Sometimes the simplest gifts are the best way to truly express your love and gratitude. Whether you’re sending a simple thank you card to a friend and want to include a gift, you’re looking for that perfect gift for mom for her birthday, or you’re searching for birthday gift ideas, these customizable gift ideas cover all your bases. Explore unique options that cater to everyone’s taste, from crafty and creative to sophisticated and chic. These simple presents also make fantastic Christmas gift ideas, showing off the time and thought you put into personalizing each item.
Whether you’re a DIY expert or prefer to keep things simple, peruse this versatile list of 33 small gift ideas to find the perfect present for any housewarming, holiday season, wedding, birthday or anniversary in your life.
1. DIY Doggie Collar
Your loved one’s favorite furry friend deserves love as well. Start with a unique colored leather band and add cute designs and rivets to make your own DIY dog collar.
2. Colorful Yarn Key Covers
A lovely housewarming gift for your spouse or roommate, this yarn-wrapped key project keeps keys looking bright, colorful and easy to organize. Attach to a personalized keychain for a truly unique gift.
3. Custom Mug
Add a little excitement to every cup of morning coffee by personalizing your favorite person’s coffee mug with favorite photos of each other.
4. Cutting Board
Perfect for the home chef or generous host, add a stylish monogram to a finished block of wood to create this small cutting and serving board.
5. Wall Art
You can showcase your favorite memories while hanging a unique canvas wall art piece that can also double as a special keepsake.
6. Customized Travel Tags
What does the avid traveler really want? They would like any gift that makes their trip a little easier. These travel tags are the perfect small gift idea and even include special notes for safety and care in case of emergencies.
7. DIY Sugar Scrub
Made with simple ingredients to liven up the skin, this sugar scrub fits perfectly in a mason jar and pairs well with a spa day set.
8. Photo Coaster and Jewelry Tray
Seal a family photo into this mini, multi-use tray and coaster for a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift idea. Consider pairing with a DIY jewelry project!
9. Cat Accent Pillows
These cozy accent pillows are perfect for your favorite cat-loving friend. The no-sew pattern makes this an easy DIY for all levels of crafters.
10. Photo Tiles
Make a memorable picture even more special by having that picture printed on a personalized photo tile that will make great wall art and home decor decoration. By using different pictures, photo tiles are easily customizable and easy to install.
11. Personalized Tea Towel
Every kitchen needs an all-purpose tea towel. Add a family photo or monogram as a personalized gift for mom or festive Christmas gift idea.
12. DIY XO Serving Spoons
Before your group’s next dinner party, paint these “hugs and kisses” salad spoons to gift to your favorite host or loved one. Include color or keep them simple with a black and white color scheme.
13. Monogrammed Candle
This little customizable present makes a memorable thank you gift for a bridesmaid or teacher. A monogrammed candle is the perfect gift that will go well with any home decor.
14. Exfoliating Loofah Soap
Meld a loofah with the soap mold for a unique bathroom accessory. This all-in-one home spa addition will improve your loved one’s pampering game.
15. Family Deck of Cards
Want to bring back the tradition of family card games? Gift mom or dad with a card deck decorated with monogrammed letters, family memories of the kids or your past trips and put a smile on their face.
16. Chicken Pin Cushions
A perfect gift for your fellow sewing buddy—these chicken pin cushions come together with just a swatch of fabric, felt and sequins. Pair with some quality sewing materials for a gift set.
17. Family Photo Calendar
Lovely on a nightstand or desk, greet mom every month with a new family photo she can cherish with the passing of the year. These easel calendars don’t take up a whole wall and are decorated with cute designs to complement your photos.
18. Wine Glasses
19. Foliage Border Key Ring
This nature-inspired birthday gift idea sends a reminder of love every time they grab their keys. Add your favorite two photos and a personalized monogram.
20. Hand-Painted Napkins
Add a bit of shine to simple dinner napkins with gold and silver metallic paints. Create a unique design for each or compose a matching set.
21. Headphone Taco Case
In just a few simple steps, create these DIY mini-tacos to snap up your headphones, keeping them tangle-free and making an excellent simple gift.
22. Love Photo Magnets
Greet your spouse every day with little reminders of your amazing memories together. These refrigerator magnets encapsulate mini photographs with love and style.
23. Monogrammed Phone Case
Phone cases are a gift that travels everywhere you go. Add a pattern or photo fit to their style and a monogram to make it theirs.
24. Custom Designed Pillows
Add some comfort to the special someone in your life with customizable pillows. These custom-designed pillows feature designs from independent artists that’ll make your gifts completely unique.
25. Personalized Charms
These tiny personalized accent bracelets can make a huge impact. Choose each charm fit for your loved one’s distinct personality and style.
26. Quote Paperweight
Spruce up mom’s desk at Christmas or for her upcoming birthday by preserving a heartfelt quote in an elegant glass paperweight.
27. Vintage Tin Clock
In only a few simple steps transform any vintage tin into an adorable desk clock This is perfect for your DIY-loving friend or as a throwback for mom’s decor.
28. Personalized Flask
Keep every party going with your closest groups of pals by gifting these matching, personalizable flasks. Add the date of a special event for an extra touch.
29. Wooden Arrow Decor
Freshen up those woodworking skills to gift a matching pair of homemade arrows. This stylish, minimalist decor makes a statement in any bedroom, kitchen or living room.
30. Picture-Perfect Coasters
Display a collection of beloved family photos in a set of coasters. Gift to mom and dad with a gift set of glasses or stemware.
31. Personalized Photo Books
Photo books are a great way to relive your past through pictures. Creating personalized photo books gives you an opportunity to catch a glimpse of all the memories that you’ve had and even catch the little details that you forgot about.
32. XOXO Necklace
Simple and classic, show your love for a teen or favorite lady in your life with this gold accent necklace, great for all ages and occasions.
Wrapping Up
Even the smallest present can mean a lot. Take the time to personalize your small gift ideas and watch your loved one’s face light up. Go the extra mile and include a handwritten note on unique stationery with the gift. And make sure to check out our gift finder to pick out the perfect gift for everyone on your gift list.
