Pinterest has lots of good ideas for DIY gifts. One of my favourites to do and give away was baskets filled with ice cream toppings and cones with a little note that said 'just add ice cream". I used it as a going away gift for 3 families and they all loved it and said it wouldn't be wasted. It also helped that they all left at the beginning of summer so ice cream was sure to be had!

In the past I have gotten great gifts from the families for Christmas, my birthday, ECE week and going away gifts so I like to return that. I give the kids Christmas and birthday gifts and treat bags for halloween, easter and valentines day. Depending on my income during those times affects the price. I enjoy giving gifts though so I do plan for it throughout the year to help.

I can't imagine any parent not loving anything you and the kids make