There are a million ways to thank someone. Although sometimes you want to refrain from being sappy, such as with a coworker or boss, other times a gushing, sentimental gift is what is needed. We can’t all go around with our hearts on our sleeves, but saying thanks is one of those occasions when you should let those feelings poor out. After all, your sentimentality honors all those sacrifices, helping hands, and lending ears they have given you over the years.
If you are like many people, you may be tearing your hair out trying to come up with that perfect gift. That is why we have spent time researching a selection of sentimental thank you gifts that will save you from this trauma. So even if you are not good with words, you will be able to give a gift that mirrors your heart.
1. Custom Song
Meaningful thank you gifts
Anyone can stop at the store and pick out a sappy card to say thanks. But it’s not every day they receive a song written just for them showing your appreciation. The lyrics and music are composed and delivered in an audio file so they can listen to it any time they want.
For those who are more literary buffs, you can have a custom poem created for them to display on the wall.
Do you share a special song together? Or maybe there’s an inspirational song that reminds you of them. Give them a custom song frame complete with a photo and theme song to let them know exactly how much they mean to you.
2. Family Recipe Cutting Board
Sentimental thank you gifts for family
Show your adult kids or grandkids how much you appreciate their help by passing down your secret family recipe engraved on a cutting board. They’ll know they’re special since you don’t give that recipe to just anyone.
Pass on family history to say thanks to younger generations by recording your stories in a legacy journal. Or show how much you value the older generation by giving them a blank legacy journal for them to document important times in their lives.
If you want to thank a family member for all the time they spend with you, fill a shadow box with special keepsakes commemorating things you’ve done together.
3. Thank You Bracelet
Thoughtful thank you gift ideas
Jewelry has traditionally been a way to someone’s heart. An engraved bracelet with a sincere message delivers your thanks when words alone can’t express how you feel.
Or have a special photo placed in a locket to say thanks for all those times they stood by your side. An inscribed ring is a great way to show thanks to that special man in your life.
4. Hug in a Jar Candle
Sentimental thank you gift ideas
The best way to say thanks is with a hug, but sometimes that just isn’t practical. Instead you can send them a hug in a jar candle to light up their night.
Or have a personalized message of thanks written on the label of a candle.
Not good with words? A candle with thank you already decorating the jar will say it for you.
5. Adopt an Animal
Sentimental thank you gifts for animal lovers
Why not show your thanks with a gift that keeps giving. By symbolically adopting an endangered animal you are matching the care they showed you by caring for something else.
Gifting an animal tracking bracelet will donate to organizations that benefit protected species, while showing your thanks with a special trinket. Not only that, but sensitive animal lovers will enjoy actually tracking a member of their favorite species.
While stuffed animals have always been a sentimental gift, now you can help the planet when you give an Ecokins. These are made from 100% recycled plastic water bottles, making them the more sustainable option.
6. Smart Frame
Sentimental thank you gifts for long distance
To show thanks long distance a smart frame will keep them close to family and friends by sharing your latest photos.
To show gratitude for that friend who has always got your back let them know you are thinking of them with a friendship lamp. When you touch yours, theirs will glow, letting them know they are on your mind. There is no better gift than letting people know how often you are thinking of them.
For that special someone who always offers a shoulder to cry on, send them a touch bracelet. When you touch yours, theirs will vibrate so they know they are in your thoughts.
7. Angel Figurine
Best sentimental thank you gifts for the angels in our lives
Some of us are lucky enough to be blessed with someone who acts as a guardian angel to us. If you are super lucky, you may experience more than one in your lifetime. Make sure you let them know the impact they have on your life by giving them an angel figurine. While it may not supply them with divine wisdom, it will give them an endless awareness of your gratitude.
Similarly, you can send your thanks with an angel music box.
If they are more minimalistic with their decor, they may prefer angel wing earrings instead.
8. Thank You Kisses
Sentimental thank you gifts for loved ones
Nobody can turn down chocolate. Honor them with some kisses that say thanks! Or give the red and green wrapped kisses for a Christmas thank you gift.
Or you can get thank you M&Ms. They melt in their mouth, not in their hands.
You can even get personalized thank you candy bar wrappers to add to a favorite bar of chocolate.
9. Hug mug
Thoughtful thank you gift ideas to show you care
A hug mug is a simple way to say thank you.
To jazz it up, fill it with hot chocolate bombs or spoons and some mini marshmallows. Big Bang’s Sheldon always says a hot beverage is an appropriate way to comfort someone, but you can show your gratitude with one as well.
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