Sundays with Ydp: 10 Easy gift giving ideas

by / Sunday, 13 December 2015 / Published in INSPIRATION STATION, Sundays with Ydp

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We took a little break last week…..but we’re back!

Back in the day, I remember buying gifts for friends that I thought were really nice. Sometimes, I would even splurge on something that I fell in love with.  Needless to say, many times, my friends didn’t like their gift.

Aside from my feelings getting hurt, there was a lesson there, and that was to take myself out of the equation. How often do we buy gifts that “We” like, not thinking  about the person receiving it.

Since this is gift giving season, the stress of finding the perfect gift for someone is “real”.  Sure you can just pick up something nice, but will the recipient be thrilled? Does the gift represent a passion they have or does it support something they enjoy?

I know, I know, it’s the thought that counts, but isn’t it so much better when you can really make someone’s day?

I’m no gift giving guru, but here are a few ideas that may resonate with the people on your list.

1. Logo inspired gifts

Do you know an entrepreneur?  Perhaps purchasing a product with their logo on it will make them smile. In addition to the pillow and cup below, perhaps a t shirt, embossed thank you cards, or a few ink pens will start their new year off right. These are from vistaprint.

2. Got Artist friends or Foodies on your list?  A personalized Apron may be just the thing to inspire them.

3.  Custom gifts add a personal touch 

like these monogrammed guest towels or front door mats

4.  Gym bag or backpack monogrammed gym bag

5. Give a homemade gift  like this easy to make sugar scrub

sugar scrub

image credit pinterest

6. Couples gift idea

Reconnect with your partner with a fun quiz book found on amazon.com 

couples quizzes

7. Got wine enthusiasts on the list?- They may like these wine flight holders I found on amazon

wine flight holder

 

8. Wine glass writers

Don’t worry about getting the glasses mixed up at your next wine tasting. These markers are terrific and make great hostess gifts.

wine tasting tool, wine glass markers, image credit Pinterest

9. Who’s up for a day off from cooking?  I’m all for receiving a gift card to my favorite restaurant.

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10. Avid traveler on your list?  Give them a gift box filled with a gas card, snacks wipes, bottled water and an upbeat C.D. for their next road trip

Were these easy breezy gift ideas?  Now let’s go shopping!  Merry Christmas, and Happy holidays!

Inspiring creativity

Ricci

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