How to Give a Gift That’s Both Practical and Thoughtful

The holiday season is always X-number of days away but as of this writing, it’s creeping up rather fast. Of course, birthdays and other events pop up here and there but the holidays are the biggest gift-giving time of the year. Either way, if you’re like millions of other people, you want to give a practical yet thoughtful gift to your friends and family.

However, sometimes, that’s easier said than done.

How many times have you received a gift that was not only “generic” and impersonal but also impractical and pretty much of no use beyond the initial excitement? Gift-giving should come from the heart, and you should always take the time to think about their gift. However, if you’ve run out of ideas and want to send something more than a flower bouquet or sympathy gift, we’ve got some ideas that could help, no matter what the occasion.

Picking the Right Gift

It can be challenging to find a gift that is both practical and thoughtful, but it’s not impossible. Before you head out shopping, think about their interests, needs, and personality. Think about gifts that they can use, or that match their hobbies and preferences. Think about things they can enjoy for a long time to come. Avoid gifts that are trendy but have no emotional value to your recipient and choose items that are meaningful or improve their lives in some way.

Alternatively, you may want to consider giving them an experience as opposed to a physical gift. Perhaps their favorite band/singer/comedian is coming to the area and concert tickets would make a perfect present. If they have a particularly stressful job or tumultuous life lately, a trip to the spa or an in-person singing telegram could be a memorable experience.

Stay away from impersonal gifts like clothes and gift cards. Taking the time to find a gift that aligns with the things they enjoy in life is almost certain to leave a lasting impression.

Customize

There are always some cool things you can get customized. From gaming consoles for the Roblox lover in your life to wrapping paper. Take a look at some of these other ideas that are thoughtful and have that personal touch.

• Blankets – from throws to king-size, there are plenty of places where you can have anywhere from 1-100 custom images put on high-quality blankets.
• Pillows – same as above, albeit with fewer images of course.
• Canvas – you can have a portrait made of them or their favorite pet or loved one.
• Custom song – this is a popular trend among couples right now, but imagine the surprise and joy your Mom would experience if you had one made for her.
• Backpacks – people of all ages utilize backpacks now and a custom embossed option could be something they use almost daily.
• Tools – whether they’re a shade tree mechanic, a pro, or they just like to putter around the house, personalized tools with their name or initials is something they can use for a long time to come.
• Engraved USB photo keychain – custom flash drives are available from several companies and if you take the time to load them with fun, personal photos, they’ll likely cherish it long into the future.

Conclusion

Whether you go custom or tailor your gift to meet their hobbies or lifestyle, practical and thoughtful gifts almost always leave a lasting impression. With the holidays coming up and the gift-buying season about to be in full swing, you can save yourself a lot of time and headache simply by taking a little time to consider the ideas above and determine if one of them could be right for your recipient.

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