For Grandparents

Grandparents usually want one thing above all, which is more time with the grandkids, so the gifts here lean into that. Think of a doormat that announces whose house this is, a tools mug for a grandpa who can fix anything, or a ring dish with a few words for a grandma to read each night.

These work well as a gift from the grandchildren, whether they're old enough to pick something out or still need a parent's help. They suit birthdays, Christmas and any visit that deserves a small thank-you. A doormat or a mug also has the advantage of getting used every day, which beats another framed thing with nowhere left on the wall to go.