'Tis the season to make your own gifts! Homemade holiday gifts will save you a few bucks AND help save the planet--no plastic packaging or stuff made in sweatshops.  Instructables is a website where people share instructions for making almost anything.  The instructions range from the simple (how to fold an origami crane) to the complicated (build your own home security system), and are usually illustrated with step-by-step photos or video clips.  For the holiday season, Instructables has grouped some items into their Gift Ideas section.  There are a bunch of cool ideas that you won't see in a regular craft magazine: a sweet duct tape messenger bag,bath bombs,recycled paper bows, recycled can trays/candle holders and much more.  Instructables are tagged and searchable, and there's a community forum where you can talk to other DIYers.  We wish you a merry and creative December!