Support local businesses by giving gifts for services
When you are trying to think of gifts this year, think local and purchase gift certificates for services that everyone needs or enjoys.
There isn’t a busy mom in the community who wouldn’t appreciate gift cards for food that she doesn’t have to make or clean up after. Fast food and pizza are always good, but think outside the box and consider a gift card from one of the restaurants who prepare full meals. A coffee house is also a welcome gift card for busy people.
And thinking of food, what about a gift certificate from one of the local bakeries? During the stress of the season, having desserts already taken care of would be great – or to sneak as a stress relief when no one is looking. A gift card to a local florist could help brighten the dreary days after the holidays.
Looking and feeling your best helps beat holiday stress. You could help someone buy purchasing gift cards for hair salons, barbers or a place that does nails. A tanning bed package might be welcome for someone who loves the summer glow that faded quickly.
For the pet lover in your family, how about a gift card for a local dog groomer, boarding or day care? Spoiling pets is always fun and would be appreciated.
A gift certificate for a local photographer would be a special gift for anyone in your family. Help a family preserve this special time in their lives.
To help reduce the list of “to-do” items, buy a gift certificate for a cleaning or organizing service. Both are available in Coshocton. A local landscaping service would be a great service for someone who just doesn’t have time to do everything outside that they want to do.
There are power-washing services in Coshocton and that would be a big help to someone who can’t do it themselves, but wants a nice clean house. Car detailing or maintenance would also be welcome gifts. Something as simple as having the oil changed in the car would be great. Or hire a contractor to fix small odd jobs around their house.
The best way to think about possible service gifts you could give is to think about what you enjoy or need to have done at your own home. It might give you a list of ideas about what someone else might need or want. Coshocton is full of local people ready to help you find the perfect service gift option. Think outside the box and surprise someone this Christmas.
Category: Business
