I’m pretty sure I found the perfect hostess gift! It’s budget-friendly, personalized, thoughtful and practical! This easy Dollar Tree Pot Holder Gift Idea checks all the boxes and more!

Not only is this project quick and affordable, but it also adds that personal touch that store-bought gifts just can’t match. You can easily customize it with different ribbons, treats, and utensils to make it extra special.

Melanie Ferguson Pumpkin Pot Holder DIY Gift

Pot Holder Gift Idea

There’s something so heartwarming about giving a handmade gift—especially one that’s cute, useful, and made with love.

With just a few inexpensive supplies, you can create the sweetest little fall-inspired gift that’s perfect for neighbors, teachers, or that special hostess at your Thanksgiving gathering.

Supplies You’ll Need

Pumpkin-shaped pot holder from Dollar Tree
PDF pumpkin stencil HERE
Carbon paper
Washi Tape
Posca pens or chalk paste pens
Variety of baking utensils such as a spatula, whisk, and spoon
Seasonal ribbon
Small pouch or packet of baking goodies like brownie mix, sugar cookie mix, or pumpkin spice bread mix
Optional: clear cellophane wrap for packaging

supplies for Pumpkin Pot Holder DIY Gift

Step 1: Personalize Your Pumpkin Pot Holder

Start by placing a piece of cardboard into the pot holder pouch as a barrier for the ink. Then add the stencil over your pumpkin-shaped pot holder. Using your Posca pen or chalk paste pen, trace and fill in your chosen design. (Full Handlettering Tutorial HERE)

You can write something sweet and festive like “Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice” or “Baked with Love.” Let it dry completely before handling to avoid smudges.

Step 2: Gather Your Baking Utensils

Choose a few small baking tools that fit the fall theme—think a whisk, a wooden spoon, or a silicone spatula.

These little utensils make the gift both cute and practical, perfect for anyone who loves spending time in the kitchen during the holidays.

Step 3: Add a Sweet Treat

Slip in a pouch of your favorite baking mix. Brownie mix, pumpkin bread, or even a sugar cookie mix fits perfectly and adds that extra thoughtful touch.

You could even include a handwritten recipe card for a personal touch if you’d like.

Step 4: Assemble and Wrap Your Gift

Place the baking mix and utensils on top of the pot holder, then tie everything together with a festive ribbon.

If you want to elevate the presentation, wrap the entire bundle in clear cellophane and finish it off with a bow.

It’s an instant gift that looks like it came straight from a boutique!

Step 5: Share the Joy

This simple DIY makes the perfect hostess gift for a fall dinner, a sweet surprise for your neighbor, or even a thoughtful thank-you for a teacher or coworker. It’s a small gesture that spreads a lot of happiness without spending much at all.

Creating these pot holder gifts is a fun and affordable way to celebrate the season of gratitude.

You’ll love how easy they are to make, and your recipients will adore the thoughtfulness behind each one.

More Ways to Share the Love

You can easily re-create this same idea for Christmas by swapping the pumpkin pot holder for a festive holiday version. Look for one with a Santa, snowflake, or gingerbread design, and choose ribbon in red, green, or metallic tones.

Instead of a fall baking mix, tuck in a pouch of hot cocoa, sugar cookie mix, or peppermint brownie mix.

It also makes a perfect “Welcome to the Neighborhood” gift or a small gesture to spread a little Christmas cheer.

This simple concept works year-round—just change out the theme and colors to match the occasion.

Here are a few ideas for when to give this thoughtful gift:

As a thank-you gift for teachers or coworkers
For neighbors during the holidays or after moving in
As a hostess gift for dinner parties or get-togethers
To cheer up a friend who could use a little pick-me-up
As a thoughtful token for volunteers or church members
For bridal or baby shower favors with themed utensils and colors
As part of a baking gift basket for birthdays or housewarmings

No matter the occasion, this pot holder gift idea is an affordable and heartfelt way to brighten someone’s day.

You may also like this Pot Holder Pillow Idea that I shared on the blog!

DIY Dollar Tree Pot Holder Gift Idea

This easy Dollar Tree Pot Holder Gift Idea checks all those boxes and more! Not only is this project quick and affordable, but it also adds that personal touch that store-bought gifts just can’t match. You can easily customize it with different ribbons, treats, and utensils to make it extra special.

Materials

Pumpkin-shaped pot holder from Dollar Tree
PDF pumpkin stencil linked in your printable or below
Posca pens or chalk paste pens
Variety of baking utensils such as a spatula whisk, and spoon
Seasonal ribbon
Small pouch or packet of baking goodies like brownie mix sugar cookie mix, or pumpkin spice bread mix
Optional: clear cellophane wrap for packaging