Not everyone is lucky enough to have grandparents in their lives, or in their lives for as long as they'd like them to be, but if one has them and they're amazing, they should be appreciated. They love our kids in such a special way and are an integral part of a mom's village. Whether they're our grandparents or our kids' grandparents, they should feel the love this Grandparents' Day.
We found 20 gifts that will show them how much they're loved and appreciated. And we'll be honest, a lot of the gifts revolve around their grandkids because it's no surprise they're a grandma or/and grandpa's favorite people. Whether a grandparent has one grandkid or a ton, these gifts will make them feel a whole lot of love.
Photo Gallery Wall Calendar
$21
from
Shutterfly
There are two things that grandparents arguably love above all else (except their grandkids, of course) and that's photos of their family and wishing their family a happy birthday. With a personalized wall calendar, they can accomplish these things. Shutterfly allows each month of the year to have personalized photos that go along with it.
Photo Coasters
Because grandparents can never get enough photos, another photo gift idea is to gift them personalized photo coasters with each coaster featuring a grandchild or images of the family. They're a decor item as well as handy for protecting the table. This set also comes with a stand to store them when they're not in use.
My Life Story Notebook
$30
from
Uncommon Goods
Grandparents have lived a whole lot of life filled with ups, downs, in-betweens, and really cool stories. It's one thing to hear those stories, but having them written down to have in the family for ever takes it to another level. Gifting a grandparent this notebook to start their memoir will help get the process started.
Stationery
Digital seems to reign supreme when it comes to e-invitations, emailed thank-you notes, and texting, but it's always special to have a quality piece of stationery for special notes or for cards and gifts. That's why personalized stationery is a great way to keep things old school (and on paper) with the grandparents.
DIY Cookbook
$30
from
Uncommon Goods
Stories aren't the only things that can be passed down from generation to generation. Recipes should also be written down and shared, especially if they're family favorites. This DIY cookbook allows grandma or grandpa to record those famous family recipes all in one single book. Pictures can be added, too!
Memory Keepsake Dish Set
$180
from
Uncommon Goods
Those old pictures of grandma's wedding or grandpa's military headshot don't have to stay stuck in a photo album. Turn them into keepsake dishes like these from Uncommon Goods for them to have displayed in their home or room while also having a place to put their jewelry. These are so personal and special.
Socks
One can't have enough socks, it's basically a fact of life. Plus, grandpa will really enjoy getting a fresh pair that speaks to his personality. Classic, like this polka dot pair from J.Crew, or funny or silly, which are totally available all across the internet. There are even places that personalize socks, too.
Grandparents Wall Sign for Photos
If grandma and grandpa have a lot of grandkids to love, then there's likely tons of family photos of the kids to go along with them. That's why this grandparents' photo laundry line is perfect. It can show off all those photos of their family in one place and also serves as a piece of home decor.
Facebook Portal
Some grandparents are totally down with technology and want to learn how to use it to their advantage. That's where Facebook Portal comes in. It's basically a tablet that allows for easy video calling as well as the ability for grandma or grandpa to read books to the kids on the other side of the screen.
iPad Stand
$35
from
Thought Out
If grandma or grandpa love their iPad, then an iPad stand is a great gift idea. They can sit at a table and use it without having to hold it up with their hands, or they can use it in the kitchen to read a recipe while having both hands free. It can also be a spot to safely store it while the grandkids are over.
Personalized Puzzle
$20
from
Shutterfly
If we learned anything from lockdown, it's that puzzles come in handy when we're all forced to be inside, whether for a health issue or a rainy day. For grandparents who may be retired, a puzzle is a great activity for them to do alone or with each other. The best part is that this puzzle can be personalized with a picture of the grandkids.
'Unconditional Love: A Guide to Navigating the Joys and Challenges of Being a Grandparent Today'
Grandparents who love to read self-help books will appreciate being gifted this book that's available on Amazon. Unconditional Love: A Guide to Navigating the Joys and Challenges of Being a Grandparent Today by Jane Isay covers exactly what it says it does. According to Amazon, "drawing on her personal experience, dozens of interviews, and the latest findings in psychology, [the author] shows how a grandparent can use his or her unique perspective and experience to create a deep and lasting bond that will echo throughout a grandchild’s life."
The Grandfather Hat
$17
from
Kings of NY
There's nothing like a good hat for going to the beach, on a walk, or fishing, whatever activity the grandpas in our lives like to do. But this camo snapback hat has a twist: It's a play on the movie The Godfather, instead saying "The Grandfather." We all love a good pun and we think grandpa will, too.
Winc Wine Subscription
If grandma and grandpa, or one or the other, love to kick back with a glass of wine during or after dinner, we highly recommend gifting them a wine subscription box. Winc is one of the services that sends monthly wines based on which subscription is purchased. It can be customized to fit gram or pop's tastes.
Grandkid Face Magnets
Starting at
$24
from
Sticker Mule
OK, this is just hilarious. If grandma or grandpa love magnets, pictures of their grandkids, or both, these personalized face magnets are up their alley. Stick Mule allows you to upload photos of people (or animals) to have made into magnets that grandparents can stick right on their fridge. There are lots of different packages to choose from.
Travel Jewelry Case
$69
from
Mark & Graham
Now that it's easier to travel, grandparents may want some new travel accessories. If grandma loves her jewelry, then she'll appreciate having a place to safely carry her pieces with her when she's traveling — whether it's to see the grandkids or not. This one can be personalized with her initials.
Grandma's Kitchen Candle
There's nothing like the smell of a grandmother's kitchen. Sometimes it's the savory meals she makes that the rest of us love. But sometimes, it's the sweets she bakes. If she wants to take a day off, this candle will have her home smelling amazing (like pie) which is a win for everyone involved.
'There's No Place Like Grandma & Grandpa's' Doormat
Starting at
$15
from
uniqueandyoursgifts/Etsy
Welcome mats are useful because they're a place for people to wipe their shoes before coming in (which is so needed with the crazy weather these days). Gift grandma and grandpa one of their own and one that allows them to show off exactly who they are. This one reads: "There's no place like grandma & grandpa's."
Custom Grandparents & Grandkids Illustration
Starting at
$22
from
LovekokiGifts/Etsy
Art is always a nice gift to give and to receive, especially when it's personal. This Etsy shop can create custom digital illustrations to include grandparents and their grandkids or whole family. The artist asks a series of questions to be able to best represent everyone in the picture. Names and a quote on top can also be added to the portrait. This is a digital download that you can print off and frame.
Grandma & Grandpa Pillow
Starting at
$18
from
AsrinCoDesigns/Etsy
Like socks, one can never have too many pillows. A pillow can really bring a room together and there's so many places to put them: on beds, chairs, or sofas. Gift grandparents this custom pillow that notes the year they became grandparents. It'll be especially cute if it's how you tell them they're becoming grandparents for the first time.
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