Easy Gift Bag Ideas
To gift bag, or not to gift bag? That is the question.
It seems that party gift bags have become the new normal – at least enough of the time to warrant the internal-discussion whether to join the bandwagon or not. When I was a kid, I don’t remember ever getting a gift bag when leaving a birthday party, or whatever. The party was the gift – if it was a good one you were spent and didn’t need anymore.
But times have changed. If it turns out most of your kid’s friends have parents that make the effort to put together post party gift bags, or even if your friends put together the bags after a Christmas or other party event, you should too.
But don’t despair, there are quick and easy ways to put together a fun bag of gifty tidbits. It doesn’t have to break the bank either. Some of you out there are certainly crafty and industrious enough to whip up something from scratch for the bags. However, if you’re like me, it’s virtually impossible to squeeze one more thing into the schedule.
So, for those of you out there who need some gift ideas that are affordable and quick, we’ve compiled 5 perfect gift bag suggestions. Here they are:
Custom pens – Especially good for the kids. Who doesn’t love a new pen? For a minimal cost you can get a special message printed on the pen to remind the guests of the date.
Stickers – You absolutely cannot go wrong in a child’s mind with stickers. It’s kind of the same with temporary tattoos, but stickers seem to hold a particularly special charm with small children.
Art supplies – Anything goes from crayons to paper pads and water color paints or play doh. Sidewalk chalk is another great creative conduit. I’d include markers, but that’s probably something that should be cleared with other parents first, so maybe not the best idea for a gift bag.
Treats – Small candies or baked goods are fine here. After a birthday party of rich cake and ice cream perhaps a more healthful choice for the gift bag would be appropriate as well. Perhaps a toothbrush could be tossed in as an extra.
Kaleidoscopes – Several companies manufacture really fun small-scale kaleidoscopes that are perfect for party bags. The colorful, rolling shapes of a kaleidoscope have endeared children for generations.
Any of these gift ideas are sure to be appreciated by your children’s friends. And who doesn’t love to send a child away smiling after a good time was had by all?
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