When you want to give, you want your gift to be special, but we
often have those on our lists who are difficult to buy for. The reasons
for this dilemma are many: it seems that some people already have
everything; it seems that over the years we've already given them
everything; the gift is for someone we don't know well enough to decide
what is suitable, and so on.
If
you are at a loss, suffering from what an author would call "writer's
block", consider collectable figurines. These lovely works of art are
most assuredly for 'non-collectors' too for after all, the true
appreciation of a figurine is in the emotion it evokes. The selection
available runs the gamut, and while a particular figurine may have
universal appeal, it can make for a very personal gift due to influences
such as your relationship to the recipient and his or her personality
and life experiences.
With a little thought, you can find the perfect collectable figurines gifts for everyone on your list. Do you wish to express romantic love, friendship, appreciation, comfort, joy, encouragement, or support? Your choice will depend on the receiver and what you know will be most meaningful to that person. Or you might wish to choose a figurine that makes a statement about his or her personal passion, cause, beliefs, or current life circumstances. Perhaps you'd just like something to inspire smiles or laughter. Look around, and you may even happen upon a figurine that represents a private joke between giver and receiver.
Of course, only you know the personalities of those on your gift list this year, but here are a few ideas to help get you started:
The possibilities are endless, and shopping for collectable figurines can truly put the fun back into giving. However, it is only fair to warn you of one problem: You'll have no trouble locating collectable figurines that make great gifts for everyone on your list - the challenge will be in trying to choose only one for each person. Oh well, save all those ideas, and you'll already have your shopping list made for next year's holiday giving!
With a little thought, you can find the perfect collectable figurines gifts for everyone on your list. Do you wish to express romantic love, friendship, appreciation, comfort, joy, encouragement, or support? Your choice will depend on the receiver and what you know will be most meaningful to that person. Or you might wish to choose a figurine that makes a statement about his or her personal passion, cause, beliefs, or current life circumstances. Perhaps you'd just like something to inspire smiles or laughter. Look around, and you may even happen upon a figurine that represents a private joke between giver and receiver.
Of course, only you know the personalities of those on your gift list this year, but here are a few ideas to help get you started:
- Co-Worker Gift (or office party) - When circumstances require that a gift not be "too personal", a good choice is a figurine that expresses a universal sentiment such as the Jim Shore Christmas "Lion and Lamb" figurine. Both its exquisite design and message of "Peace and Love" make this figurine suitable for display year-round. On the lighter side, Jim Shore also offers the beautifully hand painted "Sleigh Bells Ring". Piled in the sleigh are five decorative ornaments, also hand painted, that can be removed to hang on a tree.
- Holiday Party Hostess Gift - Among Susan Lordi's Willow Tree Figurines are two excellent choices. "Welcoming Spirit" holds the wreath of friendship, expressing a warm welcome to everyone entering her home. "Mi Casa" depicts the gracious hostess in the sentiment "My house is yours".
- Teacher Gift - Perhaps most appropriate is Jim Shore's traditional folk style "Teacher" ornament bearing the message "Education is the road to Success". However, the Jim Shore Christmas ornament collection offers something to suit every teacher on your list, from nativity figurines to whimsical Santa figurines and snowmen.
- Close Friend Gift - For that very special friend with the selfless giving spirit, the one who always has time for you no matter when, consider the Willow Tree Figurine "Spirit of Giving". Introduced in January of 2009, its sentiment is "Generosity is your shining gift". Other Willow Tree Figurines that make especially nice friend gifts include "Truly Golden", "Blessings", "With Love", "Courage", and numerous others.
- Significant Other Gift - "Anniversary" from Willow Tree Figurines celebrates the enduring love of lifelong partners. For newer relationships, the figurine "Together" was created for those fortunate souls who have found the partner with whom they share life and love.
The possibilities are endless, and shopping for collectable figurines can truly put the fun back into giving. However, it is only fair to warn you of one problem: You'll have no trouble locating collectable figurines that make great gifts for everyone on your list - the challenge will be in trying to choose only one for each person. Oh well, save all those ideas, and you'll already have your shopping list made for next year's holiday giving!
Susan LaBorde is a Web Designer and Internet Entrepreneur
who is passionate about spirituality, helping others build success in
their lives and businesses, all things family, and anything geeky
(technology related, that is).
Susan's Collectible Figurines was established by Susan and business partner Bridgette Miciotto, along with contributing editor and "artist in residence" Bettye Wade. We are collectible figurines enthusiasts and love sharing our joy for this magnificent art form. Visit us on the web at Susan's Collectible Figurines to view our selection of exquisite figurines, and to learn more about the gifted artists who create them.
Also, don't miss our collection of Nativity Figurines from the world's most talented artisans, including Fitz and Floyd, Jim Shore Christmas, Fontanini, Lladro, and Willow Tree Figurines.
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Susan's Collectible Figurines was established by Susan and business partner Bridgette Miciotto, along with contributing editor and "artist in residence" Bettye Wade. We are collectible figurines enthusiasts and love sharing our joy for this magnificent art form. Visit us on the web at Susan's Collectible Figurines to view our selection of exquisite figurines, and to learn more about the gifted artists who create them.
Also, don't miss our collection of Nativity Figurines from the world's most talented artisans, including Fitz and Floyd, Jim Shore Christmas, Fontanini, Lladro, and Willow Tree Figurines.
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