You have known them their whole lives, and even if they don't like the gift you are not too worried about any tension it will cause.
But the in-laws are a different story.
If you are like most people, then you want to impress your in-laws and get them something that moves you up a notch in their eyes as someone who really cares about them and their lives.
The trick is to not get them something too cheap or something too expensive. You want to land somewhere in the middle, and you want the gift to be useful. That means it has to be something that they will use and not something that they will regift back to you next year. Following are some Christmas presents for in-laws that everyone will use and enjoy.
Digital Picture Frame
For example, if your spouse has a bunch of pictures from his or her birthday with their family, then include those pictures so that your in-laws appreciate the digital picture frame even more than they would if it was just blank.
Gift Card
These are really the ultimate gift for anyone, especially your in-laws. There are very few stores that don't have gift cards available, which means you can literally give the gift of your inlaws favorite store or restaurant, and give their pocket book a break. For example, chances are you already know where your in-laws enjoy eating, so when you buy them a gift card that is equal to a night out, you are giving them the gift of eating out, having fun, and getting a break, all for free.Gift Basket
This will always be one of the top Christmas presents for inlaws. The trick is to pick a theme that you think they will like and stick to it. For instance, if you are creating a basket for someone who loves taking baths, then ensure you include thing such as bubble bath, soap, and a candle. You can even put a gift certificate to their favorite bath store in the basket. But, do not throw socks into the basket because that has nothing to do with a bath. You could, however, throw in slippers for when they get out of the bath! The point is that gift baskets are fun and can be created specifically for the person receiving them, and there are not too many people who will not enjoy a gift basket full of things they love.Wind Chimes
This may seem like an unusual gift, but it is actually a very thoughtful gift for anyone. Wind chimes have many uses and meanings. For instance, they are used to ward off ill omen. They act as an alert system for bad weather. They are known to promote peace, happiness, and good fortune. They relieve stress and re-balance the body. The reduce anxiety. They restore vitality. The truth is that we are bombarded with a ton of sounds throughout our day, and wind chimes provide a calm and soothing sound that provides all of the above benefits and more. In short, when it comes to Christmas presents for inlaws, this may very well be the most therapeutic thing you can buy.Hobby Related Gifts
Almost everyone has a hobby. A hobby is something that we do because we enjoy it, which means giving them a gift related to their hobby will ensure they are receiving a gift that they enjoy and will use. You may think that they already have a ton of things related to their hobby, but you will be surprised at what you can find. For instance, if you have an inlaw who enjoys sports, then they probably have a lot of collectibles related to sports; however, the chances of them having a sports throw blanket is pretty slim, and that will be something that they will not only enjoy, but use as well.In the end, buying Christmas presents for inlaws is relatively easy. Use the tips above to get them something they will really enjoy and use. If you have just come into the family, they will be impressed with your ability to buy them something that they really enjoy, and if you have been in the family for a while, they will appreciate the fact that you still care enough to get them something that benefits their life in some way.
