Super cool DIY gifts for a boyfriend he’ll actually like and use – the best handmade gifts for him that are unique, easy, practical, and affordable!
In a world where there is too much of everything and it’s all just one click away, is it still possible to give someone a meaningful gift?
Men can be especially difficult to shop for. They usually have everything they need, and they don’t care for impractical gifts.
If you are looking for a meaningful gift for your boyfriend or husband and feel clueless, there is a solution – a DIY gift.
There are numerous benefits of handmade gifts, and they go way beyond being affordable.
A handmade gift will let him feel loved and extra special because of the thought and time you put into making it.
As opposed to mass-produced store-bought stuff, your handmade gift will be one of a kind. You can also personalize it to match his personality and make it even more unique.
There are plenty of DIY gift ideas for men floating around the internet, but unfortunately, a vast majority of them are cheesy and simply suck, so it’s easy to get discouraged.
However, fear not, as I have found 25 cool and practical DIY gift ideas that he will actually like and use.
Whether you are looking for a DIY Christmas, birthday, anniversary, or Valentine’s Day gift for him, I’ve got you covered!
Although this article’s focus is DIY gifts for a boyfriend or husband, the items below will also make great gifts for your dad, brother, or male best friend.
Without further ado, let’s dive into it!
25 DIY Gifts For Boyfriend That Don’t Suck
You can get a tutorial for each product by clicking on the link underneath the picture.
1. DIY Leather Bracelet
These super cool leather bracelets are surprisingly quick and easy to make. You can personalize the color and style to match his personality.
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2. Fibonacci Scarf
Every man needs a stylish scarf, so you can’t go wrong with this one! A good quality scarf handmade with love is a perfect gift.
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3. Scrabble Cuff Links
These cool scrabble cufflinks are super quick and easy to make! You can use his initials or any other letters that have a special meaning for him.
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4. MacGyver-Style Chess Set
All men love their tools, and this ingenious chess set made from nuts and bolts is guaranteed to leave them speechless!
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5. Lego Star Wars Clock
A great gift for any Star Wars fan!
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6. DIY Zen Garden
Buddhist monks created the first Zen gardens in the 6th century. It was first used as a meditative aid and later became a teaching tool for the basic Zen principles and concepts.
Playing with gravel, sand, and stone is a perfect way to relax, slow down, and connect to our inner selves.
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7. Rosemary Pine Beard Balm
This is a great gift idea for a bearded man. It helps to moisturize and condition both the beard and the face and has a great pine and rosemary scent with a slight hint of orange.
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8. Wool iPad Case
This stylish iPad case comes with an exterior back zipper pocket – just the right size to throw a few extra items in, like headphones, a pen, receipts, etc.
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9. Travel Tech Organizer
If he is a fan of travel and tech accessories, he will love this unique handmade travel-tech organizer! It will make his life much easier by allowing him to neatly organize all the little bits and pieces, such as the power cords and connector cables that accompany his favorite devices.
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10. Leather Cuff
This super stylish leather cuff is very easy and quick to make.
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11. Giant Jenga Game
This giant Jenga will leave him speechless! It’s the perfect yard game to play outside at BBQs.
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12. Homemade Whipped Eucalyptus Shaving Cream
Homemade beauty products are becoming increasingly popular for many reasons. You can control the ingredients and scents; they are often cheaper than store-bought products, and they make perfect gifts!
He will love this homemade whipped eucalyptus shaving cream so much that there is a serious risk you will have to make it for him every time he runs out.
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13. Leather-Trimmed Laptop Case
Everyone needs a laptop case, and it’s always a great gift idea. But why buy him a boring, mass-produced piece when you can make a unique one yourself?
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14. Watch Stand
A watch stand is another fantastic gift for him, especially when it’s homemade.
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15. Stamped Leather Tie Clip
A very thoughtful little gift for a guy who wears ties.
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16. “52 Things I Love About You” Deck Of Cards
A great Valentine’s Day gift idea for him that will make him feel loved and appreciated. It will also work great as an anniversary gift.
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17. Bottle Opener
This cool DIY bottle opener has a box that will catch the bottle caps!
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18. Buffalo Check Rosemary Soap
This homemade manly soap is a very practical gift that will definitely get used.
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19. Comic Book Coasters
A fantastic gift idea for a nerdy comic book lover!
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20. DIY Mouse Pad
He will be seriously impressed with the quality and style of this DIY leather mouse pad.
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21. Crochet Slippers
A great Christmas gift idea for him because every man needs a pair of good slippers!
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22. Leather Luggage Tags
If you are in a long-distance relationship, this thoughtful little gift will make traveling to see you much more enjoyable for him.
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23. Travel Toiletries Bag
A thoughtful and practical gift that he will use on his travels.
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24. Jack Daniel’s Soap Dispenser
Because why would he use a regular boring soap dispenser when he can use this super cool Jack Daniel’s one?
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25. Jenga Keychain
Another Jenga-themed gift your guy will love and use every day!
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I hope you have enjoyed this post and it has inspired you to make some awesome DIY gifts for your man!
Thanks for stopping by!
Magda
xoxo
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