There’s nothing worse than realising, a week before Christmas, that you’ve forgotten to buy a gift for someone. Frantically searching online for presents, only to find you’ve missed the cut-off for delivery before Christmas, is stress you don’t need. But you don’t need to fret, last-minute Christmas gifts can be made if you’re not able to order them in time. We have a list of perfect handmade gifts you can make for your loved ones. Handmade gifts are often more personal, and the fact that they can be done last minute is a bonus. Keep reading to see what amazing last-minute Christmas gifts you can create.

You can make wonderful gifts with Cricut Mug Press. It’s quick, easy, and your mugs will look professional. All you need is a Cricut Blank Mug and Cricut Infusible Ink Sheet or Infusible Ink Pens.

Steps:

1. Choose your materials. Select Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets or Infusible Ink Pens & Markers and a compatible blank Cricut mug.

2. Make your design. Cut Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets or draw with Infusible Ink Pens & Markers using laser copy paper. A mug template is available in the Cricut Design Space.

3. Apply heat. Infuse your design into your Cricut mug with Cricut Mug Press.

4. Wait for the progress bar to fill up and then carefully remove your Cricut mug.

5. You’re ready to make a lovely cup of tea in your new mug! 

In five simple steps, you’ll have a wonderful professional mug created for your friends and family. You can make it as personal as you want, and you can be sure they will love it.

There’s nothing more personal than giving someone a scrapbook full of your favourite memories together. All you need is a beautiful scrapbook like the All-Purpose Scrapbook with Ribbon Tie, some pens, and glue. You may also want to grab your printer and some photo paper to print your photos on. Take your creativity to the next level, using washi tape and coloured card. There are so many different scrapbooking accessories available you can really make the scrapbook personal. It’s a perfect gift, and one that can be made last-minute, but no one will know!

Bullet journals are a must-have for anyone who loves to be organised going into the new year. They are frequently used as diaries, mindfulness journals and even a place to write your to-do list. Bullet journals are a deeply personal item and giving someone a personalised one is a wonderful gift.

In order to fully personalise the cover of the bullet journal, you’ll need to grab your favourite Cricut machine and some Smart Vinyl.

Steps:

1. Make your design in Cricut Design space or import it.

2. Insert the Smart Vinyl into the machine and cut it.

3. Weed the design if needed.

4. Carefully place the design on the cover of the bullet journal.

5. Push out any air bubbles.

It’s so easy to create a really thoughtful gift for a family member, and it can be done last minute.

For passionate bakers, the gift of a recipe in a jar is perfect. It is also a great gift to put together at the last minute. You’ll need an airtight storage jar that you can label with a Cricut Machine and Smart Labels, glass is best.

Steps:

1. Choose an easy to follow recipe with basic ingredients, such as a chocolate chip cookie recipe.

2. Measure out all of the ingredients.

3. Carefully place the ingredients into the jar. Make sure to create defined layers and add the ingredients in the order they will be needed.

4. Seal the jar and make sure nothing comes out of it.

5. Label the jar using your chosen Cricut machine.

6. Add a little ribbon to make it look even prettier.

7. Write out the recipe using a nice calligraphy pen and some art card. Tie the recipe to the jar using twine or ribbon.

8. Pop the recipe jar into a gift bag with some tissue paper and it’s ready to be delivered!

You can't go wrong with this gift, especially if you choose their favourite recipe.

There are so many easy, last-minute gifts that can be put together, that still feel thoughtful. Ryman has Christmas covered, you can find everything you need for the festive season on our website. Try not to leave gifts to the last minute if you can! If you’re in need of Christmas inspiration, follow us on Instagram.