I think the hand knitted scarf would be good,maybe combined with some food stuffs. Tatli.

Presents is always a bit of a tricky one.I am going to see my in laws on wednesday and always like to take them something.As it was both their birthdays in August and i wasnt able to be there i thought it would be nice to get them both a watch which i have had engraved, something to keep as much something practical.Fingers crossed they like them.
Plus i usually like to take a little something personal like last time i took a photo frame with a picture of them,me and my fiance in it.They loved it!

So i think probably the best thing to do if you want to start small is take them something which represtents your culture or says something about the country you come from for example i have taken English tea in the past so that they can get a better idea of what is common in my culture.Plus i think its already been mentionioned but i always find accessories such as scarfs handbags etc go well for the mother in law or maybe even jewellery altho can be quite tricky get advice on what she wears from your other half!

Good luck!

Ooo thanks again. They're from a village aswell not a town/city.

loads of golden (sparkling) stuff

Find out if she gardens or does some type of craft. I brought a lot of very nice tatting thread, small beads, sequins and small plastic flowers that could be used in garments. A small brooch

Turkish women may like silky scarves, but they aren't at all practical because they slip off the head easily. A pretty shawl to keep warm in the cool nights.

If she gardens you could bring nice bulbs or seeds...make sure they are not gmo seeds. Tulip bulbs are nice.

Diabetes is a problem for a lot of Turks, so I'd be careful with the sweets.

None electric kitchen gadgets are nice, but be prepared to show her how to use it. A nice cookie stamp, jello mold with some jello...like this one: http://www.ahmedfood.com.pk/bin/prodView.asp?prodid=63&cate=JELLY+CRYSTAL+%28HALAL%29&catId=9

It sets very fast, in fact can set at room temperature and looks very festive.