I'm pretty sure toddlers don't appreciate the nuance of a handmade gift, but since I have the time, I've been stitching up a storm for my 1 1/2 year old niece.

I bought $4 worth of eco-felt (recycled plastic bottles) and have been making a variety of not so tasty fresh produce for her to play with. I decided the strawberries were too small (thanks to Fox's quick grabbing ability) so they'll go to another favorite little girl (my own).

Are you making any gifts this year? Last year we did a lot of making, but this year we're not so on top of things. You gotta do what you gotta do to avoid the holiday stress, right?