Trying to find the perfect gift can be a long and tortuous process. With so many choices in front of you, it is very difficult to determine the perfect gift for your lover. However, remember that the most important part of buying a gift is trying to make the recipient feel that you really know him/her well. And with a little deliberation, you can be sure his face will glow with joy when he opens your gift box.
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Method 1 of 6: Finding Gift Ideas
Step 1. Plan ahead
Don't wait until the time is near. By planning ahead, you can determine the appropriate action or gift for the event being celebrated. You'll also have enough time to run it, or order it online if necessary.
Step 2. Consider your idea
Take some time to consider the following three things: things he likes, things you like about him, and what you both have in common, which may include personal jokes or certain memories. Keep these three things in mind when looking for gift ideas.
For example, if you know that he likes to cook, you can buy him an apron with a photo that you both love
Step 3. Consider buying a useful gift
Many people like useful gifts. However, you should be careful with this choice, as it can potentially be too boring or mundane. The question you should consider is "Will he end up buying it himself if I don't buy it?" If the answer is yes, don't buy it. A good gift is something he likes and/or can use, but won't buy himself.
For example, maybe she craves fancy cooking utensils, but it's too expensive for her to buy, this would make the perfect gift for her
Step 4. Take advantage of recent conversations with him
Chances are he has intentionally hinted at something he likes. Or maybe you've been talking about things he likes lately. This can help you determine the prize. Recalling his story as gift inspiration will lead you to something he really enjoys, while also showing that you are listening to what he has to say.
For example, she might say, "Taylor Swift's music always makes me happy. I want to buy her new CD."
Step 5. Pay attention to the Pinterest account
If he has a Pinterest account, you can use it to find out what stuff he wants without having to ask him directly. Another resource you can use is his Amazon account "wishlist", if this list is open to everyone. Just make sure not to buy him something he already has.
Step 6. Consider the "love language"
"Love language" is a term used by Gary Chapman to describe what a person needs to feel loved. You can find out your boyfriend's love language, and buy him something he really wants while making him feel loved. One way to find out his love language is to take him on a quiz at 5lovelanguages.com. Don't worry, he may find your trying to figure out his love language to be romantic.
- The first love language is affirmation. This means that the person feels most loved when he or she hears words of appreciation or affection.
- The second love language is action. This means he feels most loved if you do something for him, like take over his homework.
- The third love language is receiving gifts, which is just as it sounds; that person will feel most loved when you give him lots of gifts.
- For people who value quality time, spending time with you is the most important thing to them.
- For people whose love language is physical touch, being close to you is important, from just holding hands to having sex.
Step 7. Ask him what he wants
Think carefully before asking; some women will appreciate your consideration when asking, while others will find this odd. If you do ask her for help, avoid simply asking "What do you want?" instead ask for a list of things she's been wanting for a long time. That way, he will not know for sure the gift you have prepared for him.
Method 2 of 6: Making a Gift For Her
Step 1. Make it something
This is a great option if you don't have enough money, and often, your boyfriend will appreciate the gift you made yourself even more. While it doesn't have to take days, making your own gifts takes more time and effort than buying something online. What's more, this gift will be something unique. Don't worry, you don't have to be as talented as Van Gogh to make a pretty gift he'll love.
Step 2. Make a memory book or frame a photo
Since most photos are stored on computers nowadays, giving them a sheet of photos would be sweet. You can stick the photos in a simple memory book or frame a few pictures of the two of you with them.
Step 3. Make a package of his favorite drink
Whether he likes tea or hot chocolate, try putting his favorite drink ingredients together in one place. For example, for hot chocolate, you can make your own cocoa powder mix that comes with small pouches of marshmallows, and a couple of Bailey bottles next to it. If he likes tea, try setting all his favorite teas with honey. Complete it with a beautiful cup on top.
Step 4. Make bath balls
If your boyfriend likes to take a dip in the tub, making bath balls would be the perfect choice for him. Choose an essential oil that she likes as a fragrance, and she will be happy to receive it.
- To make bath balls, mix 2 cups cornstarch with 1 cup citric acid, and 1 3/4 cups baking soda by sifting them together.
- Fill a spray bottle with water. If you want to color the bath balls, add 6 drops of food coloring.
- Take 1 cup of powdered mixture. Use a spray bottle to apply water to the powder. Mix after each spray of water. Your bath balls are ready when you press them together.
- Add essential oil. For strong-smelling essential oils (such as peppermint), add 5 drops, adding 6 drops of essential oil if the smell is not too strong (such as lemon oil). Stir the essential oil until evenly distributed. Pour batter into small molds, about 1/4 cup in size, for one bath. If the existing mold size is smaller, use 2 bath balls per shower. Repeat until all the dry dough is used up.
Method 3 of 6: Doing Something Sweet as a Gift
Step 1. Clean the house
Maybe you don't just want to give this cleaning as a gift, but if you live close to your boyfriend, showing him that you care about him by cleaning his house is sweet. Make sure to do all the daily household chores, from cleaning the bathroom to taking care of her dirty clothes.
Step 2. Make him a meal
You can make him brownies (there's brownie dough ready to go, so this is easy!) and give him a special touch by adding chocolate flakes, caramel, candy, or candied raspberries, or whatever he likes. Don't forget to consider any food allergies he has as well as his tastes. Alternatively, if you want to give something a little more special, try preparing a full meal. Choose a simple recipe or adapt it to your cooking skills.
Step 3. Clean the car
If he's like most people, he can't always fix his car. Find an excuse to "borrow" the car. Take it out of the house, clean the inside and outside. Just make sure not to throw anything away--as this can cause problems!
Method 4 of 6: Finding Unique Gifts
Step 1. Look for a craft website
Craft websites offer a variety of unique gifts. You can buy something that matches your boyfriend's preferences, or even order a special gift for him. Visit websites like Etsy, Custom Made, and Shana Logic.
Step 2. Go to a craft or art exhibition
Just like craft websites, you can find unique gifts at craft and arts fairs near you. Even though they are sometimes quite expensive, you are spending money not only on special gifts, but also supporting local economic growth.
Step 3. Find something that matches his interests
For example, if your boyfriend likes to draw, drawing tools will certainly be a good choice. But neither are books about art, or paintings from his favorite painter (if you can afford them). Buy gifts that match the things he likes.
Step 4. Make your gift even more special
For example, if he likes reading books, buying him a book would be the right choice. However, you can make the gift even more special by buying him an autographed book by his favorite author. That way, your gift will be very unique and special.
Method 5 of 6: Rewarding Experience
Step 1. Choose something you can do together
Instead of just giving him something to keep on his shelf, try giving him something you can visit and work on. Whether it's something you both love, or something you don't really like but love so much, this will make for an unforgettable gift.
For example, try buying tickets to a musical or show. Alternatively, you can also buy tickets for local music events
Step 2. Consider giving it a long term experience
For example, try enrolling him in a painting class, if his hobby is painting. Or, try signing up for a fermented drink-making class together if he likes to drink it--it could be something he'll love for the rest of his life. Also make sure that the activity is very good for him, which you should be able to tell by watching his words and actions.
Step 3. Take him on a short trip
Even camping near the house can be a romantic activity with the right conditions. It doesn't have to be expensive, as long as you think about what your boyfriend likes. For example, if he doesn't like spending much time outdoors, take him on a trip to the next town or a small town not far from where you live.
- For a shorter vacation option, try staying overnight at a luxury hotel in your city.
- Another option is to vacation in your own city. This activity is basically just spending the day off by doing fun activities in the city where you live. For example, take him on a picnic or go to the park, or see a concert in a city park.
Method 6 of 6: Avoiding Frequent Mistakes
Step 1. Consider the event you are celebrating
While it's sweet to give your boyfriend a homemade card for your anniversary, giving him a big gift might scare him off and put pressure on the relationship. Similarly, homemade cards are usually not enough for your birthday present. It's just that you also have to consider what your boyfriend wants, some women want his birthday or Valentine's Day to be celebrated in a special way, while some women want to celebrate it more casually.
Step 2. Avoid buying gifts that are more important to you than to her
Sexy clothes or tickets to a sports game that she doesn't really like won't make your gift special for her. Be sure to think about your boyfriend when choosing a gift, not yourself.
Step 3. Don't be fooled by cliches
You may often see men are depicted giving their girlfriends a teddy, heart-shaped necklace, and roses in the movies. While some women may like to imagine themselves as if they were in a romantic comedy, most women will go a long way toward a gift that shows that you really know her and don't just think of her as the woman portrayed in the movie.
If you're running out of time and don't have any ideas, at least give him his favorite stuffed animal, not just a regular teddy bear; his favorite flower arrangement, not just roses; or a necklace that will remind you of her, not just a necklace with a regular heart-shaped pendant
Step 4. Be careful when gifting clothes and jewelry
While both may seem like great gift choices, you should think twice about giving clothes or jewelry, unless you really know your boyfriend's tastes. It's a good idea to include a receipt for the clothes or jewelry she can wear, so she has the option of exchanging your gift for something more suitable for her.
