DIY Down & Dirty: Homemade Gay Sex Toys for Men

We know you know there's no shortage of sex toys for sale at your local smut shop. But if you're feeling creative—or just looking to save some cash (because big-boy toys don’t come cheap)—this one’s for you. 

With a bit of ingenuity and stamina (where there’s a will, there’s a way!), you can turn essentially anything into a homemade “gay” sex toy. For men who are into other men (or any guy who’s into butt stuff, for that matter), it’s arguably twice the fun because self-made toys can be for playing with the pole and the hole.

But before you rush to the vegetable aisle in search of the girthiest cucumber, Grindr has a few tips on adding fun to the bedroom without ending up in the emergency room. 

Safety is sexy

We love a steamy doctor-patient fantasy just like everyone else, but homemade sex toys for anuses are a big no-no. Getting a DIY sex toy stuck up your ass is a lot easier than you might think, and getting it out can — and often does — require a medical professional. 

Anal sex toys designed specifically for that purpose have flared bases to keep them from going in too far and are made of non-toxic materials. Plus, they're anatomically designed to fit comfortably and hit all the right spots. A broomstick or Stanley water bottle, as tempting as they might seem in the heat of the moment, wasn't built for that. 

So skip that homemade dildo for men craft project you found on that fapping subreddit and invest in official sex gear or finger your man or yourself the old-fashioned way. 

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Our fave homemade sex toys for men

If no one bought you the $120,000 solid gold cobra cock ring (yes, it exists — Google it) on your gay gift registry, don’t worry. Grindr has enough homemade sex toy ideas to fill an HGTV after-dark marathon. 

1. Banana peels

Cleaning cum out of a Fleshlight is one of life's most humbling experiences. If you want a toy you can toss as soon as you're finished, a banana peel is an easy option. Cut a small hole into the top of the banana and squeeze out the mush. Swishing around a little water can also make for easier cleanup. Lube up, stick your dick in the hole, and rub the peel up and down your shaft or hold it firmly and air hump. For extra sensation, warm the peel in the microwave. Be sure to test the heat on your finger to make sure you don't burn your banana. 

2. Cucumbers

Cucumbers are another Fleshlight alternative for the baddies who also want to exfoliate their cocks. Cut the cucumber down the middle and carve out the seeds, leaving a little flesh for a smooth texture. Place both pieces over your junk, secure them with a rubber band, and wrap them around with masking tape. The tighter the girth, the more tension you'll feel when you masturbate. Lube up your cock and jerk off like it were a stroker. 

3. Clothespins 

If you need a clamp in a pinch, clothespins are great for practicing your nipplegasm technique or cock and ball torture. If you want to add a little pizzazz to your clothes pin and explore sensation play, use a glue gun to add beads or feathers. You can also string a pair of clothespins with chain links (or paper clips) or several clothespins to clamp along your torso for some pup play realness. 

4. A sock

For many, an old sock is the OG homemade masturbator, alongside couch cushions and Gram's apple pie. Squirt in your favorite lube and use it like a masturbation sleeve. 

5. Kitchen utensils

Sometimes, there isn’t enough time to run from the kitchen to the bedroom to grab your favorite flogger. Spoons, spatulas, and jar scrapers are great for spanking and exploring Dom/sub power dynamics. Be sure to test out the intensity with different materials. A wooden spoon and silicone scraper will give two totally different sensations. 

6. Ice cubes

While you’re in the kitchen, grab some ice out of the freezer for sensation play. Gently rub ice cubes over your partner’s nipples or genitals or let water drip down their body. You can also spice up a blow job by sucking your partner off with an ice cube in your mouth. 

Also, not to contradict ourselves, but ice cubes are the only item on this list that are safe to go up a hole, and that’s because they melt (duh).

7. Gel ice packs

To simulate the warmth of an anus, bring a gel ice pack to room temperature. Set it in warm water for a few minutes to bring it closer to body temperature, and wrap it around your dick. For more stability, you can place it inside a sock, curl it into a Pringles can, or secure tension with rubber bands. Similar to the banana peel, you can rub it up and down your dick or hump it. 

8. Scarves, belts, and neckties

For soft kink newbies, you don't need specialized sex gear to explore BDSM. Raid your closet for items that can be used to blindfold, tie up, and gag. Long items (scarves, belts, and neckties) are ideal for tying up and gagging, whereas items with nice textures (feather boas, corduroy pants, and even plush toys) can be incorporated into full-body massages. A trip to Goodwill will never be the same. 

9. Tights and knee-highs

And while we’re on the topic of bondage knots, don't toss out those ripped-up rainbow thigh highs from last Pride. Instead, wrap them around your or your partner's wrists several times and voilà — instant homemade handcuffs. Just be sure to wash them beforehand (unless old sweat is your thing, sport).

10. Removable shower heads

Cutting a hole in a bar of soap to rub up and down your penis sounds harmless. Except soap isn't meant for that kind of skin contact. It can chafe your skin, make your crotch flakey, and irritate the urethra, giving you a burning sensation when you pee. Regular masturbation with soap can also mess with your pH levels, which protect you from urinary tract infections. 

For a shower-safe alternative to Irish Spring, invest in a removable shower head and shoot warm water on your dick and against your prostate while masturbating with a silicone or oil-based lubricant. Rinse and repeat.

11. Electric toothbrushes

No, this isn’t about making your butthole aqua fresh (see #6). We’re talking about using an electric toothbrush like a vibrator on your penis, balls, and perineum. If you really want to bring the bristles in on the steamy action, squeeze all the cum out of your partner’s tube and brush your teeth until they're pearly white. Just remember, no hole action.

12. The washing machine

For fancy dolls with an in-unit washer, this is a wild sex position that lets you feel all the good vibrations. The bottom sits on the edge of the washer. The top penetrates, gripping the bottom's legs or wearing them on their shoulders. Slow and deep penetration will help both of you feel the fast spin cycle. 

13. Toilet paper rolls

Put your gay audacity to the test with some rubber bands, a latex glove, and a roll of toilet paper. Remove the roll from the middle and stick a latex glove through the middle. Pull the open part of the gloves around the toilet roll and secure it with a rubber band. Squirt in your favorite lube and rub the roll up and down your cock like a sleeve. Once you learn how to make a sex toy with a toilet paper roll, you can apply the same technique to other cylindrical household objects. 

It’s giving Bobby Berk realness

If fashioning a Fleshlight out of an old PVC pipe piques your pleasure, we say go for it. If you need a helping hand, you’ll find plenty of fellow DIY-ers on Grindr. Download the Grindr app and get to crafting. Just promise you’ll be careful with the hot glue gun.