Christmas Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Buying Christmas Gifts for Grandparents

As Christmas approaches, the countdown begins to find as many suitable family gifts as possible.  Grandparents can seem hard to buy for, but once you start to think about their hobbies and interests, you will be surprised how easy it is to come up with gift ideas.

This page lists some of the more popular ideas which would suit grandparents of all ages - ranging from gardening books to relaxing bath accessories. I made this to help me in my search for gifts for my grandma and grandpa.

I hope it helps you too!

Luxury Gifts for Grandparents

Why not spoil your grandparents this Christmas and make their lives a little bit easier? Bath products, chocolates and warmers make wonderful gifts. I've shared some ideas below.

Gifts for Grandparents that Pamper

Pre De Provence Boxed Soap, Gift Set of 9 25gr Guest Soaps, Set 2

Amazon Price: (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

My grandparents are always entertaining family and friends so bath and toiletry gifts are always welcome.

This delightful Pre de Provence soap set is perfect for grandparents who love to socialise. Made in France, this luxury gift set contains 9 individual bars of soap - each engraved with it's own fragrance. Scents include lavender flower, rose petal and honey almond.

This Christmas gift set also comes ready packaged in a pretty box.

More Relaxing and Warming Christmas Gift Ideas for Grandparents

Give your grandparents the gift of relaxation this Christmas. These gifts are ideal for soothing aches and pains.
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Luxury Bath Set Gifts for Grandmothers

You're never too old to enjoy a good pamper. Here are even more Bath Set Gift ideas that Grandmothers will love!
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A Cashmere Pashmina for Grandma

A luxurious, yet warm and stylish gift

SHAWL - PASHMINA (LARGE) from Cashmere Pashmina Group- in 56 vibrant colors

Amazon Price: (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

This beautiful shawl is an affordable luxury that Nans and Grandmas will love. Made from a blend of cashmere and silk, with a choice of 56 colours, it will ensure that your Nan keeps warm and looks elegant at all times!

If you're still stuck, then why not give your grandparents a luxury box of chocolates?

These great chocolate gift ideas make wonderful Christmas presents if your grandparents have a sweet tooth. If you're lucky, they might even share the chocolates with you!
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Do Your Grandparents Have Any Hobbies?

Think about what they enjoy. Do they like gardening, theatre, reading, sports, needlework? Or do they pursue a more unusual hobby? I've listed some suggestions below.

A Great Gift for Grandparents who like to Garden

Fiskars 9424 Garden Bucket Caddy

Amazon Price: $9.81 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Often Grandparents enjoy gardening and this Fiskars garden bucket caddy makes an affordable, yet practical gift.

It wraps around a 5-gallon bucket and has pockets for handtools, as well as spaces for holding beverages and a cell phone, which makes travelling around the garden a lot easier.

The tools and bucket are not included, but your grandparents will probably already have their own by now!

Great Gardening Books for Christmas

If your grandparents already have a gardening kit, then why not buy them a gardening book instead? This will give them hours of enjoyment both when inside and outdoors. It's likely that they will have many of the general books already so why not inspire with a lovely coffee table book or a gift that will help them to maximise the garden?
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Special Potted Plants for the Yard

Potted plants are ideal for grandparents who aren't quite as agile as they used to be. They can either position these inside or take them outside to the yard or patio. Gardening enjoyment without all the hard work!
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Top Giftwrapping Tips

* Buy thick, good-quality wrapping paper
* Use double-sided sticky tape so that glue is hidden
* Crease your edges sharply after folding to give a crisp look
* Use a box or a bag if the gift has a strange shape
* Tie a ribbon around the package once wrapped
* Write a gift tag and attach it

Great Golf Gifts for Grandpa

Does your grandpa enjoy playing golf? I know that mine does! Here is a selection of highly-rated, yet affordable products from Amazon that he will use every week!
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Or What About a Magazine Subscription for Grandpa?

Give him a gift that he'll receive all year

I've often bought magazine subscriptions for grandparents and they've always been welcome gifts. There's nothing better than receiving a magazine about your favourite hobby each month. I've listed some suggestions for grandparents below - the Natural World, Golf, Photography, Mechanics and Hunting, but maybe you can find something that will suit your grandad better. Think of the other pursuits he might enjoy - sailing, cars, computers - there is a magazine for every subject nowadays.
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Jigsaws Galore for Grandparents who like a Challenge!

Puzzles that will give Hours of Fun

My grandparents love nothing better than trying to figure out a jigsaw, especially on those cold winter nights when it's too dark to spend time in the garden. I've included links to some pretty designs below - some more difficult than others! Feel free to vote for your favourite picture or add another jigsaw puzzle that you really like.

Ravensburger Neuschwanstein Castle - 1500 Piece Puzzle

Ravensburger Neuschwanstein Castle - 1500 Piece Puzzle

Neuschwanstein Castle is a royal palace in the Bav more...2 points

White Mountain Puzzles Friends in Autumn

White Mountain Puzzles Friends in Autumn

Fred Swan. Item 189. Finished size 24 X 301 point

Van Gogh: Cafe Terrace at Night - 1000pc Jigsaw Puzzle By Clementoni

Van Gogh: Cafe Terrace at Night - 1000pc Jigsaw Puzzle By Clementoni

Cafe Terrace at Night is one of Vincent Van Gogh's more...1 point

Thomas Kinkade Classic Collection FOUR 500 Piece Puzzles Set

Thomas Kinkade Classic Collection FOUR 500 Piece Puzzles Set

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A suggestion that might suit your grandparents

Most grandparents love family photographs so why not give them a present that they can cherish every single day? Fill it with the best family shots from your album.

Studio Silver 4 x 6 Triple Two-Tone Frame

Amazon Price: (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

If you are looking for a relatively inexpensive present that means a lot, this classic silver photo frame set could be the perfect gift. It has three photo frames (4 x 6 standard photo size) which will suit any home. Just fill it with some treasured photographs and wrap it as a memento for your grandparents.

Do you have a great gift suggestion? Please share it with us here!

  • nyclittleitaly Dec 31, 2011 @ 2:11 am | delete
    Great lens
  • Wolfyy7 Dec 23, 2011 @ 6:22 pm | delete
    Great lens, thank you for sharing.
  • Alohagems Dec 20, 2011 @ 8:35 am | delete
    i still have one grand ma left and no more grandpas :(. I really like your lens.
  • ScottiesRock Dec 19, 2011 @ 9:10 pm | delete
    Nice Lens and excellent suggestions. I wish I still had Grandparents to buy for. :(
    Have a wonderful Holiday!
  • kakarotoni Dec 14, 2011 @ 5:01 am | delete
    I know what I'm getting my grandparents for Christmas. I found this site that has a list of some great gift ideas Top 10 Best Christmas Gifts for 2011
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