1- Give a gift certificate for a professional photo session. This is a unique shower gift for an expectant Mom. Many freelance photographers and studios offer gift certificates for sitting fees or complete photo packages depending on your price range. This is a gift you know will definitely be put to good use as new parents can’t get enough pictures of their bundle of joy.

2- For the couple who has everything, why not give a gift certificate for ballroom dance lessons? Ballroom dancing has made a big comeback and it ensures the couple will have fun while spending quality time alone. If they have small children, you could also include a coupon for free babysitting!

3- Do you have a difficult time expressing how you feel about someone you love. Do you find yourself at a loss for words? Have a professional poem writer put your feelings on paper. After you provide them with some basic information, they will create everything you want to say but don’t know how. A very romantic gift!

4- Sign a child up for a Sticker of The Month Club. Children love to get mail! This is a very inexpensive gift that keeps on giving as you can sign up for a 3 month, 6 month or 12 month package. Each month the child will receive a sticker book, collection of stickers, pencils and coloring sheets. I’ve given this gift on many occasions and I can guarantee you it is a winner.

5- Name a Star after someone you love. Nothing is more romantic than the two of you gazing up at the stars! You will receive a certificate of authenticity with the star’s name to gift wrap and then together you can search for your star.

6- Tired of giving candy to your girlfriend or wife? How about chocolate body paints instead? A set of paints and brushes is under $20.00. It is fun, delicious and definitely a new twist on giving candy.

7- As a person struggling with the effects of Multiple Sclerosis, nothing makes me happier than when someone makes a donation to the MS Society in my name. It doesn’t need to be a large donation, it is just a heartwarming thought that someone cares so much. Everyone has a charity that is close to their heart. Contact them a send a donation in a loved one’s name. They will receive a beautiful card stating that you had made a donation on their behalf.

8- Have an old family heirloom photo restored and framed. You can also have an artist draw the photo into a portrait to give it a brand new look. A sentimental gift for any family member.

9- Take advantage of modern technology and have a photo made into a blanket. Great idea for new parents or grandparents so they can always cuddle up with their children.

10- Have a print framed of a favorite artists’ work or a special city you have visited. It provides creative home decor and helps to keep the memory alive. www.art.com has thousands of prints and frames to choose from.


Author Jacqueline Oddo is a Work At Home Mother of two girls. She has over 15 years experience in sales and marketing and is the webmaster for http://www.thegiftguidemall.com where many of the gift ideas in this article can be found.

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