5 spectacular present options during lockdown
Whether it’s to cheer up a lonely friend, to celebrate a family member’s birthday or simply to show some love, a thoughtful gift is the perfect way to show you care during these strange times.
No matter the age range, taste or occasion, the list below has a little something for everybody.
Brighten Up Their Homes with a Bouquet
Is there anything lovelier than receiving a bunch of flowers in the post?
Although it is not a revolutionary gift, flowers are a classic way to brighten anybody’s day. If your loved one is a massive fan of them, a flower subscription service can be a great option. Sites such as Freddie’s Flowers offer plans where a new bunch of flowers is delivered every single month.
Cook Them Up a Storm
It is said that the way to the heart is through the stomach, so is there anything better than giving a loved one their favourite treat? Order a takeaway from their favourite restaurant, or you can bake something sweet and take a walk to drop it off on their doorstep. If you know that someone is finding it hard to cook for themselves every day, you could give them a gift voucher for a takeaway company so that they can treat themselves on their own time and make a proper evening out of it. Sites like giftsvouchers.co.uk/gift-cards/just-eat allow you to gift a voucher both virtually and instantly, with no risk of breaking social distancing.
Be Transported to a Different Land
This lockdown period has certainly been a time where many have rediscovered the joys of reading. What could be a better gift at this time than to be taken away into the magical world of a beloved novel? There’s never been a better time to browse online second-hand bookshops; if your friend or loved one is a big fan of a specific author, a rare edition of a specific book could be a great present.
Do you think that one book simply isn’t enough for this special someone? If so, why not get them a Kindle so their reading options are endless?
Gifts for the Whole Family
For those struggling with home school or rapidly running out of ways to entertain the kids, sending a board game or puzzle might be one of the most useful gifts.
These presents take some pressure off parents and they can be enjoyed by the whole family. If you’re after something truly unique, why not give a personalised jigsaw puzzle?
If you’re buying a present for a teenager, a multiplayer console like the Nintendo Switch can be a really great gift. It allows you to connect to the television so the whole family can play at once.
Work from Home De-Stressor
Working from home can have a whole host of effects, both mentally and physically. Too many people are now finding themselves hunched over the kitchen counter replying to emails instead of at their office with their orthopaedic desk chair. Giving someone the gift of an at-home massager is something they are sure to thank you for.
