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Classic Gifts for Grandmothers

For Mother's Day, Birthdays and Grandparents Day

By , About.com Guide

Lots of grandmothers have reached that point in their lives when they don't need a lot of things. Still, they should be remembered on birthdays, Mother's Day and Grandparents Day. These gifts for grandmothers are classics that would be treasured by almost any grandmother because they are a nice combination of sentiment and quality.

1. James Avery Nana Charm

charm gift for grandmotherPhoto © James Avery
This sterling silver James Avery charm is one of the most artfully designed pieces of grandmother jewelry on the market. Charm bracelets are back in style, you know, but grandmothers can wear this on a dainty chain as well.

2. Plush Necessities Microfiber Spa Robe

Soft microfiber spa robe makes a great gift for grandmothers.Photo © Plush Necessities
There's nothing like a super-soft robe to recreate the spa experience at home. This one is all microfiber so it's both luxe and lightweight. Available in seven colors and seven adult sizes for a perfect fit. You can even buy a matching one for Grandpa!

3. Lemon Topiary

gifts for grandmothers who gardenPhoto © FTD

Simple but attractive, this lemon cypress topiary will last longer than cut flowers and will add to any decor. If your grandmother has a green thumb, she'll love this growing gift. If she's not a gardener, she'll still enjoy the classic elegance of this gift.

4. Happiness is Being a Grandma T-Shirt

Happiness is being a grandma t-shirt is a good gift for grandmothers.Photo Courtesy of PriceGrabber

Lots of grandmother tees are too garish for modern grandmothers. This one expresses a sentiment simply yet touchingly. It's 100% cotton for softness and can be ordered in other grandmother names, such as Gram and Nana. Make a grandmother really happy by ordering matching sleep pants.

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5. Pewter Picture Frame

Tasteful photo frame for grandma is of die cast pewter.Photo Courtesy of PriceGrabber

If there is anything grandmothers love more than photos of their grandchildren, it's photos of their grandchildren that are already framed. These lovely die cast pewter frames hold standard 4X6 snapshots.

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6. Belleek Grandma Mug

This dainty Belleek porcelain mug will make any grandmother feel special, even if she's not Irish.Photo Courtesy of PriceGrabber

This tastefully done grandma mug is from the famed Belleek porcelain company. Exquisitely thin and slightly irisdescent, this mug will make any grandmother feel special, even if she's not Irish.

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7. Paula Deen's My First Cookbook

cookbook gift for grandmotherPhoto courtesy of PriceGrabber

Everyone loves Paula Deen, and this is the perfect cookbook for grandmothers to share with grandchildren. It's lively and loaded with fun recipes that don't take the art of cooking too seriously.

See also Gift Ideas for the Traditional Grandmother and Gifts for Global Grandmothers.

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