Lots and Lots of Gift Ideas

I couldn't resist

For the Office... clock for a desk or a wall, desk-top organizer with matching waste basket, letter opener, magazine subscription, briefcase, latest book on management, pocket calculator, desk calendar, pen/pencil set, dictionary/thesaurus set, ,magazine rack, ashtrays, thermos set with tray, bar accessories (if they have a bar), large standing plant, bookends, attractive jar filled with candies, wall mirror, leather telephone directory cover.

For the Home... books relating to a hobby, games, food or drink, stationery, kitchen equipment, cookbook, favorite recipes, house-hold hint book, knife-set, cutting board, condiment set, serving tray, barbecue set, picnic basket, cooler, potpourri, candles,  flowers, large plant, recorded music, pieces to add to an existing collection, personal letter or card.

For a Special Occasion... (recognition, retirement...) tie clip, brooch, watch, bracelet, other jewelry, fine clock, plaque, embossed scrapbook (with pictures already mounted, if possible), tickets for an event, trip or cruise,  "roasting". piece of antique furniture, work of art  ( framed painting, drawing, lithograph, poster, or small statue), hobby or sports item (painting, golf, tennis...), membership at a country club or health spa. (Items can be embossed or engraved with the company logo and/or the recipient's name.)

For Someone Who Is Sick... amusing book, flowering plant, cologne, cosmetics or toiletries, room spray, bath soap, game, soft sculpture, robe, slippers, card, poster  with individual good wishes from group members, memory book or filled photo album, hand-work set like needle-point, knitting or crocheting.  If the person is bed bound but feeling good, blank note cards or stationery to make their time seem productive.

For New Mom and Baby... diapers (disposable or cloth), plant or flower arrangement, card, baby quilt, baby mug and spoon, bibs, rattle, soft toy, baby book or journal, baby clothes sized between six and eighteen months, stroller, book on names, baby care book (if first baby), high-chair dining set, individual or group collection of favorite lullabies, subscription to a parenting magazine subscription, baby travel kit.

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Food... cheeses , jams/jellies, nuts, cookies, candy, fresh fruit, dried fruit, baked goods, exotic or regional foods, selected sauces, selected teas, small squashes, smoked salmon, fresh lobster, caviar, frozen steaks, ice cream and toppings.


For Travel... luggage piece to match existing pieces, tote bag or briefcase, folding umbrella, first-aid kit, sewing kit, toiletry or cosmetics it, manicure kit, stationery and stamps, travel iron, magnified folding mirror, wallet, passport case, diary, alarm clock (wound or battery-operated), hair dryer, best-selling novel, dictionary of foreign terms, regional guide or history book, travel game.

this gift seems to appeal to everyone