These handcrafted grandparents day gifts 2021 are all unique gifts that they’ll love because they’re customized and personalized by the talented artisans from our featured Handcrafted Shops. Since they’re handmade, the grandparents will know you put some thought into choosing this special gift for them.
How did Grandparents Day Start?
This public holiday was signed into law by President Jimmy Carter in 1978. On September 6, 1979, a Presidential Proclamation made it official and the first Sunday of September after Labor day was designated as Grandparents Day.
The origin of this holiday to celebrate grandparents is thought to have been from the efforts of Marian McQuade, housewife from Virginia. In the 1970s, she advocated for the senior citizens and wanted the public to know about their contributions. She wanted the public to adopt a grandparent as they are willing to share their knowledge from their lifelong experience.
When is Grandparents Day in the USA?
Grandparents Day is on Sunday, September 12, 2021. It is always celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day according to the Almanac, so it does not fall on the same date every year. Here are the Grandparents Day dates for the next 5 years:
What is a good gift to give Grandparents?
Grandparents Day Gifts don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. They would rather get things that they could cherish for years to come and something that will remind them of the grandkids. Some ideas include:
- Spending time together — find a fun activity they could do with the grandkids. Examples are bowling, fishing, going for a nature walk, baking cookies.
- Handcrafted Gifts — these are gifts from the heart. The grandkids can help choose this with you and give it as a surprise to the grandparents.
Ideas for Handmade Gifts for Grandparents
No need to scour the internet for a gift to get for Grandma and Grandpa because we did that for you. Check out this list of the unique gifts for grandparents we found. They include gifts that can be customized and personalized to make it a one of a kind gift for them.
Glass Pendant
Grammy’s heart will surely melt with this 1.25″ x 1.50″ long oval glass pendant.
Grandparents Picture Frame
Grandparents will adore this photo frame filled with their grandkid’s pictures.
Camper’s Sign
This hand-painted indoor/outdoor sign is perfect for the grandparents who love to camp.
Grandparents Est Year Sign
Grandparents will be proud to hang this customized wood sign in their homes.
Funny Candle for Grandparents
Grandparents will be reminded who their favorite grandchild is anytime they light this candle with a funny message.
Personalized Throw Pillow
Personalize this woven throw pillow for the grandparents home.
Grandparents Photo Holder
Grandparents can display their favorite pictures of their grandchildren in this farmhouse style photo holder.
Personalized Puzzle Pieces Home Decor
Unique home decor with the grandchildren’s names as puzzle pieces.
Grandparents Brag Board
Grandparents can proudly hang the grandkid’s artistic creations on this wooden brag board.
Funny Candle For Grandparents
Funny Candle for the grandparents with a sense of humor.
Personalized Engraved Family Tree
Unique wooden family tree with the grandkid’s names engraved.
Funny Card For Grandma
Make grandma laugh with this funny card.
Welcome To Grandma And Grandpa’s House Sign
Grandma and Grandpa will be proud to hang this Welcome Sign on their door.
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Custom Grandparents Throw Pillow
This throw pillow is customized and will be a great accent piece to their home.
Personalized Keychain For Grandparents
Grandma will be proud to carry around this keychain with her grandkid’s names on it.
Personalized Tumblers for Grandparents
This laser-engraved personalized 22oz tumbler will help Nana and Papa hydrated this summer.
Custom Welcome Mat
Welcome to Nana and Papa’s home with this customized natural coir welcome mat.
Personalized Stacked Books for Grandparents
Those happy tears will start to fall ones Nana and Papa receive these customized, hand-painted, wrapped book set.
Personalized Round Wooden Sign
Personalize this wooden sign with the grandkids’ names for grandma and grandpa’s home.
Personalized Wood Board
Remind the grandparents who their greatest blessings are with this 36″ pine wood board.
Personalized Mug
Grandma and Grandpa will enjoy their favorite hot drink in this personalized stoneware mug.
Collage Picture Frame for Grandparents
Surprise your Grandparents with the grandkids’ collage photos in this stained wood photo frame.
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