10 Reasons Why a Gift Card is Actually the Ultimate Present

Ever had that sinking feeling when you realize you've given someone a gift they don't like?

We know that even if you buy something that's been made to last, you’re never guaranteed to get it right when it comes to gifting. Regardless of whether it ends up in the bin, at a charity shop or being gifted again to another awkward recipient, giving people stuff they don't want is just wasteful.

There's a way to bypass bad gift purchasing, where you can give someone the perfect present they'll love for life. The answer? Gift cards. A Gift Card from The Sunstone Store is a perfect way to champion the idea that gift vouchers are the pinnacle of conscious gifting. Here’s why:

1. No more unwanted gifts

Buying things that aren’t wanted isn't just awkward - it’s a waste of money, time and resources. By giving the gift of choice, a gift card eliminates the chance of a disappointing present and empowers your loved one to choose something they actually need.

2. It’s kinder to the environment

It’s not just unwanted gifts that might find their way to landfill. Choosing cheaply-made gifts that are not well made does no one any favors. Even if you're on a budget, a gift card can be put towards the purchase of sustainably-made, hand crafted item that could last a lifetime. And - no wasteful wrapping paper required.

3. Give a gift at a distance

Our loved ones are often unavailable to receive a gift from you personally. A gift card from The Sunstone Store arrives in your inbox instantly - a timely gift that still expresses that you care about your recipient.

4. Contribute to something bigger

Would you rather have one amazing present, or ten rubbish ones? It may be that what your loved one really wants is a dream item, that neither of you can afford alone. With a gift card, you can contribute to the purchase of the ultimate present, whilst working within a budget that works for you.

5. It forces them to treat themselves!

To truly give the gift of choice, why wouldn’t you just give cash? As we all know, life gets in the way, and it can be difficult to put money aside into making a dedicated 'treat' purchase for ourselves, even when instructed to. A gift card is a conscious present that means your gift recipient will have to treat themselves to something they love, instead of the weekly shop.

6. A gift with a story

When you give someone a Gift Card you're not just presenting them with a soulless voucher. You can tell that person the story of Oregon Sunstone; That it is the Oregon State Gem, mined sustainably only in Southeastern Oregon. They'll be spoiled for choice with our huge range of things, all made to be loved for life.

7. Money well spent

The gift-giving expectations we place upon ourselves are so strong, we can easily forget our money is hard-earned, and shouldn’t be thrown away thoughtlessly! Gift Cards ensure that gift purchases are productive, thought-through and wanted. This is a way to respect your money, and the time you spent earning it.

8. There’s no accounting for taste

Clothing and accessories consistently top the list of gifts that miss the mark. This is because taste and style are so personal, even if you think you know what someone likes, it’s fairly likely you don’t. Even worse, now they have to wear it every time they see you! Let them choose something they actually love, avoiding any awkward unwrapping moments.

9. Don’t rush into a bad purchase

We’ve all been there - that anxiety-fueled power walk around the high street buying a ‘that’ll do’ gift you know isn’t right just before the shops close. Purchasing a Gift Card from The Sunstone Store is not only stress-free and instantaneous, it allows the recipient to carefully select their own gift, without any rush.

10. Loved for life

‘Emotional durability’ means an item’s ability to stand the test of time as a loved object. Maybe you’ll buy your dad that wallet with the lifetime warranty on it - but what if he hates the design? You can’t always guarantee a gift will stay in someone’s life forever, but by letting them choose, it’s far more likely to happen.