This time of year a lot of people are on the hunt for that special gift for our family, friends, or loved ones. It may be challenging to figure out what to get for who. The options and sales are endless this year. No matter your search, here are the best holiday gifts this year for you to get.
Gifts for Garden Lovers
Many of us are spending the holiday this year in different parts of the world. Whether you have a family member who lives in another country, state, or city, flowers are the safest route to go. Ordering online makes this process a lot easier as flower shops put together pictures for your potential purchase. When ordering online, you can ask for the online flower delivery.
Receiving flowers brightens so many people’s day. Getting these on Valentine’s Day is a huge staple. Having these delivered to your door on Christmas can be sure to brighten anyone’s day.
Different flower shops offer different flowers such as:
- Roses
- Tulips
- Sunflowers
- Daffodil
The options are endless. If you know someone who loves to plant gardens, consider getting them tools. Some shops that sell flowers have seeds and other tools for those who are gardeners. If you are unsure what to look for, ask someone in-store for the best recommendations.
It is also important to keep in mind that flowers may vary depending on the shop and the season. Like crops, flowers tend to bloom at different times than others.
Gifts for the Active Indvidual
Getting gifts for people who live an active lifestyle can be daunting. Some individuals need protein shaker cups. Others may need a tennis racket. No matter the sport, there is something for everyone to receive this year.
For instance, let us say you have a sibling who loves to golf. They used to be on a golf team and it helps them manage their stress levels. One of the best holiday gifts this year to get them are golf memberships to different country clubs.
Country clubs often differ in the types of amenities they offer. Research and see which one is closest to the individual you are buying the gift for. You can always narrow it down to three options and have them choose if things get challenging when deciding which to go with.
Another perfect example of gifts for those who love to be active is getting someone a gift card to a local sports store. This allows them to choose what they want for the sport they love.
It is also to keep an eye out or ask a loved one what they are needing. Someone who is on a baseball team may need a new glove. Another individual who is a weightlifter may need some resistance bands, chalk, or lifting gloves.
No matter the sport, you cannot go wrong as the best holiday gifts this year all focus on your individual and what they love to do.
One cool gift to get someone is a collage of their sporting accomplishments. If you have pictures or know someone who does, collect them over the year. You can create a scrapbook or put the pictures in a collage frame for them to hang in their room.
Gifts for the Art Lovers, Beginners, and Enthusiasts
If you have a niece or nephew who loves to draw, consider buying them some paint and canvases. This can really spark their interest and love of the gift.
Buying for the art lover can go in so many directions as art is:
- Writing
- Dancing
- Painting
- Voice Acting
- Gaming
- Singing
- Magic Tricks
- Acting
This list is not exhaustive. Say, for instance, your best friend loves to act and is in the theater. One of the best holiday gifts this year to get him or her is a couple of paid acting classes. Classes help build the art skills your loved ones already have. It allows them to do what they love while learning. Some acting classes can also help them obtain an agent or roll in a great series or movie.
Gifts for Kids
Getting gifts for kids can be like going through a maze: hard to decide what to do. When shopping for gifts for kids, consider what things to do with kids you have done in the past. Maybe you played dress-up with them. You could have played bowling with them, or, maybe you played some cool video games with them.
No matter the activity, here are a few things you can get kids:
- Nerf Guns
- Board Games
- Barbie Dolls
- Cooking Play Set
- Bicycles
- Trucks or other cars
- Princess Dress-Up Attire
- Video Games
- Coloring Books
- Legos
- Puzzles
- Stuffed Animals
- Books
- Handheld games
This list is never-ending, which is a great thing because there is something for everyone out there. The key to getting kids a gift is to know what they generally enjoy doing or watching.
Kids’ preferences tend to differ in age. Someone who is five will most likely enjoy something different than kids who are 12. If you are still unsure what to get them, ask them, kids will not tell the truth when it comes to getting gifts that they want.
Parents or legal guardians are the best sources to ask what their child wants or needs. Children are almost always going to love something that is wrapped with their name on it. You cannot go wrong no matter the gift you decide to get someone’s child, even your own.
Gifts for Men
Gifts for men is something so many wives, fiances, and significant others struggle with. The best holiday gifts this year to get for men is anything that is simple and something that they want.
Generally, men who like to cook, may enjoy someone giving them bbq grills. For men who like to play basketball, they may enjoy tickets to go see their favorite basketball team play. If this is out of the budget range, consider getting them a new basketball, a jersey, or anything with their favorite team’s logo on it.
Do not panic when it comes to getting gifts for men. Keep it simple, see what they like to do, and get a gift that resonates with both of these. If they say they do not want anything, consider looking at what they need. Some men need a new wallet. Others need a new watch band. It all depends on observation and communicative feedback when deciding what to get men.
Pet Gifts
Pets are family. We love getting our pets treats, new beds, and toys. One thing to consider buying for anyone who has a pet is pet care. Many individuals travel throughout the year. Pet hotels can add up over time. Getting someone a gift card to a pet hotel for one or two nights can work wonders, especially if they travel often.
Gifts for the Business Oriented Individual
Whether someone is a CEO, manager, or entrepreneur, getting individuals gifts for their office is some of the best holiday gifts this year for them. Consider buying them:
- Ergonomic office furniture
- Writing Tools
- Calendar or a planner
- Clock
- Pictures of their loved ones
No matter the route you go, any business-oriented individual is sure to love these types of gifts.
Housing Gifts for Mom and Dad
If your parents have lived in their home for over 20 years, consider buying them services or things for their home.
For instance, if your parent’s roof is coming apart or needs to be looked at by a professional, get them a re-roofing service. Contractors may have specials going on during the holiday season, so this is a great in budget item gift to get.
Some people’s parents are older. In fact, over 50 million people are 65 and older. For individuals who are up there in age, they need to have the things in their house up to date. If you notice someone is having heating or air conditioning problems, consider buying them HVAC maintenance. Staying warm during the winter holiday months is crucial for everyone’s health.
If the heating is the problem you can always gift your parents with residential heating repair services. Taking this financial burden off of them is a double gift. You get to give them two gifts in one. The first, getting new and improved heating or air conditioning services. The second, saving money and time on looking and hiring a contractor to perform such services.
Gifts for Women
During the holiday season, there are many last-minute shoppers. Women generally have shopping done, but their spouse or significant other may not. Women enjoy having their significant other listen to them. Over the year, most individuals will drop hints of what they want for Christmas time. In case, you miss the information, no need to worry.
Women do not generally have one or two things labeled as the best holiday gifts this year. To help you navigate this, consider what the woman likes. What do they enjoy doing when they are not busy working or taking care of their to-do lists? Next, consider what they like wearing. Women who love jewelry may have an entire drawer filled with them. Buy her a jewelry box in her favorite color.
Women who are CEO’s may enjoy having things organized. Consider buying her a planner, calendar for her desk, or something sentimental for her office.
If someone is a stay-at-home mom, consider buying her a spa day. If she doesn’t like spas, consider getting her tickets to her favorite artist or comedian.
Self-Made Gifts
Generally, the best holiday gifts this year aren’t gifts. They are the thought that goes into the gift. Self-made gifts are often remembered for years to come. Some gifts are easier to make than others and cheaper than buying something similar in a store.
If you are on a tight budget, this could be perfect for you. The options for gift making are endless.
Let us say you have a brother who loves working out. He may have an apartment of his own, but no decor. You can buy a canvas, get some paint, and draw him a picture of a weight, award, or even a quote.
If you are wanting to buy someone a calendar, making one can be one of the best holiday gifts this year for them. You can place cute sticky note colors as the dates and change the background with different patterned paper.
If your sister-in-law needs a jewelry box, you can buy one already made. It can be a small wooden box and you can decorate it how you think she would like it.
There are endless ideas for crafted gifts. For little kids, you can create slime. This can keep kids within a certain age range entertained for hours.
If a man is needing some candy by his desk, you can always grab a jar, paint it, modge podge a picture of you two in it and load it up with his favorite candy.
Although these craft ideas can rank up in terms of spending, they can be a stapled memory for years to come.
Gifts for You
During the holidays, a lot of us ask what others want. By the time individuals ask us what we want, we have no answer. That is okay! Now is the time to think. Think about what you want or need. Wanting and needing are two different things. Receiving anything we want brings joy. Receiving anything we have been needing can also bring joy and relief.
When it is time for you tell people what you want, have a small list ready. If you want gift cards, let them know from where.
If you want handmade gifts, consider telling them what types of things you are needing for a certain room or office.
If you are still unsure, consider telling people these things about you to help them in their search on getting you gifts:
- Your favorite color
- Your favorite candy
- Things you enjoy doing
- Your top two movies
- One of your favorite memories
Giving this type of information to people can help them get you the best holiday gifts this year.
No matter the gift. Big or small. One or many. Remember, it is not about the gifts. It is about the thought that goes into the gift. Gifts bring others joy. We are on the search to bring others joy. Giving allows us to do that. With these suggestions, there are gifts for everyone. No matter the budget, and no matter the individual.