Handmade Gifts

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  Handmade gifts should come straight from the heart. They include anything made by the giver or bought at a craft fair, for instance. Make baked goods such as cookies, cakes or muffins, and present them in decorative packaging. If you have a particular skill use it -- knit a wool hat and scarf set, sew drapes or design a patchwork comforter. You can design Christmas ornaments, make bars of soap or put together a gift basket. Simply use your imagination in creating your gift.
  
  

Go Digital

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  Strides made in digital technology have produced a category of pocket-sized gifts. Coveted items such as mp3 players, sleek phones or digital cameras make ideal presents for all ages. A digital photo frame is another fitting choice. Avid readers would love one of a number of digital book readers on the market. Consider also "tablet" computers like the iPad or either a netbook or laptop.
  
  

Experiential Choices

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  There is much to gain from an experiential gift. The recipient engages in an activity rather than obtaining a material object. Experiential ideas include a hot-air balloon ride, a tandem sky dive or a bungee jump. If the recipient is not as adventurous, consider giving an annual membership to a museum or zoo, or tickets to a sporting event. For never-fail experiential gifts, give a short weekend getaway, a session at a local spa or dinner at a favorite restaurant.
  
  

Gift Cards

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  When all else fails, gift cards can be the ideal choice. The recipient may be particularly difficult to shop for or already has most of the ideas you have come up with. It may even be that you simply do not have time to scout around for the perfect gift. Gift cards are available in almost any denomination to fit your budget. From retail stores or restaurants, to gas stations or spas, there is a gift card to fit almost any occasion and most tastes.