Here’s a list of bookish ideas to make Christmas extra special for the book lover in your life:
Gifts for Book Lovers
- Special Editions: Beautifully bound or illustrated editions of their favorite books.
- Bookmarks: Unique or handmade bookmarks (magnetic, leather, or themed designs).
- Book Subscription Boxes: Monthly book crates like Book of the Month, OwlCrate, or Illumicrate.
- Customized Bookplates: Personalized “Ex Libris” stickers for their library.
- Reading Light: Clip-on or rechargeable reading lamps.
- Bookends: Decorative bookends (e.g., literary-themed, minimalist, or quirky).
- Book Sleeves: Padded covers to protect books on the go.
- Literary Candles: Scents inspired by books, authors, or fictional worlds.
- Cozy Reading Blanket: A soft, warm throw for curling up with a book.
- Tea or Coffee Samplers: Paired with a mug featuring book quotes or designs.
Creative Ideas
- A Personal Library Kit: Stampers, cards, or labels to make their book collection feel official.
- Custom Book Stack Artwork: Prints that feature a stack of their favorite titles.
- Literary Apparel: Shirts, hoodies, or socks with quotes, book covers, or library themes.
- Bookish Jewelry: Pendants, bracelets, or rings inspired by literature.
- Custom Dust Jackets: Commission unique jackets for their favorite books.
DIY Bookish Gifts
- Homemade Bookmark: Craft a personalized bookmark using pressed flowers, calligraphy, or embroidery.
- Literary Advent Calendar: Wrap 12 or 24 books (new or secondhand) for a countdown to Christmas.
- Book-Themed Jar: Fill a jar with quotes, passages, or mini scrolls of their favorite books.
- Book Quote Art: Frame an artistic rendering of their favorite literary quote.
- Handwritten Letter: Write them a letter in the style of their favorite character or author.
Bookish Experiences
- Bookstore Gift Card: A voucher for their favorite independent or chain bookstore.
- Tickets to an Author Event: An upcoming signing, reading, or book festival.
- Museum or Library Tour: Visits to literary museums, iconic libraries, or author homes.
- Reading Nook Upgrade: Help set up a cozy corner with cushions, fairy lights, and shelves.
- Audiobook Subscription: A gift card for Audible, Libro.fm, or another audiobook service.
Stocking Stuffers
- Mini Books: Tiny books or novelty items like book-shaped pins or keychains.
- Sticky Notes: Literary-themed page markers for annotating books.
- Puzzle or Game: Bookish puzzles or trivia card games like “Literary Charades.”
- Notebooks: Journals inspired by classic novels or with literary quotes.
- Pens or Highlighters: Fancy or themed writing tools for their reading notes.
Which idea do you like the most, or would you like more details on any?