Teachers are amazing humans.  They spend all day helping children that are not their own learn to read, write, do math.  Or perhaps teaching them skills like how to play an instrument or build a robot.  I am grateful for them every day.  That is why I feel like taking time to make DIY teacher appreciation gifts for your child's teacher each year is just a small way I can say thank you.

Now maybe you are wondering why I like homemade gifts for teachers.  I think it tells them you really took time to think about them and create something just for them.  It might just be in my head, but I think anytime we can share our talents with others, it means more.

One time of year I like to show appreciation is during teacher appreciation week.  Giving a gift is such a small gesture of thanks.  Even a simple candy bar with a free printable can show your teacher you can and help them feel special.

Another great time to give teacher gifts is at the end of the year to say thank you.  It is the last opportunity you and your child can say, "thanks for taking care of me, teaching me and loving me".

I taught high school for 8 years.  I loved it.  Did I expect a gift from my students? No.  But when I got a gift, it meant a lot and showed me that this student really did care about me, what I taught and had a good year.  I still have many of those small gifts and cards.

Below is a list of great gifts that teachers will love.  Some of these gift idea have a tutorials to create a fun gift, others still come with a printable tag to add to a candy.  Whether you just want a quick, we thought of you gift tag or you want to spend a couple of days creating a custom gift, this list has got you covered.

Thanks teachers for all you do!!

DIY Teacher Appreciation Gifts

Printable Popcorn Tag from Ezbreezy




Print the earring card or grab the tutorial to make your own earrings too!



Teacher Emergency Kit from Centsable Momma






Refreshing Teacher Gift from Juggling Act Momma




Printable Teacher Tags from Sew Simple Home



Moo-tivating Gift from Mission to Save




Teacher Candle Printable from Down Red Bud Drive
Make sure you know what flavor candle your teacher likes the most



Extra Amazing Gift from Nanny to Mommy




Printable Gift Card Holder from Where the Smiles Have Been
Great printable for any gift card you want to grab



Grape Teacher Printable from Home Crafts by Ali




Herb Gift Printable from Oh My! Creative
Several printables, not just for dill



Teacher Appreciation Gift Card from Thrifty Handmade Days



Thanks a Latte from Life Anchored





Teacher Appreciation Printable from Liz On Call
I think every classroom needs one of these




Helping Me Shine Printable from The Happy Scraps





Keeping Me Sharp from Love the Day





Rubber Band Ball from Tried and True
Everyone could use a bunch of rubber bands and this is such a fun idea.






Target Gift Card Holder from Bitz and Giggles





Candy Holders from Printables Fairy




Pencil Pot from This Ole Mom






Sweet Tea Gift from Mama Cheaps
Perfect gift for upcoming summer months







Sharpie Gift from Hustle Mom Repeat






Teacher Questionnaire Printable from Paper Heart Family






S'more Teacher Printable from Honey, I'm Home





Mani Kit from Keeping It Simple
Just a little way for them to pamper themselves



Thanks for Keeping Me Sharp from Hashtag Blessed





Amazon Gift Card Printable from Crafting In the Rain






Flower Printable from Everyday Savvy





Kind in Kindergarten from Elva M Design
Seriously, LOVE this!!  Have to remember for my kinder teachers



Candy Bar Printables from The Crafty Blog Stalker






Teacher Subway Art from Juggling Act Momma






Rainbow Gift Tags from I Should Be Mopping the Floor





Clorox Gift from Mama Cheaps




Sweetest Teacher from Cathie Filian


I hope you enjoyed this big list of teacher gift ideas for end of school year, teacher appreciation week or during the holidays.  Just remember to say thank you.  It means a lot.