Choosing a personalized gift topper? Try picking something that relates to your gift or an add-on that would be particularly meaningful to the person receiving it. Here’s a list of suggestions by category.
Well-being or self-care add-ons for someone who could use some me-time
- Vial of essential oil
- Tea bags
- Santal sticks
- Individually wrapped facial mask
- Bubble bath packet
- Bath bomb
- Bath scrub sponge
- Lip balm in a favourite flavour or scent
- Packet of soap leaves
Nostalgic toppers that offer a trip down memory lane
- Photo of a favourite memory you share
- Meaningful flea market finds: trinkets, ornaments, jewelry
- Retro baby toys
- Vintage postcards, booklets or ephemera
Pet treats and toys for anyone who loves their fur babies
- Collar or bandana
- Little bag of treats or catnip
- Small toys
- Sketch or photo of the goodest doggo or bestest kitty
- Ornament frame with a snapshot or paw print
Fun extras to bring a smile to someone’s face
- Hallmark itty bitty featuring a favourite character
- Ornament that celebrates your friend’s hobby or interest
- Homemade coupon (like, “This coupon is good for one movie night at my place. You choose the movie!”)
- Favourite candy bar or snack
- Socks with a cute pattern or funny saying
Big surprises—when they deserve a present on top of their present
- Gift card to a favourite restaurant, bakery, coffee shop, etc.
- Tickets to an experience that also relates to the gift (for example, pick up a plant, wrap tissue paper around the pot, tie with a grosgrain ribbon and clip on a passes to a garden show)
- Gorgeous, shiny things (a vintage broach, bejewelled barrettes or pretty pendant)
Pro tips
A few things you can use to attach add-ons and gift toppers—either directly to the gift or to a ribbon wrapped around it:
- Double-stick tape
- Stickers or gift tags https://www.hallmark.com/gift-wrap/seals-and-gift-tags/
- Washi tape (for little things) or gaffer’s tape (for heavier stuff)
- Clothespins
- Binder clips
- Wire
- Great big safety pin
- Rubber bands
- Twine