Alright, crafters - it's time to admit it, we don't always get it right when we're making for the men we love! Sometimes that's because so much of the craft market is geared towards women, or sometimes it's because we're simply making what we enjoy rather than asking the person we're making for what they want - whether that's a husband, boyfriend, dad, brother, son or male friend, they're all going to habe their own personal tastes.

In this roundup, I've picked some of the best free projects, downloads, tutorials and ideas you'll love to make for men - and that they'll love to receive too. Nothing too cheesy, but maybe sometimes a little cheeky...just like them!

Unique Gifts to Sew & Knit for Guys

If you've got the time to spend, there's nothing quite like a handmade gift to show that you care. We've picked out a few of our favourite makes for men that are one-of-a-kind whilst still being stylish and practical.

If you want to give a gift you know will be used, take a look at the recipient's wardrobe. Does he wear a lot of t-shirts? Then why not make him his perfect tee!

This isn't just your everyday boring knitted scarf. This design features a reversible textured pattern that is perfect for adding interest to an outfit without being too flashy. It uses DK yarn and is a lot of fun to knit. Download the free pattern here.

If your man is always on the go, why not make him a handy cross-body bag? This simple pattern is easy to make and is sure to go down a treat.

If you've got plenty of time, why not knit him a pullover? Again - take a look at the kind of jumpers he wears and find something similar if you want to be sure he'll love it. We've got 12 patterns for men in this collection which is free to download for CraftWorld Premium members, including this nautical-inspired jumper.

Is he forever getting his cables in a twist? This smart cable tidy would make a great gift for Father's Day or a birthday.

Quick Handmade Gifts for Him

Have you left it a little late? Here are some excellent last-minute makes and cheap DIYs you can create for your boyfriend, husband, brother...whichever lucky guy you want! Some are sweet, some are funny, they're all full of handmade love.

Show your camera some love and make a custom strap featuring his favourite fabric. Download your free printable templates here.

If you don't have time to make a whole gift, why not just make the gift box? This elephant is a quick and easy make, simply adding ears and a trunk to a pyramid box! Follow our quick free tutorial here.

Whatever his age, a football fan always loves gifts with a nod to his favourite club! If you're tight on time, follow our step-by-step tutorial to create this fun door hanger with a footballing theme.

A slip stitch geometric stripe adorns this simple beanie. Knitted using three shades of Rowan Brushed Fleece, this hat won’t fail to keep out the cold this winter. Quick to knit and super-cosy, what’s not to love! Download the pattern here

Give him a few bottles of his favourite tipple in a personalised bottle caddy! This free tutorial uses an upcycled cereal box as its base.

DIY Greetings Cards for Men

The quickest, cheapest and easiest thing to make for anyone? It's got to be a card! Here are a few of our favourites from the expert papercrafters here at CraftWorld.

These cards are perfect for any guy who loves a pint or two. This tutorial from Martin's Mayhem is from Simply Cards & Papercraft Issue 237, which CraftWorld Premium members can read for free here. If you're not a Premium member, you can buy the digital edition here.

For a Grandpa who loves his toolshed, this card is just great. Mandy used the Apple Blossom Happy Hobbies DIY Digi Stamps, which you can download right here on CraftWorld. Simply print, colour, cut out and assemble your card.

For the guys who like to be a little bit dapper, this free card template could be a great place to start. We've not only got a printable template so that you don't have to do any fussy measuring, our expert crafter Lou Collins has recorded a full video tutorial to show you how to recreate this card.

If he loves his garden or allotment, why not embrace that in your cardmaking? Download Issue 106 of Creative Stamping Magazine and get a bumper collection of hand-drawn digi stamps to print, cut and colour.

This nautical collection of papers and sentiment toppers is perfect for making quick cards for men. Download your free nautical paper pack here.

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