Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Personalize Dance Gifts

Personalized gifts are terrific for any age group. They can be particularly great for that dancer in your life. Personalized gifts make the recipients feel special. In addition, a personalized gift is more treasured and is worth keeping for many years to come. Whether you purchase a personalized gift or make it yourself, the recipient is sure to appreciate the thoughtfulness that went into it.


Instructions


1. Every dancer needs a bag to carry his shoes and other dance gear. To make it stick out, consider giving a monogrammed bag. With his name on it, it will easily stand out in the crowd. Garment bags, used to carry and store recital outfits, are another great item to personalize. Your dancer will be able to find his gear quickly, making wardrobe changes a snap.


2. Because she gets photographed quite often, personalized frames are a fantastic way for dancers to showcase their photos. You can order them online. You also can purchase picture frames at a craft store and decorate them to fit the personality of the dancer.


3. Buy a digital picture frame and upload pictures and movies of the dancer's recitals. Not only will she be able to enjoy the photos every time she turns it on, but so will friends and family.


4. A personalized growth chart is a great way for a dancer to keep track of how tall he is growing from year to year. You can order one online that comes with the dancer's name printed on it.


5. A water bottle is something a dancer can use during rehearsal. It can be purchased already personalized with her name. Or, you can personalize it for her. Using a variety of ink colors, write her name on the bottle. Then write motivation sayings such as "reach your dreams" or "aim for the stars." You can also draw ballet or tap shoes.


6. Make a photo collage of dance recital pictures. Purchase a large picture frame from a craft store. Trace around the frame on tag board. This will be the background for your photos. Arrange photos and glue on tag board. Adorn with stickers, phrases, or memorabilia from recitals such a programs and tickets.


7. Track suits are great for a dancer to slip into after rehearsal or a recital. They can be purchased and monogrammed at a store or online. Or you can buy a track suit and decorate it yourself with puffy paint or fabric paint. Write his name across the front of the sweatshirt, down the sleeve or down the leg. Then dress it up by drawing dance shoes or ribbons.