I'm proud to say that all of my gifts this year were either handmade or re-used (books). I didn't photograph them all OR the mandala packaging I put together (drats), but here is a sampling of some of what was special made for a few friends.
hobbitt's hat - a two-toned green hat
BHD's lovely shawl/scarf - a gradual color change from dark to light green
OCDHG's hat - a three color combo and a pattern that accentuates them.
Talala's scarf Made from two beautiful hand spun, hand-dyed yarns.
Donna's lap blanket - a beautiful chunky throw using colors in her living room.
Various stocking ornaments - included in some of the many mailed gifts this year.
Chocolate Cherry Pecan Cookies - Just some of the baked goods shipped to far away places.
And even though they're not actual shots of the packaging, here are the holiday mandalas I personally designed for some of the packaging (because bows don't travel well).
There are more photos, click on any image to go to my flickr page to see the rest.