It’s time to put your creative gifts hat on! Shopping for the women in your life can sometimes be hard. It can be tougher if you know the person really well, such as your sibling, wife, partner, or mom.
Begin by making a list of things that define them. For example, are they into gadgets? What’s her hobby? Is she into fashion? Or does she indulge in cooking? We are here to narrow down your list of creative ways to give gifts to a special woman in your life.
Pre-Shopping Tips
There are factors such as budget, time, and location that can get in the way of your plans. So it’s ideal to give yourself a reality check. Here’s a list of things you must consider to come up with a solid plan.
Budget
What’s your budget for purchasing gifts for her? If you don’t have one, then she is definitely in for a treat. Just in case you do, you should narrow down your options based on your spending limit.
Time
Do you have enough time to pull this off? Is it a day, a few days, a week, a month, or even a year? (Is anyone else hearing that epic soundtrack from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. right now)? Anyways, back to business. So, if you are rushing to get her something last minute, then don’t waste any more time with planning, just go for it. But if you have some time, you can mesmerize her with something unique.
Occasion
Another deciding factor – what’s the occasion? Is it her birthday? A milestone celebration? The essence of the gift depends on the occasion. For example, if it’s for your anniversary, you ought to give a sweet jewelry piece or travel ticket. If it’s for a colleague’s farewell, you could give her a nice bottle of wine that she enjoys.
Location
Is it a long-distance relationship? Then the whole scenario changes because whatever gift you pick for your loved one, it has to travel well. You also have to include the delivery costs in your budget. If she lives near you, then this point is not applicable to you.
After we have dealt with the factors above, we can now move on to our epic list of creative gifts for her. We have categorized them into strategies that can further guide you. Keep scrolling to find one that’s ideal for her.
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Creative Gifts for Her
We have an endless list of gifts for her. But, it’s wiser to make a little more effort than to pick out a card and a bouquet. We want to slightly shift the spotlight to her – the recipient. So what’s she like? How does she spend her days? What does she love doing? What is the one thing that would mean the world to her – like literally make her life easy? These are the right questions you should be asking yourself before you even begin to explore your options.
Be a Problem Solver
The most practical way to go about it is to get her something that will make her life easy. If you know her well, you should find out if she is struggling with something.
It could be a car problem or something techy that needs expert advice. It could even be an item that saves her time. We feel that this approach is the winner because happiness comes from removing negatives, rather than adding positives.
Start by identifying a problem. Like, fix annoyances. If you are observant, you may have noticed she struggled with leaking sinks. Here are a few ideas to give you examples of great problem-solver gifts.
Toolbox
A toolbox is the best alternative to a handyman, which can be expensive in most parts of the world, especially in Australia. It shows that you truly want to give them a unique gift that is a great problem solver out there.
Lawn Mower/Vaccum Cleaner
She may have mentioned that she needed to replace her lawnmower or get a vacuum cleaner. Or even just that this chore is taking more time or effort due to the machine’s condition. Why don’t be a gem and just replace it for her? Another way to be her hero!
Massager
This is a two-in-one gift. It is definitely a problem solver, and also a pampering gift. Allow her to put her feet up or down at the end of the day so that she can relax at her own convenience. She will surely be thankful to you for this gesture.
Maid/Cleaning Subscription Service
She would absolutely bless you forever if you gift her either of these. A weekly maid service can make anyone’s life easy. Spoil her by giving her a break from household chores. A perfect gift for a wife or mom!
Car Wash service
This is a very tedious task for any car driver. Who wants to spend their weekends washing their car? Plus, it’s hard work. She would love the idea of you wanting to make her life easy by giving her pre-paid car wash coupons.
Don’t Overthink
Of course, as a gift-giver, you want to show your generosity and creativity through your gift. But don’t mislead yourself into thinking that you know them fully. Ask them how they feel about certain things before you go and purchase them – unless you want it to be a surprise. It’s better to be safe. Give yourself the chance to know them better. Or just simply give them what they want.
It may come across as “no-efforts-given”, but if they directly asked for it, don’t overthink, just get it.
Gadgets
Gadgets can be one of the perfect creative gifts. If they have been eyeing a certain device, such as a phone, laptop, Tablet, kindle reader, etc – you can get it for them if it is within your budget.
Handbag
They probably know their fashion game better than you. So it’s best to take them out on a shopping spree. They will appreciate the gesture of letting them choose their gift.
Jewelry
If you want to give them a pendant, or earrings, let them choose it. You can go along to buy them for her as this way it will be a memorable day for the both of you.
Kitchenware/ Homeware
If they have a knack for cooking, take them out to buy kitchen utensils. A pan, a set of knives, a spatula, etc. A home decor store is also a nice place to visit for shopping for a lady. Let them get matching runners, tableware throws – as long as it is within your budget.
Books/Courses
If they have expressed their interest in enrolling in a course to develop a certain skill, help them out. They could also be searching for a book for a long time, so try to source it for her.
If they have a creative and artsy side, like painting, give them ideas on how to leverage their skill. For example, buy them books to read on how creative girls can sell their artwork online. They will always remember you for your constant support.
Quality over Quantity
Quality must always be ensured if it’s for a present. Whether it is a physical or an experience gift, try to maintain the quality of it. With a tight budget, stick to simple experience gifts such as picnics, homemade meals, house parties, etc.
If you want to go all out, plan a trip or a getaway. Nothing tops an experience gift such as a surprise holiday.
Final Thoughts
There’s a pool of creative and interesting gifts ideas all over the internet, but going through too many options doesn’t solve the problem. In fact, it can cloud your thinking even more.
Sometimes, focusing on the recipient has all the answers. Ultimately, whatever you choose, it should be personalized. Don’t forget to sneak in a note to woo her – it’s the little details that make all the difference. Happy shopping for the perfect creative gifts for her!