If giving gift cards feels impersonal, add a thoughtful touch with one of these 25+ DIY gift card holders that the recipient is sure to adore!
Ah, the classic holiday question: are gift cards a lifesaver for busy last-minute shoppers or an impersonal option chosen by the unimaginative?
I’m firmly in favor of gift card fans, particularly amid the festive rush. After all, who wouldn’t appreciate the freedom to select their own present?
But before you claim I’m choosing the simplest option, let me reveal a little trick that transforms a gift card into a thoughtful keepsake – DIY gift card holders!
Consider this: yes, a gift card is wonderful (hello, Starbucks!), but tucked into a handmade holder, it feels like saying, “I thought about you twice!”
This isn’t about concealing the fact that you selected a gift card; it’s about turning it into a piece of art. It’s the difference between giving someone a loose card and presenting it in a holder that announces, “I made this especially for you!”
So, if you’re a gift card giver feeling slightly guilty, you can relax. I’ve assembled a charming collection of more than 20 gift card holder ideas that are just as enjoyable to create as they are to present.
These are far from ordinary holders; they’re tiny works of art, made with care and sure to bring a grin to even the pickiest recipient.
So, are you ready to refresh your gift card giving this Christmas? Are you set to become the person whose present is remembered for its thoughtful extra detail? Naturally, you are!
Scroll below to discover these inspiring Christmas gift card holder ideas, then choose the one that connects with you. You’ll be surprised by how such a simple detail can enhance your gift-giving style.
Let’s get creative and share some holiday joy, one beautifully wrapped gift card at a time!
Gift Card Holder Ideas
1
Christmas Felt
To make exchanging gift cards more delightful this year, I created these felt holders. There’s a Santa, a snowman, and an elf! Aren’t they adorable?!
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2
Bows & Stripes
Discover how to create the sweetest gift card holder from a sheet of scrapbook paper using your Cricut. If gift cards are your favorite presents to give, this project will become a staple. Those paper bows are incredibly charming!
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3
Crochet Snowman
This charming snowman embraces the gift card, and its arms can be opened to remove the card with ease!
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4
Recycled Magazines
For a completely free gift card holder, repurpose magazines and decorate it with other supplies from your stash. A free template is also available if you’d like one.
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5
Cute Succulent Printable Gift Card Holder
Know a plant lover who deserves a thoughtful present? This is an ideal choice for her! Include a gift card for Home Depot or her nearby garden center so she can indulge her gardening passion.
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6
Easy Sewing Project
Pair your preferred festive fabric with snaps or velcro to create a cheerful card holder. What makes these holders even better? You can use them again and again.
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7
Coffee Cup Designs
Download a FREE coffee cup gift card holder template PDF for scissor cutting, plus an SVG version for use with a Cricut. It makes a wonderful coffee-themed gift! After all, who wouldn’t enjoy receiving a cup of joe?
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8
DIY Folded Paper Gift Card Holder
This simple origami gift card holder is an adorable way to present a gift card. Best of all, there is no glue or tape involved! These lovely holders come together through the art of paper folding.
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9
Tiny Stocking
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10
Create Double Mason Jar Gift Card Holders!
Attach a custom tag to make a playful, one-of-a-kind gift card holder! Adding a few favorite candies to the jar is also a fun touch.
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11
Ten-Minute Holder
With fabric remnants and a sewing machine, you can complete these DIY gift card holders in ten minutes or less.
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12
Santa Pouches
Cheryl transformed these small red bags into Santa-inspired gift card holders by adding ribbon and decorations. For an even more charming finish, add white trim along the top.
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13
Monster Gift Card Holder
Gift card holders do not all need to follow a holiday theme! These monster card holdersare an enjoyable way to present a gift card to a child. I adore the googly eyes!
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14
Scrapbook Paper
Katie created a template that lets you turn any beloved scrapbook paper into gift card holders, making them ideal for Christmas or any other celebration.
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15
Paper Tri-Fold
Here’s another Cricut project idea. I enjoy how these unfold like a book, with the card nestled inside.
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16
Gift Card Bouquet Guide
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17
Upcycled Card Sleeve
Old Christmas cards are repurposed to make these gift card sleeves! They add the ideal handmade detail, are budget-friendly, and kind to the planet.
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18
Felt Holder & Gift Tag
The vivid colors she selected for this project are wonderful. So festive! Decorate it with iron-on patches, iron-on vinyl, or anything else you prefer.
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19
Washi Tape
These pillow boxes begin as paper towel rolls and are embellished with washi tape! They’re a wonderful way to repurpose materials, leaving more of your budget for the gift card rather than the wrapping.
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20
Scrapbook Paper and Twine
With the included free template and some favorite scrapbook paper, you can quickly create these paper boxes! They’re incredibly easy to assemble and come out the perfect size.
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21
Buffalo Plaid Christmas Ornament
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22
Kid-Friendly Reindeer
If you have plain pillow boxes on hand, this project is incredibly easy to assemble. Otherwise, a link is included so you can create your own! Kids can use these adorable reindeer to give cars to teachers or classmates.
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23
Framed Printable
Need a quick gift card idea for a teacher or neighbor? Print the complimentary printable, place it all inside a frame, and you’re done!
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24
Plaid Mr. Moose
I was instantly drawn to the moose and plaid designs on these holders! No cutting machine is necessary – simply follow Su’s measurements and trim the paper by hand.
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If these gift card holder ideas appealed to you, take a look at these other related gift and holiday articles:
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