Make Her Brag To Her Friends With These Gift Ideas!

By Jill Caren

I have a secret for the men out there!

Women are complicated creatures! No, REALLY, I am not kidding, we are!

Take for example my husband, who for Christmas bought me a blindfold to sleep with (And yes, it was one for sleeping-no bad thoughts here please!), a zen calendar, a foot pampering spa kit, pajamas and a Bon Jovi CD. In his eyes I know he thought he had done good-and of course I played that card so I would not hurt him. But, these were definitely not the dream gifts I had hoped for. I know he tried, and that is what counts of course, but hopefully I can shed some light on gifts that I know woman love.

While getting the usual gifts can often times get you by, you should at least once a year put some effort into getting her a special and meaningful gift. If you know your wife well enough ( and I sure hope you do), you can know what to give her that's surprising, unexpected, and most importantly appreciated and remembered for years.

Here are just a few ideas for some truly meaningful gifts that will also become heirlooms for your family:

Custom Portraits - Make a special appointment for the kids and you to get your pictures taken. Surprise your wife with a custom designed wall art or portrait print. Although she may not be in the picture, trust me, it will be a treasured gift! You can also purchase a gift certificate to your local photographer if you really want all of you in the picture. That would be a gift that would definitely make her happy! Here is a tip-women LOVE pictures.

Photo Bling - Use a picture of the kids, pets or the two of you together to create a custom piece of jewelry that she can wear everyday. From necklaces to key chains, there is a stunning piece that will fit into any woman's style.

Custom Photo Purse - A real leather purse with pictures of whatever she loves the most printed directly on the purse. For those woman that prefer a more low key look, select a wallet or cosmetic bag.

Personalized Photo Book - The ultimate gift! This is a gift that EVERY woman will love. Have a coffee table book made of your favorite photographs, special memorabilia such as ticket stubs, letters and cards, anything that will remind her of how special her life is. There are many do it yourself companies on line where you can upload your images and they will print and bind your book. There are also Custom Photo Book designers that will create a fully designed book that will do all the work for you and make you look like the hero with no work involved!

Photo Album - Purchase a high end paper page album such as a Molly West or any Leather Album and give it to her completely finished. Find your favorite images and memorabilia and include them in the album, and for an added sentimental touch that will make her weep, write a short letter on one page of the album (or 2 pages if you are feeling extra loving!) telling her your feelings. (Of course, only if there are good feelings, telling her how miserable she makes you does not make for a good present!)

Custom Photo Art - Have a beautiful home decor item created from your personal memorabilia. There are several online sources that can create stunning works of art from what you send to them. Pieces can be made to match a specific area in your home, right down to the colors and fabrics used in that room. Have the piece printed on canvas, metal or acrylic for a true gallery look.

All of these suggestions take very little time or effort on your part, but can make you look like a hero to your wife! Pick a gift, submit your images and viola, you will be a husband that your wife will brag about!

Jill Caren
Expressions Photo Design
http://www.expressionsphotostore.net