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Graduation Care Package Ideas

Graduation Care Package Ideas

by | May 6, 2020 | Care Packages, Gift Guides

Graduation Care Package Ideas

Care Packages are one of the best ideas for graduation gifts. They give the graduate a box full of items that relate to their interests or future! These Graduation Care Package Ideas are also great for treating the graduate to wonderful self-care, beauty, wellness, special dietary needs, or other fun products. Cratejoy carries more graduation care package ideas than I could include in one post, so feel free to get lost on their website!

Graduation Care Package Ideas

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For the graduate who wants products from small businesses owned by women:

Brownstone and Main delivers a box filled with beauty, self-care, wellness, and lifestyle products created by women-owned small businesses around the US. Their boxes include 5-7 products with a guaranteed value of over $70. A new box is curated every other month. The Brownstone and Main care package would be the perfect gift for an ambitious female graduate.

For the snacker

MunchieCrate delivers a box of 15 snacks for the one studying in the dorm and ready for a late night pick-me-up. These are the snacks the kids grew up with and will be excited to see.

For the coffee lover who will definitely have a Keurig

New K-cups from Podaholics every month will be perfect for the graduate who wants to start each morning with a cup of coffee before work or class.

For the guy who loves to work out and load up on protein

Send a Brotein Box to help him fuel his workouts with high protein treats like protein bars, jerky, and other snacks.

For the graduate who is gluten-free, but would like a sweet treat

Can you believe these gorgeous cookies are gluten free? Each box includes 12 gorgeous, yummy, and gluten free cookies! They also have cookie decorating kits. All of the profits go toward adoption fees.

For the new college guy (or any guy)

What college (or any guy) would not like a new pair of underware, socks, and t-shirt each month? One more day he does not have to do laundry! Basic Man delivers premium quality cotton and bamboo products. The boxer briefs are odor-resistant and antimicrobial

For the popcorn lover

Kernal Crate boxes include 3 unique flavors every month and are tree nut free, peanut free, and gluten free. 

For the New Teacher

Teacher Care Crate is a self-care box for teachers. It includes 6+ items specifically curated for teachers to destress and relax.

For the Woman ready to take on the world

Spark, Hustle, Grow is a subscription box and online community for female entrepreneurs. Every box includes a personal development or business-focused book and 4-6 chic office supplies, tech gadgets, and stationary. Recipients also receive monthly business trainings by experts.

For the Fitness Enthusiast

Barbell Boxes are available for men or women and include the most effective supplements and fitness gear on the market including product, recipes, supplement plans, and motivation.

For the Crafter

For the gal or guy who likes crafting and would love to have all of the tools, supplies, and instructions for a project delivered each month. All Adults and Crafts projects are useful and trendy and provide the opportunity to learn a new crafting technique each month. 

 

For some faith-based encouragement

Upbox curates lifestyle boxes with a captivating Scriptural theme, filled with treasures they love + use, too! They include an assortment of goodies like cards, bath+body, beauty, yummy treats, home goods, + accessories!

For the office and paper supplies lover

Freshen up her desk with a sophisticated office and paper supplies care package by Cloth and Paper. The guys would like the “pensperation” package. It includes 5-7 pens, pencils, or writing tools. 

For Game Night

Game Night in the dorm or with friends anywhere. Escape the Crate sends an “escape room” style game every other month. Each box features a unique theme and gives a team of players 1 hour to escape using the clues included in the box. 

For the Car Lover

Glove Box sends a curated box of 4-6 premium detailing products, towels, and accessories from top car care brand. Packages feature products from the brands the pros use, and as a special bonus DELUXE subscribers receive access to exclusive discount codes and monthly how-to videos to detail like a pro. 

For the Dog Lover

BoxDog sends 6-8 premium products for dogs, including 4 bins of 100% handmade bakery treats, 1 vegan skincare item from the BoxDog line, 2 unique toys and 1 dog dear or gadget item you won’t find in stores.

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Bible Verses for High School Graduation

Bible Verses for High School Graduation

by | Apr 14, 2020 | Parenting, Gift Guides

Bible Verses for High School Graduation

 

High school graduation is such an exciting time filled with bittersweet memories and dreams for the future. As our babies take their first steps into the real world, we want to send them with encouragement and prayers. These Bible Verses for High School Graduation are the best guidance to give them.

Write these Graduation Bible Verses on a graduation card or print them out on card stock so they can tape them to their mirrors and pin them to their bulletin boards.

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Bible Verses for High School Graduation

 

Proverbs 3:1-2 – Do not forget my teaching, but keep my commandments in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.

Deuteronomy 31:8 – The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.

Romans 8:28 – And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.

Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Numbers 6:24-26 – The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.

Exodus 14:14 – The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.

James 1:17 – Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

Colossians 2:6-7 – So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

Micah 6:8 – He has told you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Philippians 4:6-7 – Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Colossians 3:23 – Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.

 

 

I love every one of these verses. They are my prayers for my own children. I pray you will be able to use these Bible Verses for High School Graduation to encourage the graduate in your life.

What are your favorite verses to write in a graduation card? Comment below!

Need present ideas:

Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide

 

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Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students

Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students

by | Apr 5, 2020 | Gift Guides

30 Ideas for Best Gifts for Teens and Best Gifts for College Students

Shopping for teens and college students can be fun and challenging. It seems that the older kids get, the smaller and more expensive the presents are. I remember needing two rolls of wrapping paper to wrap a giant plastic car for my toddlers. Now I sometimes need barely a square of wrapping paper and the gift costs 5 times what the giant plastic car cost. But, if you know where to look, there are many gifts for this age group that do not need a charging cable. Read through this list of Best Gifts for Teens and Best Gifts for College Students for awesome present ideas that will not break the bank.

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 Gift Ideas for Teenage Boys and College Guys

Teenage boys can be SO HARD to buy for. Here are some unique gift ideas for teenage boys.

A hoodie with their favorite sport’s team logo. 

If your teen or college student (boy or girl) does not have a pair of AirPods, I promise you they want them.

Nice workout socks like these from Bombas will be worn everyday whether they are working out, lounging around, or every day with tennis shoes.

11 in 1 Wallet Multitool

This 11 in 1 Wallet Multitool would make a good stocking stuffer for all of the men in your life. It’s a screwdriver, bottle opener, cutting tool, wrench, and more.

Hydroflask has figured out what other makers of stainless steel water bottles have not by making the opening large enough for ice cubes. These stainless steel bottle are the best! Our family loves them. (The girls love them too!)

Bath and Body Gift sets like this one from Kiehl’s will definitely be used. Every guy needs soap and shaving cream. Having nice products will make them feel good and confident.

 

Gift Ideas for College Students, Teenage Boys, and Teenage Girls 

 

Here are some fun ideas for all of the teens and college students on your list

“Stranger Things” is an original series on Netflix about a group of teenagers in the 1980s. The 80s culture is spot on and the characters are relatable for teens and the adults who were teens in the 80s. (I’m raising my hand!) A Stranger Things Trivial Pursuit game would be such a fun by the fire or snow day gift for any teen. There is even a portal in the game to send players to the “Down Under.”

Phones never have enough battery and a portable phone charger is a must. Mine has saved me more times than I can count.

An air lounger is perfect for the backyard, the beach, the quad on campus, or the family room. My daughter had one she used to take to track meets. You do not have to blow these up. Just swing through the air and fold into position.

Help them keep their phone where they can see it so they are not fumbling around the car for it. Whether they are using the GPS or listening to music, a car phone vent mount will make their day.

The Harry Potter books these kids grew up reading are now available in full-color, beautifully illustrated editions. You can buy a set of books 1-3 or buy them individually. The fourth book, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, was just released in October 2019.

We have life hammers in all of our cars. These hammers can help you escape your car in an emergency. They will cut a seat belt and break a car window

Everyone needs a new pair of house shoes. House shoes keep your feet warm in the winter and are great to slip on in the dorm to keep your feet off the perhaps less-than-super-clean floors.  

Do they like movies? Challenge them to see the top 100 movies of all time with this movie bucket list scratch off poster.

Give the high school kids a Planning for College Planner. It will help them organize the entire college search and application process in one place – including building their resume beginning as a high school freshman.

 

Best Gifts Ideas for College Girls and Teenage Girls

The girls are easier and often more fun to buy for – there are so many possibilities.

Any college girl would LOVE this steamer. My husband and I have one of these in our bathroom. It is AMAZING. Wrinkles gone in a flash without setting up an ironing board. (Some of the guys might appreciate it as well. My sons think they are good with a bottle of Downey Spray….)

My daughter and I both love our real acrylic makeup storage units. Real acrylic ones are sturdy and last for years (instead of months with cheap plastic ones). 

Love these new travel jewelry cases by Stackers. Any woman in your life would love one of these!

I love everything made by The Rifle Paper Company – gorgeous covers and thick, bleed-free paper. I have this set of notebooks. They each have a topic for my notes and journaling. Any girl would feel special to whip one of these out in class.

A beautiful and fun set of gel pens would go great with the Rifle Paper Notebooks.

Teens and college girls are always taking their makeup places – to a friend’s house or back and forth from college. A new makeup bag would fit the bill. I like how this one has a separate zip pouch at the bottom for brushes or whatever she would like to separate from her other items.

An eye shadow pallette or any make up set from a premium brand like MAC will be loved!

Everyone needs a felt letter board. These are so fun for commemorating events in pictures. (See my daughter holding one on her first day of school here.) They are also fun for encouraging messages!

“Meh” is one of the many things I hear my daughter say that I was not aware were words. May as well put it on a coffee mug.

How about a high school bucket list book? 97 Things to do Before You Finish High School sounds like an instagram worthy project.

Drop these super fun lipstick highlighters in their stockings!

Give her an easy way to spend some time with God with this 3 Minute Devotions Guide.

Subscription Care Packages for Teens and College Students

 Give the gift that gives all year. A monthly or quarterly subscription box. Every month or quarter the gift recipient will receive a box from the subscription service filled with goodies for them to enjoy.

Craft subscription boxes are fun for those wanting a creative outlet. Craft in Style boxes feature new projects, easy instructions, all the supplies, and free gifts along the way! Crafts vary from terrariums, clay marbling, candles, gold gilding, sun print photography + more. All boxes can be customized for you.

Snack Nation provides healthy snack box subscriptions in three categories – tasting, deluxe, and gluten free. Perfect for a student who is having difficulty finding healthy treats on campus.

Do you have ideas for the Best Gifts for Teens and the Best Gifts for College Students? Share them in the comment section below.

 

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Graduation Gifts for Girls

Graduation Gifts for Girls

by | Apr 1, 2020 | Gift Guides

Graduation Gifts for Girls

 

Girls are so fun to buy for! Instead of giving money, find a fun and unique graduation gift for the girls on your list. From useful gift ideas to jewelry gift ideas to ideas for a college graduate headed into the world, this post has them all. I have compiled a list of all of the Almost Empty Nest posts with ideas for Girls’ Graduation Gifts.

Graduation Gifts for Girls

 

This list is exclusively for girls and includes ideas that will help her survive her first year in the dorm: 10 Incredible Graduation Gift Ideas for Girls

Graduation Jewelry for Girls contains sentimental and inspiring pieces of jewelry for the special girl in your life.

Looking for something practical? Graduation Gifts they Will Actually Use

Is she a college graduate headed into the real world? College Graduation Gifts for Girls

DIY Gifts: These gift baskets with free printables will thrill her as she moves off to college. Have Loads of Fun in College Care Package and the Going Away to College Coffee Gift Basket. Don’t Forget a First Aid Kit. It is also an excellent gift.

There are more Gift Ideas for Teens and College Students in this post.

And finally, the Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide with ideas for all of the graduates you know.

 

 

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Graduation Gifts Under $10

Graduation Gifts Under $10

by | Mar 24, 2020 | Gift Guides

Graduation Gifts Under $10

 

 

Sometimes you need to buy some inexpensive gifts especially if you need a whole lot of graduation gifts for friends. Cute Graduation Gifts Under $10 are not that hard to find if you know where to look. And if you wrap them up super cute they will charm even the pickiest gift recipient. 

For more Graduation Gift Ideas:

Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide

10 Incredible Graduation Gift Ideas for Girls

Graduation Jewelry Gift Ideas

Graduation Gifts for Guys

 

Graduation Gifts Under $10

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I am going to start with the obvious – gift cards. The key to giving gift cards is in the presentation. Buy a pile of coffee shop gift cards and order these adorable completely customizable gift card holders for only .97 each from the Almost Empty Nest Store.

I can’t say this enough – Presentation is Everything!! These sacks (8 for $2.95) filled with goodies or any of the smaller graduation gifts under $10 on this post and tied with a ribbon and cute card will garner a lot of oohs and ahhs on any gift table.

These first aid kits are only $6.99 and every dorm room needs a few bandaids and items for cuts and scrapes.

Another minor emergency that can be solved for less than $10 is a missing button or loose hem. Mom and her sewing drawer will not be available in a dorm room or apartment. Give an emergency sewing kit for $8.99.

Another key to giving amazing graduation gifts under $10 each is to buy in bulk. If you buy one acrylic frame, you are over $10. If you buy a set of 5 acrylic frames for $36.99, then they are $7.40 each. Add a special photo of the two of you and you have the best gift on the gift table!

Is this not a gorgeous jewelry holder and it is only $9.99!! Give her a place to put her earrings and bracelets as she takes them off on her desk or beside her bed.

Are you giving gifts to gals who like to work out? These amazing Invisibobble hair ties have a strong hold, will not damage hair, or get sweat-soaked.

Can you believe this gorgeous chalk board with included chalk marker and 5 magnets is only $9.99 and as of this writing is on sale for $7.99???

My daughter and her roommate have several strands of these photo light sets around their dorm room. They are $9.41 each.

There are a lot of inspiring graduation books, but only a handful that you can use as a graduation gift under $10. I Wish You More is a book filled with wishes for the new graduate.

Whatever You Are, Be A Good One is another inspirational graduation gift book available for under $10.

The smaller of these grid totes is $9.99. It would be perfect for the guys who do not take as many items to the shower as the girls. The totes have holes in the bottom so they will not collect water.

Help her dress up her planner with this set of college planner stickers.

This beautiful and highly rated walnut pen is only $9.99.

Make some Netflix binge night packs with these cute popcorn bowls – $7.95 each or a set of two for $13.95. Add some candy or microwave popcorn.

How about a cute acrylic memo block at $9.99 (currently on sale for $7.99)?

This 4 1/2 star rated make up bag is only $6.99. Customers say it is very durable and it even has an inner pocket for smaller items. 

You can rarely find something with “jumbo” in the name for less than $10. This Jumbo Weekly Task Pad is on sale for $6.39.

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College Graduation Gifts for Girls

College Graduation Gifts for Girls

by | Mar 20, 2020 | Gift Guides

College Graduation Gifts for Girls

 

College Graduation is a momentous occasion. The graduate is headed to the workplace or to even more school. But regardless of her destination, life will change. Whether it is dressing more professionally or living alone for the first time, she will have many new needs. This College Graduation Gifts for Girls guide will give you some ideas for the graduate in your life.

 

For more Graduation Gift Ideas:

10 Incredible Graduation Gifts for Girls

Graduation Care Package Ideas

Graduation Jewelry Gift Ideas

Ultimate Graduation Gift Guide

Graduation Gifts They Will Actually Use

 

College Graduation Gifts for Girls

 

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  1. Frame her new diploma so it will not spend years in a cardboard tube. Options are from the very basic to frames that are licensed by her alma mater.
  2. This beautiful set is called the “Made to Shine” Gift Box Set. It includes a journal, canvas pouch, trinket dish, and premium note cards. All of the items contain scriptures to encourage the new graduate in her new endeavors.
  3. Offices are notorious for being too cold. A professional looking cardigan like this one from Barefoot Dreams will serve her day after day. I also love the J. Crew Sweater Blazers. I have two of them – one in khaki and one in pink!! So many compliments and they go with everything.
  4. If she works somewhere that allows a bit of self-expression, a Confetti Lanyard by Packed Party will brighten her day everyday!
  5. Her wardrobe needs are definitely changing. Get her a gift card to Rent the Runway where she can rent designer clothes for an interview, wedding, or other special occasion
  6. These Kendra Scott earrings will be a gorgeous addition to her professional wardrobe.
  7. Make sure she has a good stainless steel travel mug with a lid for her commute to work. It will keep her beverage warm and the lid will help her avoid a messy spill on her desk
  8. A quality tote is something every woman needs. A tote by Longchamp is one she will be proud to carry. I am also in LOVE with this BP Leather Total for only $49.
  9. Will her new job require travel? Give her a travel jewelry case to protect her jewelry on the road.
  10.  Erin Condren is the Queen of Amazing Planners customizable for every need, schedule, and lifestyle. Her new “Be the Hero” Wonder Woman Collection for “Powerful Productivity” is especially Wonder-Ful!

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