DIY Teacher Appreciation Gift Ideas They’ll Love 💝

Homemade gifts are not only inexpensive, but have a warmer, personal touch. Here are some homemade Teacher Appreciation gift ideas:

Cupcakes, Cookies, and Other Sweet Treats from Your Kitchen

Whip up a batch of your kid’s teachers favorite Cupcakes, Cookies, or Bars. Miniature pies and cakes also make great gifts.

Ask Teacher if he or she has any food allergies and dietary restrictions. For example, if on a Keto or low-carb diet, you may want to make one of these 20 Easy Keto Dessert Recipes (Best Low Carb High Fat Desserts). Or, if on a gluten-free diet, make these 3 Ingredient Banana Muffins or use this Best Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Mix instead of regular all-purpose flour.

Washi Tape Clipboard

This DIY Washi Tape Clipboard is cute, practical, and easy to make! Be sure to clip a card, your child’s drawing, or a printout of an inspirational quote for teachers.

Alternately, you can give make this DIY Washi Tape Canvas Decor featuring an inspirational quote.

Bath Bombs and Foot Soaks

Being a teacher is a demanding job mentally, emotionally, and physically. Teachers are also on their feet for much  of the day. Give the gift of relaxation and pampering with these 20 DIY Bath Bomb Recipes Better Than Lush or/ and these 5 of the Best DIY Foot Soaks.

Candle with Picture

For this Put a Picture on a Candle DIY, look for a digital photo of Teacher with your child to print out.

Planter with Plants from your Garden

Make a planter from a tin can, find a pot in your garden, or make one of these Creative DIY Planters. If you’re giving a succulent, you can even put it an a teacup and saucer that you no longer use. Choose one that’s easy to care for. Avoid giving seedlings that grow into big bushes or trees unless you are sure Teacher has a big backyard.

No plants at home? Fill a planter with these  25 DIY Paper Flowers.

String Art

These Easy String Art Projects make great decor in the classroom, faculty room, or in Teacher’s home. Make an artwork of the first letter of his/ her name, a favorite animal, or a word that describes Teacher (i.e. Amazing).

DIY Bird Nest Necklace

Simple, beautiful, and can be used with any outfit, this Bird Nest Necklace is for keeps. Plus, it’s easy to make!

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