subject: Christmas shopping for your grandparents - do's and don'ts [print this page] Christmas shopping for your grandparents - do's and don'ts
You may think your grandparents have everything, but they can appreciate the sentiment of Christmas presents as much as anyone else in your family. That doesn't mean you should buy them the same items you would for your parents or other relatives, of course, with their age and personalities playing important parts in the choice of present you give.
Your grandparents probably won't expect you to spend a great deal on them at Christmas, even if you're especially close, with most of the gifts value being in the thought that went into it. For this reason, homemade gifts can be just as warmly received as those bought from shops, especially ones with a personal touch - such as photos of you, your siblings or your children.
However, not everyone has the practical skills nor the time available to make presents, though there are many convenient gifts you can buy that can make a great impression without breaking the bank. Even items such as jewellery can be valuable without carrying a heavy price tag, especially if you have in-depth knowledge of your grandmother's tastes, while stylish watches are always a reliable present for grandfathers.
If you don't feel entirely confident that you know your grandparents' tastes though, buying practical gifts for around the home or to use in their daily lives could be very well received. Your grandparents may not be particularly tech-savvy, so arranging a mobile phone with a contract for them, or setting up a digital television subscription or internet package in their homes for the use of guests, could take some of the confusion and stress out of their lives. Even something as simple as a set of photo frames could easily find a place on your grandparents' mantelpiece, allowing them to proudly display their family photos.
Items of clothing also make reliable Christmas gifts for people of all ages, whether it's a sweatshirt to keep your grandparents warm in the winter or accessories such as decorative canes, to help if they have trouble walking.
A final piece of advice when buying for grandparents is to avoid adding to their mountain of 'stuff.' Even if you're under the impression that they are collecting a certain type of object, such as china or themed figurines, it may be wiser to buy something more unique and of real practical value, rather than contributing to what may already be an ungainly assortment of family heirlooms.
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