it was very recently my birthday and my boyfriend had a rug tufting date night at a local art studio! we got to pick out own design and now have have a cute Kirby rug for our apartment ✨
I share my birthday with my mother. Tbh, i have never known how to have a birthday on my own. Overall, I think I had a neutral experience. But nothing amazing I can recall.
As a new mom myself, I want to reframe how I view birthdays. I want my son to feel super special, no matter how big/small.
Loved this! I like covering cooks matchboxes (the big ones) in really beautiful wallpaper samples. Then you can give the matchbox with a candle. And it all looks good on the coffee table!
This is one of my favorite posts. My birthday is coming up and I am always celebrating others. However, last year happened to be the first year I received so much love and the gifts I have finally not had to regift. I suggest adding postable, it’s a website each person can add their information into and it reminds you of birthdays as well. It’s where I store addresses, information, etc. because I always send hand written cards to my friends and family. I have cards, stamps, and now a wax seal ready for any occasion!
My two favorite gifts were both for my wedding! An aunt and uncle gave us a Le Creuset pot and handwritten recipes they’ve loved over the years, sprinkled with a few pictures of them cooking together 😍
And my friend (artist) DREW some of my favorite pictures taken from when we traveled together and framed them!
My cousins and I always give each other small luxuries like Chanel nail polish or some kind of deliciously expensive food that I’d never buy myself but comes in under £25 / £30. It’s such a treat to give and receive those gifts. Falls under “delight” for sure!
Hmmm - not a birthday gift, but I think one of my favorite (recent) gifts I've given was a customized sourdough knife, printed out cookbook, and a lil handwritten note included for a client turned friend who is a sourdough/cooking fanatic!
ALSO, do you have favorite card brands?! Was wondering that while reading. Of course loved this 💌
Wait I just thought of another one that you'd prob love, the most delicious and ARTFUL chocolate I've ever ate/gifted: https://www.bijouxchocolates.com/
K the end - can't wait to read all of these gift ideas!
I rarely give and receive gifts. It's something I'm trying to change though. A new friend of mine who is dear to my heart had his birthday last month. I gave him a simple necklace yesterday. Prior to that, he'd randomly remarked during a couple of our conversations that he'd love to start wearing jewellery to complement his outfits and that was what inspired my gift.
oh my god i love you - my sisters birthday is coming up and i’ve had no idea what to do and you’ve just given me such a great idea with the nostalgia party thing !!!
I love this! I’ve always had the feeling that I’m somewhat responsible of creating magic for the people I appreciate, and making others feel seen and appreciated… can’t put a price on that. Thank you for all the wonderful ideas!
Group Project: Share in the comments the best birthday gift you’ve ever GIVEN or received! 🎂⭐️🤝
it was very recently my birthday and my boyfriend had a rug tufting date night at a local art studio! we got to pick out own design and now have have a cute Kirby rug for our apartment ✨
I share my birthday with my mother. Tbh, i have never known how to have a birthday on my own. Overall, I think I had a neutral experience. But nothing amazing I can recall.
As a new mom myself, I want to reframe how I view birthdays. I want my son to feel super special, no matter how big/small.
Loved this! I like covering cooks matchboxes (the big ones) in really beautiful wallpaper samples. Then you can give the matchbox with a candle. And it all looks good on the coffee table!
Oh my gosh this is genius!!
I love the thoughtfulness of this post! I now want to go and send cards with pressed flowers to everyone!
This is one of my favorite posts. My birthday is coming up and I am always celebrating others. However, last year happened to be the first year I received so much love and the gifts I have finally not had to regift. I suggest adding postable, it’s a website each person can add their information into and it reminds you of birthdays as well. It’s where I store addresses, information, etc. because I always send hand written cards to my friends and family. I have cards, stamps, and now a wax seal ready for any occasion!
If you’re on iPhone and you add somebody’s birthday to their contact, it is automatically added to your calendar!
Brilliant!
I love when friends remember my bday. No, it’s not a dealbreaker, but certain ones always do and I appreciate it so much.
Yes — it means so much when they remember without any prompting. Truly a special friend!
My two favorite gifts were both for my wedding! An aunt and uncle gave us a Le Creuset pot and handwritten recipes they’ve loved over the years, sprinkled with a few pictures of them cooking together 😍
And my friend (artist) DREW some of my favorite pictures taken from when we traveled together and framed them!
Wow! Those sre such incredibly thoughftul touches.
My cousins and I always give each other small luxuries like Chanel nail polish or some kind of deliciously expensive food that I’d never buy myself but comes in under £25 / £30. It’s such a treat to give and receive those gifts. Falls under “delight” for sure!
I love the little luxury type of gifts! This is lovely.
Hmmm - not a birthday gift, but I think one of my favorite (recent) gifts I've given was a customized sourdough knife, printed out cookbook, and a lil handwritten note included for a client turned friend who is a sourdough/cooking fanatic!
ALSO, do you have favorite card brands?! Was wondering that while reading. Of course loved this 💌
Oh my gosh that is such a spectacular gift! Wow!
And yes to cards!
Big fan of Red Cap Cards, Rifle Paper Co, and Moglea!
Wait I just thought of another one that you'd prob love, the most delicious and ARTFUL chocolate I've ever ate/gifted: https://www.bijouxchocolates.com/
K the end - can't wait to read all of these gift ideas!
Those are lovely!
I rarely give and receive gifts. It's something I'm trying to change though. A new friend of mine who is dear to my heart had his birthday last month. I gave him a simple necklace yesterday. Prior to that, he'd randomly remarked during a couple of our conversations that he'd love to start wearing jewellery to complement his outfits and that was what inspired my gift.
His expression was priceless.😂😂
I felt good too. I'll do this more often.
This is truly the best gift guide I’ve ever read!!!!
Okay I’m going to print this out as a plaque for my desk
oh my god i love you - my sisters birthday is coming up and i’ve had no idea what to do and you’ve just given me such a great idea with the nostalgia party thing !!!
🎂💗 how did it go!? Let me know!
I love this! I’ve always had the feeling that I’m somewhat responsible of creating magic for the people I appreciate, and making others feel seen and appreciated… can’t put a price on that. Thank you for all the wonderful ideas!
Thanks for reading!! You sound like a wonderful friend!
These are actually such great suggestions, I’m definitely getting my husband Veiled Fate and the crosswords book!
Love that! Veiled Fate is a fun one! Just played it on Monday!
not me seeing this post the day before my birthday... destiny lol
Happy birthday!!