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Lazy but lovely Christmas decorations
by Pia Seidel
5 ways to packagevouchers more imaginativelyat the last minute
22.12.2021
Translation: machine translated
There are a few tricks you can use to make gift certificates look better and more personal. Some that you can implement even shortly before Christmas.
A voucher does have a bad reputation as a last-minute emergency solution. But actually that is unfair. Because a voucher is not only a delight under the Christmas tree, but also when redeemed during the year. Mostly it just needs a nice presentation and a personal touch, which you can easily add.
1. digitally "decorate" in the distance
Don't just forward the email from the platform you shopped on. Otherwise, it might end up in spam. Instead, personalize it through digital means. For example, record a voice message or short video and attach it to your message. Explain to the other person why you chose a voucher from this streaming portal or that restaurant. Do you remember the person talking about it once? All the better. It shows how thoughtful you are.
Alternatively, put the anecdote into words and decorate it with photos or emojis if you're camera shy. You could also come up with a question game to go along with the gift, and send the credit only after the recipient or the giftee answers. Or you could call, send your email at the same moment, and personally tell the person to check their inbox. That way, it's guaranteed not to end up in the spam folder.
2. pimp digital on the spot
Because you don't have a printer, you still hand over the voucher digitally? Then show it on a smartphone or tablet while you play a song, release a balloon or light a sparkler. It's a better way to set the mood than sending an email.
3. swing the paintbrushes and do your own handicrafts
4. How to wrap a traditional gift?
5. add something suitable
If you don't like to underline your gift certificate by hand, let the things speak for themselves. Got a beauty treatment coupon picked out? Then add a hand cream to the card. Or are you giving away boxing training? Then add the protective wraps for the hands. This increases the anticipation. Even if the person trains once and never again, maybe they can use the bandages for the next Halloween costume of a mummy.
Pia Seidel
Senior Editor
Pia.Seidel@digitecgalaxus.chLike a cheerleader, I love celebrating good design and bringing you closer to everything furniture- and interior design- related. I regularly curate simple yet sophisticated interior ideas, report on trends and interview creative minds about their work.
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