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Oh no - it's nearly Christmas, and you just found out that your brother's new girlfriend will be joining you for Christmas. What are you going to do? Don't panic. Virtual Gifts like digital vouchers and downloads are here to save the day!
Now, I know what you are thinking, they don't come wrapped in shiny paper and might seem a little - well - thoughtless. But, hear me out. With a little creativity, they can be just as magical as anything under the tree.
Here's how to turn "I got you a voucher" into "Wow, this is the most thoughtful gift EVER!"
MAKE IT LOOK AMAZING
Did we ever really lose that childhood infatuation with the box over the item? Presentation is everything - even with virtual gifts. Instead of just sending a plain email, try:
A FUN EMAIL NOTE: Write something heartfult or even silly, like a message from Santa's elves explaining the gift.
A DIGITAL MASTERPIECE: Grab a printable greeting card and improve it with a little glitter and metallic penwork for a festive handover.
QR CODE MAGIC: If you've actually bought a physical item but it's not yet arrived. Link your gift to a QR code and pop it in a cool box - Bonus Points if you can make it look like a treasure map!
Because who doesn't love a gift that feels like it was made just for them?
ADD A LITTLE EXTRA SPARKLE
A virtual gift can feel extra special if it comes with a physical surprise - so get creative with it:
VOUCHERS: Is it really a voucher? Print it out on some tea-stained paper and roll it into a scroll (perhaps with a little festive ribbon) like a royal decree. Or indulge your giftee's roguish qualities and present it as a key (a little gold paint or pen and cardboard is a wondrous thing) to their very own fantasy vault!
DIGITAL PRODUCTS: A small physical product like chocolate is easy to come by at Christmas. But, indulge in a little Alice in Wonderland! Behind the 'EAT ME' tag or attached to the bottom of the box is a code to claim their virtual item.
MAKE IT AN EXPERIENCE
Here's an idea straight from the USA, that's sort of a secret - Gift Reveal Videos! This idea comes straight out of the 90s with a boatload of nostalgia (bonus points if you use an old film filter) where quiz programs would show contestants what they'd won (usually cooking equipment back then) on a screen with an attendant wearing a Christmas hat or maybe the robes of a winter wizard?!
FANTASY FLAIR
What do all these ideas have in common? A little bit of magic and at Christmas, isn't that what we all really want? Even adults harbor a little wish to see reindeer fly and listen for that 'HO, HO, HO' on Christmas Eve night. I mean really... that's why we watch Santa on Norads website, right?! No one and I mean NO ONE, is going to pass up a gift that was presented as if it's from a wizarding school or part of a quest ("The Enchanted Scroll of Spending Awaits You!"). With a little bit of creative flair, your gift can feel like it came straight out of their favourite fantasy world. When gifting becomes an adventure it becomes unforgettable!
Running short on time doesn't mean skimping on the wow factor. With a little imagination, virtual gifts can be as special as anything you'd wrap with a ribbon. At Thistle and Bard, we've got enchanting gift vouchers and digital treasures to delight every fantasy lover on your list.
Shop our virtual gifts now and spread a little magic this Christmas with one of these perfect virtual gifting ideas!
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