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10 Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Grandparents Day
Gifts for grandparents that they'll 100% love!
By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | August 20, 2020
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Unlike Mother's Day or Father's Day, Grandparents Day is not usually celebrated widely in the Philippines. The first Grandparents Day happened in 1973 in West Virginia, and only after some years did the occasion transition into a worldwide event. This special day aims to honor grandparents and give them appreciation.
There are many ways to show your love to your lolo (grandpa) and lola (grandma) this Grandparents Day 2019, but one of the most popular ways is giving gifts. If you’re clueless about what gifts for grandparents would be best, don’t you worry because Yoorekka got you covered. Below are thoughtful gift ideas that will make your grandparents feel loved this Grandparents Day 2019.
1. “I Love You” Music Box
The designs of the wooden ox features works of award-winning graphic artist Robert Alejandro.
Images: Papemelroti Website
If you’re too shy to say “I love you” to your grandparents, express it through music! Music has been proven to uplift moods, trigger memories, and reduce stress—all important benefits for senior citizens. Integrate music into your grandparents’ lives with Papemelroti’s wooden music box. The beautifully crafted music box, which can store precious trinkets and heirlooms, plays the tune of “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” when opened.
2. Portrait Painting
Where to buy: Various artists
Price: Commission rates vary depending on the artist
Paintings are great gift ideas because they are timeless and evoke emotions.
Images: Left, JM Lisondra Website; Right, Pixabay
Personalized gifts are memorable because they are unique. If you are blessed with painting skills, you can make a portrait of your grandparents. But if you’re not, you can commission an artist to do the portrait for you. You can find artists in malls or even online, but you have to commission the work in advance to give the artist enough time to finish it. Paint materials would also be an excellent gift idea if your grandparents paint or draw during their free time.
3. Lolo and Lola Couple Bedroom Slippers
You can purchase the slippers as solor or for two.
Images: Me&U Website
Make sure your grandpa and grandma’s feet are snug and comfy all the time. Me & U’s lolo and lola (grandpa and grandma) slippers not only state the obvious that your grandparents are the best, but they are also made from comfortable pure cotton fabric. The slippers are also made with padded soft foam on the inner sole so that your grandparents’ feet can breathe. These easy to slip-on pairs are ideal as house slippers.
4. Hip flask
The hip flasks are made from stainless steel.
Images: The Craft Central Website
Hip flasks have been around in history; in fact, soldiers, explorers, and even Pope Pius XII used these to carry their precious drinks. This Grandparents Day, give your grandpa (or grandma!) a fancy way to store his favorite drinks. Whiskey, bourbon, rum, gin, or brandy can be stored in this timeless hip flask from The Craft Central. It can store 8 ounces of liquid and features engraved inspirational quotes.
5. “I Love You, Lolo” and “I Love You, Lola” Couple Mugs
Where to buy: Mug Shop Manila’s website
Price: PhP200 each
Mug Shop Manila also offers customized mugs.
Images: Left, Mug Shop Manila Website; Right, Mug Shop Manila Facebook Page
Mugs are versatile gifts ideas that fit almost any occasion. Not only are they suitable for any event, but they are also customizable and useful. You can even put your thoughts into your cup. This Grandparents Day, give your beloved lolo and lola a customized set of mugs that will remind them of you. The “I love you, lolo” and “I love you, lola” migs from Mug Shop Manila will remind them how much you love them every time they drink their morning coffee.
6. Personalized Photo Book
Where to buy: Photobook Philippines’ website
Price: Starts at PhP1,800
Photobook Philippines also has various photo book templates, making it easy for you to come up with a beautiful book in no time.
Images: Photobook Website
Your grandparents have been around for a long time, so on their special day, why not evoke nostalgia and make them reminisce about the good old days? Gift them something that showcases their best moments captured on camera, like Photobook Philippines’ personalized photo book. A great gift for your sentimental folks, the photo book is a keepsake of your grandparents’ precious memories and photos. It can be customized by design, size, cover type, and binding, so the result will definitely be what you want it to be!
7. Hybrid Rechargeable Radio
The pocket radio has an antenna that can rotate 360 degrees.
Images: Pensonic Website
Do your grandparents still prefer the old-fashioned way of listening to music and getting news through the radio? Then give them one that they can take anywhere! Pensonic’s hybrid rechargeable radio is a portable AM and FM radio that has a rechargeable battery. Sound comes from a dynamic bass speaker, ensuring that the audio will be clear and understandable.
8. Triangle Tribal Socks
Where to buy: Comfy Socks’ website
Price: PhP550
Comfy Socks offers vibrant socks that will bring color to any dull outfit.
Images: Comfy Socks Website
Comfy Sock’s pair of triangle tribal socks is a perfect gift for the hip and trendy grandparent. Featuring fun and colorful prints, these pairs are anything but boring! The socks are also made from cotton, wool, polyamide, and elastane. Sizes range from 5 to 10 (US Men) and 6 to 11.5 (US Women).
9. Every Day Is A Fresh Start Art Journal
The journal is made from eco-friendly 100% recycled paper.
Images: Papemelroti Website
Do your grandparents love to record details about their life through writing? If they do, give them a journal where they can keep track of their thoughts daily. Papemelroti’s Every Day Is A Fresh Start art journal lets your grandparents jot down notes or even plan their days and weeks ahead. Some pages can also be used for sketching artsy doodles.
10. Tricolor Check Scarf
Where to buy: Mango stores and website
Price: PhP1,495
The tricolor check scarf has a frayed edge detail.
Images: Mango Website
It’s a fact that elders tend to get cold faster than young people. A scarf is a great gift for a grandparent who is always on the go: it is easy to carry around, can be worn instantly when the cold hits, and can be easily taken off when the temperature gets warm. Mango’s tricolor check scarf can be a great addition to your grandparents’ closet. Not only is it chic but it is also made from soft fabric. The scarf comes in pastel yellow and pale pink.
In the end, although delightful gifts are nice to give this Grandparents Day, what’s more important is to spend time with your beloved grandparents. This is how you can make them feel loved and appreciated the most!
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This article was originally published in Yoorekka on September 04, 2019.
About Denisse Shawntel Tan
Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.
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