August 4, 2015
Many people send their loved ones care packages, and you want yours to stand out. If you’re feeling creative, there are many ways to compile a clever box of fun and practical gifts. Here at AIM Mail Centers, we’ve assembled some themes that are sure to be a hit:
- Game Night: A thoughtful gift with everything needed to host a fun night for new friends.
- Playing cards
- Bananagrams®
- Handheld Electronic Games
- Board Games
- Candy
- Chips
- Homemade sweets, like rice crispy treats, brownies, and/or cookies
- Just Add Water: Help loved ones take a break from the normal fare with some goodies that only need water
- Ramen noodles
- Single-serve, instant Mac and Cheese
- Soup mixes
- Instant oatmeal
- Hot chocolate
- Keep It Clean: Living quarters can get dirty, so when your loved ones get the urge to clean, make sure they have everything necessary to make their space spotless.
- Air freshener
- Antibacterial wipes/cleaning supplies
- Dusting cloths
- Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
- Small packets of washing detergent
- Dryer sheets
- Health Nut: If your recipient is passionate about fitness, here’s a sweet way to help him or her stay in shape.
- Activity tracker/pedometer
- Dried fruit
- Health magazines
- Protein bars
- Protein powder
- Sports drink mixes
- Sunflower seeds
- Vitamins
- Get Well!: Scraps, bruises, and head colds are inevitable, so make sure your loved ones have everything they need to recover.
- Facial Tissues
- Cough Drops
- Herbal Tea
- Antibiotic Ointment
- Band-Aids
- Pain Relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, etc.)
Don’t forget to add some personal touches, like photos or a handwritten note. When you’re ready to ship your care package, visit the AIM Mail Center location nearest you where the friendly professionals will help you pack and ship your gifts. They’ll even compare UPS and FedEx shipping rates to help you find the best way to get it there!