Preschool teacher Meredith told us, "I think teacher-themed gifts would be cool — if your ... one-of-a-kind pine bookends? They're handmade by a pair of sisters in Memphis.

Please Note: teachers do not “expect” gifts and a handwritten note is wonderful ... Don’t forget, they love drawings from the kids, handmade Christmas cards, homemade Christmas ornaments ...

Growing up, I always looked forward to making handmade Christmas gifts for my parents, grandparents, siblings and other family members. And let's not forget about the teachers, coaches ...