14 DIY Wedding Gifts for Every Couple on Your List
Wedding season is in full force, which probably means your spirits are high but your bank account is low. And after covering the cost of your stunning guest dress, shoes to match (duh!), and possibly even a round-trip plane ticket for those long-distance BFFs, you still have to find a stellar present. Before you freak out, think a little more creatively with your gift-giving. We’ve got some amazing DIYs that make personalized, off-the-registry presents any happy couple will L-O-V-E. So get ready to channel your creative side and save some major cash.
1. DIY Graphic Laundry Baskets: Spice up the drabbest of chores with cute sayings that’ll ensure the newlywed’s first fight won’t be over dirty socks in the clean clothes hamper. (via Studio DIY)
2. DIY Picnic Basket Backpack: What’s more romantic than a picnic for two? Not a thing! Send your fave duo a custom basket that doubles as a super cute backpack to inspire many outdoor adventures. (via Brit + Co)
3. DIY Watercolor Succulents: For the artsy pair in your life, mass-produced department store paintings just won’t cut it. Instead, create a pair inspired by some of their favorite plants and flowers; we promise they’ll smile every time they walk past them in their house. (via Brit + Co)
4. DIY Mid-Century Trinket Dish: A jewelry dish probably didn’t make it on the registry, but the newlyweds will be thankful to have a place to hang their shiny new jewelry. (via Enthralling Gumption)
5. DIY Watercolor Linens: It’s about to be dinner party time for the playful pair in your life. These watercolor linens serve as the pop of color needed to stir up the fun vibes at any post-wedding get-together. (via Brit + Co)
6. Hand-Painted “Dipped” Utensils: Forget those basic bamboo utensils and make works of art with a spoon and spatula set. Your besties will think of you every time they whip up a batch of treats. And who knows — maybe that means more cookie packages in your future! (via Sarah Hearts)
7. DIY Knot Pillows: These pillows are SO easy to make you might as well whip up a few for your place while you’re at it, creating the cutest addition to pillow talk ever. (via Little Inspiration)
8. DIY Terrarium: Keep the love growing *after* the nuptials by gifting plant babies that’ll mark the start of their adventure. Plus, it will mean a little extra because you handmade it for them. (via Brit + Co)
9. DIY Photo WIne Glasses: If a picture says a thousand words, a picture on everyone’s favorite glass says a million. The newlyweds will remain in the honeymoon phase forever when they’re sipping on memories of their special day. (via Brit + Co)
10. DIY Geometric Metal Wall Hang: For the newlyweds who are starting to make their house a home, unique wall art is a must-have. You can even switch out the colors to match their current color palette. (via Sugar and Cloth)
11. DIY Patchwork Throw Blanket: Say hello to the perfect accessory for Netflix-and-cuddle sessions. You’re going to be a blanket-making machine with this fast and easy DIY, use patches that remind them of their favorite places for an extra touch. (via Brit + Co)
12. DIY Oversized Felt Board: Perfect for the entertainers in your life, this felt board gives them a cute way to leave each other messages and is even better for party banners. (via A Beautiful Mess)
13. DIY Woven Blanket Wreath: We’re true believers in the stylish power of the year-round wreath. Customize this one in their wedding colors! (via Persia Lou)
14. DIY Gemstone Soap: Rub-a-dub-dub. It’s no coincidence that these gemstone soaps also look like diamonds. (via A Beautiful Mess)
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Additional reporting by Jordan Stahl
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