Customize Unique Gifts for Kids
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Finding the perfect gift for kids is no easy task, especially if you want to really make an impression and surprise them. You want it to be something unique, something they will actually like and get as much use of it as possible. Whether you’re shopping for a present for their birthday, Christmas, Easter, or some other big event, personalised gifts are always a good idea. When a gift is customized, it shows that you’ve really put in the effort into it, which will make the kids (and the parents) appreciate the gift even more. Take a look at our age-by-age guide for custom gift shopping – with these tips in mind, you won’t have to guess anymore!
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0-2 years old
Shopping for gifts for infants and toddlers is probably the easiest since they haven’t formed their specific taste yet, which gives you almost complete freedom in choosing their presents. Items such as towels, pillows, clothing garments, plush toys, and bibs can easily be made unique by using personalised name labels for kids that are sure to put a smile on any parent’s face. Whether you choose to personalise the gift with the name of the baby, their date of birth, or maybe their favorite characters and heroes depends solely on your imagination, which means you’ve got enough wiggle room to be cute and creative.
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2-5 years old
When it comes to finding gifts for older toddlers and preschoolers, you want to look for gifts that are interactive and educational but still completely unique and original. Jigsaw puzzles are a great gift for children between the ages of 2 and 5 because they help kids develop their cognitive, physical, and emotional skills. To customize this cool gift, you can have it made using a photo of the child, a family member, or maybe their favourite movie character. You can also get them personalised photo cubes with their family member’s pictures inside, or buy them a cute toy box with their name on it.
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5-8 years old
For kids that are just starting school or who are already students, you want to get something they will use on a day-to-day basis. Since they’re older now and probably have their own rooms, it’s a good idea to look for gifts that they can display in their kingdoms. You can get them bedding sets with their favorite superheroes on them, and get them matching blankets to keep them cosy. A lunch box in their favourite colour with their initials on it is sure to surprise them, and the same goes for utensils, mugs, plates with their names on them.
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8-11 years old
When it comes to older kids, they probably know what they like, which means you can’t get away with just any gift. It’s best to look for items that are functional and useful, something they actually want and need. Get them an interesting book they can read, or acute, a stylish backpack that can easily be worn at school and on weekends. Schoolgirls may like personalised diaries, planners, and cute notebooks they can write in, but jewellery with initials or names are also a good choice. As for the schoolboys, you can get them a hoodie with their favourite team’s logo on it or custom screen printed t-shirt the band they like to listen to.
Gifts are the perfect way to show how we feel about someone and taking the time to select something that the kids will like shows that you care. Whatever the age of the child you’re shopping for, pick a gift that is sure to get them excited, and make it personal by incorporating something about them into the concept. Putting a smile on a child’s face is priceless, so do your best and find something that they’ll love and appreciate.
AUTHOR BIO – Silvie Edwards
She is the mother of a wonderful child by day and lifestyle and fashion blogger by night. Her hobbies are centred on the love for travel, yoga, well-being and living in balance with nature. She writing for HighStyleLife.com.