GIVING GIFTS THAT DON’T COLLECT DUST

CONSUMABLE GIFTS

Gift-giving can sometimes be difficult when trying to find the right thing for certain people in our lives. We want to give gifts that people will enjoy and love. But, many of us who we buy gifts for already have the things they want or need. We don’t want to give gifts that will collect dust in someone’s home. And I don’t mean it in a way that the person would not love the gift you got them. But, sometimes we all end up with too much stuff. Gifts that won’t collect dust are consumable gifts that can be used and enjoyed. They do not require a permanent place in someone’s home. So, if you feel like you are really struggling to find the right gift for someone special in your life, consider giving them something consumable.

FOOD

Chocolate – Chocolate truffles, Chocolate-covered strawberries, Chocolate bars, Chocolate-covered pretzels, Chocolate-covered nuts, Chocolate gift basket

Hot sauces

Fancy olive oils

Grow your own herbs kit

Bread dipping seasoning kit

Cookie or brownie mix

Homemade cookies or breads

Soup mix

Charcuterie items:  Nuts, cheeses, crackers, dried fruit

Steak / fresh seafood – like Omaha steaks

DRINKS

Tea: A variety of loose-leaf teas can be found at your local tea shop or online.

Coffee: A bag of freshly roasted coffee beans is a great gift for coffee lovers.

If you know that they own a Keurig or Nespresso, you could consider giving a variety pack of pods for one of those machines

Wine / other adult beverages

Hot chocolate mix

Cocktail kit

Soda: A pack of artisanal soda is a great gift for anyone who loves to try new flavors.

HOME

Candles

Soap

Flower or Vegetable Seeds

BODY

Lotion

Bath bombs

Hand soaps for kitchen or bath

GIFT CARDS / EXPERIENCES

Audiobook credits

Restaurant gift cards

Food delivery services – like Door Dash or Uber Eats

Cooking classes

Concert tickets

Escape room

Spa day

Paint and sip

Art classes

Wine or cocktail of the month subscription

Other specialty subscriptions:  makeup, pet items, snacks

Blank greeting cards

IT’S OK TO TAKE A CHANCE ON SOMETHING THEY MIGHT NOT LIKE

When you buy a consumable gift, sometimes it can feel a little bit risky if you are not 100% sure of what the person really likes. The good thing about consumables is that they can be used by other individuals than the one actually receiving the gift. For food-related items, they can always be used to put out for company or maybe will be something that other family members will enjoy. Consumable gifts are often easily used to re-gift. While everyone has their own thoughts on whether or not to re-gift, if you give someone something they will not use, it is still nice for them to have a gift they can give to another individual.

Thanks so much for checking in! If you would like to hear the podcast version of this topic check out Lola’s Frugal Life Podcast! Also, be sure to check out my other blog posts on this site!

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