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Homemade Christmas gifts - good or bad?

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Trixi Sat 22-Sept-18 18:22:37

For the past three years my daughter has given me a hamper made up mainly of various home made chutneys and a few jams. I have never liked chutney and dont know how to tell her, so gradually throughout the year I throw them away one by one. I can't imagine she makes them herself, she's not a kitcheny person. How can I let her know kindly?

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Grammaretto Sat 22-Sept-18 18:21:35

I know what you mean and I can taste those peppermint creams ? but it applies to any gift, not just homemade.

I have been known to not accept raffle prizes because I have enough stuff.
If my DGC has made something for me of course I love it. Do I reciprocate? I make clothes sometimes but probably not gloves over the age of 8. I give pots of jam - but as a general thankyou gift.

I still use a wooden spatula made by my DS. 30 yrs ago.

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winterwhite Sat 22-Sept-18 18:02:09

Avoid homemade knitted gloves over the age of about 8.

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crystaltipps Sat 22-Sept-18 17:51:45

I think homemade is good when it’s something from a friend whose a talented artist or craft person and they give you something beautifully made that you will definitely want. Or maybe something from a child/ grandchild made especially for you.
Not good- something made by a child you aren’t related to which is a bit rubbish or maybe homemade sweets like peppermint creams you know will be horrible and will throw away. I know some will say you should accept anything with a smile and I do, but you’ve got to admit some are discreetly binned or down the charity shop in January. I must admit I do make homemade things myself but hopefully things I know people will use/ enjoy. What is your view of homemade gifts? What to avoid?

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