For birthdays and holidays, gift cards are often given instead of presents because it is an easier currency to exchange and allows the recipient to pick something they want or need. While teenagers might just be looking for cold hard cash, children and adults alike find gift cards beneficial, especially if they are specifically saving up for something they have been shopping for. When nothing specific comes to mind, the gift card recipient can stock up on gifts for their friends and family for a variety of occasions. Creating a gift closet is a great idea and using excess gift cards to stock the gift closet is economical and will save time in the long run.

Just about any place that offers gift cards also sells items like candles, journals or picture frames which are common gifts for adults. When looking for an item to place in your gift closet, consider its widespread appeal and who might be a potential recipient. Trinkets like scented jar candles are great for bosses, teachers and acquaintances for various occasions requiring a gift.  Who wouldn’t enjoy a gift of scented candles? When stocking your gift closet for those quick to wrap gifts, use leftover gift cards so you don’t lose the money you received.

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