personalised date jar full of ideas for special times you can share together.  There are some great ideas here from Ruffles and Rainboots.

10. DIY Wooden Tie Hanger

Does your boyfriend or husband have a million ties?  This handy wooden tie hanger is the perfect handmade gift.  Follow this tutorial from craftaholicsanonymous.com.

diy gifts for boyfriends

11. DIY Magnetic Bottle Opener

This DIY magnetic bottle opener could make the perfect gift for your man.

Photo source and idea from Artsy Pretty Plants

DIY gifts for boyfriends

 

12. DIY Mini Bar

Following on from the bottle opener, why not create your own mini bar?  You can get a mini fridge here to fill with his favourite drinks.  Perfect for summer celebrations!

13. Bottle Cap Wreath

I love this idea from Mummy2twindividuals.  Creating this bottle cap wreath is really simple and so effective. You can follow the full tutorial here.

diy gifts for boyfriends

14. 52 Reasons Why I Love You

Looking for something more romantic.  Can you write a list of 52 reasons why you love your boyfriend or husband?  If so, all you need is a pack of cards and a permanent marker and you can create this beautiful handmade gift guaranteed to touch his heart.  The idea and full instructions can be found  at  HodgePodgeDays

diy gifts for boyfriends

 

15. Toiletry Bag

A toiletry bag filled with his favourite smellies is the perfect gift for any man. You can make your own toiletry bag or buy one and simply fill it with the products of your choice to make it personal!

16. Framed Pictures

Does your boyfriend or husband have a hobby or passion?  By using a multiframe, you can create a personal gift of pictures or photos that he would love.  Maybe his favourite sports personality with an autograph, or a collage of pictures.  You can print free pictures off Pixabay or buy postcards to include.  Use your imagination a little to create a gift that’s personal to him.

diy gifts for boyfriends

17. Comic Book Coasters

Is your boyfriend or husband crazy about comic strips? I found this great idea with full instructions here.  So simple to make and sure to make any Comic Book fan happy!

diy gifts for boyfriends

I hope you enjoyed these great ideas.  I’m sure whatever you decide to give the man in your life, he’ll love it!

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BE CARING GET SHARING!