This post is sponsored by Storyworth.
Christmas is always so special getting to spend time with loved ones. However, choosing the ideal present for grandparents can be a bit of a challenge. Every year I wondered what to buy my grandparents for Christmas, until I heard about these ideas, which hopefully can help you as well.
I’ve got two golden rules for selecting grandparent gifts: simplicity and sentiment. I want the gifts to be either something that’s easy for them to use, or is something special. So here are my top recommendations on gifts for grandparents! (And just a hint – collaborating on gifts among siblings or cousins can also be a great way to share costs)!
1. STORYWORTH
This gift has been an absolute game-changer for my grandparents. Storyworth is our go-to recommendation every year because it’s a fantastic way to immortalize your grandparents’ memories within a beautiful keepsake book.
Here’s how it works: Weekly questions about their life are emailed to your grandparents. At the year’s end, these answers culminate into a beautifully bound book. It’s a great way to show your grandparents that they’re on your mind throughout the year and an excellent way to keep in touch! Being email-based, it’s the perfect last-minute gift that the entire family can cherish forever.
What makes it extra special is that flipping through this book becomes a treasured tradition. Plus, it’s a gift that keeps giving throughout the year! The weekly questions are fantastic conversation starters and have brought me closer to my grandparents. Documenting these stories is an amazing way to remember your grandparents, plus can give them something fun to look forward to each week.
2. DIGITAL PICTURE FRAME
Grandparents adore pictures of their grandkids, but these often get lost in texts or emails. A perfect solution? Gift them an electronic picture frame! It allows them to proudly display these memories all year round. The Skylight Frame is an easy-to-use frame that displays emailed photos almost instantly. There’s no need for an app, and it’s incredibly user-friendly. Family members can effortlessly send their favorite photos, ensuring Grandma’s kitchen boasts a rotating gallery of precious moments.
3. ARTWORK DISPLAY FRAME
Sometimes, the simplest ideas make the best gifts. Enter Lil Davinci Photo Frames. For grandparents (or parents!) who love showcasing their grandkids’ artwork, this is an absolute winner. Watch their Amazon page video to see how it works! Essentially, it’s a physical frame capable of storing up to 50 pieces of artwork. So when your kid creates a masterpiece for grandpa, it’s as easy as opening the frame, slotting in the new photo, and voila! A new addition to their aspiring Picasso collection without the clutter on the fridge or the stress of choosing which artwork to keep.
4. GARDENING KIT
Consider gifting a complete gardening kit for grandparents who have a green thumb or want to explore gardening. A set of high-quality gardening tools, seed packets of their favorite plants, and perhaps a gardening book or magazine subscription can ignite their passion for nature and provide a fulfilling hobby.
5. HANDWRITTEN LETTERS
This one is the most budget friendly yet special ideas! Craft a collection of handwritten letters from various family members, expressing gratitude and sharing personal anecdotes. Compile these letters into a beautifully decorated box or album. These heartfelt messages will be treasured by grandparents and serve as a timeless keepsake.
