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30+ Unique Hand Painted Gift Ideas

Hand painted and customized gifts are a passion of mine!


Not only because I love to create and I consider myself an artist.....but because GIVING is my love language!



I have put together a curated list of unique and inspiring hand painted gift ideas in hopes to make your holiday gift giving not only a little bit easier....but a lot more exciting!

I've included over 30 gift ideas!! I would love if you'd check out all the gift ideas but if you are looking for something specific, feel free to jump to the section that speaks to you the most!


Enjoy!



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WEARABLE Hand-Painted Gift Ideas


Custom Painted Denim Jackets

Painted denim jackets are not only fun to create....but they can easily be personalized!

I have SO many blogs filled with inspiration and I will list a few for you here: Hop on over to any one of these blogs BELOW for more details and photos.


Painted Gift Ideas - customized denim jackets by Traceys Fancy

DIY painted gift ideas - sports themed painted denim jacket by Traceys Fancy

DIY hand painted gift ideas - storytelling denim jacket by Traceys Fancy

DIY hand painted gift ideas - guardian angel denim jacket by Traceys Fancy

Painted Overalls/Jeans

Overalls are a hot item right now and there is so much opportunity to create these for someone you know well and really play into their personality! Here are a few of my favorites for you. Click on any photo below for the full blog with more photos and details.


DIY painted gift ideas - painted overalls by Traceys Fancy

DIY hand painted gift ideas - fall pumpkin overalls by Traceys Fancy

DIY hand painted gift ideas - florals and feathers denim jeans by Traceys Fancy

Hand Painted Shoes

Yep....you can paint shoes! The kids and moms really love these! Maybe a mommy and me painted gift for the holidays? More photos and DIY details are available in the full blog BELOW.


DIY hand painted gift ideas - canvas cheer shoes by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - whimsical shoes by Traceys Fancy

 
 

diy hand painted gift ideas - school spirt shoes by Traceys Fancy
 

If you would like even more instruction, I offer a full tutorial on how to achieve these wearable denim and canvas gift ideas!


 

Hand-Painted Gift Ideas FOR KIDS


Hand Painted Gumball Machines

Oh I have way too many to share here....but let me show you a few that the kids in your life will LOVE! Hop on over to any one of these blogs BELOW for more details and photos.


diy hand painted gift ideas - boho gumball machines by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - elf gumball machine by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - princess gumball machine by Traceys Fancy
 
 

This is a really easy painted gift idea....all you need is the shoe size and a little bit of paint to sling!


diy hand painted gift ideas - splatter painted converse shoes by Traceys Fancy

Maybe you have grandpa's tool chest or military trunk that you could dress up to pass down to the grandkids!


diy hand painted gift ideas - memory box by Traceys Fancy

 

HOSTESS Hand-Painted Gift Ideas


This is a gift that impresses every single time! A hand painted FULL bottle of wine as a thank you to the hostess of the party!


diy hand painted gift ideas - hostess wine bottles by Traceys Fancy
 
 

Charcuterie boards are all the rage. Why not show up with one that you've custom painted for the hostess!


diy hand painted gift ideas - custom breadboard by Traceys Fancy

These gorgeous hand painted tea pots make the best vases! Why not show up to your next holiday party with a floral filled custom painted tea pot for the hostess!


diy hand painted gifts - harlequin painted tea pot by Traceys Fancy

This particular ornament is a must see....and while it is jumbo in size....a smaller version in a pretty box with a red bow makes a great hostess gift!


diy hand painted gift ideas - hand painted jumbo ornament by Traceys Fancy

 

Hand-Painted Gift Ideas for your MOM, Grandma, Teacher, Sister or Friend


Custom Painted Tea Set

The silver plated tea sets of yesterday can now be thrifted and curated into gorgeous sets of today....with just a little hand painted love!


I've painted Disney themed to Steampunk......all you need is a little inspiration and I've got that for you here! Hop on over to any one of these blogs BELOW for more details and photos.


diy hand painted gift ideas - Mickey Tea Set by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - steam punk tea set by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - queen of hearts tea set by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - colorful tea set by Traceys Fancy
 

The Art of Whimsical Tea Sets

I offer a full tutorial on how to paint tea sets for a clean lasting finish every time!


 

Trays make great centerpieces and we all know how much mom likes a good centerpiece option!


diy hand painted gift ideas - serving tray by Traceys Fancy

A few thrifted candlesticks hand painted by YOU and made into a set to give to your favorite gal will win you some major points!


diy hand painted gift ideas - high end candle stick set by Traceys Fancy

 

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These jars make beautiful centerpieces, candy stations and even bath salt holders!


diy hand painted gift ideas - painted apothecary jars by Traceys Fancy

 

Hand-Painted Gift Ideas for your favorite COOK


Custom Painted Knife Blocks

No more boring knife blocks in your favorite cooks kitchen!


Click on any photo below for the full blog with more photos and details.


diy hand painted gift ideas - faux cement knife block by Traceys Fancy

diy hand painted gift ideas - checked knife block by Traceys Fancy

And let's not forget the custom painted apron options!


diy hand painted gift ideas - hand painted cactus aprons by Traceys Fancy

They may ask you to paint all their appliances after you gift them this!


diy hand painted gift ideas - vintage mixer by Traceys Fancy

This was actually stained...not painted....and talk about a quick and easy gift!


diy hand painted gift ideas - hand painted lazy susan by Traceys Fancy

 

I honestly could continue to curate hand painted gift ideas until the cows come home but I'll stop here for now!


I hope you found something here that sparked your imagination...or made you think of someone you know that you'd like to create something for!


Trust me when I say.....your friends and family will cherish a gift made by your hands.....and from your heart!


 

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