Top Gift Ideas to Consider for Your Loved Ones

The Winter festive season is on its way, and with that a time that can often be stressful for people trying to think of meaningful gifts for friends and family members. The search for the perfect gift is not unique to this time of year – birthdays, Mother’s and Father’s days and many other occasions call for special gifts for friends or family members. Many people do not live in the same place as their family members or friends, making special occasions a difficult time. Gifts that can be ordered and safely delivered to loved ones make it easier to celebrate special occasions together.  This article will provide tips and hints for perfect gifts for any occasion.

Homemade Fruit / Snack Baskets

Giving a loved one a selection of items that have been handmade by you/ family members or friends is something that is unique and meaningful. Homemade food items such as baked goods, preserves or confectionaries are great examples of what could be included. If you go with a food theme, fruits such as apples, oranges, and grapes can add color and sweetness to your gift basket. For larger baskets with a wide variety of items (or if a gift is intended for more than one person), you could add potato chips or other savory snacks and some of the recipients’ favorite tea. Your loved one will enjoy receiving an edible basket of treats, especially if you have taken the time to make some of it yourself.

Gift Baskets (Non-Food Items)

If your loved one is not partial to sweet treats, there are plenty of other options that could work for a gift basket that will be received with appreciation. Cosmetic or beauty products are common items used in gift baskets – including natural soaps, lotions, and bath salts. Mugs, candles, and pot plants are also common items that work well in a gift basket. To ensure that your basket still has an authentic and personal touch, you can choose to include handmade natural soap barsor candles.

Artisan Homemade Items

If you would still like to give your loved one an authentic gift but do not have the time to put one together or would like something more professionally done than you are able to – there are many options for artisan homemade items. Handmade natural soap bars and candles are some of the most popular items to give as presents as they imply the giver of the gift wants the receiver to feel nurtured. Along with handmade natural soaps, artisan chocolates can be a decadent and luxury gift. If your loved one has a specific interest in or love for art, handmade products such as pottery, ceramics, and sculptures can be a very thoughtful gift. Paintings or drawings can be gifted as meaningful presents that will be treasured by an art-lover.

Essential Oil Fragrances

Essential oils can be used as natural fragrances or as fragrances in products such as natural soaps. Essential oils are preferred by many people for their sustainability when compared to commercial perfumes. Essential oils can be used topically as a daily scent for a loved one, or you can gift them as part of other products (such as candles or natural soap bars). Since essential oils have various aroma therapeutic properties, you can select one to gift because of its scent or for its unique properties. Many are favored for their calming effects, while others have anti-inflammatory or anti-bacterial properties. If you are choosing a scent based on the person you are gifting your item to – there are many options, from sweet and floral to rich and spicy.

Children’s Gifts

Children typically covet gifts more than adults do – and there are few better things than the joy expressed by a child when they receive a gift that makes them happy. The options are wide-ranging, especially for children who have a lot of hobbies/ enjoy a lot of sports, or enjoy a lot of different foods. Gifts will also vary based on the child’s age: younger children might prefer to receive soft toys to play with, while older children might like coloring books or puzzles. Most children will enjoy sweet treats like candy or chocolate, so this is usually a safe option as a gift or as an addition to a larger gift.