Shadow Breeze Gifting Blog

It’s that dreaded (or exciting) time of year again. The stores are filling with red and pink décor and it appears everybody around you is in love. You have been dating somebody for a little while now or you want to be dating her, but you aren’t sure whether you need to get a Valentine’s Day gift for her. It can be a complicated time of year to be in a new relationship. Having gone through that myself, I want to give some clarifying advice of whether or not you need to get her a gift. Now, this is merely a guide, you know your girl best, if you feel that she would be hurt, disappointed, or is expecting a gift, you should always at least get her something small so that she won't be hurt this Valentine's Day. So without further ado, here are the questions you need to ask yourself this loving season about whether getting her a gift is necessary.

A successful surprise party can be a fun way to celebrate the birthday of a family member or friend.   Surrounded by friends and loved ones, the person celebrating their birthday may not even care that they are now a year older.   However, a successful surprise party doesn’t just happen by chance.  It takes planning, preparation and coordination to really make it a party to remember.   Not sure where to start?   Not to worry.  Listed below you will find step by step instructions for throwing an amazing surprise party.

Honestly, picking a gift for every holiday, occasion and birthday can get draining after awhile. Soon you will begin asking yourself "What do they even need?" or "I can't think of anything to get them". Trust me, we have all been in that exact same situation, you are not alone. Through years of practice, trial and errors, I want to share my secrets of how to pick the perfect gift every single time.  

Holiday gifting etiquette can be challenging.   Knowing how to navigate the ins and outs of gifting etiquette can make your holiday season less stressful and help you avoid those uncomfortable situations with neighbors.  Consider the following scenario:

It’s 8:00 PM on December 23^rd and you are sitting on your couch both exhausted and satisfied that you have finally checked off the last item on your Christmas “To Do” list.  It is finally time to relax and enjoy what is left of the holiday season.   Just as you are about to turn on the TV to watch one of the 10 episodes of your favorite TV show you have recorded on your DVR your doorbell rings.  You drag yourself to your feet and answer the door.  To your surprise you find a neighbor from down the street who moved into the neighborhood three months ago and who you have met only a few times.  In her hands is a beautifully wrapped gift.  After some pleasantries on the porch she hands the gift to you and wishes you a Merry Christmas.  When you get back inside and open the gift you find a cute tea themed gift basket with mugs, tea, honey sticks, a tea pot, etc.  This is a nice gift which obviously wasn't made at home.

With coronavirus cases on the rise again in many locations as states start to open up it is likely that someone you know has already tested positive or will test positive in the coming weeks or months.   Even if you don't know anyone with COVID-19,  you still have friends who are having surgeries, having babies, getting sick with other illnesses, or may just need a pick up for other reasons.  

When a friend, girlfriend, wife, mother, co-worker or other important woman in your life is feeling ill or recovering from a stay in the hospital, a thoughtful get well gift basket for women can be a great way to let her know you are thinking of her when you can't be there in person.    

 

Summer is debatably one of the best times of the year. Filled with relaxation by the poolside (or beach) and time with friends and family, it's no wonder you want to celebrate every second of summer.

Whether it's your best friends birthday or a wedding celebration, the summer can be busy filled with parties and celebrations. Make sure to give a gift that not only celebrates the individual, but the summer season in style and comfort. We have compiled a list of some of the best gifts that you can give your friends, family and neighbors this summer. See our recommendations for the best summer gifts below. 

searching for the best gift or the amount of money and energy you put into getting something you know that she is going to like, you feel like you have wasted so much energy when you could easily just not get them a gift at all. Then at the end of the day, you feel you have to do it again for the next neighbor, friend or family member. It's a never ending cycle.

Below we have listed some questions to ask yourself before starting the next journey of finding a great gift. These questions are supposed to help you find a great gift, in your price range OR discover if you even need to be getting them a gift for their birthday.

As the days continuously appear to blend together during this social distancing time, life continues to move on. Birthday’s still happen, anniversaries come and go, people move into new homes and babies are being born still. It can be easy with all the stress of the world to forget these special moments, for these moments are what makes us human. They deserve to be celebrated with thoughtful gifts and expressions of love, but how if you can not be within 6 feet of the people we love?

I remember when I was in college 3,000 miles away from home I was very stressed about finals and maintaining my full time job. I had spent many nights late in the library studying for a particularly hard final and was stressed and getting little sleep. One day after heading back to my dorm I found a gift basket sitting on my bed. Filled with tasty treats and a bracelet that said "You Can Do This", this gift basket for women gave me hope and made my whole week. Gifts really do have a special way of showing people how much you care about them and making them feel loved and appreciated. 

Trying to find the perfect gift for a best friend can be challenging. After all, it’s someone you care deeply about and want to show your appreciation with something special that they will love. When choosing a birthday gift for your best friend, there are several factors to consider such as their interests, hobbies, lifestyle, and budget. Taking these factors into account when selecting a present will ensure that you pick out something meaningful and memorable that your bestie is sure to appreciate.

We make it easy with our list of the top 35 gifts that your friend will love.

The spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) has significantly changed our lives this past week.  Schools have been released, countless businesses are temporarily shut down and many of us are practicing social distancing, staying home and avoiding contact.  While all of these temporary practices are extremely important to help prevent the spread of the virus, self-isolating in our home can cause loneliness, boredom and frustration.   

When purchasing a closing gift for your clients it is essential that you give them something that they will want, need or use frequently in their new home. In this blog we learn about the best personalized gift baskets that real estate agents can give their clients on closing day.