Special gifts

Homemade things for special celebrations

If you’re looking for inspiration to make a gift with a difference, you’re sure to find something suitable in this section. Here, you can find special craft gifts perfect for almost every occasion and taste – from hand-painted cushions and decorated jam jars to coffee mugs and fridge magnets, the choice is practically endless! We hope you have lots of fun browsing.

Handmade wine labels

Handmade wine labels

Beautifully designed wine labels - idea for Father's Day

What could be nicer than sharing a carefully chosen bottle of wine on a cosy evening with family and friends in the comfort of your own…

DIY shopping bags

DIY shopping bags

Trendy bag designs – the easy way

Make a trip to the shops twice as much fun with these stylish fabric tote bags! Shopping can be enjoyable, but you can start having fun long…

Photo styling

Photo styling

Design your own photo gifts with ease

Right now, personalising and redesigning photos is all the rage. With just a few strokes you can pimp a picture to great effect and…

Surprise!

Surprise!

Glitter card with the wow factor

If you fancy making a really special handmade card as a gift, this glittery card is a guaranteed surprise. Featuring a brush nib, edding’s…

For magical moments

For magical moments

A glittery look for your party

For a successful party, the table decorations also have to be right  - whether it’s for a wedding, birthday party or New Year celebration. A…

Good vibes cushion

Good vibes cushion

Design a cushion to lift spirits!

The fun smiley on this cushion guarantees good vibes. Creative activities also make you feel good. So why not combine the two? This cosy…

A new look for vintage crockery

A new look for vintage crockery

Upcycle granny’s porcelain plates

If you’ve got old porcelain lurking in the darkest reaches of your kitchen cupboards or even in your basement, it’s high time to bring it…

Decorative cake topper

Decorative cake topper

Happy Birthday in bright colours

With such a fantastically decorated cake, you won’t just bring a smile to the faces of birthday boys and girls - adults will also be…

Favourite mugs with a DIY design

Favourite mugs with a DIY design

Set the tone with patterns of dots

It’s time to put an end to arguments over your favourite mugs! Thanks to edding porcelain brush pens, each member of the family or household…

Cushion with graphic patterns

Cushion with graphic patterns

A real eye-catcher for your sofa

A cuddly cushion is just the thing to make your sofa feel really cosy. Thanks to edding textile markers, it’s really easy to create a…

A creative gift idea

A creative gift idea

Lovingly decorated stones say more than a thousand words

If you’re in search of a creative gift idea, then maybe we’ve got the perfect inspiration for you! Individually decorated pebbles make…

Storage pouches for 1,001 things

Storage pouches for 1,001 things

Decorative designs for fabric pencil cases

When it comes to fabric pencil cases and storage pouches, you can never have too many: they’re highly practical and will fit inside any…

Bag with flower pattern

Bag with flower pattern

Design your own trendy fabric bag

You can never have enough fabric bags! There should be at least one hiding in every handbag so you’ve always got one to hand - even for…

Adorable Easter gifts

Adorable Easter gifts

Little Easter gifts – quick and easy to make

These cute Easter gift ideas are so easy to make – all you need is brown wrapping paper, edding gloss paint markers and a set of edding…

Creative t-shirt design

Creative t-shirt design

Fun leisure activity for the whole family

Art-and-craft sessions with family and friends are not only great fun, they can also boost your mood. Here’s a smart-looking t-shirt you can…

Make your own baby shower decorations

Make your own baby shower decorations

DIY ideas for a new baby party

If one of your friends or relatives is expecting a baby and you're the lucky one with the task of organising the party, then this idea is…

Sunshine vase

Sunshine vase

Bring a touch of summer indoors

Even if it's raining outside and the sun's gone into hiding, these cute little vases will cheer you up and bring a sunny vibe into your…

DIY phone cover design

DIY phone cover design

Decorate your phone case in ice cream colours

If you're looking to customise your smartphone, take a look at this DIY phone case idea. It’s very important that the ink you use covers…

Makeup bag with a cool design

Makeup bag with a cool design

Add a touch of chic to your morning routine

This pretty, motivational makeup bag will help get your day off to a good start. Our chosen motto is “Taking care of yourself is…

Decorate your spa slippers

Decorate your spa slippers

The perfect footwear for a relaxing spa

For recharging your batteries and restoring your energy, nothing beats a wellness weekend away with your best friends. But why not take some…

DIY photo calendar

DIY photo calendar

Turn memories into a decorative feature

A photo calendar is a fantastic way of capturing your favourite images from a recent holiday or special party, or simply for recording…

Decorate your storage jar

Decorate your storage jar

Black-and-white theme for a liquorice jar

While cheerful colours brighten up our lives, black-and-white simply oozes timeless elegance. That’s why we decided to decorate this storage…

Design a maritime tote bag

Design a maritime tote bag

Decorate your canvas tote bag with refreshing colours

Blue is a refreshing colour that evokes the ocean and cloudless summer skies. This year, “Classic Blue” has been chosen by Pantone as its…

DIY hanging storage pockets

DIY hanging storage pockets

Sew and customise your own wall organiser

Hanging storage pockets give you ample space for all manner of bits and pieces and are good for storing almost anything - from toys to…

Design your own protective face mask

Design your own protective face mask

Use edding textile markers for a personalised look

Protective face coverings have become a must-have fashion accessory these days. Whenever you leave the house, you now need to remember not…

Decorating a flower vase

Decorating a flower vase

Upcycling idea: vase decoration in trendy shades

Things like fruit juices, salad dressings and table sauces often come in beautifully-shaped bottles that are far too nice to throw away once…

DIY candle holder decoration

DIY candle holder decoration

Folded paper candle holder

We probably all remember the fun we had as kids, making paper aeroplanes by folding up pieces of paper and making them fly. But the art of…

Faux stitching decoration

Faux stitching decoration

Not embroidered but drawn – how easy is that!

Punch needle is one of the biggest craft trends right now. Using a special needle tool, yarn and suitable fabric, you can create gorgeous…

Botanical travel mug

Botanical travel mug

Cheerful leaf patterns for your coffee cup

This coffee-to-go mug is perfect for all those who are often out and about. The delightful leaf design (not to mention the caffeine boost)…

DIY serving tray

DIY serving tray

Design your own tray with a pastel look

Create a sense of well-being in your home in next to no time by introducing soft pastel colours. Add attractive touches to your home and…

Decorative plates with quotes

Decorative plates with quotes

From plain to striking: a hand-painted cake platter

With the porcelain brush pens from edding, making DIY hand-painted plates is a piece of cake! As you can see from our example, the design…

Cute cress cup

Cute cress cup

Make your own eye-catching kitchen décor

Whether as a small gift or something to keep for yourself, here’s an adorable cress bowl that makes a lovely kitchen decoration. As you can…

How to make a board game

How to make a board game

Design your own tabletop game board

Making your own board game is not only loads of fun, it also gives you plenty of opportunity to be creative. So, whether you’re mad about…

Last-minute gift packing

Last-minute gift packing

There’s still time for those 11th-hour gifts

There are so many occasions when you might need to lay your hands on a small gift at short notice –for a kind neighbour, perhaps, who takes…

DIY painted vase

DIY painted vase

Perfect for displaying spring flowers

Embroidery patterns have become trendy again – and not just on tablecloths and place mats, but also as a painted motif on all kinds of…

Personal gift for tea lovers

Personal gift for tea lovers

DIY decorated teacup and dish

Looking for a personalised gift for a tea fanatic? This beautiful presentation box is guaranteed to please! It holds everything they need…

Biscuit tin with a space motif

Biscuit tin with a space motif

A decorative way to store Christmas biscuits

With Christmas just around the corner, we’re looking forward to spending cosy afternoons in the company of family and friends – and…

It’s sushi o’clock!

It’s sushi o’clock!

Hand-painted plates to make your sushi even tastier

Sushi is a culinary masterpiece that’s become increasingly popular the world over. It’s normally served on plain white porcelain plates,…

No-sew T-shirt bag

No-sew T-shirt bag

A DIY bag made without needle and thread

This upcycling idea has a real summer feel to it, but a practical T-shirt bag can obviously also be enjoyed all year round. It seem such a…

Paint your own umbrella

Paint your own umbrella

Brighten up rainy days with a splash of colour

It’s great fun decorating your own umbrella! Rather than keeping it for yourself, you could also transform it into a fantastic gift.…

DIY galactic travel mugs

DIY galactic travel mugs

Design your new favourite travel mug

An insulated cup is a great way to get your daily caffeine fix when you’re on the move, and at the same time it’s incredibly practical and…

DIY paper vase

DIY paper vase

Flower vase idea in pretty pastels

This stylish paper vase is made entirely by hand. And with the aid of our folding template and detailed instructions, it couldn’t be easier.…

Galactically painted headphones

Galactically painted headphones

Colourful headphones that are truly out of this world

With the gloss paint markers from edding, your creative passion will know no bounds. You can apply your ideas to almost any material: in…

DIY phone case decoration

DIY phone case decoration

Phone cover designs that are out of this world!

This year, the world celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing. If, like us, you’re mad about outer space, why not get with…

Creative money box

Creative money box

DIY piggy banks for wishes both great and small

Are you saving up for your next holiday, or perhaps a new car? With a DIY money box as smart as this, saving will be so much easier! Try…

Mark your leaf

Mark your leaf

Creative and natural: miniature plants for a table centrepiece

To make a lovely table decoration, not only can you use individual leaves, you can also use the whole plant – like these tiny succulent…

DIY travel bag

DIY travel bag

The ideal bag for any traveller

This fabric bag has just what it takes to become a firm favourite of any traveller, whether as a travel backpack or a laundry bag. We simply…

DIY world map cushion

DIY world map cushion

Divine décor for globetrotters

It takes a snuggly cushion or two to make a sofa really comfortable. And this one, with its exceptional world map design, will soon have…

Creative recipe book

Creative recipe book

A feast for the eyes: DIY cookbook with sketchnotes

Sketchnoting is the latest big trend. Combining handwritten notes with small sketches has taken over the world of to-do lists, bullet…

Geometric cushions

Geometric cushions

Hand painted cushions for fans of polygon designs

A comfortable cushion makes those relaxing evenings on the sofa so much cosier. We love polygon patterns, so we’re going to show you how to…

Kitchen gift idea: love potion

Kitchen gift idea: love potion

Utensil holder with a special message

Homemade gifts are really personal, which is why people always love to receive them. Here’s an idea you can try when you next get an…

Decorate notebooks

Decorate notebooks

Pimp up your notepad with edding

Fancy the idea of a personalised notepad? If so, simply reach for an edding 1200 colour pen and decorate the cover with your very own…

Travel pouch with a personal touch

Travel pouch with a personal touch

Practical and stylish for all travellers

This travel pouch is incredibly useful and versatile, whether for keeping all your travel essentials within easy reach, storing pens and…

Pins with the power of pastel

Pins with the power of pastel

Cool pin badges in soft pastel colours

Love pastel colours? Then you’ll love the fact that you can now express your creative ideas in delicate pastels, too. The edding 1200 colour…

Matchbox crafts

Matchbox crafts

Clever designs for cute boxes

Crafting is much more fun and satisfying if you don’t have to buy lots of expensive materials beforehand. You can be creative with everyday…

DIY beer wedding favours

DIY beer wedding favours

Say “Cheers!” with a beer bottle gift for wedding guests.

The big day is approaching and you’re looking for an unusual DIY wedding favour for your guests. It’s a difficult choice – you don’t want it…

DIY canvas bag

DIY canvas bag

Pretty pink flamingo designs – with edding textile markers

Flamingo fans will simply love this chic canvas bag. The delicate bird design is easy to apply – just use our template to assist you. We…

Milk carton crafts

Milk carton crafts

A fabulous recycling project idea for Mother’s Day created from Tetra Pak

It seems such a waste to throw away empty milk and juice cartons when there are so many wonderful upcycling ideas around. Take a look at…

DIY painted plate

DIY painted plate

Hand-painted plate with cross-stitch pattern

Embroidery has made a comeback and is now on trend once more. But why stick to embroidering tablecloths and place mats when an edding…

DIY bathroom storage jars

DIY bathroom storage jars

A snazzy decorative jar for storing cotton wool pads

Lovely bathroom accessories like these can put a smile on your face and work wonders by starting off your day with a positive feeling. We…

Creative love coupons

Creative love coupons

Special Valentine’s Day gifts

Looking for an unusual gift for Valentine’s Day? If so, take a look at our hand-decorated jar filled with love vouchers. For this idea, you…

Design your own tea towels

Design your own tea towels

Bring out the designer in you and create your own tea towels

The classic tea towels available in the shops often have boring stripes or gaudy patterns. But if you want to be different and use something…

DIY painted jewellery dish

DIY painted jewellery dish

A brilliant gift idea for your best friend: Dainty jewellery dishes painted in shades of green and blue

If you’re looking for a great gift idea for your best friend, then how about this DIY jewellery dish? We think it’s rather special! To give…

Create your own shopping bag

Create your own shopping bag

A fabulous present for anyone who loves shopping!

We never leave the house without a bag, whether we’re out shopping, going for a stroll or off to a party. And now you can create your own…

Cool DIY phone cases

Cool DIY phone cases

Turn your mobile phone case into a designer accessory

Practically everyone uses a mobile phone cover to protect their smartphone. However, the models in the shops aren’t usually what you’d…

Christmas cookie tins

Christmas cookie tins

Looking for a beautiful gift idea? Decorate a cookie tin for your best friend!

Looking for an oh-so-special Christmas gift for your loved one? How about some home-made cookies in a matching biscuit tin? Creating your…

Textile Christmas tree decorations

Textile Christmas tree decorations

Festive textile decorations for your Christmas tree – or as attractive gift tags!

There are so many ways to decorate fabrics, and they’re ideal for making Christmas tree decorations and gift tags. Presents give so much…

Travel journal idea

Travel journal idea

Cherish your favourite memories of the year gone by with this colourful travel scrapbook

Anyone who likes travelling and scrapbooking is bound to love this travel journal idea. Unlike a traditional photo album or photo book, this…

Decorate your clutch with a cactus design

Decorate your clutch with a cactus design

Design a bag you love - it's so simple to do!

So you’ve been invited to a party and want to surprise everyone with a stylish new clutch? Why spend time and money searching for the…

Decorate your own canvas bag with a cactus design

Decorate your own canvas bag with a cactus design

Unleash your creativity: show the world what you love!

This trendy canvas bag won’t just appeal to cactus lovers. Your favourite prickly roommate not only decorates our window sills – it can also…

Flower pot painting

Flower pot painting

Decorate your home with plants

House plants create a sense of wellbeing and help make your house a home. Succulents, with their unusual growth patterns, are particularly…

Mother's Day mug

Mother's Day mug

Brilliant handmade gifts for mums: painted mugs

If you’re looking for a lovely present for your mum, we have the perfect idea for you: DIY painted cups and mugs. Homemade and handcrafted…

Get well wishes

Get well wishes

Tea is the best medicine

When a close friend or a family member feels unwell and takes to their bed, kind words of sympathy and get well wishes will help them feel…

A paper fortune cookie for Valentine's

A paper fortune cookie for Valentine's

A lucky surprise for your Valentine

Fortune cookies are a really popular snack, often served at Chinese restaurants or at New Year’s Eve parties. Our Valentine’s fortune…

Photo album decoration with brush lettering

Photo album decoration with brush lettering

A memory book of the year’s best moments

What could be more delightful than capturing holiday highlights or special memories from the past year and preserving them in a photo album…

Painting cups in black and white

Painting cups in black and white

An original gift idea: cups with polygon art

If you’re searching for a fabulous present for your best friend, you really can’t go wrong with these striking tea or coffee cups. And if…

Wallet made out of SnapPap

Wallet made out of SnapPap

Last-minute Christmas gifts with the help of edding matt paint markers

Are you still looking for a clever idea for a last-minute Christmas present? If so, we may have just the thing: a wallet made out of…

Design your own cushions

Design your own cushions

Create special effects with lettering stencils

To make a sofa really cosy, you need to add some comfy cushions. Ideally, they should match the decor of the room and look really stylish.…

Cake mix in a jar gift

Cake mix in a jar gift

A homemade treat for cake lovers

Cake mixes don’t always enjoy the best reputation ‒ but because this cake-in-a-jar is homemade, it’s rather special and suitable for any…

Make your own calendar

Make your own calendar

Step by step: transform a plastic folder into a calendar

Whether in red, blue, green or black, plastic loose-leaf folders will be familiar to most of us from our school days. We used a different…

Small glass bowls in trendy retro colours

Small glass bowls in trendy retro colours

These retro-style glass bowls have many uses

There are many ways to decorate glass bowls, and thousands of uses for them – whether for sorting beads and sewing threads or for holding…

Decorate your own fabric tote bag

Decorate your own fabric tote bag

Trendy designs that are easy to apply

You can never have too many tote bags! Not only are they incredibly useful, they also fold up really small and will fit into any handbag.…

Paper flower decorations

Paper flower decorations

Handmade flower petals for Valentine's Day decor

This is the time of year when snowdrops are just starting to appear outdoors, but indoors you can already be enjoying the beauty of this…

Notebook with stylish hand lettering

Notebook with stylish hand lettering

Add decorative lettering to plain notebooks

Whether on greetings cards, note pads or wall art – decorative lettering is everywhere! Hand lettering (also known simply as “lettering”)…

Paint your own porcelain bowls

Paint your own porcelain bowls

Home-made gift idea for the kitchen

Home-made gifts, whether they're handmade, painted, knitted or crocheted, are truly unique and guaranteed to be well-received. If you’re…

Decorating fabric bags

Decorating fabric bags

Add a personal design to your PE bag with edding textile markers and pens

These fabulous customised fabric PE bags are just the job to avoid mix-ups up at school or nursery. It’s so easy to draw your own designs on…

Make your own jewellery

Make your own jewellery

Use the cabochon technique to make handmade jewellery

Handmade jewellery is really personal and unique. And with the cabochon technique you can become a designer just like that, even if you're a…

Design your own labels

Design your own labels

Beautiful labels for delicious homemade jam

The late summer season sees an abundance of damsons, plums, pears and apples. By preserving these sweet fruits as jam, jelly or apple purée,…

Design your own magnets – the easy way

Design your own magnets – the easy way

Make unique cabochon magnets with edding fineliners

You can make your own magnets and personalise them with creative patterns or striking lettering in just a few easy steps. You’ll be amazed…

Gifts from the kitchen

Gifts from the kitchen

The perfect barbecue-themed gift

At long last, the days are getting warmer and the evenings are getting longer, so now the time has come to start thinking about garden…

Wedding gift idea

Wedding gift idea

Paint your own mugs

Mr and Mrs coffee mugs – the perfect gift for the happy couple on their Wedding Day! We decorated these porcelain mugs with the words “Mr.…

Homemade Valentine’s Day gifts

Homemade Valentine’s Day gifts

A heartfelt surprise complete with a shower of confetti

Anyone can surprise their nearest and dearest with this creative idea – even those who tend to leave things until the last minute! All you…

Design your own coffee mug

Design your own coffee mug

Creative gift ideas for everyone

Coffee mugs and cups emblazoned with a star pattern or decorated mugs for tea make a lovely gift for someone – or even for yourself! The…

15 minutes of “me time”

15 minutes of “me time”

An easy homemade gift that's sure to please

Give someone the gift of 15 minutes of relaxation and time to unwind. Life can sometimes be more hectic than we would like, especially in…

Make your own gift vouchers

Make your own gift vouchers

For all kinds of gifts and all sorts of occasions

A gift voucher is a fantastic gift idea for any occasion: a dinner for two, a day out, an ice cream, cinema tickets, or even a visit to the…

Painting espresso cups

Painting espresso cups

Porcelain espresso cups in cool black and white

Simple patterns in black and white can create a subtle yet stylish and practical effect on espresso cups (black for the espresso and white…

Make your own key ring

Make your own key ring

Personalised and unique gift idea

You can never have too many key rings! Whether for your house, garage, car or bike lock… Why not give every key its own special key ring and…

Homemade gifts

Homemade gifts

Step by step: creative designs for tea caddies

Imagine this scenario: you receive a last-minute invitation. Naturally, you’re delighted, but where can you get hold of a last-minute gift?…

Hearts made of porcelain

Hearts made of porcelain

Stylish place cards for a festively laid table

These porcelain hearts will add a touch of sophistication to your festive party table. Whether for a wedding, christening or other important…

Make your own paper flowers

Make your own paper flowers

Simply made from paper: everlasting flowers

Amaze your friends and family by surprising them with this handmade craft idea, perfect for a birthday party invitation or a Mother's Day…

DIY money gifts

DIY money gifts

Festively packaged money gifts

Giving money as a gift is sure to go down well at any time of the year (not just at Christmas!) because the lucky receiver can then choose…

Create your own photo book

Create your own photo book

A unique photo book to preserve priceless memories

Make your own personalised photo album or book and decorate it with handwritten notes and comments for a really special touch. It would make…

Original packaging for giving a wedding donation

Original packaging for giving a wedding donation

“Just married!”: Original packaging for donating wedding gift money – with design and decorating tips from edding

As the bride and groom speed off to enjoy their honeymoon, the custom of attaching empty cans to the back of the wedding car is a fun and…

Picture perfect: eye-catching frames for treasured memories

Picture perfect: eye-catching frames for treasured memories

A new look for old wood

Restore old picture frames by giving them a fresh new look! Your fondest memories deserve to be beautifully framed – and edding Permanent…

Homemade treats

Homemade treats

A delicious present with a personal touch with the edding brushpen

Homemade jam is a thoughtful gift for any time of the year and fits perfectly with the current "country life" trend. A gift that becomes…

Making lunchtime more colourful

Making lunchtime more colourful

Create unique take-away coffee cups and lunch boxes with edding gloss paint markers

Add some colour and imagination to your day and decorate a mug, flask or lunchbox with unique and cheerful patterns, funny designs or…

A sweet gift, beautifully presented

A sweet gift, beautifully presented

Decorative jars with custom labels for a sweet treat

Give a small gift a personal touch with inspirational ideas from edding. With a snazzy band or label, a simple jar is easily transformed…

A photo book with a personal touch

A photo book with a personal touch

Make your own personalised photo memory book or diary with edding gel rollers

Even though your next holiday may still be a long way in the future, you can preserve and cherish the memories of your last trip with a…

Painting cups and mugs: A cuppa with a smile

Painting cups and mugs: A cuppa with a smile

Cheerful mugs, designed with the edding 4200 porcelain brushpen

Cheer up your coffee morning or afternoon tea break, and make it even more fun with edding. Simply use the new edding 4200 porcelain…

DIY personalised tool box

DIY personalised tool box

It’s a man thing – colours to create a certain character

What do men look for? Top quality, easy handling and great painting results, quickly and with little effort (and a paint range that includes…

Personalised porcelain crockery set

Personalised porcelain crockery set

A decorated crockery set that’s just your cup of tea!

With the edding porcelain brushpen, it's easy to create truly wonderful items, like this crockery set, for example. Or maybe you're looking…

Makeup bag

Makeup bag

Lovely makeup bags for your bathroom made with edding textile markers

Decorate and design your own personalised makeup bag or fabric storage boxes: a simple and effective way to add an instant personal touch to…

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