100 Best DIY Teacher Appreciation Gifts (2024)

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Published: Apr 21, 2023 by Stephy Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Show your child’s teacher that you care with one of these DIY teacher appreciation gifts.

From treats and candy gift ideas to printable gift cards and tags, there are a hundred DIY teacher gifts to choose from. Nothing says “thank you” like a thoughtful, homemade gift. These DIY gifts not only show your appreciation but also add a personal touch that can make your kids’ teacher feel extra special.

These DIY teacher gift ideas are not only heartfelt, but they’re also budget-friendly. With some creativity and basic DIY skills, you can make great gift ideas that are both thoughtful and affordable. You can even involve your kid in the gift-making process to make it an extra fun craft project for both of you. Whether you are looking for gifts for Teacher Appreciation Week or Teacher’s Day, there are plenty of fun and easy DIY gift tutorials for any occasion to thank your teachers!

Don’t forget to pair these homemade gifts with one of these free printable teacher appreciation cards.

Food and Drink Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Thanks A Latte from Just Add Confetti

DIY Rolo Pencils from Skip to my Lou

You’re A Lifesaver from It’s Written on the Walls

M&M Candy Treat Tags from Technology Rocks Seriously

Mini Cake from Positively Splendid

Oven Mitt Baking Gifts from Eighteen 25

Cookies in a Jar from Building Your Story

I Donut What I Would Learn Without You from Smart School House

Lemonade Gift in a Jar from Lisa Storms

Starbucks Gifts from Hi Sugarplum

Ice Cream Gift Box from Primarily Speaking

Movie Night Themed Gifts from Mrs. Jones Creation Station

Creative Juice Cup from Tatertots and Jello

Smarties and Lifesaver Candy Cup from B-inspired Mama

Soda-lighted You’re My Teacher Printable from Tammy Michell

Chocolate Candy Bars for Teachers from Artsy Momma

Thanks A Bundt’ch from Eighteen 25

You’ve Blown My Mind Candy Jar from Thirty Handmade Days

Homemade Bread Gift with Free Printable Tag from Creations by Kara

Personalized Pencil Drink Sleeve from Finding Pins and Needles

Orange You Glad It’s Almost Summer Gift Basket from Shaken Together

Affordable Iced Tea Teacher Cup from Everyday Savvy

Jar of Sunshine from Happy Go Lucky

5 Minute Coffee Gift from Bren Did

Extra Mile Gum Gift from The Penny Wise Mama

School Supplies Gift Ideas for Teachers

Teacher’s Appreciation Day Free Printable Gift Tag from The Cents’able Shoppin

Hands Down Best Teacher from Eighteen 25

Rubber Band Ball from Tried and True

Mason Jar Craft for Teachers from Pink When

Glitter Pencil Mason Jar Gifts from A Pumpkin and A Princess

Tin Can Pencil Holder from Liz on Call

Printable Highlight of My Year Appreciation Gift for Teachers from Love The Day

“In Good Hands” Soap Tag from PTO Today

The Highlight of the School Sharpie Gift (source unknown)

Apple Mason Jar for Teacher’s Desk from Tilly’s Nest

Flower Pencils from My Mommy World

Remarkable Teacher Expo Markers from Fluttering Through First Grade

Hand Sanitizer Tags from Our Thrifty Ideas

Paper Blooms for Washi Pencils from Skip to My Lou

Post Note Appreciation Gift from The Happy Scraps

Dry Erase Marker Gifts for Teacher from The Happy Scraps

Sharpie Gift with Printable Gift Tag from Design. Wash. Rinse. Repeat.

Teacher’s Emergency Kit from 36th Avenue

Last Minute Teacher Gift from The Happy Scraps

Teacher’s Emergency Stash from Eighteen 25

Teacher Survival Kit from Tried & True

Crayon Pencil Vase from Pumpkin and A Princess

Sharpie Printable Tags from The Review Wire

Pencil Holder from Gingersnap Crafts

DIY Teacher Gift Card Holders

Free Printable Gift Card Holders for Teachers from Prudent Penny Pincher

EOS Apple Gift from The Suburban Mom

Target Gift Holder from Landeelu

Teacher Appreciation Printables from Crazy Little Projects

Thanks A Latte Gift Card from Prudent Penny Pincher

Printable Gift Card Holders for Teachers from Hip2Save

Gift Card Printable from Productive Pete

End of the School Year Gifts from Skip to My Lou

Other Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Printable Teacher Tags from Prudent Penny Pincher

DIY Pencil Shoes from The Keeper of the Cheerios

Nail File and Polish Gifts from She’s Kinda Crafty

You’re the Balm from Instagram

Mani-Thanks Printable Tag from Lolly Jane

Have A Toe-Rific Summer from The Resourceful Mama

Sugar Scrub Teacher Tags from Balancing Home

Fun in the Sun End of the Year Gifts from Skip to My Lou

Thank You Printable from The Suburban Mom

Monogram Crayon Framed Art for Teacher from Workman Family

Apple Mason Jar from 36th Avenue

Book Page Apple from Hymns and Verses

DIY Apple String Art from Lily Ardor

Crayon Chalkboard Wreath from A Pumpkin and A Princess

Monogram Crayon Wreath for Classroom Door from Fancy Frugal Life

Dollar Tree DIY Apple Pot from The Krazy Coupon Lady

Plant Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Teacher Flower Box from Shanty 2 Chic

Succulents for Teachers from First Grade Roundup

Thanks for Helping Me Grow from Reality Daydream

Helping Me Grow Plant Poem Printable for Teachers from The Crafting Chicks

Thank You Herbs from A Night Owl

Teacher Flower Pot Gift from Giggles Galore

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