Perfect Gifts for Grandparents and In-Laws has been updated for 2025. I always want to get the perfect gifts for the boys’ grandparents. One of the hardest people to buy for is the in-laws who are now the boys’ Grandparents, well they are in my opinion and even though I have been married over 30 years I still have difficulties in choosing what to gift them. I want it to be meaningful and tailored towards their likes.
When the boys were younger we went for personalised gifts all the time from homemade shopping bags and fingerprint mugs. Or even a calendar with the boy’s photos on it as they really were the perfect gifts for grandparents.
Handmade gifts for Grandparents:
- Patchwork plant pots
- Homemade coasters
- Painted plant pots
- Painted porcelain
- Dishwasher safe mugs
- Salt Dough jewellery
- Kid stamped bags
- Kids silhouette images
- Tealight holders
- Recycled art bookmarks
- Homemade Spa treatments
- Tea cup candles
- Image on a pillar candles
- Fingerprint heart
But now they are teens and not so picture perfect (well I think they are, but they are also more camera shy), we have to think of different things to get them.
Disclosure: AD| If you make a purchase after clicking one of these links, I will make a small commission (hopefully enough to keep me in tea all year) – at no extra cost to you! This allows me to keep creating and sharing free tutorials and content for you. Thank you!. I only recommend things that I totally believe in and I have not been paid to promote these items!
Great Gifts for Grandparents
A Rechargeable Hot Water Bottle
One of the things that always concerns me about my inlaws is filling a hot water bottle as I worry that they might spill the water on their skin. This Stoov Homey Electric hot water bottle takes away all that worry. The Homey is a cordless electric hot water bottle with infrared technology and a rechargeable battery. It has three heat settings and can stay warm up to 5 hours on a single charge of its lithium battery.
A Family Newspaper Subscription
How about a newspaper that gets delivered filled with family news on a regular basis? This was a massive hit with my inlaws. Famileo is a brilliant gift to give as a whole family to an elderly relative. Famileo is an app that allows you to produce a printed newspaper regularly. Essentially, it is like a family WhatsApp group where you can add photos and information, and then it’s compiled, printed, and sent to the recipient.
A HIVE Smart Thermostat
With the cost of living crisis, I can not recommend this enough. We have had a HIVE thermostat (UK Link/US Link) for the last ten years and LOVE it. It would make the perfect gift for the inlaws or grandparents as it means that they can easily control their heating and water temperature. No fiddling with a tiny white box and pressing loads of buttings, instead they can do it on the app, which is so much simpler or by using Alexa or Google Home.
Amazon Prime Subscription
For my Father in Laws birthday we bought him a Fire Strick, he is a farmer and wanted to watch Jeremy Clarkson’s Farm. It has become a godsend as our local TV mast burned down and it has been their only source of TV since. They are in their 70’s and they have found it so simple to use and now have Prime Video too! Get your FREE 30 Day Amazon Prime Trial. I now just pay for Prime annually as their birthday gift.
Alexa Show
Whilst we are talking of Alexa, we have also bought the grandparents and Alexa Show in the past and it is brilliant as a hub for all the other smart devices we have added to their home. (UK Link/US Link).
Mobile Phone and SIM Card
We have been looking at phones for the grandparents and two options keep coming up. The IMO Q4 Pro which is an android phone and perfect for those that are a bit more technically minded. It comes with face unlock and lots of details that you would expect from a more expensive phone. It would be perfect for my Mother in Law.
Whereas the IMO Dash 4G would be perfect for my Father in law – he who forgets to charge it. He doesn’t know how to answer it and also amazing 8 days standby time and up to 7 hours talk time on a single charge. It also has a camera in case he needs to take photos and is on pay as you go with Tesco Mobile.
Cordless Warming Shawl
Show your loved ones some serious comfort this season with the HoMedics Cosy Cordless Warming Shawl — a thoughtful gift that wraps them in warmth without any fuss. This ultra-soft shawl features a built-in portable power pack and two heat settings, so whether they’re curling up in their favourite chair, reading by the window or enjoying afternoon tea in the conservatory, they’ll be comfortably cosy. It’s especially ideal for grandparents or in-laws who prefer peace, ease and a warm embrace rather than gadget overload. A gift that says: Relax, unwind, and you deserve this moment of comfort.
Smart Home Pack
We gave a Neos’ Smart Home Product Pack a few years back to my inlaws and it is great value at under £100. Over lockdown, my Brother in Law has installed this into their home and the Neos’ system is really great value and can be added to at any time. The Smart Home pack comes with a camera, a motion kit and a smart leak kit (which has been invaluable).
Titanium Nutri Pan Pro 2.0
For grandparents or in-laws who love feeding the family and value kitchen gear built to last, the Taima Titanium Nutri Pan Pro 2.0 makes a thoughtful upgrade. With a 100 % pure titanium surface that avoids toxic coatings and ensures even, rapid heating, this pan is designed for safer, healthier cooking. Its generous size suits big roasts or hearty meals, and the quality build means they’ll enjoy it for years rather than needing replacements. A practical and meaningful gift that shows you’re thinking of their comfort, their health and the many meals still to come. Right now there’s an amazing 15% off offer when you use code Q9GTWQ.
Dashcam
A couple of years ago we went halves with my BIL and bought the parents a Nextbase Dashcam which gave us all peace of mind. Again we had to make sure that we (well the BIL) installed it! (UK Link/US Link). We love this version as it meant we could add a rear-facing one later. They haven’t had to use it, but honestly, it has provided loads of peace of mind since we did.
A Food Gift
Another treat that we always get my MIL is some Betty’s tearoom blend tea – she loves it. Sometimes when buying gifts for grandparents the one you already get is the perfect one.
The Tastes of Betty’s tin is a brilliant way to get some wonderful Christmas treats and I know that my In-Laws will love this. And whilst I am talking about Bettys you have to order their speciality Yorkshire Fat Rascals which are my husband’s favourite and I like the Family of Rascals so you get to try every flavour including the new gooey rascals.
Robot Vacuum
We have a Eufy Robot Vacuum at home and honestly, now I have one, I would never be without one. It is amazing. Ours has the self emptying function so I only have to empty it every two months or so. It would be an excellent gift for any elderly person, as it would mean they don’t have to vacuum and yes it works on carpet, hard floors and rugs (or a combination of all as we have). There is no bending down to empty it, just every couple of months to change the bag in the changing station.
Air Fryer
For grandparents or in-laws who love to cook, entertain or appreciate easy, modern kitchen upgrades, the Tower Vortx 11 Litre Dual Layer Air Fryer is a thoughtful and practical gift they’ll actually use. With two spacious 5.5 L baskets stacked vertically (for a total of 11 L capacity), it lets them cook full family meals or two different dishes at once — ideal for Sunday roasts and later pudding. The slim dual-stack design also saves 35% of countertop space, so it fits neatly into a home without taking over the kitchen. With “Vortx” rapid-air circulation technology that helps achieve crispy, healthier cooking with little to no oil, it’s as smart as it is stylish. Whether they’re cooking for the whole gang or just the two of them, this air fryer blends convenience, capacity and modern flair — perfect for gifting someone who deserves an easy-to-use upgrade in the kitchen.
Personalised Calendar
My in-laws love their annual gift of a personalised calendar featuring images of their grandchildren from Vistaprint over the previous years. They specifically don’t buy a calendar themselves as they have come to expect one from us and they love them and have kept all the previous years. It is a great gift that gives throughout the whole year.
Tickets to See Live Music
My inlaws love listening to music, especially live Music. They have seen Daniel O’Donnell more times than I can remember. They really enjoy going to see other musicians who have similar styles locally, so we keep en eye out for gigs and such for them. They much prefer experiences to material things, especially as they don’t really want for anything.
Jigsaws
My Father in law has always loved jigsaws and these ones from Cloudberries are a little different and a bit more modern and an ace gift. I know the rooster one would be right up his street.
Screen Magnifier for Smartphone
This Screen Magnifier for Smartphones is a great idea for older people. No more struggling to see their smartphone screen instead they get to see it much more clearly on a larger screen.
Sensor Bin
Help simplify their kitchen routine with this sleek, smart 50-litre sensor bin from Tower — ideal for grandparents or in-laws who appreciate fewer bins and easier emptying. With one tall compartment or the option to split into multiple removable inner buckets, it drastically reduces the need for scattering separate recycling bins around the room. Its infrared motion sensor opens the lid hands-free, and an ozone-based filter plus carbon filter keeps unpleasant odours at bay while the stainless steel exterior stays clean and fingerprint-free.
For someone who’d rather relax than wrestle with multiple bins every week this is a thoughtful upgrade they’ll genuinely use — with less bending, fewer trips to the skip, and a tidier kitchen to boot.
Heated Washable Throw
One of the things I have noticed is that as people get older they seem to feel the cold more. This washable heated throw is perfect for heating the person, rather than the whole house, not only that but it is much more efficient in cost than increasing the heating.
A Tipple of their Choice
For the grandparent or in-law who enjoys savouring life’s finer moments, a shopping trip to Lochs Of Whisky offers a beautifully thoughtful gift option. This online whisky specialist curates a refined selection of Scotch from Scotland’s celebrated distilleries — perfect whether you’re choosing something classic, rare or simply excellent value. With glowing customer reviews praising prompt delivery and secure packaging, you can feel confident choosing a bottle that becomes more than a drink — it’s a gesture of appreciation and the time they deserve.
Hand Cream
Older people tend to have very tender skin and My MIL has really dry hands and this SEAMS Hand and Nail Oil is perfect for her. Designed for sewers it is ideal and £22.50. This oil is a great nourishing treatment for your hands & nails that’s not greasy! I have got her the hand cream this year which sinks in immediately.
Whilst we are talking about hand care, I rave about Nursem to everyone. I discovered this fabulous brand through lockdown and love it. I swear by their hand wash and hand cream for a non-greasy finish. Use my link and you will get a 20% off your order. My MIL loves the stronger skin fix.
Bird Feeder
My inlaws love seeing what birds come into their garden but their eyesight is not what it once was no this netvue bird feeder would be amazing for them. Or as a cheaper option, the Window Bird Feeder with its suction cups would be great.
Family Game
The Good Life Game is the perfect multigenerational game and definitely one to get all the family around the table. I even have a 10% discount for you, just use the code ‘wheelbarrow’, The perfect gift for grandparents for all the family to play with.
Pet Portrait
This is Mini is one of my In-laws two Maltese Dogs who are their pride and joy and this year we have got them a Pet Portrait Photoshoot from Red Letter Days. All I can say is I know that it is going to be such a big hit already!
Motion Sensor Lights
These motion sensor lights are perfect for more elderly parents. No need for wiring or drilling – simply peel off the adhesive pad and stick the base onto any smooth surface. This wall-mounted torch lights body easily attaches to the base with its built-in magnet and it recharges with USB.
Garden Tool Set
Gift them something truly useful and thoughtful with the Kingswood Green 4-Piece Garden Tool Set — complete with a trowel, hand transplanter (with measurement markings), weeder and garden fork, all housed in a beautifully styled, plastic-free gift box. The tools feature anti-rust stainless steel heads and weather-proof hardwood handles (FSC-certified) built to last, so whether they’re nurturing flower beds or vegetable patches, they’ll have gear made for the long haul. For the grandparent or in-law who loves pottingter in the garden, this is more than a gift—it’s an invitation to spend time outside doing something they love, knowing you picked something with quality, durability and style. A perfect treat for the garden-loving loved one who deserves a little upgrade.
Other 2023 Gift Guides Include:
Pingback: Great gifts for Mums 2021 - Mum In The Madhouse
Pingback: Fabulous Ethical and Plastic Free Gifts for Teens 2021 - Mum In The Madhouse
I love the gifts ideas for grandparents and in-laws in this post! They’re all so thoughtful and unique. I especially love the idea of a personalized book.