What are some good gifts that I can make?

Question

December came all too quickly. I woke up today and realized that it is already December 12th, and I have 12 days to do all of my Christmas shopping/making/etc. However, I really don't know what to get anyone.

I usually like to do some kind of crafty thing in bulk and give everyone in my family one. That has always worked well in the past, and I'd like to do the same this year. I'm short on cash and time this year, however, and I'm having trouble coming up with ideas. My budget for materials is probably about $100, and I have to make things for 10-15 adult women and 3-5 adult men.

I have fairly good jewelrymaking/beadwork skills, I know how to knit (though only the basics), and I can do basic stitching. There is a large craft store nearby that I can get my materials at. Baking is always an option, also, but that tends to be unoriginal.
I have started knitting multicolored ear warmers, but I won't be able to finish enough of them by Christmas.

Ideas are greatly appreciated!

Answer 1

you said you could knit, so maybe cell phone holders would be a good idea. It wouldn't be too difficult, although if you're knitting other projects, you might not be able to get enough done. It might be easier to bake. Our neighbors bring us a plate of cookies every year, and we love it.

Answer 2

Baking is not unoriginal.Most of my family members prefer baked goods.I give cakes and pies as gifts and my family and friends are very pleased.I can make at least 3 to 4 cakes from one box of cake flour and that is pretty good when you have to bake so much.I also by gifts too.

Answer 3

well when this happens to me . i go out but a bunk of cute Christmas tins and make fudge, cookies, and chocolate candies. i fill each tin with some of each and then i give every one a tin. my family loves it and it fits all ages. just make sure no one is diabetic.