27 DIY Christmas Gifts for Anyone Who Surprises You with a Present

These sized-down versions of gingerbread houses work double-duty: they're a fun afternoon activity and an easy spur-of-the-moment gift! Get the directions from Modern Pilgrim.

With this cute packing idea, a pan of brownies becomes at least 10 impromtu gifts that are a sure crowd-pleaser. Get the directions from The Keeper of the Cheerios.

You don't need fancy equipment or tons of patience to create big batches of chocolates that will please all your unexpected guests. Get the recipe and directions from This Grandma Is Fun.

Pop these beauties on top of mason jars filled with all the delicious fixins for hot cocoa! Get the directions from Smart School House.

Whip up a big batch of these sweet and salty snacks for the holidays, then pack a handful into a colorful pencil holder whenever a surprise visitor comes by! Get the recipe from Tastes Better from Scratch.

Leftover nail polish creates a stunning design on Dollar Store mugs that never would have guessed you could recreate at home. Get the directions from The Sweetest Occasion.

Treat everyone to a mini at-home spa treatment for their tired, sore muscles! Keep a variety of patterns on-hand to match to people's personalities. Get the directions from Dreaming in DIY.

Magic can be made with just a couple bottle caps, spray paint, and--of course--a touch of glitter! Get the directions from I Am a Homemaker.

Schedule a Christmas movie marathon and grab some yarn, because you can whip up each of these adorable accessories in half an hour! Get the directions from Cute DIY Projects.

Pack a couple baking tools and a Mason jar filled with the dry ingredients for chocolate chip cookies in an oven mitt for a sweet surprise for your guests. Get the directions from Family Holiday.

Keep these wrapped Pringles cans around so you can quickly wrap up a dozen cookies for any unexpected guests that come knocking. Get the directions from Fun Squared.

They'll love this faux pineapple from the outside and from the inside once they discover the hidden wine bottle! Get the directions from I Do Myself.

Simple decorations and a color-themed snack inside, and these Mason jars are ready for spur-of-the-moment gifting. Get the directions from Chelsea's Messy Apron.

A simple but stunning design in gold is a crowd-pleaser that you can count on, no matter who drops by with surprise gifts. Get the directions from Bren Did.

A little styrofoam and festively colored tea packets transform into adorable trees in a matter of minutes. Get the directions from Thirsty for Tea.

All you need is some ribbon and crafting tubes to make the ingredients for fancy hot chocolate feel like an expensive gift. Get the directions from Hoosier Homemade.

A couple drug store beauty staples and some quality chocolate, and this is one seriously cute care package! Get even more cute ideas for your slippers from Pretty Providence.

Surprise your guests with an at-home spa treatment (that's easy for you to make in bulk)! Get the directions from Sunlit Spaces.

What happens when you mix peppermint, pine, and cinnamon? Why Christmas, of course. And this simple potpourri is easy to make and give. All you need are peppermint candies, a few sprigs from your Christmas tree, and cinnamon sticks. Put them in a pretty jar and you're done. The recipient can plop the ingredients in a saucepan with water and simmer to get her house smelling holiday-like.

Get more sweet-smelling recipes--and labels--from Delia Creates

Pet owners are always in need of playthings, since dogs thrive on novelty as much as kids do. The only supplies you really need for these festive toys are socks. Even though the pooch may not care whether its toy is red and green, its owner will appreciate the touch of holiday cheer.

Find the step-by-step instructions over at Prettyfluffy.com.

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Caramel sauce from one ingredient that you can make in your Crock-Pot? Yes, indeed. Make the sauce, put it in a pretty jam jar, and eight hours of slow-cooking later, you've got a pretty gift to give on its own or as part of a gift basket.

Get printable labels plus the super-simple instructions from Boxwood Avenue.

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Nothing says "HOLIDAYS" quite so much as a gingerbread house. The lovely bloggers at Stylemepretty have put together the step-by-step instructions and recipes. Or you can cut corners a bit by buying pre-made icing and boxed gingerbread mix.

This handmade present is great for anyone, from your child's teacher to the neighbor who stopped by bearing fruitcake. And you can even de-girlify the spa essentials inside to give to, say, your nephew. The concept is simple: Buy a container (a Mason jar works perfectly), then place some travel-size bath and beauty products inside it, mixing drugstore items with higher-end brands from places like Sephora. You can pick a theme--or not.

For ideas on what to put inside, check out The Gunny Sack.

With all the sugary treats around at this time of year, it's nice to nosh on something that's deliciously tangy and tart--not to mention good for you. What better way to share the health than with these clementine wreaths. They are a cinch to make--and you can make several to have on hand or to take as presents to party hosts.

Get the step-by-step at Omiyage blogs.

For the book-lovers in your life there can be no better present than these pretty bookmarks. All you need are buttons, paperclips, and a hot-glue gun. Done. Find the super-simple how-to over at i heart naptime.

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Pretty jars make whatever is inside them special--from beauty items to perfect cupcakes. For this show-stopper, all you need is a mason jar and a cupcake, bought or baked. Make several of these; then store them in a cool place to bring out for unexpected visitors.

Get more info at Nelliebellie.

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without a sleigh or two under the tree--or candy. This DIY gift combines these two holiday faves. Plus, one is such a snap to put together--and so fun--you'll want to make a dozen to hand out to folks of all ages. After all, who doesn't LOVE sweets?

Mouse over to Ellyn's Place for the instructions.