We are so grateful to those devoted grandparents in our kids' lives, that this is the time of year we look for thoughtful grandparent gift ideas that are just a little more special than your av-er-age grandparent gift. Take a look at these picks which prove you don't have to spend a lot to say "I love you" in a big way.
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All picks have been editorially determined by our staff. There has been no compensation for inclusion in this guide..
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All discount codes good through 12/31/17
Handmade Personalized Grandparent Heart Ornament
Gorgeous keepsake at a great price, but hurry to make Christmas delivery!
$20, Magic MoonPottery Use code HOLIDAYS17 to save 10%
Family Photo Dominos Game
One of the most inventive personalized photo gift ideas for grandparents we've seen.
$34.99, Pinhole Press Use code COOLMOMS for 15% off all products
Collection of Your Family’s Heirloom Recipes in a Beautiful Box
If you've been meaning to gather up all those recipes in your family scribbled in all sorts of places, the holidays are a perfect excuse. Love this box to store them all, too.
$34, Rifle Paper CoPersonalized Children’s Signature Necklace or Keychain
There's nothing more sentimental than a gift made from a child's artwork, and this shop makes keepsakes as beautiful as any we've seen. If you don't make the order-by date...get an IOU. Totally worth it.
$110+, Metalmorphis Jewelry
Ancestry DNA Kit
For some grandparents, this is the ultimate family heirloom.
$54.99 on sale, Amazon (prices may fluctuate)
Custom Full Body Silhouette Ornament
A truly special keepsake that makes a wonderful grandparent gift for the holidays.
$125+, Le Papier Studio Use code THANKS10 for 10% off + get free US shipping with orders over $150Custom Framed Photo of the Grandkids
Art.com has plenty of options for customization in every price range.
$44.99+, Art.com
Hand-Carved Wooden Heart Cutting Board
So they can think of you every time wine and cheese are served. (Note that To The Market is also the sponsor of our Mother-In-Law Gift Ideas...but we love this board so much!)
$40, To The Market Use code COOL10 for $10 off all To the Market exclusives when you spend $30.
Personalized Nana Mug
Such a sweet, affordable grandparent gift "from" the cousins.
$12.60 on sale, Fieldtrip
Lunch Somewhere Special with the Family
Time together is always the best gift. Whether it's Tiffany (ooh!) or just a favorite coffee shop that serves the hot chocolate that the kids love.
Here: The new Tiffany Blue Box Cafe, NYC
State Pride Printable Art Prints
Whether they're in home sweet Chicago or have Georgia on their minds, this is an affordable, thoughtful gift for a grandparent with a little hometown pride. Just add a frame!
$5, Ink Lane Designs
Solid Cashmere Throw Blanket
Don't grandparents deserve to be cozy, warm and pampered?
$350, exclusive to Bloomingdale's
Custom Kid Quote Wall Art by Betsy Grimm
How great is this idea! The hardest part is picking just one quote. And uh, one that's not R-rated.
$55+, Uncommon Goods
Bay Leaf Wreath
Coming home for the holidays will smell that much more delicious.
$29.95+, Williams-Sonoma
Christmas in NY Chocolates
Extra special if you include tickets for a trip to NYC together. If not...the chocolates are pretty awesome on their own.
$95, Stick with Me Sweets
Custom Made-to-order Wooden Cribbage Board
Great excuse to play -- or learn to pick it up.
$69.95 Timbergreen Woods Use code 2017END for 17% off shopwide
Letters to My Grandchild
Have the grandparents fill this out, and by next year, they can give it back. Instant heirloom.
$11.43, AmazonDon't forget to visit our other gift guide categories for even more ideas! And be sure to enter our $500 Etsy gift card giveaway to help support more indie makers and artists this holiday!