Parrothead Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 I have a handful of mature to elderly relatives that I would like to get some kind of small gift to brighten up the winter months. They all have to be shipped and Amazon does that for free. I'm just out of ideas after Christmas. So if you were 65+ what is something you'd like but might not necessarily purchase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 What are their interests? MIL (78 yo) likes her garden, home and cooking. The presents that have gone down the best have been fairly practical things, pretty cake tins or things for her kitchen. We also have a company in the UK that ships very nice, sometimes unusual, plants that are presented beautifully, I've sent MIL an orange plant and an olive tree in the past both of which were well received. I would never dream of getting her anything personal, like toiletries or clothes, as at her age she has very definite tastes which I could not guarantee I'd get right. She's always very grateful for a bottle of anything alcoholic ;). Hope that helps, I'll keep thinking while I cook tea :001_smile:. Best wishes Cassy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningmama Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 I would say plants/flowers, either fake or easy to take care of real. A nice picture/frame, pretty kitchen towels, a nice basket (maybe with lotions/soaps/etc). Floral swags or wreaths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kalmia Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Birds and Blooms Magazine is very cheerful in the winter months. I've known several ladies in their 70s+ that received them. Plus they get mail that is not a bill. Looks like it is $20 for two years. It may take a month or two to get started though. https://order.birdsandblooms.com/pubs/RM/BNB/BNB-1106-Microsite-Index.jsp?null=102158&cds_mag_code=BNB&id=1327514126838&lsid=20251155268041465&vid=1&cds_page_id=102158&9gag=2124016990&9gtype=search&9gad=8935079230.1&9gkw=birds+and+blooms+magazine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 A really good non fragrant hand lotion A colorful warm scarf or shawl, I've found wearing a scarf at home helps keep me warmer. Hobby projects A really nice soup mix funky socks- you're never too old for funky socks nice stationery and a good quality pens - I like the Sharpie pens and stamps so they could Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Hiking socks, the really good kind that have two layers from REI. They are still new enough that they have not really caught on, and they keep your feet warmer than any other socks I have ever tried. It seems like LOL's always have cold feet and hands. For hands, those compression gloves with the half fingers are really nice for arthritis. Large print books (devotionals?) are welcomed even by people who can see fairly well just because they are easier to read. Shelled nuts--my DMIL cannot shell nuts very easily anymore, and really appreciates it when we send her a bag of fresh walnuts, all shelled and ready to pop into the freezer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrothead Posted January 25, 2012 Author Share Posted January 25, 2012 Great ideas. I can even spread them out throughout the year. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lailasmum Posted January 25, 2012 Share Posted January 25, 2012 Craft type kits could be a nice way to brighten up a dull day. Or a general craft or hobby magazine/book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 I might embroider some pretty pillowcases. I did this for all of our elderly relatives and they were thrilled, every single one of them that I would put that work into a gift for them. They are cheap to make and ship as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Do they have longish hair they wear up? Lilla Rose has pretty clips. I think someone on here is a consultant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tracy in Ky Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 A Burt's Bees sampler lit with lotions, soaps, lip balms and toothpaste! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kewb Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 Something consumable. My grandma is turning a 100 this year and she has more nightgowns/robes/personalized stationary/jewelry then she will ever use. For actual things she likes to get flowers and sweet treats (Grandma loves her donuts). She also loves small photo albums of the great-grandkids. Mostly she wants our time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted January 26, 2012 Share Posted January 26, 2012 How about a magazine subscription? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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