consumables are the way to go. as a receiver there's no long-term clutter or obligations.

and depending on the type of consumable, there's the possible of getting to share/partake in it with the gift-giver and you've turned your consumable-gift into a no-obligation experience which is another nice type of clutter-free gift.

I have heaps of jams, honey and candles. There are limits to the consumables as well. That, or people could think about diversifying consumables - although a lettuce head won't bring much Xmas spirit.