Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who enjoys creative journaling and scrapbooking, there are several meaningful gift ideas that could enhance his hobbies and show him your support. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Journaling Supplies: Upgrade his journaling kit with high-quality supplies such as colorful pens, markers, gel pens, or brush pens. Consider including metallic or pastel options that can add an extra pop to his designs.

2. Specialty Stationery: Look for unique and eye-catching stationery items like patterned paper, washi tape sets, stickers, or decorative adhesive notes. This way, he can incorporate different textures and designs into his scrapbooking projects.

3. Scrapbooking Tools: Help him expand his scrapbooking toolbox with essential tools like paper trimmers, hole punches, die-cutting machines, or embossing tools. These tools can make his creations more professional and versatile.

4. Personalized Scrapbook Kit: Put together a custom scrapbooking kit with various materials like patterned papers, embellishments, cut-outs, and crafting accessories based on his specific interests. For instance, if he enjoys travel, include elements like maps, landmarks, or travel-themed stickers.

5. Inspirational Books: Gift him books that provide inspiration and innovative ideas for creative journaling and scrapbooking. Look for titles that provide techniques, storytelling prompts, or showcase exceptional artwork in these realms.

6. Online Courses/Membership: Consider gifting him an online course or membership to a platform that offers classes on art journaling or scrapbooking. This will give your son access to guidance from experts, new techniques, and a community of fellow artists.

7. Personalized Journal or Scrapbook: Have a journal or scrapbook specially made for him with his name, initials, or a favorite quote engraved on the cover. This personal touch will make him feel more connected to his creative process.

8. Scrapbooking Magazine Subscription: Subscribe him to a scrapbooking or art journaling magazine that showcases new trends, techniques, and ideas in the field. This will serve as a source of ongoing inspiration and keep him updated with the latest developments.

9. Desktop Organizer: Help him keep his workspace tidy and organized by gifting a desktop organizer with compartments for his pens, markers, stickers, and other scrapbooking materials. This practical gift will make his creative process more efficient.

10. Workshop or Retreat Experience: Surprise him with a ticket to a scrapbooking or creative journaling workshop or retreat. This experience will allow him to learn from professionals, connect with other enthusiasts, and immerse himself fully in his passion.

Remember that the most important thing is to show your son that you support and appreciate his hobbies. By selecting a gift that aligns with his interests, you are not only encouraging his creative journey but also demonstrating your thoughtfulness and understanding of his preferences.

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.”