25 DIY Boyfriend Gifts For All Kinds of Celebrations (2024)

Whether it’s Christmas, an anniversary or your beau’s birthday, it can be really hard finding just the right gift for the man in your life. Surprise him with something both thoughtful and exciting, and perhaps that falls into the handmade realms. Check out these 25 DIY boyfriend gifts that work for all kinds of celebrations!

1. Stenciled Tee

DIY Readygives us the scoop on created a stenciled t-shirt. Your man will love a handmade design straight from your own two hands!

2. Pre-Planned Date Book

This gift is a bit more thoughtful and romantic, so it’s perfect as an anniversary gift or Valentine’s Day present.Thinking Closethas all the details to get your started.

3. Crochet Wrap Bracelet

One Dog Woofgives us a great tutorial for a unisex, crocheted wrap bracelet. If your guy is a bit more boho or hipster in style, then whipping up one of these could be a great idea!

4. Comic Book Coasters

Or maybe he’s a comic book fan. Create these comic book-inspired coasters to round out his man cave or living room apartment. Details atMod Podge Rocks.

5. Leather-Wrapped Flask

I Spy DIYgives us a super chic idea that your man will swoon for. Make up one of these leather wrapped flask and he’ll feel like the coolest dude around.

6. Gingerbeer

Go all out in the kitchen and teach yourself how to make some homemade gingerbeer.Steele House Kitchenwill guide you every step of the way.

7. Rosemary Shaving Cream

Food For My Familywhips up some rosemary shaving cream and we thought this would be quite the gift. Pair it with a new razor for a great stocking stuffer idea!

8. Hammock

Pu those hands to work and make your man a hand knotted hammock! Give him something to enjoy in the outdoors with help fromKinFolk.

9. Handstamped Hankies

Paper & Stitchhas a sweeter DIY to experiment with. Whip him up some handstamped hankies that he can sport on some of your date nights.

10. Kiss in Your Pocket

Color Me Katiehas a romantic gift as well. Perfect for anniversaries or Valentine’s Day, create a kiss that he can carry in his pocket!

11. Fire Pit

Over atManMadeyou can take on a bigger project. A handmade fire pit will definitely wow the socks off of him!

12. Bay Rum Aftershave

mommypotamushas the recipe for this delicious bay rum aftershave. This too makes a great addition to any gift or stocking stuffer.

13. Leather Luggage Tag

Almost Makes Perfectworks with leather and makes a rustic, masculine piece for any bit of his luggage. Gift this to him before your next trip together!

14. Map Plates

Our Nerd Hometook maps of some of their favorite places – from Lord of the Rings, for example – and turned them into plates! Speak to her “nerdy” side with this one.

15. Root Beer Float Kit

If your man has a bit of sweet tooth, put together on of these root beer float baskets. Grab all the details over atThirty Handmade Days.

16. Ticket Stub Memory Box

The Thinking Closetput together a memory box specifically to hold ticket stubs. Hold all of your dates and memories in one spot!

17. Two Minute French Toast

Pretty Prudentknows how to wake your man up right. This DIY gift is edible and can get a birthday celebration off on the right foot.

18. Monogram Mug

If he loves coffee or tea, get inspired by this project fromDesign Mom. It’s easy, it’s thoughtful and it’s a great way to dip your toes into the DIY world.

19. Printed Mouse Pad

Design Spongeshows us how to print your own mouse pad. Make something contemporary and chic for his home office!

20. Leather Wallet

The Merrythoughtshows us how to take a piece of leather and work it into a wallet. If he’s in need of something more casual, go for it!

21. Colorblock Tie

Check outI Spy DIYand learn how easy it is to turn an older tie into something more on trend. He’ll be a new and improved wedding date with this one.

22. Cozy Socks

Purl Sohois teaching us how to make some cozy socks! Perfect for the winter season, obviously even more perfect for the holidays, he’ll love the sweetness behind this creation too.

23. Dunkaroo Dip

Give him a blast from the past with this yummy DIY gift! Dunkaroo dip is even better as an adult! (via)

24. Lego Key Holder

Felix Grauertook some legos and made a fabulous key holder. He won’t lose his keys anymore and he’ll love the utilization of his favorite toys.

25. Lipstick Art

A Beautiful Messmade this sexy piece of art that he can have anywhere inside his apartment. It’ll be a constant reminder of you … and your lips!