5 unique Hannukah presents that are sure to delight

Commemorate the festival of lights without breaking the bank with these creative DIY Hanukkah gift ideas that are as fun to give as they are to make.

Bath bombs are great gifts for both kids and grown-ups. Plus, they're incredibly easy to make at home.

• All you need are ball moulds and a few simple ingredients. There are plenty of recipes online to help you make bath bombs at home, depending on your ingredient, colour and fragrance preferences.
• Try making a few different homemade bath bombs and offer them in a decorated basket.

If you're not a knitter, now's the perfect time to learn.

• Pick up needles and yarn at a local craft store and choose a pattern that's appropriate for the recipient.
• If you're just learning, it will take a little time to complete your first scarf, so be sure to start early if you plan to use your knitted creation as a Hanukkah gift.
• A knitted item, whether it's a scarf, sweater or hat, makes a thoughtful and unique gift, and the recipient will think of you when he or she wears it.

Crocheted paperweights are lovely and practical gifts that also require yarn.

• Select an object that you like, such as a beautiful sea stone, shell, bottle or other small trinket.
• Find a crochet pattern and crochet around the object and voilà: you have an attractive and unusual paperweight that's sure to be a treasured keepsake.

One of the most sentimental ideas for a DIY Hanukkah present is a homemade scrapbook.

• Choose a theme and colour scheme and include pictures, mementos and other objects that commemorate your relationship with the recipient. It's a fun and thoughtful way to remember the important moments in your lives.

Commemorate the holiday with a homemade menorah.

• Cut a piece of wood into the shape of a menorah and paint it. Use glue and glitter to decorate it and make it sparkle.
• It's a gift that can be used over and over again.