August 25, 2009

Gift Ideas Drying up? No more!

On any special day such as Father's day, Mother's day, Christmas, weddings or anniversaries, it brings great joy when gifts fit in time, occasion and the most important, receiver's fondness. No doubt this takes not only sincerity, but creativity, which makes striking out unique gift ideas so nerve-racking to many people. In my opinion, I think materialistic gifts of value may be surprising, however, memorable gift can be much more valuable for its deep meaning and remembrances given by presenter.

Souvenir, one of the most meaningful gift ideas worth considering, is usually memento with local features of certain place, traveling spots and resorts. Some people love collecting souvenirs because to a certain extent souvenirs keep some moments and what they see and feel in their travel. By giving away souvenirs, they share the joys of playing and traveling experiences with their acquaintances. Family, neighbors, friends, classmates, colleagues and clients all could be the lucky receiver. On the other hand, some people love gifting others with souvenirs featuring their hometown to share their culture with people. To them, the souvenirs represent who they are and where they are from. As an example, foreign exchange students often give away key chain or magnet to new friends for self-introduction and better mutual interaction. Chinese students may prepare key chain or magnet of Great Wall to spread the beauty of Chinese antiquity and culture while students from Louisburg, North Carolina prepare whistle key chain to introduce their International Whistlers Convention. Certainly, as time changes souvenirs are getting more and more practical catering to people's needs. After all, souvenirs are to accompany people and keep memorable remembrances for them instead of staying in cabinet they seldom used.

Giving away souvenir spoon, metal jewelry box and purse hanger to family and friends can express much earnestness. Few people can quit their elegant and delicate nature because of the exquisite carving and vivid disposition of local culture or trait of well-know antiquity. Their artistic and classic characteristics make them popular collectables, attracting many collectors to have them. Even for personal collection, they are top choices. On the other hand, a lot of people prefer politician or athlete related souvenirs, PU foam toy or custom printed bag for instance. In places where sportsmen or politicians are born or their merits are made, souvenirs of their figures are always ready for those who are sport or political enthusiasts. In the fever of game seasons and election, such souvenirs are often sold out. In terms of co-workers and clients, office stationery as gift ideas would be mostly taken. Acrylic paperweight, memo clip holder, pencil sharpener and the like are all very sweet and practical choices. In addition, silicon ring is perfect for conference attendees. As for kids, puzzle and plastic toy are especially suitable. Plastic toy brings kids not only much fun, it ensures that they play safely as landscape design puzzles bring them stronger organizing capacity and broader world view.

These inexpensive souvenirs are so beloved of people thanks to the precious value for remembrances and message they carry. Hence they are not hard to find at all. In many places such as airport duty-free shops, resorts, hotel gift shops, convenience stores, gas stations, and rest areas of tollway…, they are popularized well.



Key word: gift ideas, office stationery, souvenir

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