As more and more people are drawn to re-discovering the old skills of cooking-as well as saving money-there is a renewed interest in giving gifts which are handmade and tailored to the individual. While these gifts are sure to delight and impress, they are also exceedingly accessible to even the most novice of cooks, who will find tremendous satisfaction from creating thoughtful gifts for their friends and families. By focusing on rich, complex flavors and simple techniques, everyone can pick up this book and quickly find the perfect present. The entire process is covered-from buying the materials and ingredients, through to making the confection, and lovingly wrapping it up in an elegant, eye-catching package.