Five Star Gift Ideas

I understand your desire to find a meaningful and personal gift for your son, based on his love for building model kits. Here are a few different gift ideas that might cater to his interests and spark his creativity:

1. Advanced Model Kit: Since your son already enjoys building model kits, consider finding a more advanced or challenging kit that will push his skills to the next level. Look for unique or rare models that align with his interests, such as a vintage car or a historical aircraft. This will not only engage his passion for building, but also enhance his knowledge and expertise.

2. Customized Tool Set: Building model kits requires a set of tools that can sometimes be overlooked. To show your support and encourage his hobby, you could get him a customized tool set specifically designed for building model kits. Look for a set that includes all the necessary tools, such as clippers, tweezers, glue, and paints, along with a quality storage case. You can also consider adding a personalized touch, like engraving his name on the tools or the case.

3. Workshop or Workbench: If he doesn't already have a dedicated space for building his model kits, consider creating a workshop area or providing a workbench. This will not only give him a designated space to comfortably work on his projects but also indicate your support for his hobby. Ensure the workbench is sturdy, equipped with ample storage for his tools, and has sufficient tabletop space for his ongoing projects.

4. Magazine Subscription: To keep him inspired and up-to-date with the latest trends in the modeling world, you could gift him a subscription to a modeling magazine. This will provide him with regular issues featuring tips, techniques, and model kit reviews. Choose a magazine that particularly focuses on his areas of interest, such as car modeling, aircraft modeling, or naval modeling. He can enjoy reading these magazines during his free time or use them as a reference while building his kits.

5. Museum or Exhibition Visit: For a more experiential gift, consider taking your son to a museum or exhibition related to model kits or his favorite subjects. This will not only provide a fun day out but also expose him to a broader community of model enthusiasts and showcase different types of kits and dioramas. It can be an educational and exciting experience that he will remember for a long time.

Remember, the best gift is one that reflects your son's interests and passions while also showing your support and encouragement for his hobby.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”