Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Simple Ideas For Graduation Gifts

Choose a simple gift that a graduate will love.


Graduation, whether from high school or college, is an amazing time in a person's life. So many exciting changes are around the corner, and it's customary to give graduates a gift that will congratulate them on their hard work and success. There are plenty of gifts that are simple, easy to find and sure to please a new graduate.


Gift Baskets


A gift basket can be an extremely simple gift to either purchase or put together yourself. If you choose to buy a gift basket for the new graduate, select a theme you know she will like and enjoy receiving. Some baskets include gourmet fruits, coffees or chocolates, spa essentials, select fragrances and cosmetics. Choose one based on the gift recipient's personality. You can also make a gift basket complete with homemade baked goods and an assortment of items you know will make the graduate happy, like money, CDs, books or small accessories.


Gift Cards


Gift cards and certificates are some of the simplest gifts to purchase. All you have to do is think about what the new graduate likes, and buy a gift card or certificate that will give him the opportunity to pick out a gift that he will truly enjoy. Give a gift card for a large department store so the graduate can buy household items and other supplies because a big move often follows a graduation. Other places to get gift cards for are clothing stores, electronics stores, coffee shops, movie theaters, restaurants and spas.


Roadside Assistance


Because the graduate is embarking on a new part of life's journey, she will probably be making many trips back and forth between home, work and possibly college classes. Give a gift that will allow her to feel safe if she is ever in a bind and finds herself stranded somewhere. Purchase a year's worth of roadside assistance for the new graduate. Companies offer certain plans that include lock-out service, free tows and free jump-starts.


Classic Jewelry Gifts


For an easy gift for the new graduate, give a tried-and-true classic piece of jewelry. Jewelry gifts are simple, yet they show an appreciation for your gift recipient. Give the new graduate a statement piece to serve as a reminder of this happy time for years. For girls try necklaces and pendants, charm bracelets, a classic pearl necklace or bracelet, watches, rings or diamond studs. Jewelry gifts for graduating guys include watches, dog tag necklaces and personalized cuff links.


Job Necessities


Give the college graduate items he will need as he is starting a new career such as a leather portfolio, organizer, planner, briefcase or messenger bag, travel luggage, desk clock or reference books. Don't forget a nice new coffee maker to get the recent graduate up and running in the mornings.







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