Are you tired of giving and receiving wall clocks, glassware and candles as home and garden gifts? Though, all these items are good ideas and everyone could always use more, their purchase requires little thought and effort. Anyone can pick up a new set of glasses on their way to a party and present it to the hosts upon their arrival. However, if you want the gifts you give to stand out from the others, then try one or more of these simple ideas.
Personalize Your Gifts
By personalizing a gift, you’re telling the recipient that you put some thought into the gift in advance and that you wanted to make the gift special. You’re telling them that you didn’t just pick something up off the shelf at a local department store as an afterthought, throw it in your shopping cart, and presto. You’re showing them that you took the time to look around, gave name or monogram details, and made sure that it was ready in plenty of time for the occasion.
Some home and garden gifts that can be personalized include throws for the family room, ice buckets, serving trays, plaques, garden stones and even door knockers. If you do intend to purchase the...