10 great gifts for 2021 grads
After more than a year of missed milestones, high school and college grads deserve the perfect gift. Here are a few ideas.
Customizable sherpa blanket
Future college kids are going to need a comfy blanket for their dorm room. College graduates are going to need something to comfort them into adulthood. This sherpa blanket will keep them warm and remind them of their accomplishments for years to come. $49.99 at the Etsy shop the Crafty Engineer, Etsy.com
Wooden Qi wireless mousepad
For those about to move in or out of a dorm, a charging station is a must-have. This one charges a phone and a wireless mouse, so it’s a two-in-one deal. The charger works for both Apple and Android products. $50 at uncommongoods.com
Van Gogh mug
The art major in your life has probably spent four years studying Vincent Van Gogh and all the other great artists in the world. Plus, a person can never have too many mugs. $27 at shop.slam.org
Rory Ashton quartz gemstone choker
For the graduate who is going to need a whole lot of positive energy heading into the job market, invest in the power of crystals. Quartz is the crystal of positive energy and healing, which will be much needed after a stressful finals week. $24 at shopmarigoldstl.com
Monstera Deliciosa from Bowood Farms
The plant parent in your life will appreciate this. Or the wannabe-plant-parent in your life. Monstera plants are easy to maintain and still trendy enough to satisfy any recent graduate. Check stock at your local plant nursery.
Left Bank Book magnets
What about a magnet that speaks a little bit of the truth for any procrastinator in your life? There’s plenty of fridge — or mini-fridge, for those going into dorm life — space to go around. Multiple styles available for $5-$6 at left-bank.com
Graduation socks
You can’t go wrong with some celebratory socks. These socks range from men’s shoe sizes 6.5 to 12. $12 at hotsox.com.
Edible Arrangements graduation platter
Chocolate-covered apple wedges, strawberries and pineapples are all on this festive plate. $64.99 at ediblearrangements.com
Desk message plate
This “Future CEO” plate is for the future business mogul in your life. $9.99 at agbstl.com
"College Survival Guide: Tips, Tricks and A Little Financial Aid"
For high school graduates, the prospect of college may be scary. This survival guide may ease the pain with tips and tricks. $12.99 at hallmark.com
A faculty member informed the Louisiana high schooler that his footwear violated the dress code, and he would not be permitted into his own graduation.