Are you searching for the perfect gift?? Let's get creative and have some fun with those who are still on your shopping list.
We're going to dive deep into the world of consumable gifts. The gifts that can be thoroughly enjoyed. Used up. And won't end up in a pile to be donated or priced for a yard sale.
My definition of a consumable gift is that it can be 100% used up in a timely manner. Like toilet paper and candles and coffee.
It's true that gift cards will be used up. But, if they end up buying non-consumables then that kind of defeats the purpose. So, for this consumable gift discussion, gift cards are in the maybe but probably not category. Plus, they aren't creative at all. So, let's have some fun with this!!
Whether it's a gift swap game like we are doing at my parent's house this year or a secret sister or an adult child or someone younger, there are consumable options for all ages and stages of life. And, 9.75 times out of 10 they will be appreciated and enjoyed!! (and, for that .25, you may not ever find the perfect gift ...)
In no particular order, here's the first batch of ideas:
battery stockpile
snacks (salty & sweet)
specialty food items (jars of hot sauce, jams, pickled foods, etc)
toiletries (yes, like toilet paper! & soaps, hair products, etc)
cleaning supplies
candles (go ahead & toss in a clicker even tho it's not consumable because those run out quickly!)
notecards & stamps
birthday party supplies (this was a favorite 2 years ago at a family swap game!)
office supplies (sticky notes!! and favorite pens! yes, please!)
coffees, teas, sodas
Especially for kids:
craft supplies: stickers, blank paper, new crayons
favorite snacks
Yoo-Hoo's, juice boxes & other special beverages
Some ideas for at-home experiences:
movie night at home kit w/ popcorn, movie candy, etc.
ice cream sundae kit (disposable bowls & spoons, all the toppings)
hot chocolate kit (cocoa, marshmallows, candy cane sticks, chocolate bits, styrofoam cups)
smores kit (graham crackers, chocolate bars, marshmallows, cute napkins)
spa basket w/ lotions, body scrubs, nail polish, etc
Gifts of time:
coupons for home cooked meals
an afternoon of errands (like a personal assistant!)
baby-sitting for an afternoon ... or overnight
house-cleaning services
car detailing services
Tickets/Passes for away from home experiences:
spa day
zoo
museum
theme park
week at the beach
movie tickets
sporting event
concert
Has this stirred your creativity? Ready to finish up that shopping list??!!!!?
What other ideas would you add to these lists?
Definitely send them my way ... I'm stuck on a few people myself ...
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