Five Star Gift Ideas

For a son who loves thrift store shopping and upcycling, there are plenty of unique and meaningful gift ideas to consider. Here are a few suggestions that are sure to excite and inspire his passion:

1. Upcycling DIY Kit: Help him enhance his upcycling skills with a DIY kit that includes all the necessary tools and materials to repurpose everyday items into something new and functional. Look for kits that focus on specific projects like making jewelry, creating home decor, or upcycling clothing.

2. Thrift Store Exploration Trip: Plan a day out with your son to visit different thrift stores in your area. Make it a fun outing by creating a scavenger hunt or challenge to find specific items or hidden gems within the stores. This way, he can indulge in his love for thrift store shopping while spending quality time together.

3. Thrift Store Gift Card: Instead of picking a specific item, give him the freedom to explore and choose his own treasures with a gift card to his favorite thrift store. This allows him to curate his own collection of unique finds.

4. Customized Upcycled Clothing: Engage his creativity with a personalized upcycled clothing piece. Look for a local artist or tailor who specializes in upcycling and can work with you to create a one-of-a-kind clothing item using materials or fabrics that hold sentimental value.

5. Subscription to a Thrift Box Service: Consider signing him up for a subscription box service that specializes in thrifted and upcycled items. These boxes usually include a curated selection of unique clothing pieces, accessories, or even home decor items, fulfilling his love for thrift shopping while also introducing new and exciting finds each month.

6. DIY Recycled Art Supplies: Fuel his imagination with a gift box filled with eco-friendly art supplies made from recycled or upcycled materials. Look for painting canvases made from upcycled wood or paper made from recycled materials. This gift will allow him to create art while contributing to sustainable practices.

7. Thrift Store Shopping Guidebooks: Enable him to discover new thrift stores beyond your locality with books that highlight the best thrift stores in different cities or regions. These guidebooks often share insider tips and hidden gems, making his thrift store shopping experiences even more exciting and diverse.

Remember, the key to a meaningful gift is to cater to his specific interests and show that you support and appreciate his passion for thrift store shopping and upcycling.

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.”