Can´t believe it´s October already and in the stores has arrived little Christmas stuff. I know it´s too early for someone and some even irritate to see Holiday stuff so early in the stores but I think it´s because of economic situations.
People has less money to expense and stores wants to extend biggest and short Holiday time so it starts earlier and earlier every year. I know some people might be precise where to use money and what to buy, some people won´t even noticed Holiday stuff in the stores and some might woke up that he/she needs to buy something for family and friends. Christmas is after all such a short Holiday season so everyone tries their best to get customers buy from them and lure them with special offers.
I personally love Christmas time although my childhood Christmas never was so happy but as a adult I have found it´s warmth and love. Love to spend it with friends, eat good foods and watch Christmas related movies but I´m here to actually represent to you 30 + 5 gift ideas what to buy when you don´t know the recipient´s size.
30 + 5 Gift Ideas For Everyone
1. GIFT CARDS
Buying gift cards is more stylish way to give a gift than money. In Finland we most often give money as gift in the envelope when we don´t know what to buy. This way, the recipient can decide where to spend it but buying nowadays gift cards can be bought so many different stores and with gift cards can be buy also services like Spotify and Netflix.
Who resist beautiful good scents candles? Candles are wonderful gift idea especially when daylight hours are so minimum. Here in Finland we have few daylight hours and rest of days are usually dark so personally I love to burn candles in the evening. They bring such a warm light in the room and creates cozy feeling with warm blankets and hot chocolate. If your friend is too sensitive for scented candles and tealights, you can still buy nice candles that do not have any scent.
3. COFFEE OR TEAS
Coffee and teas are excellent gift choices if your friends and family love to drink one or both of these regularly. I´m coffee lover and I once bought for my grandma special coffee mix which was Vyborg mix since she was from there originally but moved with time to Finand. So go for barista and make some special coffee or tea mix for a friend or for your family member. This way you can tell simply how much she/he means to you.
Books are easy gift to give any book lover friend and they are also easy to wrap. You just need to know their favorite author or what kind style books your friend or family member love to read. Books can be novel, cook book for culinarist friend, hobby related books or travel book to friend who like to travel some special place.
5. NOTE BOOKS
My dearest friend love note books. She got plenty but always want more. Note books are also easy gift idea since note books are empty and your friend or family member can decide what to write in there or maybe draw some sketches. Some note books have dot lines, other just lines and some note books have empty pages so these will go for friend who love to draw.
6. FRAGRANCES & PERFUMES
Fragrances and perfumes are pretty easy gift choices too. I love to buy perfumes for my friend but we have known each other over 20 years so it´s easy to know what kind perfumes other will mostly like. Before you run to buy a perfume or any other fragrance have conversation with your friend or family member what kind scent she/he like. Most certain choice is some light scented perfume that usually go for work or daytime use. Stronger scented perfumes and fragrances goes more night time use.
7. SELF MADE TREATS
Wouldn´t you guess that socks are actually pretty easy to buy as a gift? They actually is. Socks are usually based on shoe size (at least here in Finland) so you can quickly peek your friend´s shoe size without she/he noticed it and buy pair of socks. I personally love fuzzy and soft socks that you can wear in home when floors are cold. Socks are also most wearable thing that quickly worn out. Out there is so many socks and styles. Some of them have humor text in the bottom like "If you can read this, bring me glass a wine" etc.
9. MUGS, WATER BOTTLES, COFFEE CUPS
Mugs, water bottles and coffee cups are also great choices as a gift because they are usually something that everyone of us uses daily.
Mugs with some cute picture or fun inspiring text are always lovely gift and makes happy in the morning.
Water bottles also comes as personalized options. Many water bottles have some beautiful picture or inspiring text on it reminding that drinking water during day. Some water bottles even have flashing light to remind that is time to take a sip of fresh water. Water bottles are also great gift for sporty friend who always love to grab water with in the workout.
10. PETS
Pets may not come first in your mind but they are actually cute gift idea. They cannot wrap like other thing I mention here but you can put some nice bow in their collar or around their neck. Before buying a pet, you need to know if the recipient have any allergies. Many people are allergy for cat or dog hairs but maybe small aquarium works.
11. PECIL CASES
If you can sew, pencil cases are pretty easy to sew yourself. Sewing yourself is beneficial especially when you want to create something unique that store do not have. Also pencil cases can be used as a make-up bag too. In the pencil case fit example lip gloss or lipstick, eyeliner and small mirror. Any student would probably appreciate pencil case since pencils goes so handy in the case and found in one place whenever needed.
I must admit that I personally am little obsessed with stationery stuff. I love to go bookstore and see what new stationery stuff they might have. I love to found new pencils or special design pencil holder or cup. So if your circle of family friends have enthusiastic office worker, focus the gift idea into office supplies and stationery stuff of which he/she might get excited or like. Calendars are also great gift idea and also meeting folders.
13. NECKTIES
Neckties and bow ties and wonderful and easy gift ideas when you don´t know what to buy for him. Neckties and bow ties comes so many variations where to choose. There are even funny ones which have lights or even music. Make sure your if you buy amusing necktie or bow tie the recipient will think same (inner circle joke).
14. CAMERAS
Every family or friends have at least one enthusiastic photographer who always love to take photos of family event, parties etc. Cameras are wonderful gift idea for those who prefer take their photos with actual camera and not with their cellphones although they have pretty good cameras too. If you happen to find vintage camera for a camera collector friend, I´m sure she/he will excited about it.
15. LAPTOPS
Laptops are expensive gifts but so handy. Many uses laptop daily for scrolling internet, to pay their bills, explore social media, look for jobs etc. Many of use laptop during studies or work. Laptops are often use also connection between family and friends.
16. HANDBAGS, PURSES, BACKPACKS, BELT BAGS
17. COSMETICS
Me and my friends are so called "cosmetic monsters". We love to give and receive any cosmetic related gifts. I´m currently planning cosmetic gift basket for my mom. She love to use them but doesn´t know which are suitable her anymore so I thought to collect nice basket with basic cosmetics. Good cosmetics gifts can be buy as a set example shampoo, conditioner and some leave-in treatment for hair or hair mask. Good set can be also consist of day cream, night cream and eye gel/cream. Set doesn´t necessarily include any eyeshadows, liquid foundation or lip glosses where you need know the shade.
18. TOWELS
19. SCARVES
20. ACTIVE WATCHES
For active and sporty people always love to receive sport related things. My friend cave me couple years ago Swarovski crystal decorated sport watch which I love. It´s feminine and it can be use otherwise too, not just when I go jogging. Sport watches have so many different features and styles so before buying any sport watch, try to figure out what the recipient wish for it. Also prices vary from each other. I recommend to start something simple active watch which shows you time, steps, calories and how active you were today in percentage.
14. CAMERAS
Every family or friends have at least one enthusiastic photographer who always love to take photos of family event, parties etc. Cameras are wonderful gift idea for those who prefer take their photos with actual camera and not with their cellphones although they have pretty good cameras too. If you happen to find vintage camera for a camera collector friend, I´m sure she/he will excited about it.
Laptops are expensive gifts but so handy. Many uses laptop daily for scrolling internet, to pay their bills, explore social media, look for jobs etc. Many of use laptop during studies or work. Laptops are often use also connection between family and friends.
Different bags are pretty easy gift ideas. Handbags, purses, belt bags and backpacks comes so many variations and different labels. Most important thing when you select handbag as a gift is to focus how the recipient would carry it - in their hands or does she/he like to carry it on their shoulder. Also how tall/short the recipient is could affect the size of the bag. For small and short people you should buy prefer small handbag since too big bag doesn´t look good. Also choosing any bags is good to consider what kind of stuff the recipient most likely would carry example if she/he carry most often work papers and laptop, then you should choose bag for them.
17. COSMETICS
18. TOWELS
Who wouldn´t love nice, thick soft towels? These are lovely gift idea especially if your friend or family member love to take baths. Soft and thick towels makes luxury feeling and they are also warm to wrap around your body after the relaxing bath. If you want to create home spa feeling, buy also good scented candles and soft slippers. After the long bath the stressful day is forgotten and weekend can be start in most relaxation way.
Scarves are classic gift idea. They come in silk, knitted, crocheted, cotton, fur, faux fur etc. Nowadays, scarves can be oversize so it can be wrap multiple ways around your neck. Some scarves are tube scarves which are easy to wrap around your neck or if they are short tube scarves, they can be just slip through your head. I bought one of these kind scarves for Winter. It have faux fur in the inner side and outside is looks like knitted. It´s easy to slip it just through your head without thinking what kind of scarf knot I want today.
For active and sporty people always love to receive sport related things. My friend cave me couple years ago Swarovski crystal decorated sport watch which I love. It´s feminine and it can be use otherwise too, not just when I go jogging. Sport watches have so many different features and styles so before buying any sport watch, try to figure out what the recipient wish for it. Also prices vary from each other. I recommend to start something simple active watch which shows you time, steps, calories and how active you were today in percentage.
Some active watches can also show blood pressure and heart beats. Of course these are not 100% certain but shows guidance.
21.WALLETS
Wallets are easy gift ideas too. Some like to real leather ones, other faux leather and some fabrics one. Wallets comes so many different design and variations. It´s important to know the recipient little more closely so you can decide which kind of wallet is best. Nowadays, most of us don´t have money, all paid with cards so keep in mind when buying wallet which feature is most needed - places just for cards, places for cards and cash or just for cash. Wallet can be made for yourself if you are crafty person or buy it from store.
23. SHAVERS, TRIMMERS & BEARD ACCESSORIES
So you have proud beard friend or husband who like to take care of his beard. All kind of beard trimmers and shavers are probably most welcoming gift idea for this fellow. Also there are available beard waxes, balsams and conditioner oils, shaping scissors, different kind combs and brushes. If you beard friend love to braid it or decorate it with something, there are also available different kind beard beads.
24. BED LINENS
Bed linens are quite popular gift idea here in Finland. I bought last year for my friend bead linens when I happen to find beautiful Vallila (Finnish family business which sells interior fabrics carpets, curtains, wallpapers etc.) duvet and pillow cover set. I also bought pink sheet since she love everything pink. Before buying bed linens, all you need to know which size bed the recipient have (single, twin/double, king).
26. KEYCHAINS
Keychains are good gift ideas too. The key chain can be inspirational quote, initial letter, made from different beads or simply have some metal charm in it. Also keychain can be a tag where is engraved the recipient´s name, calendar, latitude/longitude in some special place. Keychains are good gift idea for couple, pet lover or enthusiastic car friend who surely love to receive keychain with his dream or favorite car model logo.
27. LIGHTERS
Smoking is a bad habit but still lighter with engraved name is popular. Lighters can be also have some logo or other picture. Most unique lighter is shape of bullet which can be found on Etsy. Also lighter case is nice additional gift idea.
29. COLORING BOOKS FOR ADULTS
I´m sure you probably laugh when you read this title or think whaaat, this is childish but it actually not childish at all. Studies have shown that stress level will decrease when adult is using coloring book. Coloring images is stress relieving therapy. My friend bought for my coloring book for adult and I love to color it time to time. I find it so relaxing and after coloring I can focus more important things better.
30. PICTURE COLLAGES
Picture collages are wonderful gift idea. In the collage you can gather your favorite photos in one place. Happy memories are always nice to hang on the wall. I made for a friend picture collage of inspirational quotes. Just needed to save images from the internet and printed them out. After buying suitable frame, I planned the picture collage and wrap it. So picture collage can be made several things, let your creative side step forward.
1. DVD:S & CD:S
Does someone in your friends or family collect dvd:s or dc:s? These are easy gift idea when you know what type movies she/he likes to watch or listen. Buying movie from favorite actor can´t go wrong or buying new cd from her/his favorite artist is most likely welcome gift. My friend have actually bought for me my favorite artist cd and must say, I love to receive it and every time I listen it, I remember that it was gift from my friend too.
Wallets are easy gift ideas too. Some like to real leather ones, other faux leather and some fabrics one. Wallets comes so many different design and variations. It´s important to know the recipient little more closely so you can decide which kind of wallet is best. Nowadays, most of us don´t have money, all paid with cards so keep in mind when buying wallet which feature is most needed - places just for cards, places for cards and cash or just for cash. Wallet can be made for yourself if you are crafty person or buy it from store.
22. ONE SIZE GLOVES
Surprisingly many things comes nowadays in so called one size. This usually means that the material is flexible but not endless flexible so one size is good choice when you don´t know the recipient´s hand, head or foot size. These kind product usually go for almost anyone even adult. One size gloves are usually light and machine knitted gloves which goes well for Autumn time and in the Winter, you can use these gloves also underneath some gloves to keep your hand warm. Some one size gloves have touch-screen finger which is ideally good but when I tested these at the store and they didn´t work for my Iphone so test the touch-screen finger at the store before buying. Some might work but don´t rely on the tag completely.
So you have proud beard friend or husband who like to take care of his beard. All kind of beard trimmers and shavers are probably most welcoming gift idea for this fellow. Also there are available beard waxes, balsams and conditioner oils, shaping scissors, different kind combs and brushes. If you beard friend love to braid it or decorate it with something, there are also available different kind beard beads.Bed linens are quite popular gift idea here in Finland. I bought last year for my friend bead linens when I happen to find beautiful Vallila (Finnish family business which sells interior fabrics carpets, curtains, wallpapers etc.) duvet and pillow cover set. I also bought pink sheet since she love everything pink. Before buying bed linens, all you need to know which size bed the recipient have (single, twin/double, king).
25. BROOCHES
Brooches are nice gift idea and I´m not talking about just traditional brooches. Brooches comes nowadays with crystals and rhinestones which are excellent choice if the recipient love sparkling jewelry. Some brooches are made of different gemstones or resin. Brooches are also made from photo or have some other picture in the under of the glass dome. In my Etsy shop I have bronze brooches which have different butterfly picture. Brooches can be use in the jacket, blouses, bags or hats. Many also use brooches as a scarves too to hold up two ends together.
Brooches are nice gift idea and I´m not talking about just traditional brooches. Brooches comes nowadays with crystals and rhinestones which are excellent choice if the recipient love sparkling jewelry. Some brooches are made of different gemstones or resin. Brooches are also made from photo or have some other picture in the under of the glass dome. In my Etsy shop I have bronze brooches which have different butterfly picture. Brooches can be use in the jacket, blouses, bags or hats. Many also use brooches as a scarves too to hold up two ends together.
26. KEYCHAINS
Keychains are good gift ideas too. The key chain can be inspirational quote, initial letter, made from different beads or simply have some metal charm in it. Also keychain can be a tag where is engraved the recipient´s name, calendar, latitude/longitude in some special place. Keychains are good gift idea for couple, pet lover or enthusiastic car friend who surely love to receive keychain with his dream or favorite car model logo.
Smoking is a bad habit but still lighter with engraved name is popular. Lighters can be also have some logo or other picture. Most unique lighter is shape of bullet which can be found on Etsy. Also lighter case is nice additional gift idea.
28. FOR SPORTY PEOPLES
For sporty and active people gift ideas are easy when you can buy something that they can use in their hobbies. Yoga friend would probably will delight of new yoga mat or yoga clothes. Also yoga strap, ball, blocks or circles are good gift ideas that can be used during yoga practice. A friend who like to jogging would probably love to receive new running sneakers, new sport pants or shirts. So think about some hobby and try to figure out what you would need if you go to do the same hobby.
For sporty and active people gift ideas are easy when you can buy something that they can use in their hobbies. Yoga friend would probably will delight of new yoga mat or yoga clothes. Also yoga strap, ball, blocks or circles are good gift ideas that can be used during yoga practice. A friend who like to jogging would probably love to receive new running sneakers, new sport pants or shirts. So think about some hobby and try to figure out what you would need if you go to do the same hobby.
I´m sure you probably laugh when you read this title or think whaaat, this is childish but it actually not childish at all. Studies have shown that stress level will decrease when adult is using coloring book. Coloring images is stress relieving therapy. My friend bought for my coloring book for adult and I love to color it time to time. I find it so relaxing and after coloring I can focus more important things better.
30. PICTURE COLLAGESPicture collages are wonderful gift idea. In the collage you can gather your favorite photos in one place. Happy memories are always nice to hang on the wall. I made for a friend picture collage of inspirational quotes. Just needed to save images from the internet and printed them out. After buying suitable frame, I planned the picture collage and wrap it. So picture collage can be made several things, let your creative side step forward.
And I promise to you 5 more gift ideas what to buy to family, friends, boss or co-workers when you don´t know what size they will use.
1. DVD:S & CD:S
Does someone in your friends or family collect dvd:s or dc:s? These are easy gift idea when you know what type movies she/he likes to watch or listen. Buying movie from favorite actor can´t go wrong or buying new cd from her/his favorite artist is most likely welcome gift. My friend have actually bought for me my favorite artist cd and must say, I love to receive it and every time I listen it, I remember that it was gift from my friend too.
2. BOARD GAMES & JIGSAW PUZZLES
Board games and puzzles are good gift ideas too. Buying broad games will bring friends and family close and everyone have good time. Out there are so many different kind board games example for couples - Relationship building games, quizzes like who wants to be a millionaire or trivial pursuit. Puzzles are also good gift ideas. I´m not just talking about traditional 1000 pieces puzzles. Nowadays, you can buy puzzles that are 3D, glowing in the dark or have metal glow. Some places you can design your own jigsaw puzzle from your favorite photo.
Board games and puzzles are good gift ideas too. Buying broad games will bring friends and family close and everyone have good time. Out there are so many different kind board games example for couples - Relationship building games, quizzes like who wants to be a millionaire or trivial pursuit. Puzzles are also good gift ideas. I´m not just talking about traditional 1000 pieces puzzles. Nowadays, you can buy puzzles that are 3D, glowing in the dark or have metal glow. Some places you can design your own jigsaw puzzle from your favorite photo.
3. JEWELRY TREES
Does your friend or family member have a lot of jewelry? If so, buying jewelry tree can be good gift idea. Usually trees are meant to hang couple necklaces and earrings but if your friend or family member have a lot of them lying around table, you should buy bracelet racket, necklace hooks or earring racket where can be hung several jewelry. That way she can keep her precious jewelry in organize and found them whenever she needs them. I bought for my friend bracelet racket although it can be self made too if you are crafty person but buying them in ready are usually more sturdy.
Does your friend or family member have a lot of jewelry? If so, buying jewelry tree can be good gift idea. Usually trees are meant to hang couple necklaces and earrings but if your friend or family member have a lot of them lying around table, you should buy bracelet racket, necklace hooks or earring racket where can be hung several jewelry. That way she can keep her precious jewelry in organize and found them whenever she needs them. I bought for my friend bracelet racket although it can be self made too if you are crafty person but buying them in ready are usually more sturdy.
4. SHIATSU MASSAGE
Having a back pain and no time to go for masseur? Consider to buy a shiatsu massage chair or pillow which can easily use whenever suits for you. My friend bought to me shiatsu pillow. It´s handy because I can place it anywhere near wall plug and enjoy the massage when I read or watch my favorite movie. Shiatsu chair is also comfortable. There´s available separately shiatsu chairs but also seats that can be place any high back chairs. Shiatsu massage is very gently massage method which works well is the pain area is very sore.
Having a back pain and no time to go for masseur? Consider to buy a shiatsu massage chair or pillow which can easily use whenever suits for you. My friend bought to me shiatsu pillow. It´s handy because I can place it anywhere near wall plug and enjoy the massage when I read or watch my favorite movie. Shiatsu chair is also comfortable. There´s available separately shiatsu chairs but also seats that can be place any high back chairs. Shiatsu massage is very gently massage method which works well is the pain area is very sore.
5. TECHNIQUE ACCESSORIES
Do you belong those people who always look new technique accessories? If yes, these gifts are for you. Technique people would love to receive any portable charger for their phones, cordless headphones, USB devices etc.Also Ikea offers work lamp which have wireless chargers so you´ll get a lamp for reading or studies and charge your phone at the same time. There´s also available all kinds of safety glasses, solar chargers, waterproof cover bags for phone, wireless speakers and USB plugs where you can charge three or more device at the same time. I´m sure any technique accessory lover would be happy to receive any of these kind gifts.
I hope these tips will give you guidelines and ideas what to buy for family, friends, co-workers etc. Love to hear your comments too so feel free to comment and tell more good gift ideas.
~ Minna
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