Five Star Gift Ideas

For your granddaughter who loves fashion design and creating clothing, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that could help fuel her passion and creativity:

1. Fashion Design Kit: Consider getting her a comprehensive fashion design kit that includes sketchbooks, fashion templates, fabric swatches, colored pencils/markers, and other crafting materials. This will enable her to bring her designs to life and play around with different styles and patterns.

2. Sewing Machine: If she doesn't have one already, a sewing machine would be a fantastic gift to help her take her creations to the next level. Look for a beginner-friendly machine with adjustable speed and different stitching options.

3. Fashion Design Books: Inspire her with books that delve into the art of fashion design, showcasing prominent designers, fashion history, and creative techniques. Some popular options include "The Fashion Book" by Phaidon, "The Fashion Sketchpad" by Tamar Daniel, or "Fashion Design Course" by Steven Faerm.

4. Fabric Swatches or Gift Cards to Fabric Stores: Gather an assortment of different fabric swatches for her to experiment with, or surprise her with a gift card to a local fabric store. This will give her the opportunity to choose high-quality fabrics that match her vision and help bring her designs to life.

5. Fashion Design Classes or Workshops: Enroll her in a local fashion design class or workshop where she can learn new skills and techniques, network with other aspiring designers, and gain valuable insights from professionals in the industry. Alternatively, you could consider online courses or workshops that offer flexibility and convenience.

6. Fashion Magazines and Subscriptions: To keep her inspired and up-to-date with the latest trends, consider gifting her subscriptions to popular fashion magazines like Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, or Elle. These magazines often feature interviews with designers, runway showcases, and articles on fashion history.

7. Fashion Design Software: If she is interested in exploring digital fashion design, consider gifting her software like Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW, which are widely used in the industry. These tools will allow her to create professional-looking designs and experiment with different colors and patterns.

8. Personalized Clothing Labels: Help her add a professional touch to her creations with personalized clothing labels that bear her name or brand. These labels can be easily sewn onto garments and will make her feel like a real fashion designer.

Remember, the most important thing is to support and encourage her passion for fashion design. By selecting a gift that aligns with her interests and provides opportunities for growth and creative exploration, you can help nurture her talent and love for creating clothing.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”