100 Handmade Gift Ideas

Your stretchy yoga buddy most likely totes around a 'sticky' mat that they use to relax and enjoy a good pretzel position. Erin Huffstetler will show you how to make a tote bag from a pants leg... chances are that buddy is into recycling, too.

I want to stick with wearable handmade items on this list, but I just had to suggest these recycled crayons from Erin Huffstetler. They are so cute when finished and they can be used as a little gift stuffer if you are making any of the purses on this list.

Give a plain flat ring a face lift with a photo or any magazine image. With a little white glue and some patience, you'll have a gift unlike any other.

Use loose buttons to create a chunky bracelet bursting with personality. This gift uses elastic, so it will fit just about any wrist without trouble.

New PJ's are a very popular gift for every season, and you can make a custom pair out of any material, including fleece character prints.

Wristbands are useful for walkers, and can make a fashion statement for teens. You can make this easy gift using just a cuffed sock and some trendy buttons.

Placemats have some of the cutest abstract designs on them that would look great on a purse. Turn a placemat into a purse for a stylish gift.

Neck ties have some interesting designs on them, and they are the perfect size to fit through belt loops. Join them together and you've got a belt gift for one of your rock-n-roll friends.

Use a couple of logo t-shirts to create a custom purse that makes a personal gift. It's an easy-sew project suitable for beginners.

In this video, find out how to stitch a sleek laptop case that will fit any size laptop you need it to. This is a great gift for a computing friend.