Can I personalize the gift?8 of 9Card givers and issuers are coming up with new ways to personalize their presents.Some vendors or loyalty programs will allow you to choose from a selection of holiday designs or greetings. Others also let you upload photos that are printed directly on the card.Or you can go with something low-tech and high-touch.Butler suggests getting creative with the way you package and present the card, like hanging the gift card envelope around the neck of a good bottle of wine. Or, as you're buying the card, pick up a few supplies to create a small gift basket.If your loved ones enjoy your holiday baking, you can also tuck it in a package of homemade cookies or brownies."Presentation goes a long way," says Butler. Related Articles:2010 gift card study results2010 Gift Card StudyNew rules for gift cardsGift card regulationsRelated Links:5 ways to spend gift cardsGift cards at a discountGift card rule changesCARD Act 'gotchas' advertisement
Card givers and issuers are coming up with new ways to personalize their presents.
Some vendors or loyalty programs will allow you to choose from a selection of holiday designs or greetings. Others also let you upload photos that are printed directly on the card.
Or you can go with something low-tech and high-touch.
Butler suggests getting creative with the way you package and present the card, like hanging the gift card envelope around the neck of a good bottle of wine. Or, as you're buying the card, pick up a few supplies to create a small gift basket.
If your loved ones enjoy your holiday baking, you can also tuck it in a package of homemade cookies or brownies.
"Presentation goes a long way," says Butler.
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