{"id":9181,"date":"2022-10-03T18:43:40","date_gmt":"2022-10-03T18:43:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aliviodownsizing.com\/?p=9181"},"modified":"2023-05-17T15:01:29","modified_gmt":"2023-05-17T15:01:29","slug":"the-best-gifts-that-dont-add-to-clutter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aliviodownsizing.com\/fr\/the-best-gifts-that-dont-add-to-clutter\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Gifts That Don&#8217;t Add To Clutter"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-8 offset-md-2 mt-5 bmx-lh-2\">\n<p>Getting the perfect gift for a loved one can sometimes be difficult.\u00a0 Whether it\u2019s to celebrate a birthday, or a special holiday, no one wants to give a gift that will simply be put to the side to collect dust.\u00a0 This is even more true for those who may be thinking of downsizing their home.\u00a0 The following are the best gift ideas that don\u2019t add to clutter.<\/p>\n<h3>Gift Cards for Experiences<\/h3>\n<p>Gift cards or gift certificates for experiences are a great option for those who seem to already have everything.\u00a0 Many people tend to avoid giving gift cards or certificates due to how impersonal it seems. However, since these gift cards will be spent on an\u00a0<em>experience<\/em>, rather than an\u00a0<em>item<\/em>, it\u2019s a two-in-one gift.\u00a0 It can show the recipient how much the person was thinking of them, without having to add to the items they already own.<\/p>\n<p>For example, a certificate to get pampered (haircut, massage, pedicure).\u00a0 It is a suitable gift for anyone, regardless of their age.\u00a0 Some companies even provide in-home services, so the recipient doesn\u2019t even have to leave the comfort of their home. It would be a gift that they will never forget.<\/p>\n<h3>E-Book Reader<\/h3>\n<p>An e-book reader is a great gift for any bibliophile.\u00a0 While it\u2019s true that there is nothing like a physical copy of a book, e-book readers offer many advantages, including the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They hold about<a href=\"https:\/\/thebookbuff.com\/how-many-books-can-a-kindle-hold\"><u>250-300 books per GB<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li>They\u2019re lightweight and portable<\/li>\n<li>Built in dictionary feature<\/li>\n<li>The ability to zoom in for easier reading<\/li>\n<li>E-books are usually much cheaper than their paperback counterparts and there is a long<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifewire.com\/places-to-get-free-kindle-books-1357954\"><u>list of free books<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Hundreds of books in one device means there is no need for books to take over a living space.\u00a0 Books that are already owned can even be donated.\u00a0 It\u2019s a gift that helps\u00a0<em>save<\/em>\u00a0space!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Recipe Binder<\/h3>\n<p>Many people have fond memories of baking or cooking with loved ones.\u00a0 Many times, the recipes used were written by hand and passed down through the family.\u00a0 Whether they were written on cue cards, or on paper, the mere sight of a loved one\u2019s handwriting of these recipes can be comforting.\u00a0 However, these recipes can quickly accumulate.\u00a0 If there is no form of organization to them, rather than being seen as a family treasure, they are instead perceived as part of the clutter.<\/p>\n<p>To keep these recipes safe, and organized, many options can be found on Amazon.\u00a0 For example, a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B004WHF188\/\"><u>recipe binder<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that has space for recipes, notes, and keepsakes.\u00a0 With a little bit of preparation, it can make a heartwarming,\u00a0<em>(and organized)<\/em>\u00a0gift.\u00a0 Even if the recipes are never again followed to prepare an actual meal, it\u2019s the memories attached to them that are special.<\/p>\n<h3>A Homemade Meal or Dessert<\/h3>\n<p>Speaking of recipes, a homemade meal or dessert can also make a wonderful gift.\u00a0 As long as all dietary restrictions are followed, a meal made from scratch shows that time and thought was put into it.<\/p>\n<p>Best of all, once the dish has been eaten, all that is left is the container it came in.\u00a0 This can either be<a href=\"https:\/\/bulkmart.ca\/collections\/eco-friendly-disposables\"><u>eco-friendly\/biodegradable packaging<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that can be tossed, or a pretty dish that the recipient can use for their own cooking.\u00a0 It\u2019s like two gifts in one!<\/p>\n<h3>Donation in their Honor<\/h3>\n<p>Another option is to use the money that you would have spent on a gift and put it towards a donation.\u00a0 If there is a charity or a cause that is meaningful to the recipient, make the donation on their behalf.\u00a0 Not only are you supporting something that they hold dear to their heart, you\u2019re also helping others.<\/p>\n<h3>Cleaning and\/or Organizing Services<\/h3>\n<p>Perhaps the perfect gift would be something that they would never get for themselves.\u00a0 For example, if you know that downsizing is something on their to-do list, but are too busy to get around to it themselves, downsizing home services like those of Alivio Solution Inc. would be perfect for them.<\/p>\n<p>Whether they need help with some hard-to-manage\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/aliviodownsizing.com\/services\/decluttering\"><u>clutter<\/u><\/a>, or perhaps they are preparing to move and feel overwhelmed, Alivio Solution is available to help.\u00a0 Alivio Solution\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/aliviodownsizing.com\/packages\"><u>offers packages<\/u><\/a>\u00a0that cater to any needs, by offering the proper downsizing solutions to each unique case.<\/p>\n<p>By calling us (437-329-6873) or emailing us with questions you may have about our services, you are taking the first steps toward getting one of the best gifts you can offer someone!<\/p>\n<p>These are only a few of the best gifts that don\u2019t add to clutter.\u00a0 With a bit of creativity, there is a perfect, clutter-free gift option for everyone in your life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-8 offset-md-2 mt-5 text-center\"><a class=\"btn bmx-btn-outline-yellow\" href=\"https:\/\/aliviodownsizing.com\/contact\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting the perfect gift for a loved one can sometimes be difficult.\u00a0 Whether it\u2019s to celebrate a birthday, or a special holiday, no one wants to give a gift that will simply be put to the side to collect dust.\u00a0 This is even more true for those who may be thinking of downsizing their home.\u00a0 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