Pretty much everyone appreciates a good handmade gift, and anyone can make one. Play to your strengths — even if you don't feel particularly dexterous, it's a matter of finding the right project.
TOP ROW
1. Crocheted paper weight by Margaret Ooman for the The Purl Bee
2. Olive oil granola* from The New York Times
3. Paper quilt from Linda & Harriet
4. Quilted coasters from Jenny Ryan
5. Dip-dyed candles from Martha Stewart
BOTTOM ROW
6. Knit pillow cover from More Ways to Waste Time
7. Family tree from Martha Stewart
8. Body scrubs from Martha Stewart
9. Map coasters from The San Francisco Chronicle via Casa Sugar
10. Cutting boards from Centsational Girl via Design*Sponge
* I made this for my family last Christmas, and it was an overwhelming success. Try it!
Images: As linked, 2. Faith Durand for The Kitchn











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I LOVE the cutting boards!
Love these ideas...especially those paper weights!
Haha, I looked at the photo and thought "crocheted rock cozy."
@clampers - I, too, did not know that rocks got cold. Good to know.
How cute are these I love the colors you choose.