Baby showers are a beautiful celebration of new life being brought into this world. So, you’ll want to make sure the gift you’re bringing is something special.
You can always grab something off the registry, but making something yourself will have sentimental value that you just can’t get from something you buy in the store. It’s also something that the mom-to-be, and maybe even her child, will never forget.
Here are some DIY ideas for the ultimate baby shower gifts.
DIY Car Seat Cover
These DIY car seat covers are breathable and will protect baby from sun, wind and the cold. It also gives them a cozy space separate from the noisy outside world. You can also use it as a nursing pad. Learn how to make it here.
Mermaid Tail/Shark Blanket
This is a really spectacular DIY gift for those who know how to crochet or sew. Mermaids are all the rage right now and this is the cutest baby blanket we’ve seen. You can make one for mommy and baby.
Learn how to make the crochet mermaid version here and the crochet shark blanket here. You can find a tutorial on how to make a fleece blanket for a child and their doll here.
Cupcake Washcloths
Every new mom can use some washcloths. Creating these cupcake wash cloths offer an adorable way to present these to the mom-to-be. Get the directions are here.
Baby Mobile
You can make a really high end looking baby mobile all on your own. There are tons of ideas for these online and you can basically make anything you can dream up.
You can even customize the mobile to match whatever the mother has planned as the theme for the baby’s room. You can learn how to make the one below here.
Baby Sock/Clothing Bouquet
This is super easy to make. No sewing or crocheting required! All you do is roll up baby socks or clothing and piece them together to make a darling little bouquet. Learn how to make it here.
Butterfly/Snail Baby Cake
Everyone has seen the traditional tiered baby diaper cake, but this is a fun and unique spin on it. You will find the directions on how to make it here. If you’re not into butterflies you can learn how to make a snail here.
Faux Vest Onesie With Interchangeable Bow Ties
This idea is perfect for making a baby look like the perfect little gentlemen. Learn how to make this faux vest onesie with bow ties that you can switch out here.
Height Charts
This is a fantastically unique idea that’s fairly simple to make. You can learn to make the simple one below here, but check out Pinterest for some ways to make these a lot cuter.
The plainer versions, however, ensure that they will remain useful as the child’s room decor changes over the years. You can also use this one to chart multiple children’s growth.
Baby Headbands
The best part about this adorable gift is that they don’t require sewing. You can even add the embellishments of your choosing, like rhinestones. Learn how to make them here.
Customized Onesies
There are endless ways you can customize a onesie. You can add the baby’s name or put the logo of the mother’s favorite band on it. All you’ll need is a computer, a printer, and some iron-on t-shirt transfer paper.
Lovey Tag Blanket
Babies can explore textures and find comfort in these adorable lovey tag blankets. Learn how to make them here.
Door Latch Covers
When you’ve finally got your baby to go to sleep, the last thing you’ll want is to wake that baby up when you close the door. The door latch covers cover the door lock so you can quietly get in ad out of your babies room.
As they get older, these latches will prevent your child from locking themselves in a room. Learn how to make them here.
Lactation Cookies
Help the mother-to-be feed their baby with these lactation cookies that will help the mother keep up or increase their milk supply
Fabric Book
Your baby can learn colors, shapes, and textures from this adorable DIY book that is safe for baby to play with on their own. You’ll find the tutorial here.
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