Looking for a festive way to package your holiday gifts and treats this year? These DIY gingerbread gift bags are charming, easy to make, and perfect for cookies, sweets, cozy socks, candles, or any small goodies you want to share. Bonus: they double as adorable décor on a holiday table or tiered tray!
Whether you’re gifting to family, friends, neighbors, or coworkers, these little bags bring that handmade, Pinterest-worthy touch everyone will love.
Supplies You’ll Need
- Small brown paper bags
- White acrylic marker
- Ribbon, string, or yarn
Step-by-Step Directions
1. Prep Your Bag: Cut the top corners off to give your bag a “gingerbread house” vibe.
2. Draw Your Design: Use a white acrylic marker to create cute patterns (think windows, icing lines, or holiday doodles). Need inspiration? Pinterest and Google are full of fun gingerbread designs!
3. Fill With Goodies: I like to stuff them with cookies, sweets, cozy socks, candles, or any small goodies. Think of it as curating a mini surprise for your loved one.
4. Tie It Closed: Use ribbon, yarn, or string to secure the bag. I found a cute candy cane string to add a bit of color.
Tip: These bags don’t just have to be gift packaging, they can sit on a tray as part of your holiday décor or add a festive touch to a breakfast table.
Gift Ideas + Styling Inspiration
- Cookie Lover’s Delight: Fill with homemade or store-bought cookies, add a mini rolling pin or cookie cutter for extra charm.
- Hot Cocoa Kit: Cocoa mix, mini marshmallows, and a cute holiday mug fit perfectly.
- Cozy Comfort: Small socks, hand cream, a festive candle, or a reed diffuser make a thoughtful winter treat.
Why We Love These Gingerbread Bags
- Super customizable! You can draw any design, from classic gingerbread to modern patterns.
- Inexpensive yet thoughtful gifting holder solution.
- Perfect for kids to get involved in holiday crafts.
- Doubles as table décor or small storage.
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Jacquelyn E Weatherby
This is adorable.!
Sue
Love it! Will get the supplies and print directions and let my granddaughters have at it. I like finding crafts for them that aren’t too young.
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Decor Steals replied:
Absolutely LOVE to hear that, Sue!✨Your granddaughters are going to have /so/ much fun!💖Grab those supplies, print those directions, and let the creativity explode! We can already picture glitter in the air, serious crafting faces, and masterpieces ready for the fridge gallery. 🎉
Cindy
Loved the gingerbread houses out of bags so cute 🥰
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Decor Steals replied:
🍬We’re obsessed too, Cindy! Zero mess, all the cuteness, and instant holiday cheer 😍✨So happy you loved them!