Wow Him This Holiday Season With These 80+ DIY Gifts For Guys

If you're unsure of what to get the men in your life this holiday season, we've totally been there. It's all about finding a gift that's both thoughtful and useful. Well, what's better than receiving a gift? Receiving a gift handmade specifically for you! So, in the spirit of the gifting season, we've rounded up more than 80 DIY gifts that are suitable for boyfriends, coworkers, BFFs, and brothers, or really any guy you'd like to treat during the 2019 holidays. From wooden bottle stoppers to chalkboard mugs and adorable scrapbooks, we've got all the best present ideas. See what best suits your loved one with the DIY gifts we've collected, ahead!

— Additional reporting by Haley Lyndes and Emily Co

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DIY Wooden Bottle Stoppers
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DIY Wooden Bottle Stoppers

He'll cap his wines in style thanks to these burned wooden bottle stoppers.

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DIY Cutting Board Tablet Holder
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DIY Cutting Board Tablet Holder

If he loves to cook, give him an easy way to look up recipes with the cutting board tablet holder.

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DIY Photo Candle Holder
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DIY Photo Candle Holder

Make him a candle full of memories with the photo candle holder.

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DIY Gradient Soap Bars
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DIY Gradient Soap Bars

These gradient soap bars are so cool looking, he won't want to use them.

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DIY Chalkboard Mug
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DIY Chalkboard Mug

Make his morning cup of joe as personal as can be with the chalkboard mug.

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DIY His and Her Sharpie Mugs
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DIY His and Her Sharpie Mugs

You won't believe how easy these his and her sharpie mugs are to DIY.

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DIY Photo Wall Clock
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DIY Photo Wall Clock

This photo wall clock is a lot easier to make than it looks.

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DIY Wooden Cutting Board
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DIY Wooden Cutting Board

The wooden cutting board comes in handy for so many things, like delicious charcuterie boards.

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DIY Highlights Scrapbook
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DIY Highlights Scrapbook

The highlights scrapbook is made out of recycled materials for a super cheap and eco-friendly DIY!

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DIY Instagram Calendar
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DIY Instagram Calendar

Make him a calendar he'll cherish forever with this Instagram calendar DIY.

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DIY Stamped Bar Leather Bracelet
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DIY Stamped Bar Leather Bracelet

He'll love the edgy style that the stamped bar leather bracelet gives him.

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DIY Photo Playing Cards
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DIY Photo Playing Cards

If he loves card games, take his go-to deck of cards up a notch with the photo playing cards.

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DIY Copper-Dipped Shot Glasses
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DIY Copper-Dipped Shot Glasses

These grown-up copper-dipped shot glasses will make very chic stocking stuffers.

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DIY Cheese Knives
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DIY Cheese Knives

Make him some cool cheese knives for hosting.

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DIY Wood Slab Table
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DIY Wood Slab Table

Make him a rustic wood slab side table he's sure to be impressed with.

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DIY Taco Stand
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DIY Taco Stand

He'll be totally impressed with your DIY skills if you make him this DIY taco stand. Go above and beyond by filling it will homemade tacos!

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DIY Buffalo Check Rosemary Soap
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DIY Buffalo Check Rosemary Soap

This DIY buffalo check rosemary soap looks (and smells) like it came from a high-end store — but it's an easy and affordable DIY!

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DIY Typographic Luggage Tags
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DIY Typographic Luggage Tags

These customizable DIY typographic luggage tags are perfect for the globe-trotting guy in your life.

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DIY Geometric Wood Trivets
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DIY Geometric Wood Trivets

These geometric wood trivets do double duty — they keep your tables safe, and they they make pretty decor.

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DIY Hot Pepper Oil
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DIY Hot Pepper Oil

This hot pepper oil is perfect for a man who feels at home in the kitchen.

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DIY Homemade Spiced Rum
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DIY Homemade Spiced Rum

Fill a pretty bottle with this homemade spiced rum for a tasty, boozy gift he's sure to love.

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DIY DIY Rum-Spice Aftershave
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DIY DIY Rum-Spice Aftershave

This homemade rum-spice aftershave costs almost nothing to make and uses a lot of things hiding in your pantry.

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DIY Fabric Photo Transfer Journals
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DIY Fabric Photo Transfer Journals

These fabric photo transfer journals make pretty and personal gifts.

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DIY Cologne
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DIY Cologne

Mix him his own personal scent that he can spritz all over — and won't cause others to hold their breath as he walks by.

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DIY Stamped Leather Keychain
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DIY Stamped Leather Keychain

He'll never misplace his keys again if you make him this awesome personalized leather keychain!

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DIY Modern Bottle Opener
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DIY Modern Bottle Opener

It doesn't get much easier or more useful than this modern bottle opener DIY.

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DIY Easy Catch All Wood Tray
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DIY Easy Catch All Wood Tray

Some cool contact paper is pretty much all you need for this easy DIY catch-all wood tray.

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DIY Cheers Gift Basket
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DIY Cheers Gift Basket

This boozy seasonally-themed gift basket will have beer and whiskey fans drooling.

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DIY Homemade Seasoning Mixes
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DIY Homemade Seasoning Mixes

Simple packaging makes this set of homemade seasoning mixes an inexpensive and easy edible gift.

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DIY iPad Case
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DIY iPad Case

Create a dip-dyed canvas case for his iPad.

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DIY House Number Wall Planter
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DIY House Number Wall Planter

This DIY house number wall planter is also great for renters looking for removable front porch decor.

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DIY Bacon Bouquet
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DIY Bacon Bouquet

Men may not love getting a bouquet of roses, but they'll love a bouquet chock-full of bacon!

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DIY Cookie and Brownie Mixes
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DIY Cookie and Brownie Mixes

Use photos, twine, and jars to make these cute cookie and brownie mix gifts.

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DIY Charging Station
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DIY Charging Station

Make this neat charging station that will keep his cords tidy and organized in an upcycled plastic bottle.

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DIY Leather Keychain
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DIY Leather Keychain

Create a simple leather keychain for the men in your life.

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DIY Mousepad
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DIY Mousepad

Make him his own personalized mousepad for working in style.

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DIY Tie Phone Case
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DIY Tie Phone Case

Use an old tie he barely wears to make this one-of-a-kind phone case.

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DIY Beer Beef Jerky
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DIY Beer Beef Jerky

The way to his heart is probably through his stomach, so why not make him some beer beef jerky?

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DIY Bar Tags
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DIY Bar Tags

Give these DIY leather bar tags hung on some nice bottles of liquor.

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DIY Aftershave Lotion
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DIY Aftershave Lotion

Instead of trying to figure out the right present for your man, make him personalized aftershave lotion that he'll love.

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DIY Skinny Ties
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DIY Skinny Ties

This easy DIY transforms vintage ties into fashionable and modern-looking skinny ties.

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DIY Catchall
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DIY Catchall

This suede catchall is easy to make and perfect for holding the little things he loves.

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DIY Wooden Sofa Sleeve With Cup Holder
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DIY Wooden Sofa Sleeve With Cup Holder

This wooden sofa sleeve with cup holder DIY requires a little extra elbow grease, but it totally pays off!

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DIY All-Purpose Man Balm
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DIY All-Purpose Man Balm

This all-in-one man balm can be used for anything from cracked hands to pomade for your hair.

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DIY Mason Jar Sleeve
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DIY Mason Jar Sleeve

He'll love this leather mason jar sleeve for beer or coffee.

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DIY Color-Blocked Instagram Ornaments
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DIY Color-Blocked Instagram Ornaments

Pick a handful of Instagram photos you know he'll love, and create these cute ornaments using them.

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Homemade Chocolate-Almond Toffee
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Homemade Chocolate-Almond Toffee

He'll want to indulge in this homemade chocolate-almond toffee as soon as he sees it.

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DIY Peppermint Candy
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DIY Peppermint Candy

These peppermint hard candies are so cute and colorful — what's not to love?

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Homemade Chocolate Caramel Popcorn
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Homemade Chocolate Caramel Popcorn

Make your own popcorn instead of handing out store-bought ones as gifts.

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DIY Coffee Grounds Soap
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DIY Coffee Grounds Soap

Find out how to make these homemade coffee grounds soaps.

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DIY Map Photo Frame
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DIY Map Photo Frame

These map photo frames are perfect for the travel enthusiast to frame up their favorite photos from trips.

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DIY Hot Buttered Rum Mix
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DIY Hot Buttered Rum Mix

Cozy up with some pals and treat him to hot buttered rum mix in jars.

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DIY Shaving Cream
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DIY Shaving Cream

He'll have a smooth shave with this homemade shaving cream.

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DIY Tea Bags
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DIY Tea Bags

Make these cute tea bags with a special blend of customized tea to show your love.

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Homemade Filet Mignon Beef Jerky
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Homemade Filet Mignon Beef Jerky

Make this fancy filet mignon beef jerky for all the men in your life.

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DIY Secret Book Safe
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DIY Secret Book Safe

This just might be the coolest DIY gift ever, and your bookworm pal will surely go nuts over this secret stash book. Hollow out his all-time favorite book, and you'll have a winner.

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DIY Rose Petal Lip Balm
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DIY Rose Petal Lip Balm

Putting rose petals from a bouquet you already have into a lip balm is just genius.

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DIY Body Lotion
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DIY Body Lotion

Whip up some homemade body lotion as a holiday gift for your man friend. He'll love how natural it is and how well it moisturizes his skin.

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DIY Bug-Away Scented Floating Candles
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DIY Bug-Away Scented Floating Candles

These scented floating candles are pretty, but are hiding a deadly secret. Well, deadly to bugs, at least. They are effective in chasing off those unwanted pests!

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Homemade Limoncello
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Homemade Limoncello

Limoncello makes a great present for those with a fondness for cocktails.

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DIY Picture Magnets
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DIY Picture Magnets

Make these special magnets out of holiday cards and photos.

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DIY Map Votive
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DIY Map Votive

If he loves to travel, then these map votives are ideal decor. They're affordable to make and are perfect gifts. All you need are dollar-store votives and an old atlas.

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DIY Thread-Wrapped Bracelet
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DIY Thread-Wrapped Bracelet

Update an old bangle with thread for a colorful new accessory.

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DIY Coffee Grounds Candle
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DIY Coffee Grounds Candle

The coffee addict will love this coffee grounds candle that will have a subtle hint of that heavenly smelling drink.

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Homemade Vanilla Hot Chocolate Mix
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Homemade Vanilla Hot Chocolate Mix

Gift someone special the comfort only hot chocolate can give!

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DIY Spice Rub
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DIY Spice Rub

This spice rub is great for a variety of dishes. POPSUGAR Food says it suits anything from roasted vegetables to grilled chicken.

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DIY Map Tile Coasters
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DIY Map Tile Coasters

If you have leftover maps, then these map tiles are the perfect complements. They're sturdy, fun, and make good conversation starters. You can even personalize them with maps of places the gift recipients have been to!

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Homemade Chocolate-Covered Bacon
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Homemade Chocolate-Covered Bacon

Chocolate-covered bacon?! You might need to make a big batch in case you decide to keep some to yourself.

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Homemade Thin Mints
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Homemade Thin Mints

Give your loved one his Girl Scout fix year-round with these homemade Thin Mints.

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DIY Denim Coasters
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DIY Denim Coasters

Who doesn't need more coasters in their lives? These beauties can save your furniture from condensation and other pesky marks. If you don't want to buy new coasters and have an old pair of jeans lying around, then try this easy DIY.

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DIY T-Shirt Bag
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DIY T-Shirt Bag

Convert a simple tee from his university into this handy t-shirt bag that he can bring with him to the market or gym.

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DIY Hand Sanitzier
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DIY Hand Sanitzier

Battling illness in college is never fun, nor is it easy. This DIY hand sanitizer is a creative and thoughtful way to keep those germs away.

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Rosemary-Sesame Pecans
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Rosemary-Sesame Pecans

These rosemary-sesame pecans are so good, no one will have the discipline to keep their hands away.

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Garam Masala Popcorn
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Garam Masala Popcorn

Inspired by garam masala popcorn, this Indian-spiced popcorn recipe is a nice break from sweet holiday treats. Butter-free, salty, and filled with spices, the Indian-spiced popcorn will become your loved one's new go-to treat.

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Homemade Cheese Crackers
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Homemade Cheese Crackers

One word: yum. These homemade cheese crackers will be the talk of your loved one's day, and their scrumptious flavor sure beats store-bought!

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Low-Carb Peanut Butter Truffles
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Low-Carb Peanut Butter Truffles

Peanut butter fans will love these sweetened low-carb peanut butter truffles.

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