20+ Fallout Themed Craft Ideas (Make Fan DIY Gifts)

Looking for the perfect gift for the Fallout fan in your life? 

Whether they’re a Wasteland wanderer or a Vault dweller, these DIY gifts for Fallout fans combine creativity, fandom, and a touch of post-apocalyptic flair. 

From handmade décor to crafty collectibles, this roundup features fun and unique projects that any fan of Nuka-Cola, Vault-Tec, and the Wasteland will love—perfect for holidays, birthdays, or just because.

Creating DIY Fallout–themed items is the best way to surprise any fan of the wasteland (whether they play on a PC or with a classic controller) with a perfect Nuka World party gift, whether you’re crafting for a birthday, fast Father’s Day, Patrick’s Day, or even a New Years Fallout watch party! 

One of the greatest things about Fallout–inspired crafting is that you can blend retro-futuristic details with quirky handmade charm to produce something truly unique. From personalized name plate name plaques styled after Vault-Tec door labels, to a light switch cover painted in gold liquid leaf for that metallic, weathered look, the possibilities are endless. 

You can even make a Nuka Cola logo transfer vinyl ornament or a layered vinyl Vault Boy thumbs-up perfect for gamers who love both old-school game games and post-apocalyptic design.

Nuka Cola Bottle Cap Earrings Fallout DIY Caps Craft

Bring a little Wasteland charm into your everyday style with these bottle cap earrings! 

Fallout fans know the power of bottle caps, and now you can wear them as fun accessories that show off your love of the game. 

How to Press Fallout DTF Transfer on Drawstring Bag

Make the perfect Fallout inspired Bottle and Cappy Drawstring Bag with a DTF transfer and a heat press!

If you’re a craft lover, small business owner, or simply someone who enjoys fun DIY projects, customizing tote bags and drawstring bags with DTF prints is a good idea for adding a personalized touch to ordinary bags. 

How to Make Fallout Wasteland Warrior Scrap Frame DIY

Craft your own post-apocalyptic frame wall art using plaster, Mod Podge, and Fallout flair!

Create your very own piece of post-apocalyptic wasteland art! 

Learn how to easily make a Fallout-themed frame using a base of wet plaster and filling it with found junk item finds like bottle caps, bobby pins, chains, bullet casings, ultracite and more. 

How to Make Slate Coasters with Laser Engraving xTool

Laser engraving slate is one of the most satisfying projects you can make with the xTool S1.

Slate engraves cleanly, contrasts beautifully, and makes even simple designs look high-end.

Whether you’re creating fandom-inspired pieces (like my Fallout-themed Vault-Tec and Nuka-Cola coasters), personalized home décor, or easy gifts for friends and family, slate coasters are quick, customizable, and consistently impressive.

How to Make Fallout Miniature Vault Door Ornament DIY

A Laser-Cut, Hand-Painted, Distressed, Post-Apocalyptic Fallout inspired Craft Project with Free Files Included at the end of post!

Metal Sublimation Prints!

Hey there fellow Vault Dwellers--dig up your favorite video game screenshot and turn it into home decor or wall art!

Let me show you how to turn your favorite Fallout 76 moments into unique home decor aluminum photo panels.

Using sublimation metal sheets, a screenshot from the Mothman Museum in Fallout 76, a sublimation printer and a heat press we'll bring the post-apocalyptic vibes right into your space!

Sublimation prints on metal are awesome for home decor or handmade pieces for gifts! 

How to Make a Fallout Gift Basket (DIY Craft Ideas)

Happy Fallout Day!  #thedaythebombsfell

Canonically the bombs in the Fallout universe fell on October 23rd, so it's a day to remember...not necessarily celebrate...but let's craft today!

I'm making a fun Fallout gift basket, similar to the basket that Bridie gives to Maximus in the Amazon Prime Fallout series, season one.

Faux Leather Sublimation Keychains

These faux leather sublimation keychains feel substantial and would make a great gift...print anything on them...anything from the little mermaid to these fun Bottle and Cappy icons!

Hey Vault-Dwelling crafty Fallout fans!

If you're looking to add a touch of post-apocalyptic flair to your accessories--this is it!

In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how to create awesome sublimation faux leather keychains featuring the lovable duo from Fallout 4's Nuka World – Bottle and Cappy.

Get ready to turn your humble crafting space into a mini Nuka World paradise!

Nuka-Cola Rocket Bottle

New machines are always so much fun--a 3D printed Nuka Cola Bottle is the number one reason to get a 3D printer!

Any fan of the Fallout video game series will immediately recognize the iconic Nuka Cola Rocket Bottle!

Make the perfect prop for your Fallout themed party, Man Cave, She-Shed, Video Game themed home decor, or cosplay prop--the classic Nuka Cola Rocket Bottle!

Make your home wasteland approved with this rocket bottle prop!

How to Make Ultracite Necklace (FO76 DIY Jewelry)

Learn how to carry a bit of the toxic wasteland with you wherever you go with these Ultracite crystal necklaces.

This fun DIY combines my love of Fallout 76 and a quick craft.

Make one for each of your Fallout loving friends...or anyone, really these crystal necklaces are perfect for anyone that likes a fun necklace.

Nuka Quantum Resin Keychain

Nuka Quantum sounds like something you'd be drinking while playing with 8-sided polyhedral dice!

This keychain looks just like keys scattered around Appalachia in Fallout 76 and is a fun prop to leave laying around the house. IYKYK.

Crafting the Apocalypse has become my newest obsession--I'm thinking of new Fallout crafts to make every day.

Hopefully there's other Fallout nerds out there to appreciate these--or at least this can give you an idea on how to cast an object in mold making resin and duplicating it in resin.

Let's make a DIY Fallout 76 Nuka Quantum Resin Keychain!

Fallout Themed Upcycled Denim Jacket

The first steps for making an upcycled denim jacket is to thrift or find a great jacket.

Then fill it with DTF Transfers, vinyl, flocked vinyl or pins and flair.

In the world of fashion, where creativity knows no bounds, the fusion of gaming culture and street style has become a unique trend.

If you're a Fallout video game enthusiast, you'll love the idea of incorporating the iconic imagery from the wastelands into your wardrobe.

Vault 76 High Vis Running Shirt

Make a high visibility running shirt for a little hack light light in the night.

Customize it with your favorite silhouette design.

I'm featuring the Fallout Vault-Tec logo on the front and the Vault 76 logo on the back...would you say that it looks radioactive? 😆​😆​😆​

Fallout themed Shirts

Making a Fallout themed t-shirt is a must for any Fallout fan!

I did two using DTF transfers and one with iron-on vinyl--next time I'll use glitter glitter vinyl!

Hey Vault Dwellers--Let's make all the Fallout themed shirts for the ultimate in geek chic apparel!

I'm showing how to make 3 shirts: Atom Cats, Vault boy and Vault-Tec--which is your favorite?

Make Magnets with Cricut

Magnet making is awesome and is a great addition to any fridge or tool box.

Having a Cricut is craft gold gold.

Nuka Cola Bottle Cap Decor

The real lucky lucky charms of the Fallout gaming universe is the Nuka Cola bottle cap.

Make a giant bottle cap as decor for the home, gaming room, man cave or she bunker!

I was strolling through the dollar store the other day and found this metal bottle cap hanger...I knew immediately that I had to make a Nuka Cola label for it.

It goes great with all my Fallout themed decorations--and would make a great gift for a Fallout gamer fan!

Nuka-Cola HTV Hat

Make the perfect Fallout themed Nuka Cola logo hat with iridescent iron on vinyl and a hat heat press. 
Decorating hats has never been easier!

Learn how to make a custom hat with the Nuka-Cola logo to show your fallout pride!

With the HTVRONT Hat Heat Press Machine and some Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV), you can create personalized hats that reflect your unique style and personality. 

Here's the steps to make your very own custom hat project that will turn heads (of Vault Dwellers) wherever you go!

Fallout Merch with Sublimation!

Making more shirts and totes using sublimation printer.

It's no secret that official Bethesda Fallout merchandise has been a little scarce...so I create my own shirts and totes to wear and flaunt my love of the series.

Learn how to make your own sublimation shirts using a sublimation printer and polyester blanks.

Design your own merch, make shirts with your favorite images or photographs, perfect for handmade gifts or just for fun!

How to make a Vault-Tec Lunchbox with Sublimation Printing

Again, sublimation printing is awesome for detail and image vibrancy.

This lunchbox was easy to make and so fun to have as home decor!

Lunchboxes on Fallout are icon and a fun item to find or buy during gameplay.

They picture a line up of people going into the vault with a Vault Boy in the bottom corner.

The edges of the lunchbox are typically decorated with Vault Boy in various perk poses...but I'm keeping this one simple.

Let's make a Fallout Lunchbox Prop using sublimation! (FREE image at end of post)

Make your own fun Fallout goodies with these free printables:

That's it!

Fallout crafting fits perfectly in an open concept home or workspace, especially if you keep your creations on open shelves or an open layout craft table where every project becomes part of the décor. Displaying your props alongside other geeky treasures—maybe even a fantastic beasts creature or a geometric ghost figurine—adds a sense of adventure and nostalgia to your creative zone. Kids get excited about Fallout themes too; a little girl might love a miniature fairy garden with bottle-cap Nuka plants, and a little boy might enjoy a custom Pip-Boy style gadget made from recycled cardboard tubes.

Because DIY is all about imagination, you can incorporate materials you already have. A roll of vintage vinyl washi tape, a tube of liquid leaf, or even some whimsical crochet pieces can transform ordinary objects into props worthy of the Vault Dweller’s Guide. Add in some humorous “gross notes” straight from the wasteland or a handmade “Moist & Mold Resistant” label for laughs. You can even turn a box of cake mix into a themed Nuka-Cola treat as a good turn during holiday days of giveaways gift giving.

Whether you hang a Nuka-Cola wreath on your front door, add some plaster to a frame (while wearing a disposable glossy glove), or craft decor for an open shelf, Fallout-themed DIY gifts bring together humor, nostalgia, and creativity. They’re quirky, customizable, deeply personal, and always unforgettable—making them the perfect handmade treasures for any vault-dwelling fan.

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