How to Give a Home Decor Gift This Holiday Season

If you have someone on your gift giving list that you just can't come up with any ideas for, consider giving a home decor gift. Home decor runs the gamut from curtains and wall hangings to clocks and end tables. Giving home decor, as long as it's in good taste, is a great way to show someone that you appreciate them. Each time the person sees the piece in their home, they'll be reminded of you and your thoughtful gift.

The first prerequisite to giving home decor is to understand the recipients' style. Everyone has different tastes. If you want your gift to be appreciated and actually used by your friend, family member or coworker, you'll need to make sure it fits within their style. If you haven't been to the recipient's home and taken a look at their style and preferences, it's probably best to give something else. You don't want your gift to stick out like a sore thumb.

If you're a frequent guest at the recipient's home, you can do a little investigative work the next time you visit. Pay close attention to how they decorate their home. Look at the colors that they use, as well as the basic design elements. Design elements include shape, texture and weight. For example, some people prefer soft edges and curvy lines. Others appreciate solid pieces with straight edges. Look around their home (discreetly!) and take mental notes on what you see. This way when you go shopping you'll be able to tell what type of gift they'll appreciate.

After you've made some observations about the recipients' style, it's time to go shopping. You can either hit the mall and fight through the crowds, or you can shop online from the convenience of your home. With home decor, it's often best to take your search online. You can find exactly what you're looking for by entering some words that describe the design you're looking for.

If you're unsure what to get, consider buying something that will be helpful that everyone needs. Some home decor items, like picture frames and grandfather clocks are always appreciated. If you're looking for picture frames, try to find some that fit in with the frames you see around the recipient's home. They don't have to match exactly, but they do need to be in a similar style or color. For example, don't give a basic square black frame to a friend who decorates with ornately gilded frames.

When it comes to clocks, you should be sure you're purchasing a clock that will stand the test of time. Look for a company with a good track record of quality, like a Seth Thomas or Howard Miller clock. Nothing is worse than giving someone a gift that breaks down shortly after you give it to them.

As long as you do your homework, giving home decor is a good idea for anyone on your gift list. Not only will your recipient appreciate the gift when they first get it, they will remember you time and time again when they see it in their home.

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