Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who is passionate about refurbishing antique furniture, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that you can consider. These gifts will not only enhance his hobby but also show your support and appreciation for his interests.

1. Antique Furniture Restoration Guidebook: A comprehensive guidebook on antique furniture restoration would make an excellent gift for your son. Look for a book that includes tips, techniques, and step-by-step instructions on how to refurbish different types of antique furniture. This will not only expand his knowledge but also provide him with new ideas and inspiration for his projects.

2. Membership to a Woodworking/Makerspace: Consider gifting your son a membership to a local woodworking or makerspace. These facilities provide access to professional-grade tools, equipment, and resources, including specialized machinery for furniture restoration. Being part of such a community will allow him to network with other craftsmen, learn new techniques, and work on his projects more efficiently.

3. High-Quality Tools: Every craftsman needs good quality tools to pursue their passion. Look for high-quality tools that your son may need for his refurbishing projects, such as chisels, clamps, a hand plane, or a set of carving tools. Investing in durable tools will not only make his work more enjoyable but also improve the quality of his finished pieces.

4. Specialty Varnishes or Wood Finishes: Help your son achieve a professional touch in his work by gifting him a collection of specialty varnishes or wood finishes. There are various types of finishes available, including oil-based, water-based, and specialty finishes like shellac or wax. Consider a set that includes different finishes, allowing him to experiment and create different effects on the antique furniture he refurbishes.

5. Antique Furniture Hardware: Pay attention to the details that make antique furniture truly special. Look for unique and intricate antique hardware pieces such as drawer pulls, hinges, or knobs that your son can incorporate into his refurbishing projects. These hardware pieces will not only add an authentic touch to his work but also elevate the overall aesthetic appeal of the furniture.

6. Gift Cards to Antique Stores or Auctions: Surprise your son with gift cards to local antique stores or auctions. This will give him the opportunity to explore and discover hidden gems that he can incorporate into his refurbishing projects. Encourage him to search for unique antique furniture pieces, architectural salvage, or vintage tools that he can repurpose or use as inspiration for his own creations.

7. Personalized Workshop Apron: Consider gifting your son a personalized workshop apron. This practical gift will not only protect his clothes from dust and debris but also make him feel like a professional craftsman. You can have his name or a meaningful phrase embroidered on the apron to add a personal touch.

Remember, the most important aspect of gift-giving is to show your support and appreciation for your son's hobby. Taking the time to understand his interests and providing him with gifts tailored to his passion for refurbishing antique furniture will undoubtedly make this Christmas memorable and meaningful for him.

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.”