Any gift is better than no gift. However, if you want to make your gift to truly make an impression, you’ll need to put some thought into it. Here are just a few special gift ideas for that special someone in your life.
Think unique
Unique gifts are certain to be memorable, plus they show the recipient that you’re willing to put more thought into their gift. Another advantage of novelty gifts is that you’re less likely to buy them something that they already have. There are sites online that specialise in unique gifts with all kinds of quirky gadgets and humorous accessories to choose from. When choosing meaningful unique gifts, consider the recipients interests and hobbies. For example, if they love tennis, consider wacky tennis gifts that you can buy such as tennis ball shaped chocolate truffles and or tennis racket earrings.
Personalise a gift
Personalising a gift can help to make it one-of-a-kind. One way to personalise a gift is to add the recipient’s name or a personal message. This could include anything from a custom engraved bracelet to custom printed socks. You can also personalise certain products using photos. Choosing a photo of a shared experience that you’ve both had can be a great way to solidify your bond with that person. Examples of gifts that you can print custom photos on include mugs, coasters, mouse pads, keyrings, shot glasses and clocks.
Get crafty
Handcrafting a gift takes time and effort. This is something a recipient is certain to appreciate – no matter how professional or amateurish the result is. Simple handcrafted gifts that anyone can make include photo collages, homemade bath bombs, custom bead jewellery or handpicked gift hampers. Alternatively, if you’ve got a knack for crafts, you could consider more ambitious craft items like crocheted scarves or handmade necklaces.
Buy them an experience
A gift doesn’t have to be physical. Buying an experience for someone could be a great option for someone who already has all the physical items they need. When choosing an experience, think about your recipient’s interests and the type of activities they enjoy. Some people love thrillseeker experiences like supercar driving or indoor skydiving, while others prefer something leisurely like a spa day or a wine tasting. Making it a joint experience could help to make it a chance for bonding too (plus you can make sure that they actually book the experience so your money isn’t wasted).
Ask them what they want
If you want to buy a gift that your recipient is truly likely to appreciate, the best thing you can do is to directly ask them what they would like. That way, you’re certain to buy them a gift that they actually want. This does take the surprise element out of it, but it could also make them more excited about receiving your gift. Besides, you could still trick them into thinking you haven’t got them that gift and then pull it out at the last moment. Just be wary that not everyone will tell you what gifts they want – some people will insist they don’t want anything, in which case you’re better off trying one of the above strategies.
Leave a Reply