8 Thoughtful Holiday Gifts for Grandparents
You can’t disagree—Gran and Pops are the best spoilers. It’s a universal truth. They shower us with love and affection, gifts and food—and basically, everything our parents insist we can’t have (and we can’t tell you how much we enjoy watching them lose that argument every single time!).
So with our favorite people spoiling us all year round, it’s only right we go to the ends of the earth to find the best holiday gifts for grandparents. Socks and hankies just won’t cut it. To help you make this holiday season one for the books, we’ve listed down some fun, thoughtful presents we’re sure every grandparent will love.
Holiday gifts for grandparents, the non-boring edition
Make Nana and pop-pop feel like the VIPs of Christmas with these awesome gifts!
Double Bird Table Lamp
Gramps would probably be happy with a bottle of beer, and grams with a new knitting set, but with this beautiful table lamp, they will surely be over the moon!
Featuring a pair of dazzling gold birds with bellies that glow when you switch it on, this piece will find its own special place in your grandparents’ favorite spot in the house.
But you know what makes this lamp extra fun? Each bird swivels 360 degrees to "perch" in whatever position you like! Definitely a step up from the fruitcake you brought them last year! Plus, nothing makes for a better holiday gift for grandparents than something that would add even more warmth to their home, don’t you think?
Four Seasons Hide A Key Rubber Doormat
We’re not too crazy about receiving doormats as gifts ourselves, but we totally wouldn’t mind getting this for Christmas! See it’s not your ordinary welcome mat. Featuring an intricate open scroll design in a swanky bronze color, it has a removable middle piece that hides a secret compartment, perfect for stashing a spare house key in. And well, let's be real—they'll likely leave that key for you, their favorite grandkid, so you can let yourself into their home anytime you wish. So this gift is a sneaky win for you!
Oh, and did we mention it comes with four 10" center squares so you can change the middle piece every season? Tulips for spring, sunflowers for the summer, pumpkins for fall, and holiday gnomes for the winter. You gotta love it!
FitzRoy's Storm Glass
Here’s an interesting and useful holiday gift for grandparents—a storm glass weather predictor. Bet you’ve never thought of this, and neither have your 27 other cousins, so yours will be a really unique present your grandparents will appreciate.
A quick science-slash-history lesson: The storm glass is a nineteenth-century invention used for weather forecasting. Inside a glass container is a mixture of distilled water and chemicals that create different crystalline forms, all of which indicate local weather conditions.
I mean, the weather app on your iPhone is not too bad, but it sure isn’t entertaining to watch. Your grandparents will surely get a kick out of taking turns being the weather guy!
Bird & Branch Garden Hose Holder
Gardening is often a therapy of some sort for Gram and Gramps, offering a chill way for them to spend weekend mornings. But keeping things neat and organized outdoors may not always be as relaxing. Wanna help them keep one thing out of the way? Gift them with this beautiful garden hose holder that features two chubby birds perched on a tree branch. With a verdigris bronze finish, this nifty gizmo will keep your grandparent’s garden hose neatly coiled so they don’t keep tripping over it whenever they step out.
Electric Pizzelle Baker
We all know that one of the absolute best things about grandparents is their unwavering commitment to feeding their grandkids. They can smell hunger from a mile away—whether or not it’s actually there!
Let them indulge their passion with this electric pizzle baker and expect a delicious batch of traditional Italian waffle cookies the next time you visit. This baker features extra-thick nonstick aluminum baking plates that make two 5" pizzelles at a time—in the shape of a beautiful flower!
The World Needed One of You Too Wall Plaque
What’s better than a greeting card that expresses your awe and appreciation for your grandparents? A wall plaque that expresses your awe and appreciation for your grandparents!
Truly, it’s the thought that counts, but this plaque takes that aphorism to the next level, allowing you to tell your grandparents what you think of them (the world, no less!), through inspirational wall art. We’re sure this will bring a tear or two, lots of hugs and kisses—and a fresh batch of Italian waffle cookies!
Library Books Quilted Throw Blanket
We’re sure your grandparents already think of you all the time, but here’s something that would remind them of you more, especially in cold, cozy evenings. Your grandparents would love to curl up under this quilted blanket that features a library book design—the perfect throw for their reading chair or their favorite couch. Hand-pieced from a variety of colorful prints, this all-cotton throw is backed with a coordinating print.
Frank Lloyd Wright® Designs Tea Towels
When it comes to grandparents’ houses, the kitchen is where all the magic happens. Let’s keep them happy in their happy place by gifting them with items that add a touch of charm and personality to the heart of their home. These tea towels featuring the iconic designs of Frank Lloyd Wright make a great addition to your list of great holiday gifts for grandparents. The heavyweight pure cotton material makes them ideal for the demands of the kitchen—and they can even put it out for guests in the bathroom.
Earn brownie points from your grandparents with thoughtful gifts from Signals
With grandparents who want nothing but quality time with their grandchildren, it’s hard to find a gift they wouldn’t love. But putting a bit more thought and creativity into your presents will surely make them feel extra special.
Find meaningful holiday gifts for grandparents on Signals today. Explore our holiday catalog or shop online for a curated selection of items ideal for thoughtful gifting all year round.