Guest Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 My daughter is 21 later this month. She does not like jewellery and does not want a watch. I am having so much difficulty in thinking of what to get her. I think her main present might be a plane ticket to visit her friend in the USA, but any other ideas for fitting 21st birthday presents? Any ideas welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJuff Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 A lifetime membership to the National Trust? A painting? A sewing machine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeggySue1 Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 The plane ticket sounds brill I arranged a day at a studio for my daughter, where she was pampered, had hair styling, make-up and a professional photo taken, which takes pride of place in her bedroom. It's not cheap, but a great way for her to remember her 21st. Or you could always buy her a car lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 How about a photobook for her? They are smashing and quite cheap. Just got Mum one for her 65th! Although some might think it strange that I put the cat on the front cover not my Dad!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 ooo I like the photobook idea! And I don't think it is strange at all to prefer a cat on the cover! Thanks - and if you think of anything else.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Space Chick Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 What about an usual experience, maybe a flying lesson, or racing Ferraris? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shirl Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 How about a really nice suitcase? That way she'll use it for years and remember her main present when she uses it too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 what about a pair of shoes Jimmy Choos, Christian Louboutin, Marc Jacobs or something similar (or is it just me that loves shoes ) cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhotchick Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I second the sewing machine idea! I nearly got one for my 21st (many years ago) but asked for a bike instead. I do still have the bike though, in good working order. How about a tent and a sleeping bag for going to festivals? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 How about a really nice suitcase? That way she'll use it for years and remember her main present when she uses it too. & plane ticket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majorbloodnock Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 As a more minor present, how about a newspaper from the day she was born? http://www.historic-newspapers.co.uk/Birthday-Newspapers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FoxFighters Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 A book? H x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 I second the sewing machine idea! I nearly got one for my 21st (many years ago) but asked for a bike instead. I do still have the bike though, in good working order. How about a tent and a sleeping bag for going to festivals? Oh my, that was my choice for my 21st - a bike or a sewing machine! I chose the bike as I needed it to get to work and it was my first ever brand new shiny bike, not a hand me down. I still have it, but it needs a new inner tube. Not bad for a 16 year old bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Lol! i will suggest it, but I think she is more a Jimmy Choos sort of girl! Talking of bikes, I have just got mine out and dusted it off and am cycling to work. My bike came to me in 1971, and it wasn't new then, but it still works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy chickens! Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 I have given vases to some of my friends' daughters - you can find something lovely for even a small budget and they probably won't have one of their own yet - with a posy of flowers in. They have always seemed to appreciate them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sadietoo Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Where in the States does her friend live???can you arrange a fantastic day doing something there. balloon flight/ VIP day at something..you know the type of thing....you would never forget that would you? And what about a camera to record it all on? (Note to fellow omleteers isn't it easy to spend someone else's hard-earned ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chooks Aloud Posted September 11, 2009 Share Posted September 11, 2009 Our daughter turned 21 a few week ago - we got her flight tickets to Oz to visit her friend who emigrated 9 years ago. She's going with a friend and then they are all travelling for the month taking in the sights. Oh to be young again!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryegg Posted September 11, 2009 Share Posted September 11, 2009 Our daughter was thrilled to bits with a cheque for a holiday,a Delia Smith cookery book to keep and use forever and a book of photos from birth to 21 ( resticted to 21 pictures ) to share with friends during the birthday meal. Oh and tell her you love her. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Thanks for all the ideas! Today is the day! She is a little ambivalent about the photobook, but I love it! Another keepsake has got held up in the post, so she doesnt have that yet. The friend is at MIT, which is in Cambridge Mass, I think! That wont happen until next summer, probably. I got her some other stuff, bits and pieces which she is pleased with too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jan246 Posted September 19, 2009 Share Posted September 19, 2009 I got 21 small(ish) presents for both my bro and sis. All wrapped individually and then into a BIG box! Jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
