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home made and memorable gifts

Hello - what is the most special and home made gift to give for Christmas? I am sure many of you can't recall what you had for Christmas 2 years ago if it was 'bought' from a shop like myself - I want to make everyone's Christmas present special without spending too much money i.e gift certificates for babysitting, etc. Any ideas?

ianria Sat 30/10/04 10:05

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emmalee
Sat 30/10/04
11:03

I have the past bought christmas tins only £1 or £2, and made mince pies, peppermint creams or truffles to put in them, a tasty treat and a keepsake tin, and also shows a real effort on your part!

ChocClare
Sat 30/10/04
23:43

I agree, home-made sweeties always go down well. If you're not a cook, though, and want some ideas, just type in "kids' crafts" in Google - I'm not implying you're a kid, by the way! I use lots of the sites which come up from this search for ideas for making things with my Rainbows/Brownies, but, amid the inevitable toilet roll craft, I've often come across things on the various sites which look really good and are easy/cheap to make. Also, some of the American sites, though sometimes a bit schmaltzy for British tastes, have good ideas - eg MarthaStewart.com (yes, I know she's in prison at the moment, but what the hey...). Hope this helps, anyway!

smudge
Sun 31/10/04
09:36

You could buy packets of lavender, small amounts of fabric, lace & edging to make lavender bags, for either a drawer or to hang in the wardrobe. Very pretty, lasts forever & you've made them yourself!

zgma
Sun 31/10/04
15:04

I have sometimes made mix tapes or CDs for people - tailoring them to the people I'm giving them to.

Also - homemade coupons for things like a home-cooked meal, a back massage, etc. The babysitting one is a good idea.

And I am an artist, so often if I am low on money I'll give away a painting, or paint something especially for someone.

Bangkok
Tue 02/11/04
04:58

If you can Photoshop, take 12 great photos, design a calender and put all your family and friends' birthdays and anniversaries. The cost then depends on what the local printer will do it for - limited print runs are not as expensive as you might think

Dark Angel
Tue 02/11/04
05:10

A friend once said that she gave a packet of curry powder with a card attached including one of her best recipes. Her gift was well received.

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