Everyone dreams of having a group of friends and relatives who will always be there for them. People who can make you laugh until you cry, who can cheer you up when you need to cry a sad tear, and who always answer the phone. These people in your love deserve a gift every now and then. Unfortunately, there isn’t one gift that fits everyone around you. And whether you like to admit it or not; we all struggle to find creative gifts for family & friends. You have to take into account that each person has unique interests, and each of them has a different style. To solve this issue, we have put together a list of unique, creative gifts you can surprise your loved ones with. We couldn’t help ourselves so we put some of our own suggestions in that might tempt you to not only surprise your friends with a unique gift but to buy some for yourself as well.
Custom Soundwave Art
Whether you’re looking for creative gift ideas for friends, your partner, or your family, it’s impossible to disappoint with custom soundwave art. Being fully customizable, you automatically create something that is considered unique and one-of-a-kind. Trying to convert your ideas into art can be difficult. For that reason, we’ve decided to add some suggestions that will help you get on your way to creating some stunning art.
Use a favorite song for the soundwave
Music speaks to all. It can raise someone’s mood, get them excited, or help them feel calmer and more relaxed. More importantly, it allows us to feel nearly all emotions that we experience in life. Since this hits so close to home, we always recommend people to use their favorite song when creating a soundwave. Whenever you can, secretly check out your friends or family members’ playlists to see which song they listen to the most. Perhaps they went to a concert and recorded a video that you can use. You can simply upload it and start customizing it.
Use your favorite holiday memories
Going on a holiday can provide some of the best memories. Some of my most fun times abroad have been on holiday with friends. It’s only appropriate to create something that will keep those memories close. So whether it’s a video of going to a fancy diner in Dubai, or going rock climbing in Austria, it’s all footage you can use to create something unique. Make sure to use an image of their holiday and you’ll have a creative gift for your family and friends that will brighten up their living space.
Record a special message
Some people in your life are extra special for the sole reason that they’ve helped you through something or you’ve helped them conquer some tough times. Whatever the reason may be, these people deserve a break and a gift. Creating personalized wall art is something we highly recommend doing. Write down something that you’ve always wanted to tell them. This can be a testament to your love for them, how appreciative you are, or just telling them a story that is important for them to know. Record the message and we’ll assure you that they will tear up when hearing it for the first time.
Special moments as a couple
Finding meaningful gifts for your significant other might be more difficult than finding creative gifts for family members. With this one, you want to make sure you get it right. Buying something expensive might be good, but at some point, you might want to consider buying something that actually has some emotional value. Custom soundwave art can be the most fitting solution since you undoubtedly have some stunning pictures of you and the love of your life that you can use. Upload a video file of the two of you dancing, your wedding day, or maybe even the first steps of your baby. Use your partner's favorite colors and make it a gift that will receive a premium spot on the wall.
Childhood memories
“what one loves in childhood stays in their heart forever” is a beautiful quote by Mary Jo Putney that speaks to us. Doing practically senseless stuff and yet still having the time of my life is something that I still miss to this day. This is the exact reason why having these memories nearby is so important. This can give a perfect spin to a present that is meant for your parents, siblings, or childhood friends. They will also, without a doubt, miss the good old days.
Gifting personalized wall art is the perfect way to show thoughtfulness. Art, in essence, is emotion-provoking. Just like each person in this world is unique, so is each soundwave. Buying a gift like this shows that you’ve thought about what you should get that special person. Buying art is perfect for any occasion, and will always show a certain level of effort. If you’re still in need of inspiration, make sure to take a look at what others made for their significant other (and for themselves).
Instead of buying the memory, buy the experience
Buying something that helps remind people of the fun things they have experienced in the past can be a fun way to celebrate those times. But maybe, it’s good to think about fun activities that still need to be experienced. Experiences create memories that last a lifetime. Experiencing things together also creates a much deeper bond with that important person. Therefore, we figured it was time to pull together some fun activities that count as a unique and creative gift in our book. If the experience was worth it, you can always go the extra mile by getting someone a unique art piece.
A full-day trip to a great location
You can never go wrong by planning a fun day away with the person you bought the gift for. Depending on your location, you can easily create a memorable day trip that’s somewhere outside your town. You can take the nature route and take a beautiful hike, or go out for a shopping day in the big city. And you can never forget a (un)healthy meal at your favorite food spot. No matter what you plan, it’s most likely going to be a day you won’t forget.
Gift a yearly membership to a museum
Another unique and creative gift is a membership to a museum. Although it’s not for everyone, having the ability to go whenever the person likes or whenever there’s a new exhibition is a great ability to have. This is also a great way to get the whole family involved and learn more about some important history that everyone, young and old, should know. The fact that you can visit the museum throughout the year makes it even better.
Book a weekend away at a beautiful hotel
Booking a weekend trip away for friends and family can also score you some bonus points. It allows the person to get out there, enjoy new sceneries, and take some well-deserved rest days. Nowadays you have lots of options, from fancy hotels to beautiful historic castles that serve as a hotel. You can pick anything based on the person’s interests. While you're at the hotel, you can explore the cities that are nearby, and gain even more new experiences.
Buy tickets to a performance
Surprising family or friends with tickets to their favorite artist or musical might just be one of the best surprises to gift to someone. The gift doesn’t have to be too costly. Tickets to musical or dance performances, as well as events like stand-up comedy or plays, don't have to break the bank to still ensure a wonderful night out. Perhaps grab a pre-drink and go for another after the show. Sounds like a very fun time.
Book a boat or sailing trip
As far as creative gifts for family and friends go, this might not be for someone who easily gets seasick. But for everyone else, this can be a great gift. It’s not something you go do every weekend, and it can help you relax and take your mind off things. Go out on a trip to another city, hop out for a great lunch break, and don’t forget to take a quick dive if you need to cool off. Enjoy the tranquility of the water and come back rested and happy.
Finding creative gift ideas for your friends should be fun and rewarding. Buying a unique, creative gift for those people that been through it all with you does just that. While buying something big and expensive might be the easiest thing to do, putting effort into finding a gift that suits that specific person will be much more appreciated. We believe that gifting an experience or custom soundwave art that is all about the experience is the best creative gift for your family and friends. We hope you have fun surprising your loved one and don’t forget to treat yourself!
