Whether it’s Grandparents’ Day, a birthday, holiday or just because, every grandparent welcomes a homemade gift. The reason? They’re crafted by their favorite little hands, of course!
From gifts that are super simple to whip up (with supplies you likely already have at home) to more elaborate projects older kids will enjoy making, check out our list of handmade gifts for grandparents. These are all sure to earn a permanent spot on the mantel.
DIY gifts for grandparents from little kids
These homemade gifts for grandparents are best for the younger set who need help with things like cutting, glueing and writing.
1. Photo cubes
There isn’t a grandparent alive that doesn’t adore photos of their grandkids, and this DIY photo cube from Crafts by Amanda nails it. Simply print out a few photos, cut them out and have kids do the glueing. Super clever.
2. Watercolor bookmarks
Move over boring bookmarks (or jacket covers or dog-eared pages), these cute watercolor bookmarks from Projects With Kids are a fun way to spend an afternoon, and they make a great gift for grandparents.
3. Grandparent magnets
These simple grandparent magnets from Crayola are truly a cinch to make — and you only need a few supplies. Kids will get a kick out of “dressing” grandma and grandpa up in the clothing of their choice!
4. Tulip pop-up cards
Sometimes the best handmade gift is lovely card with a sweet message from your grandkid. These pop-up tulip cards from My Joy-Filled Life are pretty simple to put together, but they look professional. And with a loving note on the inside, you can’t go wrong.
5. Paper plate rosettes
These DIY Grandparents’ Day paper plate rosettes from Kids Craft Room are the ideal DIY project for preschoolers and young kids — and they’ll cost you next to nothing to make. A paper plate, some colored paper, a few markers — boom, you’re done!
6. Fingerprint heart flower pots
Whether grandma and grandpa love gardening or not, they’re sure to delight in these heartfelt fingerprint heart flower pots from TikToker Sierra Honeycutt. Really, you don’t need much for these, except for paint, a pot, and of course, adorable little fingers.
DIY gifts for grandparents from older kids
Older elementary school-aged kids and up can put together these genuinely beautiful handmade gifts for grandparents.
7. Air dry clay coasters
These air dry clay coasters from Gathering Beauty are an incredibly relaxing craft for older kids — and the results are a truly gorgeous gift for grandparents.
8. DIY bead pendant necklace
Most grandparents have their favorite necklaces, rings, etc. — and this beautiful beaded pendant necklace from Lovely Indeed is sure to join those ranks. Unlike beaded necklaces from little ones, this pretty piece is a bonafide piece of jewelry.
9. Grandkids name board
What a cute idea from TikTok mom Katie Breen! For grandparents who like rustic decor, this name board with all of their grandkids’ names is a fun project that makes a nice gift. Sure would look cute in the kitchen!
10. Elastic pencil pouch
This is a very beginner-friendly sewing project that, according to A Spoonful of Sugar Designs, can be completed in about an hour. These elastic pencil pouches are great for wrapping around a to-do notebook or stashing in junk drawers to bring some order to, well, junk.
11. Framed silhouettes
Talk about a keeper! These silhouette frames from Mini and Mine take some seriously polished fine motor skills (which is why it’s best for older kids), but the results are stunning.
12. Best grandma/grandpa shirt
Happiness Is Homemade has a few downloadable “best grandparent” SVG files that can be transferred to a number of items, including shirts and mugs. So smart! Here’s complete directions on how to download the files and transfer the messages.
13. DIY coastal seashells
Bring the warm weather in any time of year with these sweet DIY coastal seashells from TikToker Niki San Inocencio that don’t look DIYed at all. For this, you’ll need some fabric, fabric scissors and Mod Podge, so this is a handmade gift for grandparents that’s best left to older kids.
