The Best Gifts for Grandmothers, According to Grandmothers (and a Few Good Grandkids)

New grandmascan reflect on their first moments with their grandchildren in this journal full of prompts. Donne Davis, founder of theGaGa Sisterhood(a community for grandmothers who go “gaga” for their grandchildren) liked hers so much that she gifted one to a fellow grandma.

Here’s a cookbook–slash–board bookfull of kid-friendly recipes that Grandma and grandkids can enjoy reading and whipping up together.

Grandma and (slightly older) granddaughters can bond by recording special events and drawing pictures in this sharedjournal.

This is similar to the one above but for grandmothers and grandsons. With space to write, draw, and reflect, it’s a special way to record memories to look back on.

For creating artworks together, gift a coloring book and colored pencils. This one’s intricate for Grandma to enjoy on her own, too.

With this picture frame, Grandma can store up to 50 pages of finger paintings and doodles from the grandkids. Kelly Walters and Judy Hall, founders ofGrand Connections(an organization that encourages quality time spent between grandparents and grandkids), say it pairs well with a brand-new piece of art.

Swap out a deck of cards on family game night withDutch Blitz,described as“very energetic solitaire.”

If her daily breakfast includes toast, consider these delightful ducktongs.

And if eggs are on the menu, this is theonly egg poacherthat actually works.

A delightful puzzle you and Grandma can work on together.

Thisdo-everything kitchen tool(beloved by two Strategist staffers) works for mixing, stirring, and flipping and looks much more sophisticated than a standard spatula.

My grandmother has had a set of painted plates from my sister and me displayed on her kitchen walls for nearly two decades. This kit comes with everything a child needs to make their ownpersonalized gift, and it could double as a quality-time activity.

DeeDee Moore, the founder of the grandparenting blog More Than Grand, tipped me off on this beautiful modal-cotton-blend scarf with an inscription from Rumi along the border.

A practical (but nice-looking) gift for the grandmother who perpetually misplaces her phone.

Speaking of practical: This ultrasonic cleaner will have Grandma’s jewelry and glasses sparking in just three minutes.

Kate McLeod’s body stonesmake the mundane task of applying lotion feel like a little luxury. Gift her a set of the minis because they’re easier to grip and come with the brand’s three best-selling scents — the Daily, Sleep, and Grounding.

Upgrade her plain drugstorecompression sockswith a cheery pair from Wellow. They come in sizes small to extra large with wide-foot options.

If you don’t know which seeds to get thegrandma who’s into gardening, a gift certificate for Park Seed lets her pick from a selection of vegetables, herbs, plants, and flowers.

The National Audubon Society’s field guide is a handy pocket book full of facts and photos for thebird-lovinggrandma.

Make acandlea bit more personal by picking one that reminds you of your grandma. I’ve considered gifting this Nest Ocean Mist & Sea Salt one to my own as a reminder of our annual family beach trips.

The overwhelming consensus from grandmothers I spoke to is they can’t have enough photos of their grandkids. Framebridge lets you choose from a wide variety of high-quality framing options to match Grandma’s interiors.

Thanks to the support of this “padded scarf,” your grandma can fly in to visit you well rested.

Senior Style Bibleco-founder Jodi Jacobson suggests creating experiences that the whole family can enjoy, like hosting an afternoon tea. She’s done this at nursing homes with intergenerational groups and recommends going the extra mile by making hats for the table.

If your grandma loves puzzles, consider this handy board that will let her sort pieces and keep them organized.

Even if Grandma is not the biggest makeup person, she’ll appreciate the unfussiness of Jones Road. Go with the Hero Kit, which comes with two mini Miracle Balms, an eyeliner, amascara, and aneye cream.

Clothes are a hard gift to get right, but the amount ofSenior Surveyparticipants who liked these Athleta pants was overwhelming. They’re breathable and wrinkle resistant and have a subtle rib-knit waistband for a dressier look without sacrificing comfort.

Ifcomfyshoesare more her speed, Oofos are easy on the knees, ankles, and joints. And they now come in pretty pastels in time for spring.

Grandmother and luxury-travel adviserJan Correllsuggests buying the nicest version of something that Grandma already uses. One of her recommendations was sunscreen, especially if Grandma is a gardener or spends a lot of time outdoors. This Isdin one is pricey but remains our topsunscreen for mature skinsince it’s packed with antioxidants, blends in seamlessly, and works with most skin types.

In that same line of thinking, she’d appreciate a high-quality hat if she’s a gardener. This one comes with an extra-wide brim offering excellent sun protection.

Don’t be afraid to lean in to the practical for Grandma. ActorJune Squibbwas gifted this wheeled laundry cart to replace her cloth bag and told us it’s “one of my favorite things in the whole world.”

Grandma can frame or scrapbook all of her most recent grandbaby pictures with this portable Bluetooth printer.

Here’s adigital framethat allows your grandma to see more than one family photo. Moore likes this one over other brands she’s tried because it doesn’t require a subscription for full access to photos and features.

For something she can flip through, consider creating an album through Artifact Uprising.Opera singer Joyce Didonatotold us it takes some time, but it comes out beautifully, “like a Rizzoli or a coffee-table book.”

If Grandma’s an avid reader, the Kindle Paperwhite is comfortable to hold for long periods of time, is easy to read in the sun or the dark, and has a long-lasting battery.

Refresh your grandma’s garden tools with this all-in-one set. Plus, she may find some delight in knowing thatCatherine Zeta-Jonesuses it herself in her New York garden.

This solar-powered smart bird feederlivestreams avian friendsstraight to Grandma’s phone.

If her feet could use some TLC, Miko’s Shiatsufoot massageris equipped with five pressure settings, heat, and two wireless remotes, so she can make adjustments while relaxing on the couch.

For the grandma who’s a fan ofThe Great British Bake Off, let her know this is the exact mixer used by the contestants. She’ll appreciate that tidbit and the ease of using astand mixerfor baking with the grandkids.

For the grandma who never misses her morning strolls, gift her an Apple Watch for tracking things like steps, heart rate, and other health metrics, in addition to keeping track of birthdays, emails, and incoming calls.

If Grandma’s interested in cookbooks, magazines, and other types of media — like YouTube videos and scrolling on social — she would probably like an iPad instead.