The art of gift giving

Gift giving is an art form, and we want to help you hone your skills,  and it can be difficult to know what to give someone. Whether it’s a birthday, holiday, or just because, giving a thoughtful gift is a great way to show someone you care. Here are some tips to help you become a great gift giver. We hope that we can make it easy and even fun for you to find just the right thing.

1. Get to know the person. PAY ATTENTION- it sounds simple but it is truly the easiest way to be sure you find the best thing. Before you start shopping, take some time to get to know the person you’re buying for. What are their interests? What do they like to do? What do they need? Knowing the answers to these questions will help you find the perfect gift. Try scoping out their IG profiles, or pinterest. 

2. Pay attention to details. Pay attention to the little details when you’re shopping. Is the person a fan of a certain metal color? Or a stone shape?  Do they have a favorite type of bracelet? A special memory of a close friend who always wore a sapphire? Or a favorite relative that had a gold chain?  Taking the time to find something that fits their personality will make the gift even more special. 

4. Make it personal. Adding a personal touch to the gift will make it even more meaningful. You could include a handwritten note, a photo, or a special item that reminds you of the person. Find a birthstone or something from a place that you have traveled too. Have something engraved or created to commemorate a special occasion. We have done gifts for people who have completed degrees, cancer treatments, just had children, retired, opened a buisness, had a special milestone like a sober-versary, got a new pet, lost a loved one. The list goes on. 

5.Gift give just because, something simple to let the recipent know you see them and they are special is always heartfelt. It is always fun to get something that we might not expect. Give with your heart- it is always so special to be remembered and thought of. 

6. Wrap it up. Don’t forget to wrap the gift! Wrapping the gift in a creative way will make it even more special. Use a beautiful scarf as wrapping. We have an associate who wraps in comics from the newspaper and it is an adorable and whimsical touch. 

Gift giving can be a challenge, but with a little thought and effort, you can become a great gift giver. Take the time to get to know the person, think outside the box, pay attention to details, make it personal, and wrap it up. With these tips, you’ll be sure to give a gift that will be appreciated and remembered.