Whenever Christmas rolls around and you start thinking about gift ideas, you always get stuck on that one person that says they don’t really want anything. No matter how many times you ask, they tell you that there isn’t anything that they need. But what they might really mean is that they don’t need any more stuff. Hence this blog post, non-material gift ideas for the person who is impossible to buy for!

Because some people just aren’t bothered about material gifts. That doesn’t mean however that you can’t buy them something great. Instead of buying them something material, think about experiences that you can buy them. These are some of the best non-material gifts to buy for people this Christmas. 

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Charitable Donations

Some people really mean it when they say they don’t want a gift. They’re perfectly happy as they are and they don’t want you to spend your money on them. In this case, you should consider a charitable donation. These people would much rather the money went to a good cause to help others that need it more than they do. 

Most charities have Christmas gift packages that allow you to make a donation on somebody else’s behalf. You will get a nice welcome package that gives details about how the money has helped the charity. This is the perfect gift for somebody that isn’t bothered about gifts and they’ll be happy that the money went to a good cause. 

Cooking Classes 

Cooking classes are a brilliant gift idea for foodies because it’s something a bit different. People that love cooking constantly get given kitchen gadgets or cookbooks, which is great, but they often get things that they already have or don’t need. But a cooking class is a great way to help them hone their skills in the kitchen, and it’s a fun experience for them at the same time. 

Try to think about what they normally cook and if there are any cuisines that they don’t normally experiment with. Booking them a cooking class that expands their skill set is a great gift that they are sure to love. You can even book it for two so you can go along with them!

Land and Titles 

How great would it be if you could become a real life lord or lady? Well, actually, you can and it’s not that difficult, you just need to own land. There are some great companies that sell pieces of land in Scotland, right near the Scottish Munros (mountains). If you purchase a piece of land for somebody, they get an official title as a lord or lady. They are also free to visit their piece of land whenever they like and they are contributing to the creation of new nature reserves, so it’s the perfect gift for anybody that loves the outdoors.

A lot of people think that buying titles is just a gimmick, but if you go to the right company, it can be a very meaningful gift. 

Experience Days 

Experience days are the go-to gift for people that don’t want anything material, and they’re great. You have so many different options from driving sports cars to skydiving. There are also plenty of options for people that aren’t thrillseekers, like wine tastings.

You can buy a voucher for one of these days and they are free to book it in when they like, which is a big help. If you are not sure what they would like, you can even get a general voucher which allows them to choose any activity that they like. This is the perfect gift idea if you aren’t quite sure what to get for somebody because they have the freedom to choose and there are plenty of options to suit different tastes. 

Painting Classes

If you have a friend or family member that is always saying that they want to get into painting, you could buy them some brushes and a canvas. But many people neglect creative hobbies because they don’t really know where to start with them. As such you may be better off booking them into a painting class instead.

This is a great way to teach them the basics and boost their confidence so they can start a new hobby. You can usually find some local painting classes and it’s a good opportunity to spend some quality time with them if you go along as well. 

Spa Days 

Do you know somebody that has a busy work or home life and hardly ever gets time to themselves? If you’re stuck for ideas, why not buy a spa day for your most stressed friends and family members? Most spas sell gift vouchers, which is the best option because people can choose a day that suits them. Spa days are often thought of as gifts for women, but some men would love this gift as well. 

Photo Albums 

If people are not bothered about material gifts, they would probably prefer something more meaningful. Photo albums are a great gift because you can collect all of your great memories with a person in one place, and that’s worth a lot more than any material gift.

Now that we all have photos on our phones, we don’t often have physical photos, so it’s a nice surprise. There are some great sites online where you can make your own custom photo books, so even if you have a lot of digital photos, you can still make a brilliant album. Alternatively, you could get your digital photos printed and make your own photo album. Often, a handmade gift is a lot more meaningful than anything you can buy.  

Concerts and Shows 

Taking somebody out for the evening is a great way to spend time together and get them a gift that creates memories. So, if you can’t think of anything to get for that difficult person in your life, why not take them to see their favourite band or book a show together? A memorable night out with a friend is the perfect gift for somebody that doesn’t like gifts. 

Your Non-Material Gift Ideas

If you are struggling to find an idea for somebody that doesn’t like gifts, why not try one of these amazing non-material gift ideas instead. Or if you have any suggestions for non-material gift ideas I would love to hear them in the comments below.