If your pre-toddler is a bit young to make his or her own Christmas gifts, but you still want to do something crafty, here's an idea!

Buy some large plain canvas tote bags from the craft store along with a pack of Crayola fabric crayons. On some plain white paper, draw around your baby's handprint, write their name and the year and maybe a special drawing or greeting. Iron the picture onto the bag according to the instructions on the box of crayons.

These bags make nice reusable grocery bags and are so personal, they won't be forgotten quickly.

Published 11/28/08