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Homemade gifts add a great personal touch to your holiday season. Although they can be more time consuming than buying a present brand new, they're often more cost-effective and have a lower environmental impact.

Here are a few ideas to get you started:

• Fill a basket with baked goods, or mason jars of baking mixes
• Assemble a collection of favorite family recipes
• Make a holiday bouquet from seasonal greenery and flowers
• Record family members sharing their favorite memories of the recipient
• Make Christmas ornaments from family photos
• Craft certificates to donate your time, such as babysitting to facilitate a date night for new parents (supplement with a dinner gift card for brownie points)