There's something for everyone on this list of DIY wood gift ideas! You'll find lots of wooden gift ideas for her, him and the kids that are easy for a beginner to make!
Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for that special someone? Why buy when you can DIY!? Handmade wooden gifts can be personalized for any recipient, and show how much you care!
Don't have a lot of building experience? No worries, these are all easy beginner woodworking projects with step-by-step instructions to help you succeed!
If you're looking for DIY wood gift ideas for mom, dad or the kids, you'll find it here! Let's get started!
DIY Wood Gifts for Kids
Nothing is better than a gift for the kids that also makes the parent's life easier! All these gift ideas will help keep toys organized while also making them more fun to play with.
You can find more creative woodworking projects for kids here!
Kids can keep all those little pieces in one place with this DIY Lego tray with a removable organizer! Sort parts on one side and build on the other, then use the handles to carry it all away!
This DIY Lego bin features clear sides, handles and baseplate storage, so kids can build on the go! They can take this Lego storage box to playdates or Grandma's!
Are stuffed animals taking over? This DIY stuffed animal zoo is the perfect solution for storing all those furry friends! Get the free plans and start building!
DIY Wood Gifts for the Family
These simple DIY wooden gifts are great for the entire family!
Tired of losing your dice? This DIY dice tray is perfect for keeping dice from rolling away during Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games!
This DIY dice box is a quick and easy laser cutter project that makes a great gift idea for the DnD or tabletop gamer in your life!
These DIY cornhole boards cost less than $50 to make! Create a custom set like these Game of Thrones boards with cornhole decals. Get the free plans and get building!
We're terrible at keeping score when a cornhole game heats up! With this DIY cornhole scoreboard, you can keep track of points easily and see who's winning at a glance. This cornhole score keeper separates into two parts to make storage easy, and is made with just one board!
Earning a new belt in any martial art is something to be proud of. They can show them off with this easy DIY karate belt display!
Easily organize skis, poles and helmets with this cheap and easy DIY ski rack. It makes the perfect gift for any family that enjoys skiing!
DIY Wood Gift Ideas for Gardeners
Looking for DIY wood gifts for mom? If she loves to garden, she'll also love one of these!
This easy DIY strawberry planter has space for 18 plants, and an optional watering tube to keep them growing all summer long! The compact strawberry tower is perfect for balconies and patios with its space-saving vertical design. Get the woodworking plans to make this for the gardener on your list!
This mini greenhouse lets you grow a lot of plants in a small footprint! It's perfect for a deck or patio, and features removable shelf slats to accommodate taller plants.
This simple DIY planter with trellis is perfect for their front porch or patio! Pair this gift with a pot full of beautiful flowers in the warmer months, or switch it out for evergreens in the winter!
DIY Wood Gifts for the Cook or Hostess
Make these easy wood projects for the cook or hostess on your gift-giving list!
Want to make a cutting board, but don't have all the required woodworking tools? A cutting board kit comes ready for glue and clamps! It's the perfect gift for the beginning woodworker who doesn't have all the milling tools required for this type of project.
These DIY wood coasters are super easy to make, and feature a fun pop of color with vibrant wood veneer stripes! Use your dad's favorite team colors to create a fun wood gift for him!
This simple balcony railing table is genius! Add extra serving space near the grill or an outdoor bar with this easy-to-make deck railing table!
Cooking is chemistry with this DIY spice rack! Spice-filled test tubes hang suspended from a gorgeous walnut frame. The cook on your list will love this!
This DIY cutting board with marble inlay makes the perfect cheese tray or charcuterie board, so you can start using it as soon as you get to the party!
This candle lantern will make a great centerpiece on the host's table at their next gathering. Make it for them using scrap pieces of trim.
DIY Wood Gift Ideas for the Home
Looking for a great housewarming gift? Make one of these wooden gift ideas that are as useful as they are beautiful!
Every woodworker has a beautiful piece of scrap wood laying around that's too small for most projects. Put it on display by creating this air plant holder for the wall!
They can create a drop zone by the front door with this DIY entryway mirror with hooks! Hang keys, drop their change, and check their hair all in one convenient spot!
This DIY blanket ladder is so easy to make, all you need is a drill! They will love being able to display and store their favorite blankets, and you can make it for less than $10.
Make working from home easier with this simple DIY laptop stand for their desk. It adds storage and raises the screen up to eye level to make it more comfortable. You can customize the dimensions to make a bigger monitor stand, or create a homework station for kids!
You can make this easy DIY magazine rack for them with a single 1x3 board! This DIY wood gift idea is also great for kids' books or cookbooks!
Which projects are you planning to make this year? I'd love to hear from you down in the comments below!
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Richard Liptok
Sunday 5th of December 2021
Great List as usual. I've picked four of these that I'd like to get started on real soon. Make that 5, I looked back a second time and the Stuffed Animal Zoo looks awesome and is such a great idea. Oh, and the Lego projects look to be exactly what I need. Well done.