I'm right there with several of you...however, in my circle of friends there are a few that I love to 'give a little something' to. These were the people on my Kdg team at school...my two very close sis-in-laws (our extended families do not exchange gifts)...and a couple quilting buddies. I think I've come up with an idea for this year...at the LQS I go to, we have the monthly Anita Goodesign embroidery classes. The project this month is a tote bag that rolls up and is closed by a button on the front pocket. Just perfect for sticking in your purse or keeping in a pocket of your car. If you are like me, I'm always finding I need an extra bag for one reason, or another. I think these will make adorable and very welcome little gifts. I intend to get busy and make a few to give my retired friends next month...we get together every summer at the lake to play cards and reminisce. You do need some embroidery capability as part of this is an 'in the hoop' project, tho.