If you’re looking for DIY gift ideas that are both creative and meaningful, this project is perfect—especially for any coffee lover in your life! This is Part II of my two-part series on making personalized, coffee-themed gifts that double as adorable party favors.

A Beautiful Coffee Lover Gift Idea

Once you’ve planted your mini cacti or succulents in coffee mugs (see Part I for the full tutorial), it’s time to take this keepsake gift to the next level. The key to making it extra special? Adding a personalized gift tag to a small bag filled with coffee beans!

These gifts work beautifully as:

  • Brunch table place settings – Simply write guests’ names on each card, attach them to the mugs, and place them at their seats.
  • Event favors – Perfect for bridal showers, baby showers, or coffee-themed parties.
  • Last-minute gifts – Keep a few on hand for birthdays, housewarmings, or any occasion where a small, thoughtful gesture is needed.

What You’ll Need for This DIY Coffee Lover Gift

Creating these personalized coffee gifts is super easy! Here’s what you’ll need:

DIY coffee gifts uses gift tags designed with a replica of my original watercolor art, coffee beans in a bag, and a succulent or cacti planted in a coffee mug.
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Materials

  • Mini Notecards – Use these to create custom gift tags. Tap the image above to shop my line of notecards.
  • Hole Punch – To attach the gift tags.
  • Small Tie Bag – Mesh or burlap bags work great for holding coffee beans.
  • Coffee Beans – Choose a favorite roast or a unique blend to make the gift extra special.

Watch the Full Video Tutorial

For a step-by-step visual guide, watch this quick tutorial on how to assemble these adorable DIY coffee gifts:

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Prepare the Coffee Mugs: If you haven’t already, plant small cacti or succulents in coffee mugs. (Keep scrolling and click on the image below for Part I full instructions.)
  2. Fill the Small Tie Bags: Pour coffee beans into each bag. This not only smells amazing but also adds a coffee lover’s favorite touch to the gift.
  3. Create the Gift Tags: Use mini notecards to write a personalized message or the recipient’s name. This adds a thoughtful touch and makes the gift even more meaningful.
  4. Attach the Gift Tag: Punch a hole in the corner of the card and use ribbon or twine to tie it to the coffee bean bag. Then, place the finished favor next to (or inside) the planted cactus coffee mug.
  5. Set the Table (Optional): If using these gifts as table place settings, simply place each customized mug at guests’ seats for a beautiful, personalized touch.

Shop Personalized Mini Gift Tags & Cards

Having mini notecards on hand makes it easy to create thoughtful, last-minute coffee gift ideas. Whether for birthdays, thank-you gifts, or coffee-themed party favors, personalized tags instantly make gifts more special.

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Looking for Part I DIY Gift Ideas?

DIY potted succulents and cacti in coffee mugs.
Click here to learn how to make the potted succulents in a mug.