“The role of a teacher in life is to take a bunch of crazy people and turn them into good students,” said George Martin. And it’s hard not to agree with him, especially for parents who can breathe easy after the summer vacation and leave their children in the hands of teachers. To express our gratitude for their work and to please them, we present them with a bouquet of fresh flowers every year on September 1st. Beautiful buds will certainly bring joy, but a small gift will bring much more emotion.
It would seem, what does a teacher dream of? What can you do to please her? And how to choose a really interesting gift in addition to flowers for September 1, so that it is appropriate and not too familiar?
To find out, we turned to Anastasia Raeva, an expert in the Flowwow market. We share her gift ideas in the The Fashion Vibes selection.
How to choose a gift for a teacher on September 1, in addition to flowers?
Flowers are a sign of attention, without which September 1 cannot be complete. You can imagine how the entire teacher’s room turns into a kind of greenhouse on this day. Of course, beauty pleases the eye, but it is so fleeting that you will not have time to enjoy it to the fullest. After all, soon the bouquets will dry up and cause discomfort. Teachers also like to be surprised. We are sure that surprises will cause them a surge of joyful emotions. But when choosing a gift, it is worth remembering the various rules of etiquette between the teacher, student and their parents.
Anastasia Raeva, Flowwow market expert
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In parent-teacher conversations, you can always learn about the teacher’s tastes and hobbies. It is important to use this information to choose a gift that will somehow reflect his personality, but it is also important not to overdo it. A very expensive and luxurious gift will be inappropriate, as it will force the child to treat the child better than other students. There is no need to “bribe” the teacher, but it is always worth giving a nice little thing that will be really useful and sweet to the heart.
“The main condition for giving a gift to a teacher is its correctness. It is important not to violate the teacher’s personal boundaries and avoid unwanted insinuations. But only a gift that does not look like a formality can really please,” emphasized Anastasia Raeva.
necessity
A person always subconsciously feels which gift is given for show, and which is given with soul. Often it is more pleasant to get something practical that you do not want to throw on the far shelf of the closet. It is best to start with hobbies.
The Flowwow expert suggested alternatives: “If the teacher is not a fan of cake, you can look for useful and beautiful home decor: interior vases, candles, organizers for small items, epoxy resin panels, comfortable handmade plates.”
In fact, any gift, even if it seems universal and useful, can end up on the shelf of unnecessary things if you do not pay enough attention to the selection process, says Anastasia Raeva. When choosing a gift, it is better to spend a few extra hours to find out what the teacher is interested in and what he complains about in between.
One option to work is to contact other parents and ask classmates. Any information is useful: what does the teacher drink more often – tea or coffee, does she wear jewelry, does she like to do things with her own hands?
Easy to use
Having decided on the direction, you can choose a specific topic. Here it is important to pay attention to functionality. For example, if even a very beautiful designer vase is difficult to clean, there is a chance that the teacher will not use it often. When choosing a set of sweets, be sure to find out if the teacher has allergies.
“A win-win gift that the teacher will definitely appreciate is a certificate for an interesting activity: a master class in cooking or painting, a pottery lesson, creating a florarium.”
True, it is better not to choose a certificate for a fitness center or for the purchase of cosmetics. Any gift that is somehow related to the topic of beauty and health will be unethical.
September 1st gift ideas for teachers
In fact, the night light can also be on during the day. After all, they usually do not provide much light, so they cannot be perceived as a full-fledged source of lighting. Their purpose is purely decorative. As a gift, it is best to choose wireless portable options with an unusual design. This night light can be placed anywhere and is also charged using batteries. You can put it just at the bedside, or you can use it while relaxing on the veranda in the evening.
If your teacher is passionate about gardening, they will definitely appreciate the florarium. Moreover, it will not take up much space on their desk or windowsill. Since the florarium does not require any special care, you can be sure that it will please the eye for a long time. Choose the compositions you like: Some people prefer tropical flowers, while others prefer minimalism with a riot of colors, such as moss, violets and succulents.
Choosing jewelry is not an easy task, so it is better not to give rings or extravagant silhouettes that may not fit. If giving jewelry is inappropriate, then high-quality jewelry will be very useful on the contrary. Pay attention to what the teacher wears most often – whether she prefers natural stones or an abundance of decor, beads or bracelets. It may be useful to pay attention to vintage pieces, such as jewelry or brooches.
Almost everyone loves sweets. Of course, the teacher may laugh at this, accusing him of trying to feed himself, but deep down he will be happy to share the sweets over tea with his colleagues or family.
“A classic addition to a bouquet of flowers is sweets: a bento cake with a cute themed inscription, a set of cakes or pastries, a box of Belgian chocolates or a composition of fragrant gingerbread cookies,” said the Flowwow expert.
Agree that tea bags cannot be compared with original blends, which, in addition to tea leaves, contain aromatic spices, notes of nuts, fruits and pieces of dried fruit. It is a pleasure to chat over such a drink. Pay attention to unusual combinations, such as strawberry with basil or matcha with mango, as people tend to choose familiar options by habit. When choosing tea for a teacher, do not forget that the packaging should also look neat.
A great way to show your teacher your taste is to choose a gift related to art. Such a sign of attention will definitely be nice. For example, a wall panel made of epoxy resin. However, we recommend that you choose something not too bright and picturesque, so that it fits into the interior and does not irritate the eyes. This applies to all kinds of slogans and provocative inscriptions. Think of classic options such as still lifes that will create a homely feeling.
A vase, complemented by a bouquet of flowers, is a simple but at the same time practical gift. It will definitely not cause unnecessary speculations and questions, and most importantly, it will not gather dust without being used. Give preference to wide and tall vases so that they can accommodate as many buds as possible. Pay attention to sustainability and, of course, to the design itself. If you choose a glass vase, let it have some kind of zest in the form of an inscription or an unusual cut. Handmade clay and ceramic vases with original paintings will also come in handy.
Instead of packing sweets in a bouquet, we recommend giving a bowl filled to the brim with nuts, spices and dried fruits. We recommend opting for beautifully designed gift sets. And yes, of course, you can add a miniature card with wishes for a good school year.
Teachers are sometimes so tired of lecturing and explaining homework that by the end of the day they often lose their voice. An elegant porcelain cup for coffee or tea will be a useful gift. Choose dishes with beautiful traditional paintings such as Gzhel or Khokhloma. We are sure that the teacher will not let go of it.
Teachers are sometimes so busy with work and family matters that they simply do not have time for themselves. It is unlikely that your teacher will suddenly sign up for a master class on candle making and come up with a thousand reasons for refusal. But if he receives a certificate as a gift, he will probably want to use it. Working with beeswax and aromatic herbs such as lavender, the teacher will immerse himself in the atmosphere of creativity and will be able to truly relax. And of course, the lesson will become a pleasant topic for discussion.
Source: People Talk
Errol Villanueva is an author and lifestyle journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a passion for exploring the latest trends in fashion, food, travel, and wellness, Errol’s articles are a must-read for anyone interested in living a stylish and fulfilling life.
