Gifts from the Heart: Show How Much You Care with These 12 Sentimental Finds

Sometimes the best gifts come straight from the heart. When you want to show someone just how much they mean to you, choose a present that adds an extra dose of thoughtfulness and sentiment. These 12 finds go beyond the typical gift store offerings to give your loved ones that special feeling that comes from being cherished.

1. Custom Star MapFor the stargazers in your life, a custom map of the constellations in the sky on a special date commemorates unforgettable memories under the stars. Printed posters or hand stamped jewelry become instant heirlooms.

2. DIY Ticket Stub DiaryMake a scrapbook for preserving cherished experiences like concerts, plays, or sporting events. Decorate ticket stub envelopes and use them to hold memories bringing you closer together.

3. Baked Treats with Sweet NotesTreat someone to scrumptious homemade cupcakes, cookies or other baked delights. Tuck in love notes with each for an extra heartfelt gift from your kitchen that shows you care.

4. Sentimental Memory QuiltGather meaningful scraps of fabric from cherished clothing items or accessories for a memory quilt oozing with nostalgia. Ideal for celebrating big milestones together.

5. Custom Music BoxSelect a special song and lyrics that capture your unique love story. A custom music box with an engraved plaque plays your melody and displays the meaningful words each time it opens.

6. Best Moments Picture BookCurate a sweet photo book highlighting your most precious adventures together throughout the years. The moments captured become gifts able to be revisited again and again.

7. Reasons Why You’re Special BookCraft a homemade book filled with all the quirks, talents and qualities you adore about someone. Heartfelt and budget-friendly, it’s a keepsake to turn to when needing a pick-me-up.

8. Homemade Candle with Personalized ScentMake someone smile each time they light up by creating a custom candle promoting calm, joy, relaxation or energy with personalized aroma notes.

9. Sentimental Framed CollageCollect ticket stubs, photos, receipts and other tidbits from special times together. Frame in a collage or shadowbox to lovingly commemorate the memories.

10. Engraved JewelryAn engraved bracelet, locket, pocket watch or cufflinks makes for meaningful personalized jewelry gifts proving love doesn’t fade with time.

11. Nostalgic Mix CDGift a thoughtfully curated playlist of songs encapsulating eras and milestones in your relationship. Pop it in for instant nostalgia listening parties.

12. Date Night Idea JarLet new adventures unfold by pre-planning date nights and placing ideas in a jar to pull from whenever you need inspiration. Add bucket list activities too!

Giving a present from the heart adds an irreplaceable personal touch. Any of these 12 sentimental finds will show your nearest and dearest how much you care all year long.