[sophiemith]

Christmas gifts ideas suggestions

[Devorameira]

Depends on which family members they are, how much you want to spend, their ages, and their interests. Do you have some specific ones to talk about?

[Wondergirl]

Our family likes things that can be consumed, such as homemade cookie assortments, nuts, candy/fudge, food specialties of oils or jams or spices.

[LaLuz]

I got a pasta maker this year for my anniversary, so my fiancé and I are going to make everyone homemade pasta. I am a graphic designer so I will be creating the packaging too. I'm also going to make cards for family members who live out of town. I am not going to buy any gifts this year.

[MaryIL]

I listen during the holidays for something people need. If it's something I can afford myself, I will buy it, if not we try to buy as a group. In the bad economy, many are giving gift cards to grocery stores and more practical presents.

For my children when they were younger, I made anything they needed a present, from coats to new PJ's, just something they can unwrap. I also bought used toys in good condition for them.

Right now things are tight, my budget is $35 a person. We don't give to adults in my extended family, just the kids.