For Little Siblings

• Even the tiniest tots can make a heartfelt gift for their big sister. A simple beaded bracelet, made with elastic string and pretty beads, can be a keepsake she'll treasure forever. Or help little ones fill a thrift shop teacup with potting soil and a flowering bulb like a tulip, daffodil or hyacinth--perfect for big sis to keep on her desk.
  If she has longer hair, buy some colorful barrettes and decorate by gluing on sequins, glitter or felt flowers for fun accessories.
  
  

Music, Poetry, Art

• If you're the creative type, try writing a short poem to tell your sister just how much she means to you. Handwriting less than perfect? Print the poem out on the computer in a pretty font and cut it to fit a floral or ornate frame. Do the same with your own painting or drawing and don't forget to sign it.
  
  If she's into music, make a compilation CD with songs you think she'd like. Decorate the jewel case with your own artwork and wrap it in hip graphic-print paper.
  
  

Fashion and Scents

• Easy sewing projects can give a simple gift the wow factor. Find a colorful hat and sew on a glittery applique or fabric flower. You can also do this with a warm scarf or gloves.
  
  If your sister likes to be pampered, make her an assortment of bath salts or salt scrubs (use sesame or almond oil and kosher or epsom salts) scented with essential oils.
  
  You can also hunt up an old perfume bottle at the thrift shop and fill it with a blend of essential oils just for her. Try lavender, lemon and bergamot for an uplifting scent.
  
  

From the Kitchen

• Making a gift of food is an easy way to show you care for your sister. Try Marthastewart.com for great recipes for fudge, quickbread, hand-flavored coffees, flavored popcorn and mulling sachets and pretty packaging ideas.