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Coffee cupA perfect gift for a coworker or java lover in the family, a big artisan ceramic mug filled with a pound of her favorite gourmet coffee will be the gift that keeps on giving. You can get a nice mug at a dollar store to save even more money and then spend your cash on the bean. Throw in some chocolate-covered espresso beans or a chocolate-dipped stirring spoon to make this inexpensive gift even more special. -
Gift cookiesA festive way to share your home-grown talent, a collection of cookies or brownies in a decorative tin or jar is always a well-received gift. Make your goods ahead of time and freeze them so that you can put a variety of cookies or desserts in each container and make the gift extra-special by wrapping it up beautifully. Consider dressing up a clean silver paint can (available at home improvement centers) or a glass jar you can get inexpensively at a dollar store or superstore. Supply recipe cards with your gift for an added touch. -
Cupcake magnetsIf you are computer-savvy, you can take your know-how and create one-of-a-kind, customized gifts for family and friends. Use home publishing tools and supplies and make your own iron-on T-shirt designs, stickers for kids and magnets. A packet of iron-on paper for your computer printer will make shirts for almost everyone on your list, or make personalized magnets with photos of family and friends. A color printer and some desktop publishing software will get you started and have you making gifts in no time. -
Rubber stampTake your love of stamping and put it to good use. Create some custom stationery using your favorite rubber stamps and some plain, colored paper. Add envelopes that carry over the stamped theme and include some postage stamps to set up your recipient for months of correspondence. This is a welcome gift for older relatives who may not enjoy or understand email.
