Seasonal & Holidays
Patch Holiday Gift Guide: Heartfelt Gifts for Grandparents
Your amazing grandparents spoil you all year round — return the love with one of these thoughtful presents.
From keepsake letter boxes and humorous storybooks to grandparent-friendly technology, grandmas and grandpas will adore these sweet finds, as will the grandkids who go to visit them.
Find more great gift ideas for everyone on your list in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
If your grandma has a famous meatball recipe or your grandpa makes a fantastic apple pie, they can jot it down in this recipe book that can be passed around to the entire family, who can add their own recipes, photos, and comments about how much they love their grandparents' cooking.
Artist Slate Chalkboard and Chalk, $27.95
This hangable chalkboard is perfect for jotting down shopping lists, menus, and even a quick thank you note to grandparents after a fun weekend visit.
Premium Backgammon Set, $119.95
With sleek game pieces and a handsome leather carrying case, this backgammon set feels extra luxurious. It's the perfect way to pass a rainy afternoon with the grandchildren.
H Potter Six Sided Glass Terrarium Planter, $89
Grandparents with a green thumb will love this pretty glass terrarium for showcasing their favorite houseplants or succulents.
Kindle Paperwhite E-reader, $99.99
If your grandparents' library is already filled to the brim with hardcovers and paperbacks, they might appreciate the hassle-free aspect of reading on a Kindle. Load it up with a few of their favorite classics, as well as some new books on their reading wish list, so they can get right to reading as soon as they open it.
Best Grandma and Grandpa Ever Mugs, Set of 2, $21.99
These cute mugs are a simple way to remind your grandma and grandpa that you love them every time they sit down for a cup of coffee.
Thanks to this quirky bird, your grandparents will never have to go searching for their reading glasses.
Polaroid ZIP Mobile Printer, $113.99
This mobile printer allows grandparents to easily print pictures of grandkids or family outings directly from their iPhones.
How to Babysit a Grandma by Jean Reagan, $9.62
Though technically a book for children, grandmothers are sure to get a kick out of this cheeky illustrated story. She can read it aloud to her grandkids and share some laughs when they come to visit. There's also a version for grandpas.
Zoppen Passport and ID Card Holder, $7.99
Jet-setting grandparents will appreciate these bright passport holders, which also have room for credit cards, IDs and cash so that everything they need is in once place.
High Cotton Outdoor Mat, Grandparent Rules, $23.22
Though this may not be their everyday welcome mat, they'll have a laugh rolling this one out when their grandkids come to visit.
This hefty feather book mark is as pretty as it is functional.
Treasured Passages: A Letter Book Between Grandparents and Grandchildren, $40
This special kit is a creative and fun way for grandparents and their grandchildren to write heartfelt notes to one another. It contains both themed letter ideas as well as blank cards, and all letters can later be stored in its pages.
Clear Glass Mini Vases in Black Metal Rack, $24.99
Your grandma will love putting fresh flowers in this rack of bud vases. It can serve as a centerpiece while entertaining or as a pretty accent on her windowsill.
OtterBox DEFENDER iPhone 6/6s Case, $24.49
This lifesaving case will make your grandma or grandpa's iPhone virtually indestructable — even if it tumbles out of the hands of their particularly energetic grandchild.
BirdRock Home Wooden Breakfast Bed Tray, $29.99
After an amazing visit with your grandparents, show them your appreciation by cooking them a nice breakfast in bed, complete with freshly-squeezed orange juice and the morning paper.
Belle Fleur 15 Thistle Tube Feeder, $9.83
The bright yellow lid on this bird feeder will make hungry finches flock for miles to your grandparents' backyard.
Find more great gift ideas in Patch's Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide
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