Easy, Fun Hand-made Christmas Gifts

Easy, Fun Hand-made Christmas Gifts

Most of you are probably thinking about holiday gift ideas right now… and we all know how much people love a handmade gift.  Handmade can be so much better than anything else.  Your recipient will know you took the time and effort to make their gift extra special. Most of these DIY Christmas gifts below can be made for less than five bucks! You really can’t beat that. (more…)

The Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Dog and Cat Lovers

The Best Holiday Gift Ideas for Dog and Cat Lovers

Do you know someone who loves their furry friend more than anything? Are all the photos on their phone of their pet? Don’t worry, they’re not alone!  Every pet parent knows that their cat or dog deserves as much love during the holidays as humans. Just because they can’t actually open presents (without destroying them) doesn’t mean that a new chew toy or cat bed wouldn’t be appreciated by our beloved balls of fur. If you’re a cat mom yourself or have friends who are dog parents, we’re making your shopping list much easier.

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Ideas for the Best Client Gifts

Ideas for the Best Client Gifts

We’re just weeks…days away from the busiest shopping and gift giving days of the year. Now is a good time to start thinking of what you might give your clients this holiday season.  If you’re not sure what to do and where to look for corporate holiday gifts, here are a few tips to help you get through the holiday maze with not just your reputation but your budget intact. (more…)

Why Gift Baskets Help with Corporate Retention

Why Gift Baskets Help with Corporate Retention

Consumers have more choices than ever when it comes to the products and services they buy. And that choice doesn’t end when they do business with you. Customer retention is crucial to sustainable company growth.

So how exactly do you keep your customers and show them just how much you care….throughout the year?  Besides a great product and stellar customer service, the answer is simple. Gifts! Gifts! And more Gifts! (more…)

The Benefits of Custom Gifts

THE BENEFITS OF THE PERSONALIZED GIFTS

Personalized gifts are currently the in thing as far as the giving and receiving gift arena goes. Many people are appreciative of the personalized gifts because it appeals to them and them alone.  This is very true of women, children, and even clients. Personalized gifts are executed in different ways.  Engraving, embroidery or even just finding that special person’s favorite interest or treat. Let’s explore some of the benefits of the personalized gifts.

PERSONAL CONNECTION

When you send someone a personalized gift, it will boost your relationship.  One of the reasons as to why many people appreciate the personalized gifts is that it allows them to exercise their personality uniquely. It might be an every day, ordinary cup with someone’s name on it, but that alone is enough to stir uncontrollable excitement.  Who doesn’t love seeing their name on products? In a nutshell, the personalized gift ascertains a connection between the two individuals and should, therefore, be something to celebrate.

SUITS ANY OCCASION

Young businesswoman unpacking gift-box in office

Personalized gifts are perfectly suited for any and all occasions.  Be it birthdays, weddings, graduation, corporate thank you and especially holiday gifts.  Going the extra “personal” mile is sure to reap rewards. Granted, it may take a little time to come up with a custom, unique gift, but in the end, your recipient will be forever grateful and not to mention appreciative.

SUITABLE FOR ALL PEOPLE

Customized gifts are suitable for all people regardless if their gender, age or relationship.  A spouse can demonstrate their love with an embroidered shirt or an engraved piece of jewelry. In the business world sending customers and clients customized gift baskets with their favorite snacks is always a winner. You can even add logo’d mugs, blankets, notepads for that extra special touch.

GREAT MARKETING STRATEGY

Customized, personal gift giving is a great marketing strategy. Companies can send their clients custom gift baskets with personalized items like pens, books, and t-shirts with their names on them.  The personal touch will always be remembered because of the uniqueness and fore thought that was put into it.  Such customers tend to stick with the company through thick and thin because they feel appreciated.  It pays to go the extra mile and learn what your customers like and appreciate. Do they have kids? Pets? Build your gift giving around what the clients interests are and make that lasting impression!

 

The Power of Giving This Holiday Season

The Power of Giving This Holiday Season

The final months of each year are happy times spent with family and friends, and opportunities for us to show gratitude and generosity. The charitable and joyful spirit that fills the holiday season is important because the act of giving brings more meaning and fulfillment to our lives, and provides much-needed help for those in need.

Our team at Design It Yourself Gifts & Baskets truly believes in the importance of giving back and we are proud to support three incredible charities this holiday season:

  • The Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund
  • Texas Children’s Hospital
  • ASPCA

Please join us in giving back – you’ll save 10% on your Orders, and we’ll contribute a matching 10% to one of these charities of your choice.

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