Christmas is quickly approaching and with it comes the joy and the pressure of finding the perfect gift for all of your loved ones. Finding the perfect gift can be very tricky as everyone is different and if you've got a little one it can be hard to just find the time to think of what to get everyone. Luckily a recent study done by Vistaprint showed that around 62% of Americans prefer a personal heartfelt gift over any other gift type including gift cards and generic presents of up to $100 in value, meaning you can give the best heartwarming gift while keeping it simple and cost-friendly!
Coming up with good gifts to be can be a daunting task depending on the size and complexity of your family situation! Finding the time to think of a thoughtful, reasonably priced and attainable gift can sometimes be a real challenge. It is so worth it though and if you're reading this you probably already know that! A recent study by Survey Monkey showed that around 68% of people consider gifts to be one of their love languages, so even just by giving a gift with some thought behind shows your loved one how special they are and that you value them. However, the same study also showed that around 79% of people return at least one gift So if you're a bit stuck for that heartfelt gift (don't worry we've all been there :) ), read on for a quick list of ideas!
1. Pictures - Giving pictures, especially of loved ones together or you with a loved one can be an amazing way to show someone you love them and have been thinking of them. It will remind your loved one of a special time and give them all the feels! This gift doesn't have to be just photos though, it could be a
Coming up with good gifts to be can be a daunting task depending on the size and complexity of your family situation! Finding the time to think of a thoughtful, reasonably priced and attainable gift can sometimes be a real challenge. It is so worth it though and if you're reading this you probably already know that! A recent study by Survey Monkey showed that around 68% of people consider gifts to be one of their love languages, so even just by giving a gift with some thought behind shows your loved one how special they are and that you value them. However, the same study also showed that around 79% of people return at least one gift So if you're a bit stuck for that heartfelt gift (don't worry we've all been there :) ), read on for a quick list of ideas!
1. Pictures - Giving pictures, especially of loved ones together or you with a loved one can be an amazing way to show someone you love them and have been thinking of them. It will remind your loved one of a special time and give them all the feels! This gift doesn't have to be just photos though, it could be a
- Photo Calendar - With Christmas being so close to the end of the year, your loved one is bound to need a calendar for the new year.
- Photo Album - Photo albums are such special keepsakes and such a nice way to tie photos together.
- Scrapbook - Taking the time to put together old photos, mementos and more into a scrapbook is an amazing way to show someone you care.
- Photo Puzzle - Does your loved one love putting together puzzles? Why not make their next one a puzzle of you together?
- Canvas Print - Canvas prints make beautiful wall decorations and by using your own photos you can make it as sentimental as your loved one would want.
2. Coupon Book - This gift can be a great way to show someone you care, especially if service is one of their love languages! You can craft a book of coupons by hand or print off your created coupons. Tailoring the coupons to your recipient is sure to create some fun and show your loved one that you are attuned to their needs. Ideas for coupons include cooking their favorite meal, cleaning, back rubs or singing a song. Really the more creative the coupon, the more fun it will be!
3. Handmade Item - Handmade items show loved ones that you've been thinking about them and planning for their gift for awhile! These gifts can be a bit harder to put together at the last minute but usually go a long way. Some ideas for handmade items include
- Knitting - Handknitting for your family members is lovely way to show them how much you care!
- Handprint / Footprint Molds - Anyone with small children in your family will likely appreciate this gift as a way to remember how tiny their little one once was!
- Recipe Book - Are you really good at cooking or baking or does someone in your family love cooking? Putting together a recipe book can be a great way to show someone you care and have taken the time to put your favorite recipes together for them as well as recipes you think they'll like. Just make sure you do it in a way that doesn't insult their cooking skills! :p
- Food Jar Mix - These jars of baking mix or food mix are a great idea for giving someone something delicious to make!
- Coffee Mugs - If you're on the artistic side, mugs can be a really fun and affordable way to show some love to your family members. You can buy supplies to draw your design on a coffee mug or you can create an electronic design and have it printed onto a mug.
4. Experiences - My mother is always telling me that the value of experiences is way more than the value of 'stuff' so I should spend my money on experiences! The same appears to be true for gifts. According to the Survey Monkey study, 67% of respondents would prefer an experience to a physical gift. Experiences can include:
- Concert Tickets
- Theme Park Tickets
- A Planned Day Out
- Spa Day
- Sports Tickets
- Overnight Trip
Hopefully, this gives you some ideas for gift giving in this holiday season! Have you come up with heartfelt gift ideas for your family and friends? Would love to hear some of your ideas in the comments below or if you try any of the above gift ideas this holiday season!
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