If your holiday shopping list is anything like ours, then you'll know how easy it is to forget to get something for at least one person. So when you realize you forgot to get something for the hostess of the Christmas party or New Year's Eve soiree you're attending in just a few short hours, panic sets in. But don't worry! We've totally got you covered. Here are 81 gifts you can DIY [1] before the party that any hostess would be absolutely crazy not to love.
Teacup Candles
Use vintage teacups [2] to create these gorgeous gifts.
Source: Pretty Prudent [3]
Chocolate Caramel Popcorn
Make a big batch of this sweet treat [4] so your hostess can put it out as a snack at the party!
Wine Bag
Present your hostess with a bottle of wine in one of these DIY wine gift bags [5].
Source: Pretty Prudent [6]
Glitter Shot Glass Vases
Add some glitter to shot glasses [7] for a DIY [8] gift that could function as shot glasses or gorgeous vases.
Mod Vase
Making this decorative vase [9] is supersimple and oh so cute!
Source: Pretty Prudent [10]
Photo Votive Candle
Take someone's favorite photos (perhaps pick them from their Instagram or Facebook account) and create these personalized photo votives [11].
Apron
What hostess wouldn't love an adorable apron [12]?
Source: Pretty Prudent [13]
Oven Mitt
Making an oven mitt [14] is easier than you think. We promise!
Source: Pretty Prudent [15]
Microwavable Eye Mask
This microwaveable eye mask [16] is probably exactly what your hostess will need after a long night of partying!
Soothing Bath Milk
Blend together basic ingredients for a soothing milk bath [17] that is seriously indulgent.
Lemon Sugar Scrub
Her skin will be oh so smooth and have a pleasant citrus smell with this homemade lemon sugar scrub [18].
Source: I Heart Nap Time [19]
Cheese Platter
Transform plastic supplies into a chic cheese tray [20] with the help of homemade chalkboard paint.
Cake Stand
You can make this cake stand [21] for just $3. Yes, that's right — $3.
Source: Pretty Prudent [22]
Homemade Limoncello
Limoncello [23] makes a great present for those with a fondness for cocktails.
Hot Buttered Rum Mix
Treat your hostess to some hot buttered rum mix [24] in jars.
Glitter Plant Pot
This DIY [25] is supereasy and looks superexpensive.
Source: The Glitter Guide [26]
Natural Room Scents
Gift the gift of a deliciously scented home with these natural room scents [27].
Source: The Yummy Life [28]
Spool Wine Corks
These spool wine corks [29] are easy to make and totally useful!
Source: A Beautiful Mess [30]
Chalkboard Wine Glasses
Your hostess will use these chalkboard wine glasses [31] over and over again!
Source: Just Short of Crazy [32]
Stamped Tea Towels
Customize stamped tea towels [33] to fit your hostess's personality and interests!
Source: Centsational Girl [34]
Garden Markers
These adorable garden markers [35] totally look store-bought!
Source: Julie Blanner [36]
Glitter Tumblers
Any hostess would love these DIY glitter tumblers [37].
Etched Glassware
Etched glassware [38] is a little tougher to make at home but adds a personal touch that won't go unnoticed.
Source: Make It & Love It [39]
Gold-Striped Vase
Your hostess will go crazy for this gold-striped vase [40] filled with her favorite flowers.
Source: Two Twenty One [41]
Coconut Oil Hand Soap
You only need three simple ingredients to create this hand soap [42].
Succulents in Vintage Cups
Create a minigarden with vintage cups and succulents [43].
Source: Hipaholic [44]
Spice Rub
This spice rub [45] is great for a variety of dishes. POPSUGAR Food says it suits anything from roasted vegetables to grilled chicken.
Fabric Coasters
They won't even be able to tell you made these fabric coasters [46] at home!
Source: Sewbon [47]
Cup Cozies
Make these cup sleeves [48]for that special someone who enjoys hot drinks during this cold season.
Polaroid Magnets
These Instagram polaroid magnets [49] will add a nice personal touch to any home or office.
Witty Gloves
Come up with an eight-letter expression that describes your hostess to create these witty Winter gloves [50].
Source: Country Living [51]
Elf Wine Bottle Covers
OK, if these elf wine bottle covers [52] aren't the cutest thing you've ever seen, then we don't know what is.
Source: HGTV [53]
Monogrammed Tote
This monogrammed tote [54] is useful and has a personal touch!
Source: Woman's Day [55]
Homemade Reed Diffuser
Upcycle an old oil bottle into a pretty homemade reed diffuser [56] that makes good use of lemon rinds and ends of herbs.
Casserole Carrier
A casserole carrier [57] is perfect for any holiday partygoer!
Source: Taylormade [58]
Photo Magnets
Use pictures and greeting cards to make magnets for the hostess's fridge. Here's a tutorial on how to make picture magnets [59].
Lavender Soap
Learn to make this easy lavender soap [60].
Source: Pink When [61]
Lavender-Infused Sugar
Make some lavender-infused sugar [62] in an airtight jar, and you've got yourself an adorable hostess gift.
Source: The Glitter Guide [63]
Neon Rope Basket
This neon pink rope basket [64] captures two of the most popular trends — rope decor and neon colors.
Source: Design Sponge [65]
Beaded Wood Trivet
This beaded wood trivet [66] is superchic and easy to make.
Source: Apartment Therapy [67]
Watercolor Tile Coasters
These coasters [68] look straight out of an art museum.
Polka-Dot Bottles
Your hostess could use this polka-dot bottle [69] to display just about anything!
Source: Ruffled [70]
Personalized Cork Coasters
Add a personal touch to cork coasters [71] like these!
Source: Martha Stewart [72]
Homemade Pinecone Fire Starter
Homemade pinecone fire starters [73] are the chicest way to get a fire (and party!) started.
Beeswax Candles
How cool are these beeswax candles [74]?
Source: Oh Happy Day [75]
Monogrammed Cutting Board
Anyone who hosts parties regularly will love this monogrammed cutting board [76].
Source: Ruffled [77]
Lace Vase
This DIY lace vase [78] is perfect for any season and party.
Source: M&J Blog [79]
Sleep Salve
This sleep salve [80] will relax the user right into dreamland.
Polka-Dot Napkins
Polka-dot napkins [81] are superchic and easy to make!
Source: Freut Cake [82]
Doily Votive
Make a beautiful votive [83] from doilies as a gift.
Source: Spirello [84]
Colorblocked Mug
This colorblocked mug [85] along with some coffee beans or tea is a perfect gift.
Source: She Uncovered [86]
Cork Planters
These cute cork planters [87]are great as desk decor or can be turned into magnets.
Cookie-Cutter Candles
These minicandles [88]will add holiday cheer to any home.
Copper Dipped Shot Glasses
These copper dipped shot glasses [89] will make a very chic hostess gift.
Candy Cane Scrub
This candy cane peppermint sugar scrub [90] will delight someone who is fond of pink.
Gold Foil Salad Servers
Any hostess would be ecstatic to receive these gold foil salad servers [91].
Source: The Glitter Guide [92]
Colorful Bath Salts
These colorful bath salts [93] make a great gift for someone who loves to treat themselves.
Source: Intimate Weddings [94]
Lotion Bars
These lotion bars [95]are so handy — they'll keep her hands moisturized all day and night.
Frosted Vases
If you hosted a party [96] recently or haven't taken out the recycling bin just yet, chances are, you'll have a few empty glass bottles sitting around the house. Gather them up and do this easy DIY [97] to transform them into beautiful frosted vases in a matter of minutes!
Flavored Salts
Flavored salts [98] make a great gift for the foodie who loves to cook.
Homemade Tea Bags
Make these cute tea bags [99] with a special blend of customized tea to show your appreciation.
Embroidered Table Set
If you're skilled with a needle and thread, then you must make this embroidered table set [100].
Source: Saké Puppets [101]
Cinnamon-Stick Votive
This cinnamon-stick votive [102] is such a quick and easy gift to make.
Rope Bowl
This DIY rope bowl [103] is perfect for storing (and displaying) seasonal fruits and veggies.
Source: Centsational Girl [104]
Picture Coasters
These cute picture coasters [105] are the perfect gift for those who love personalized gifts.
Infused Oils
These infused oils [106] will make great gifts.
Gold-Decorated Jewelry Dish
Make one of these jewelry dishes [107] in your hostess's favorite colors.
Source: Hello Natural [108]
Magnetic Letters
Spray-paint some dollar-store magnetic letters [109] for something cute to stick on any whiteboard.
Lemon Soap
These lemon rind soaps [110] are too cute not to give.
Rose Petal Lip Balm
Get rid of dry, chapped Winter lips with this soothing lip balm [111].
Coffee Grounds Soap
Find out how to make these homemade coffee grounds soaps [112].
Glitter Magnets
These pretty glitter magnets [113] will beautify anyone's fridge.
Homemade Body Lotion
Whip up some homemade body lotion [114] as a gift for your hostess. They'll love how natural it is and how well it moisturizes their skin.
Monogrammed Mug
Why go to Anthropologie when you can make a monogrammed mug [115] at home?
Source: Design Mom [116]
Rose Petal Bath Salts
Your hostess will feel like she's soaking in a luxurious bath of rose petals with these bath salts [117].
Tea Wreath
If you have a friend or family member who is a tea-lover, then this quick tea-wreath craft [118] yields the perfect gift.
Source: Kojo Designs [119]
Striped Soaps
This peppermint soap [120] is such a cute and refreshing DIY [121].
Source: Martha Stewart [122]
Glitter Candle
These glitter candles [123] will make such a sweet and sparkly gift.
Homemade Bath Bombs
Homemade bath bombs [124] are supereasy to make and won't cost you a fortune.
Colorful Tumblers
This DIY gift [125] is so easy to make but looks like something you bought in a store.
Garbage Disposal Refreshers
These homemade garbage disposal refreshers [126] will sure come in handy when your hostess is cleaning up!