Look at your everyday life and home, and think about things you'd buy yourself but never quite get round to. Split your wishes into price ranges, so both close and distant gift-givers can find something, and feel free to add a gift card, if you don't need anything.
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It's not always easy to answer when someone asks what you'd like for your birthday. Here's a method for working out your wishes, concrete ideas in several categories, and good advice for making a wish list the gift-givers can actually use.
How to work out what you'd like
Start by looking at your everyday life. What do you use every day that could do with being replaced or upgraded? Also think about things you'd like to buy yourself, but never quite get round to, because it feels like an unnecessary expense for yourself.
- What's missing in your home that would make everyday life a bit easier or nicer?
- Do you collect anything in particular that a gift could add to?
- Is there something you've had on your wish list for a long time without doing anything about it?
Wishes for the home
Things for the home are always a good place to start, because they get used again and again. Think of vases for flowers on the kitchen table, candlesticks for cosy evenings, or a soft throw for the sofa.
- Vases in colours that match your style
- Candlesticks for mood lighting
- Throws, including from EJA with Quilt Ethnic patterns
- Cups and jugs for your morning coffee
The range is hand-picked, so you can find something that suits your home perfectly.
Tip: Choose colours and materials that recur throughout your home, so the gifts feel like a natural part of the décor rather than a one-off addition.
Personal wishes
If you'd rather wish for something for yourself instead of for your home, jewellery is a safe bet. The jewellery from Goio Galore is made from 925 sterling silver with 18-carat gold plating, so it holds up well to daily use.
If you already have a collection of jewellery, a jewellery bowl can be a nice addition, giving you somewhere to keep it all together.
Split the wish list into price ranges
A good wish list takes into account that givers have different budgets. Split your wishes up so that friends, colleagues and family can all find something that suits them.
- Gifts 1-200 DKK for the smaller gift or a shared gift
- Gifts 200-400 DKK
- Gifts 400-600 DKK
- Gifts 600-800 DKK for the slightly bigger gift
Find more gift ideas at every price point and let your wish list take shape.
See gift ideasWhen you don't need anything
If you already have everything you need, you could wish for something that gets used up, or an experience rather than yet another object. A gift card is also a great solution if you'd rather choose for yourself when the time comes.
See gift cards from Dims Studio, which come in several amounts, so the giver can choose whatever suits the occasion.
How to make and share your wish list
A wish list works best when it's specific. Try to write the colour and size next to each wish, and link directly to the product so the giver doesn't have to search for it.
- Update the list regularly so it doesn't go out of date
- Feel free to add several wishes at each price point
- Share the list digitally so more people can see what's already been chosen
- Make it easy for the giver by including both big and small wishes on the list
Frequently asked questions
What should I wish for as a birthday present?
Look at your everyday life and home, and think of things you'd buy yourself but never quite get round to. Feel free to split your wishes into price ranges so there's something for every giver.
What can you wish for when you have everything?
Think in terms of experiences, something that gets used up, or a gift card so you can choose yourself when the need arises.
What can you wish for around the home?
Vases, candlesticks, throws, and cups and jugs are all things that make everyday life a bit more fun and fit nicely on a wish list.
Is it okay to wish for a gift card?
Yes, a gift card is a great wish if you'd rather choose the gift yourself or aren't sure what you're missing right now.
How many wishes should be on a wish list?
There's no fixed answer, but it's a good idea to have several wishes at different price points, so both big and small gifts are covered.
What can you wish for under 200 DKK?
Take a look at the range under gifts 1-200 DKK, where you'll often find smaller things for the home that still make a difference.
Summary
A good wish list starts with looking inward: what's missing in your home, and what would you treat yourself to if price wasn't a factor. Split your wishes into price ranges, be specific about colour and size, and add a gift card if you'd rather choose for yourself.
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