I prefer creativity in gifts. My one son got money for summer camp rather that a toy. He was grinning ear to ear. Easy and has been his gift for birthday and Christmas from my parents for the last 4 years. He always asks for this. My DSIL gave my son a basket of goodies (popcorn, cereal, movie and hot chocolate) to use when he sleeps over at her house and hangs out with her boys. My DSILs made gifts like homemade aprons, dip mixes, washable swifter duster replacement thingees etc. I like well made homemade gifts.