Do you have a hard to shop for gardener on your Christmas list? I know I sure do. My dad loves to garden, but whenever he wants something, he just goes out and buys it. So, come gift giving time, you have to think of things he wants, but hasn’t thought of yet. This is easier said than done.

I like to try to give gifts that have a little bit of "me" in them, whether they’re handmade, or something that will make the recipient think of me whenever they see it. That’s why I am totally digging Carol at May Dreams Gardens’ latest series, "Handmade Gifts For Gardeners".

In the first post, she gives a great idea of giving a handmade garden journal. Perfect for the less techy on your list, and even us tech gurus would appreciate "going analog" with such a thoughtful gift.

Post #2 is a handmade seed packet. But there’s a secret! There’s not always seeds in the seed packet! It’s a great way to personalize the gift for the gardener who really does have everything.

Post #3 is less crafty and more Shakhammer-y. It’s a compost sieve. Don’t know what a compost sieve is, or what it’s used for? Hit the "compost sieve" link.

Post #4 is halfway between crafty and Shakhammer-y, and  it’s 100% cute. It’s a fairy door, to invite the garden fairies to your garden. For guys like my dad, who believe gardening is SRS BZNESS, a fairy door is the perfect way to introduce them to some whimsy.

Carol will be continuing her series, so be sure to check back at her site for more!

[Photo credit: Heather Solos]