21 DIY Teacher Christmas Gifts (Cute and Practical Ideas)

Looking for thoughtful 21 DIY teacher Christmas gifts? These cute and practical Christmas gift ideas for teachers include classroom supplies, useful gift cards, free printable tags, and simple homemade treats. As a former teacher, I especially appreciate gifts that are useful, personal, and easy for families to put together.

DIY Teacher Christmas Gifts collage featuring a Santa boot gift cup, candy sleigh, snowman hot cocoa gift, homemade bath bomb, and festive chocolate treats.

Christmas Teacher Gift Ideas

If you’re looking for a last-minute Christmas gift for a teacher, start with one of these easy ideas. Some are useful in the classroom, while others are small ways to say thank you during the holidays.

Christmas Gifts for Teachers from Students

When students and families choose a gift together, useful classroom supplies, a thoughtful gift card, or a small homemade present are all lovely options. Here are a few practical ideas to consider.

an electric pencil sharpener
gift cards from Starbucks, Target, and Barnes & Noble
school supplies
classroom decorations
containers
hand sanitizer
gift cards to their favorite place
a movie night gift package

DIY Teacher Christmas Gifts

1. DIY Santa Boot Gift Cup

Homemade red Santa boot gift cup filled with Christmas treats

This little Santa boot makes a festive homemade gift for teachers. Fill it with candy or tuck a gift card inside for a sweet holiday surprise. See my Santa boot gift cup craft for the details.

2. Giant Candy Sleigh Christmas Gift

Giant Christmas candy sleigh made from packaged candy

A giant candy sleigh makes a fun Christmas surprise! Fill it with favorite candies and tuck in a gift card for an extra treat. See my giant candy sleigh for the details.

3. A Ruler Wreath for Teacher

Ruler wreath craft made as a Christmas gift for a teacher

It’s not under the title of practical, because the rulers are cut in half! But how beautiful this would be outside a teacher’s door! So sweet! From The Polka Dot Chair

4. Whisk Teacher Gift

Whisk filled with chocolate kisses as a DIY teacher Christmas gift

Originally shared by Coupons & Freebies Mom. Unfortunately, the original tutorial is no longer available.

5. Thank You for Helping Me Grow Plant Gift

Potted plant teacher gift idea with a thank-you theme

This thoughtful plant gift can be adapted for Christmas by choosing a festive poinsettia and adding a little “Thank You for Helping Me Grow” note. The original tutorial shows a different plant, but the gift idea works for the holidays too. See my potted plant teacher gift idea for the details.

Homemade Christmas Gifts for Teachers

6. Homemade Bath Bombs for Teachers

Homemade bath bombs are a fun gift kids can help prepare with adult supervision. Package them in a little gift bag for a relaxing holiday treat. See my homemade bath bombs for the details.

7. DIY Homemade Bath Salts

Colorful homemade bath salts packaged as a gift

These layered bath salts make a pretty homemade teacher gift. Add a ribbon and gift tag to the container for Christmas. See my DIY homemade bath salts for the details.

8. Snowman Hot Chocolate Spoons

Snowman hot chocolate spoon decorated for winter

These cute snowman hot chocolate spoons are a cozy homemade Christmas treat. Package one with a mug or hot chocolate mix for a teacher gift. See my snowman hot chocolate spoons for the details.

9. Christmas Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Chocolate covered pretzels with Christmas sprinkles and chocolate drizzle

Chocolate covered pretzels with festive sprinkles and drizzled chocolate make a simple, delicious teacher gift. Package them in a holiday treat bag or box. See my chocolate covered pretzels for the details.

Printable Teacher Gifts for Christmas

10. Santa-Tizer Teacher Christmas Gift

hand sanitizer teacher gift for Christmas

Originally featured by Practically Living. For a printable you can use, see my Santa-Tizer teacher gift tags.

Here’s a Santa-Tizer printable for larger bottles – Click Here

11. Pitcher Gift Idea and Printable for Teacher

Lemonade pitcher teacher appreciation gift with a thank-you printable

Buy a pitcher for holding drinks and include this cute printable

12. Hand Soap Printable

Teachers love hand soap! Find this idea and hand soap printable at Mama Cheaps

13. Hand Soap Printable Teacher Gift Idea

Soap from Eighteen 25– always a good teacher gift

14. Restaurant Printables for Teacher Gifts

Find these fun restaurant Printables for a teacher’s gift. Here at Skip to My Lou

15. Target Printable for Teacher

printable Target gift card holder for teacher

Teachers love shopping at Target. Here’s a free Target Gift Card Holder from Mama Cheaps

Practical Classroom Gifts

16. Tower of School Supplies for Teacher

Christmas teacher gift idea school supplies

Give the gift of essential school supplies to your teacher and help them in the coming year.

Originally shared by My Little Me. Unfortunately, the original tutorial is no longer available.

17. Wrapping Paper Teacher Gift

wrapping paper teacher gift idea for Christmas

Your teacher will love the extra wrapping paper and tape at Christmas-time.

Find the original wrapping paper gift idea, poem, and printable at It’s Always Craft Time.

18. Container Teacher Bundle

Teachers can use this container for the classroom and enjoy all of the goodies inside. Find this idea at Viva Veltoro

19. Movie Gift for Teacher

Find this Movie Pack idea at Tatertots & Jello

20. Sharpie Teacher Gift Printable

Teachers can always use more markers – Find this idea at The Happy Scraps

21. Dry Erase Markers for Teacher Idea and Printable

Teachers always need more dry-erase markers – Find this printable here at Creations by Kara

Whether you choose a homemade treat, a thoughtful printable, or something practical for the classroom, I hope these Christmas gift ideas help you thank a special teacher this holiday season!

~Melissa – KidFriendlyThingsToDo.com