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Looking for extra fun and creative ways to give gift cards? Sure, it can be boring to just hand someone an unwrapped gift card. Don’t worry, though! In this article, we’ll share totally new ways to present a gift card. Try one of these clever ideas out and people will talk about your imaginative gift-giving skills for years to come.

Things You Should Know

  • Wrap up a gift card like a tiny little present.
  • Include delicious goodies, like coffee or candy, with a gift card.
  • Attach a gift card to a fun collection, like a bundle of books.
  • Celebrate special events or festive holidays with a gift card.
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Gift wrap

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  1. To wrap your card, select a wrapping paper that matches the vibe you’re going for or the personality of the recipient. For example, choose balloon print for a birthday or baby shower. On the other hand, if you’re treating someone who has a little bit of a wild side, go for animal print. Top everything off with a color-coordinated ribbon or bow.[1]
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Origami envelope

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A coffee cup

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  1. Figure out their go-to cafe, then select a branded disposable cup, mug, or thermos. Use some colorful baker’s twine to tie the gift card to the container of your choice. For an extra fun touch, fill whatever you selected with fresh coffee beans for a yummy scent your recipient will love—plus, they can grind these up later![5]
    • Use a Sharpie to scrawl a fun message on a coffee cup sleeve, like "Enjoy a cup of coffee on me!"
    • Fill a mug with colorful crinkle paper and other treats, like biscotti.
    • 'Place the thermos in a gift basket along with other goodies.
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A box of chocolates

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  1. If you want to be a little silly, go to the drug store and pick up a cheap box of chocolates. Then, pull out all the chocolates, fold up some dollar bills, and place each of these in one of the paper wrappers. Drop the gift card on top as a finishing touch for your clever surprise.[7]
    • When you wrap a chocolate bar, sneak in a gift card. The recipient will be shocked when they were expecting one treat only to get some extra funds, too!
    • For a more elegant look, buy a gourmet box of chocolate and place your gift card on top—make sure it’s tucked in a fancy envelope.
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A stack of books

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  1. If you know someone who tears through all the latest bestsellers, then bundle 3-5 popular books together. Place a gift card from a major or local book store on top of these, then tie everything up with a satin or patterned ribbon. They’ll be glad to see their to-be-read pile get even taller![8]
    • Slip a pen and a highlighter under the ribbon if the recipient loves taking notes.
    • Include books on creativity and publishing if the person aspires to be an author.
    • Gift a stack of journals if you know someone who likes writing by hand.
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A mason jar

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  1. The possibilities are endless with this see-through, DIY favorite. For a birthday around Halloween, fill it up with candy corn and pop in the gift card. During Christmas time, make a snow globe out of a mason jar by turning it upside down, lining the bottom with cotton, and throwing in both a little pine tree and a gift card—make sure to seal it after![10]
    • Any time of the year is great for a baking kit! Fill up a mason jar with the ingredients for a treat like a brownie or a cookie, then attach a gift card to the glass with baker’s twine.
    • Invite a special someone to a camping trip, then hand them a mason jar with the makings for s’mores. Use a ribbon to tie a gift card envelope onto it that says something like, “I couldn’t love you s’more!”
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A makeup pouch

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  1. For a makeup artist or anyone glam, choose a cute makeup pouch that fits their personality. For example, if they like cool elegance, go for a rose gold cosmetic bag. However, if they’d appreciate a bit more glitz, try a holographic makeup bag. Then, pack it with beauty supplies and a gift card. They’ll be ready for their closeup![13]
    • For a bride or a mom-to-be, ask a professional photographer and/or makeup artist for a gift card so the recipient can get snapshots of a magical time of their life.
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A sporting good.

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  1. Decide on a sporty item you know the intended recipient would really appreciate. For example, go small with a lightweight dumbbell or big with a kayaking oar. Slip your gift card into an envelope, then tie it around the item you chose. Your buddy will be ready to take on the world![15]
    • If you want your friend to tag along with you, invite them to a class. For example, tie a gift card around the handle of a tennis racket and tell them to hit the courts with you!
    • Reader Poll: We asked 480 wikiHow readers, and 52% thought that the best gifts are ones related to the recipient’s hobbies and interests. [Take Poll]
    • Connecting your gift card to the person's athletic interests makes the gift more meaningful!
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This article was co-authored by Tami Claytor and by wikiHow staff writer, Madeleine Flamiano. Tami Claytor is an Etiquette Coach, Image Consultant, and the Owner of Always Appropriate Image and Etiquette Consulting in New York, New York. With over 20 years of experience, Tami specializes in teaching etiquette classes to individuals, students, companies, and community organizations. Tami has spent decades studying cultures through her extensive travels across five continents and has created cultural diversity workshops to promote social justice and cross-cultural awareness. She holds a BA in Economics with a concentration in International Relations from Clark University. Tami studied at the Ophelia DeVore School of Charm and the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she earned her Image Consultant Certification. This article has been viewed 17,516 times.
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