One a day for October would be excellent. Come on all you new memebers, don't be shy - have a search for Secret Santa of past years if you need ideas. You don't necessarily have to make something if you're not happy to to so.
Tom, I need to know by the end of the month to allow about six weeks of thinking/working time before P&P in the middle of December, so you've about three weeks.
£20 is a lot to some, £30 isn't to others. Not really, it's more the thought that counts. Have look (advanced search) for past years, you should get an idea.
Over the years I've received a range of gifts, including 2nd hand tools, rare wood offcuts, handmade tools, a card with good wishes and a whisky miniature. All of them well received and enjoyed in the spirit they were given in.