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Best DIY Christmas Hostess Gifts

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Don’t show up to holiday parties empty-handed. From handmade drink coasters to tasty peppermint bark, I’ve got the best DIY Christmas hostess gifts! These holiday hostess gift ideas also double as Christmas or New Year’s Eve party favors too. 

Best Christmas Hostess Gifts

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Best DIY Christmas Hostess Gifts

22 of the best DIY Christmas hostess gifts. From homemade rubs to sweet dessert gifts, this list will spoil any holiday hostess.

1

DIY Sangria Kit

Photo Credit: fantabulosity.com

So easy to put together, and the drink dispenser can be used again and again! 

2

DIY Photo Coasters

A clever way to put a personal touch on a hostess gift.

3

Brownie Batter Truffles 

Photo Credit: honestandtruly.com

These simple truffles include edible brownie batter for a decadently rich treat. 

4

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix 

Photo Credit: snappygourmet.com

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe including 3 flavors, Original, Mexican, and Peppermint.

5

Baileys Hot Cocoa 

Photo Credit: sunnysweetdays.com

Boozy hot cocoa?? Yes, please! This mix is absolutely perfect for cold winter days after playing outside with the kids or just chilling in front of the fire.

6

Peppermint Sugar Mason Jar 

Photo Credit: mamalikestocook.com

Peppermint sugar is good to stir into coffee or tea. Just add it like you would regular sugar, but you’ll get to taste the mint along with the sweetness. 

7

Homemade Peppermint Candle

Photo Credit: mamalikesthis.com

The peppermint-scented candle smells fantastic!

8

Mason Jar Candy Gift

A clever way to gift candy in a mason jar!

9

A Unique Way to Give a Giftcard 

Never gift a gift card the same way again!

10

DIY Reusable Tea Bags

Photo Credit: happiestcamper.com

Customize these reusable tea bags!

11

Homemade Apple Cider Vinegar

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Once your homemade apple cider vinegar is ready, you can bottle it up in a Mason jar or re-purpose a fancy liquor bottle.

12

Candied Nuts 

Photo Credit: www.rhiansrecipes.com

A satisfying snack that takes less than 10 minutes to make!

13

Boozy RumChata Hot Chocolate

Photo Credit: sunnysweetdays.com

If you haven’t tried Rum Chata yet, it tastes a lot like Cinnamon Toast Crunch.

14

Orange Clove Pomander

Photo Credit: www.holesinyoursocks.com

These smell amazing and last a nice long time.

15

No-Sew Wine Bottle Wrap

Photo Credit: thehappierhomemaker.com

An easy way to dress up those wine bottles with a no-sew tea towel wine bottle wrap!

16

Spicy Roasted Cashew Nuts 

Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

Raw cashews are mixed with spices such as cumin and paprika and roasted to crunchy perfection.

17

Jamaican Curry Powder 

Photo Credit: recipesfromapantry.com

In less than 15 minutes, you can have your very own homemade Jamaican curry powder.

18

Keto Rotisserie Chicken Rub

Photo Credit: www.tastygalaxy.com

Make this delicious rub and place it in a mason jar!

19

Easy & Healthy Peanut Butter Balls

Photo Credit: www.therisingspoon.com

Warning: Your hostess may get addicted to these.

20

Rosemary, Orange & Thyme Flavored Herb Salt

Photo Credit: www.therisingspoon.com

You can even use it for natural personal care products like salt scrubs & bath soaks. Fix a batch today in less than an hour.

21

Primitive & Peppermint Snowman Candle DIY

Photo Credit: pinkfortitude.com

An all-natural candle that looks and smells amazing.

22

Vegan Peppermint Bark

Photo Credit: pinkfortitude.com

A crowd-pleasing dessert that you can't put it down.

23

Dark Chocolate Pecan Toffee Bark

Photo Credit: thetoastykitchen.com

This Dark Chocolate Pecan Toffee Bark is calling your name – it’s rich, decadent, and easy to make. Dark chocolate is filled with chopped pecans and toffee pieces. Ready in just twenty minutes.

Remember to pin these homemade DIY gift ideas

If you love these gift items, you will love all the ones I am pinning right now. Follow me on Pinterest for more DIY projects and delicious recipes.

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❤️ I see Valentine’s Day gifts in the stores ❤️ I see Valentine’s Day gifts in the stores now so here we go... Save this no bake Valentine’s Day Puppy Chow recipe. So easy the kids can help you. Beware though they may try to sneak some bites and so will you. Recipe in link or at ModernMomLife.com
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