Maker Gifts
Do you know a DIYer who loves tinkering with technology or tools? Then the gifts on this list are sure to be a hit!
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Create Your Own Video Game Set
Help the gamer in your life go old-school with this create your own video game set! The maker on your list can create their own creative games or download and play existing ones.
3D Printer
Imagine what the maker in your life could create with this 3D printer! This printer has great precision, it’s easy to assemble, and is a great for beginners.
The Big Book of Maker Space Projects
This easy-to-follow guide features dozens of DIY, low-cost projects that will help inspire them to dream up and build their own creations. It includes 51 different projects for all budgets!
Candle Making Kit
It makes no scents for maker to keep buying pre-made candles! Get them this DIY candle making kit so they can make their own instead.
This set is perfect for beginners. The kit includes natural soy wax, candle jars and tins, fragrance oils, wax dye, candle labels, wicks, a melting pot and more!
Make Your Own Guitar Pick Punch
Help them turn unwanted plastic (like expired credit cards, used up gift cards, and IDs) into custom guitar picks with this pick maker tool. Perfect for musicians that love a good DIY activity!
Make: Wearable Electronics Guide
Perfect for makers new to wearable tech, this book introduces them to the tools, materials, and techniques for creating interactive electronic circuits and embedding them in clothing and other things you can wear.
Create Your Own Photo Flashlight
The maker on your list will love this photo flashlight. They can instantly project family pictures and other favorite snapshots onto every surface they can find.
Cricut Maker 3
The Cricut is a DIYer’s dream machine! This Cricut can cut a variety of materials to make creating so much easier. Help them take their projects to the next level with this handy machine!
Bluetooth Speaker Box Kit
The maker in your life can build their own Bluetooth speaker with this fun kit. This DIY Bluetooth speaker allows them to discover how speakers work through the process of building their own.
Wood Carving Kit
Do you know a maker who would like to learn a new hobby? Consider giving them this starter whittling kit for beginner adults. The kit includes 1 cherry and 1 basswood wood block, a super sharp whittling knife, sharpening supplies, a bird template, 3 types of sandpaper and tutorials.
Seriously, I Can Make That
Help the DIYer let the world know they can make anything! This fun t-shirt is available in four different base colors and in men’s women’s and youth sizes.
Build Your Own Bluetooth and FM Radio
This kit has everything needed to assemble a fully working radio, including an FM tuner, ports for USB and aux cables, and Bluetooth connectivity! Just follow the instructions, use the included glue, and they’ll be rocking out in less than an hour.
Ukulele DIY Kit
Building their own musical instrument will be a fun project for the maker on your list! This kit includes everything they need to make a working ukulele. This gift will hit all the right notes.
DIY Drones
Give this book to the maker in your life so they can design, build, and customize their very own drones! This fun guide shows them step-by-step how to construct powerful drones from inexpensive parts, how to add personalized features, and everything else they need to become a full-fledged pilot. The book also walks them through the FAA licensing process and takes a look at advanced concepts like artificial intelligence and autonomous flight.
Create Your Own Board Game
Any DIYer will love this challenge! This kit includes everything they’ll need to make their very own board game, including 1 blank game board (20” x 20”), 1 blank storage box with lid, 116 blank playing cards, 1 blank spinner, 4 blank dice, 2 6-sided dice, 1 50-page notepad, 1 blank sheet for rules, 1 60-second timer, 6 colored pawn pieces, 1 drawstring bag, 8 blank player pieces with stands.
Label Maker Machine
This label maker is a great gift for the maker in your life. Create stickers or labels in a snap. No heat, electricity, or messy glue required.
Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Making Kit
Future home vintners will rejoice when they receive this gift! Everything is included in this kit to make one gallon (approximately five bottles) of robust California Cabernet Sauvignon.
This set takes out the guesswork to ensure a successful first attempt. If you’re lucky, you may even be invited back to try the wine after it completes the fermentation process.
Laminator
Stick with this gift and the maker in your life will love it. Every maker needs a laminator! This laminator has two heated rollers that will create high quality professional, bubble and wrinkle-free results. It can even be used to safely laminate photos.
Ceramic Mug Kit
Can’t find the perfect mug for the maker in your life? No worries - get them this ceramic mug DIY kit instead so they can create their own perfect mug!