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Tomorrow it is officially winter again and the cold snaps have already begun! That’s why we have put together a list of must-do functional and fabulous projects to help keep you warm this frigid season! There’s something for everyone in the family on this list! Whether you are making the project for yourself or as a gift, these DIY projects are sure to be a cozy crowd pleaser!

Stay warm and happy crafting, DIYers!

Jacket Cape

Enjoy a lovely cape jacket without the high retail price with this awesome video DIY!

Found Brenda Rose

Upcycle Sweater Socks

This is the DIY we really needed this winter! Keep your toes warm by upcycling an old sweater!

Found Momtastic

Lip Balm

The dry winter air means for dry and cracking lips! This fantastic lip balm DIY will keep you in stock all winter long!

Found Joybilee Farm

Cozy Blanket

Who could survive the cold, cold winter without a cozy and warm blanket?! Plus everyone knows that homemade is the best!

Found The Shabby Tree

Stylish Ear Warmers

Style and function come together with these ear warmer patterns!

Found Delia Creates

Winter Lotion for Dry Hands

Dry cracked hands are a very unfortunate part of the winter! Plus it can be painful! This lotion is perfect to use daily to keep your hands moisturized and fresh!

Found Creatively Southern

Rice Heating Pad

If you love a good no-sew project, this could be for you! A heating pad is a great way to relax your muscles after a long afternoon of shoveling or to toss under the blankets with you to warm you up!

Found Living Well Mom

Cozy Blanket Top

It is considered socially unacceptable to walk around with a blanket literally draped around you. This is the next best thing!

Found Loves Punk

Essential Oil Candles

Aromatherapy candles are a great way to feel cozy and warm in the winter! In particular, try making scents such as lavender, white fir, peppermint, eucalyptus, or cinnamon, or cedar wood for the winter!

Found Essential Oil Haven

Men’s Afghan Gloves

Gentlemen appreciate coziness as well! These afghan gloves are just the ticket!

Found Free Vintage Crochet

Chunky Winter Hat

This pattern for chunky winter hats is perfect for both men, women, and kids!

Found Make And Do Crew

DIY Snuggie

Snuggies are great for relaxing in and kid’s love them! The great news is that you can make your own!

Found Practical Mama

Door Draft Stopper

Don’t make heating your home harder or more expensive than necessary! These door draft stoppers can keep the warm inside and the cool out!

Found One Good Thing

Fleece Crib Sheet

Keep you little one comfy this Winter by making a fleece crib sheet!

Found Happiest Camper

Infinity Scarf with Hidden Pocket

Is anyone else annoyed by carrying a purse in the winter? With all the bulk of a coat it seems impractical to sling over your arm. This scarf with a hidden pocket would be a great alternative!

Found Jacaffa Creates

Crochet Remote Holder

Stay comfortable under your blankets by using this adorable crochet remote holder close to your couch or bed!

Found Jo To The World

Dishwasher Safe Mugs

Warm up with coffee, hot cocoa, or tea in one of these lovely dishwasher safe painted mugs!

Found Houseologie

Fingerless Gloves

These fingerless gloves give you warmth without hindering your dexterity!

Found Elizabeth Made This

Insulated Curtains

Insulated curtains will help keep your home warmer and reduce your electric bill. All it takes is one afternoon and this DIY!

Found Ideas 2 Live 4

Hand Warming Muffs

Keep your little one’s hands nice and warm with this adorable hand warming muff!

Found Scattered Thoughts Of A Crafty Mom

DIY Car Seat Cover

This DIY is particularly important if you have a leather seat. They get COLD in the winter! Even if you have a seat warmer, that doesn’t stop the initial coldness you experience when first sitting down. Treat yourself extra nicely this winter by putting on a cozy car seat cover to reduce the cold!

Found Zalena Homsi

Dog Jacket

Don’t forget to keep your best friend warm through these long winter months!

Found Wholefully

Knee High Socks

Get extra cozy with knee high socks!

Found Creative Fashion Blog

Pixie Hat and Leg Warmers

Absolutely adorable and functional!

Found Ravelry

Deep Pocket Scarf

This scarf also has pockets, but this one is less intended for storage and more for an extra place to warm your hands!

Found Delia Creates

Facial Moisturizer

Facial moisturizer is always important, but during the winter, chapped cheeks could especially use the extra treatment!

Found Healthy Taste of Life

Hot Water Bottle Cover

Don’t let the chilly nights get you down! Give this knit hot water bottle cover a try!

Found The Knitting Space

Windshield Snow Protector

Let me start by saying that snow protectors are brilliant! As someone who is normally late for work and driving with entirely too much snow for safety, this is a game changer. I would be willing to guess there are many other products you could use to get a similar effect as we surely don’t all have access to feed bags. Get creative!

Found Instructables

Faux-Fur Bolero

This vest is both stylish and warm!

Found La Vie DIY

DIY Face Warmer

Not only is this face warmer cozy, it’s also pretty darn convenient during a pandemic!

Found Crochet with Kim

Fitted Winter Car Seat cover

As someone who had a baby in the late fall, these fitted winter car seats are a lifesaver!

Found Mike and Mindi

DIY Ear Muffs

Keep your ears warm with these super cute and customizable ear muffs!

Found Think Crafts

Sweater Boots

Cute boots are hands down one of the best ways to accessorize in a practical way for this winter. Turn an old pair into something new and phenomenal with this awesome DIY!