Gift Ideas for Grandparents
Grandparents are the glue that holds an extended family together. Grandparents offer sage advice, wisdom and wonderful “listening ears.” Sometimes, especially when mom and dad aren’t around, they let their grandkids get away with things their parents won’t. How can you and your children show love and appreciation for grandparents? Here are 8 gift ideas.
1. Framed Artwork from Kids
Kids are prolific artists. Like me, I’m sure you are inundated with all the little masterpieces your child creates at school. Have your child select their favorite piece, frame it ($15), then give it to the proud grandparents. It’s sure to be cherished.
2. Photo Book of Kids
Grandparents love photos of their grandkids. You can never go wrong when kids give their grandparents photo gifts. Online photo websites, like Snapfish or Shutterfly, offer personalized photo gifts from the bestselling 8×10 photo book ($25) to aprons to coffee mugs to jewelry boxes displaying photos of your youngsters. The list is endless.
3. Digital Photo Frame
How about a digital photo frame ($69) from Amazon.com? These frames make a wonderful gift because you can load a huge collection of family photos into one small space. Frames can come with a range of goodies like transitional effects between pictures and a remote control. Even if your kids have tech-savvy grandparents, do them a favor and transfer the pictures to the new frame before giving it to grandma and grandpa.
4. Family Music Classes
Music is a universal language. It transcends boundaries (including generations) and can bring families together in powerful ways. If your children’s grandparents live close by, give them the gift of music classes with your kids. Music Together ($150+) is a music and movement program for children ages newborn to kindergarten.
5. Name History & Coat of Arms
If your grandparents are interested in genealogy, consider giving them a Family Name History and Coat of Arms ($130). This gift comes on aged parchment with double matting and gold trim. It’s sure to please.
6. Tickets to a Sporting Event
How about tickets to the symphony, theatre or sporting event? My nieces take their their grandparents to see an Atlanta Braves game once a year. The grandparents, who wouldn’t go otherwise, absolutely love it.
7. Watercolor Pet Portrait
How about a custom watercolor and oil pet portrait of your grandparents’ favorite dog, cat, horse, or any companion animal. You can find any number of artists willing to capture a beloved pet on paper or canvas. All y0u need is a good photo. We found this lovely watercolor on Etsy.
8. Personalized Loungeware
Sticking to the personalized theme, robes and slippers are comfy and cozy gifts. This Classic Monogrammed Cashmere Robe ($379) is the unparalleled ultimate in loungewear – cashmere is known to provide excellent insulation, making this the perfect robe for chilly weather. It comes in a unisex design in small, medium, or large sizes.
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