Frual and Fantastic Gift Ideas

With the ongoing recession, the mood of shoppers does not seem to be too bright and cheerful. It's just a few months past the holiday season and most of us are stuck with hefty credit card dues and a bank balance that isn't worth talking about. People are losing jobs by the hundreds everyday and we are really uncertain about the day, when we would be handed the pink slip.

But birthday's and anniversaries come just once in a year and it'd be foolish to let go of a chance to tell your loved ones what they mean to you. Nevertheless there are many less expensive ways to express our love to that special someone in our lives.

Those good at cooking can try baking your loved ones' favorite cake or cookies at home and top it with a nice icing with your message. A nice hand crafted photo album with a collage of pictures and cards reminiscent of your best moments spent together could be a lovely gift too. It's personalized and cheap as well.

‘Say it with flowers' goes an old saying. A bunch of flowers do not cost much but is certain to bring a smile on the face of the person it's gifted to. And when music is the food of love, why go far searching for gifts. Make your own personal CD/DVD collection with the song that he/she loves, the song that you sang for your special one, and the songs that evoked fond memories for both of you.

You may not afford expensive jewelry to adorn your loved ones neck or fingers. But it does not cost much to help adorn your special someone's cell phone. The internet is abound with websites that let you make your own wallpaper and make your own ringtones. This could be a good opportunity to say those special words with your personal touch making it a memorable gift. If you are short on ideas, you may also choose from the dozens of special animated wallpapers and funny ringtones.

Whatever be your gift make sure you add your own personal touch, either with a lovely message n your own handwriting for your loved, the poem you had written for the person or pictures of you both together. That's what'd make the Day more special than any other.