NCP Blog: A Gift for Any Occasion

We buy and give gifts at all different times throughout the year. But, from time to time, the summer months may be filled with lots of events for which you need to buy a gift such as high school and college graduations, engagements, bridal and baby showers, and more.

When it comes to gift giving for any type of occasion, many people now turn to buying gift cards, including me!

 

 

The Popularity of Gift Card

 

Gift cards have become very popular due to their convenience and ease of purchase. Gift cards not only give the recipient the freedom to buy whatever they want, they take the stress off the gift giver who is usually left wondering if they made the right choice when buying an actual physical gift.

 

So, what are some of the reasons why people prefer to give gift cards? Let’s take a look at this list from Business Insider.

 

Gift cards can be the preferred gift to…

 

– Treat someone who doesn’t usually prioritize themselves (such as giving a gift card to a spa, hair salon, etc.)

– Support someone whose interests and hobbies you don’t know much about

– Keep on top of someone’s changing interests

– Make sure someone gets the gift they want

– Support small businesses that you love

 

 

Wrapping It Up

 

Sure, it’s simple and convenient to buy a gift card and slip it inside a greeting card or into a small gift bag with tissue paper. But, if you have the time, there are ways to wrap it up with a little creativity!

 

Many stores, both online and physical stores, now sell fun gift card holders such as ones with a variety of designs on them, ones that have a pop-up image when opened, and even ones shaped like a toolbox, a book, etc.

 

 

 

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