5 last-minute DIY gifts you can make in an hour
Short on time but want to give a handmade gift? We’ve rounded up ideas for Christmas gifts that come together fast.
1. Dress up an ornament
Crochet a Christmas ornament right over an old decoration—you only need a tree ornament and leftover yarn in a few colors. Crochet two halves, slip the ornament inside, and stitch them together. A quick crocheter can finish two in an hour. See the crocheted ornament tutorial!
2. Rolled candles
Candles rolled from beeswax sheets come together in minutes—the perfect idea when a gift needs to be ready fast. Mix and match colors or go classic with a single shade. In an hour, you’ll roll a big batch to share. See the rolled candle tutorial!
3. A warming gift
In an hour, you can make a big batch of firestarter chips—simply melt leftover candle wax, dip cotton pads, and let them dry. Finish the gift by packing them in a small, beautifully covered jar. See the firestarter chip tutorial!
4. Festively decorated socks
You won’t knit socks in an hour, of course, but you can make them special in no time. Buy ready-made wool socks or any comfy pair, crochet a band, and add bobbles with popcorn stitch. The idea suits Christmas lovers of all ages. See the Christmas ball sock tutorial!
5. A prettier matchbox
Decorate plain matchboxes with stickers and patterned papers—you can craft enough for the whole family in an hour! If you really get into it, you can also embellish the boxes with papers you’ve painted or drawn yourself. Find the decorated matchbox tutorial here!
