Our gift ideas for Grandma's Day

They spoil us, make us the best snacks, comfort us, shower us with love and tenderness… so today we celebrate these unique people in our lives with Grandma's Day! It's the moment for all little (and not so little) ones to show their love!

Personalised gifts

A persona-lised toiletry bag

The toiletry bag is the little gift that always delights. Perfect for tucking away her essentials, heading off for a weekend away or simply organising her bathroom, it quickly finds its place. At Petit Picotin, we personalise it with a name, a sweet word or an affectionate nickname. The result: a Grandma's Day gift that's both practical and full of meaning, one she'll use every day while thinking of those who gave it to her.

Because so many memories are created around a table (and often thanks to it), the apron is a sure winner. Personalised with her name or a little message, it becomes much more than a kitchen accessory: a nod to her love of shared meals, impromptu snacks and big family gatherings. A gift idea for Grandma's Day that's full of the warmth of childhood memories.

An apron, for the queen of home cooking

The tote bag, the must-have for every outing

Sunday market, a stroll, a trip with friends or an outing with the grandchildren: the tote bag goes everywhere with grandma. Sturdy, timeless and personalised, it ticks every box for a useful gift you keep for a long time. A great choice if you're looking for a gift that's both beautiful, lasting and genuinely used.

A family weekend, a well-deserved holiday or a trip to the children's: the personalised suitcase is perfect for those who love to get out and about. With her name on it, it becomes unique and instantly recognisable. An original gift, designed to accompany all her big and small adventures.

A suitcase, for the globe-trotting grandmas

A glasses case, the little gift that hits the mark

Perfect for a thoughtful gift, the glasses case is a sure winner. It goes everywhere, it's used all the time… and when it's personalised, it's even more special. It's the kind of Grandma's Day gift that's understated but full of charm, ideal if you're looking for a simple yet touching idea.

Because they love comfort too, the personalised sweatshirt is a modern and ultra cosy gift idea. To slip on at home, out on a walk or while minding the little ones, it wraps you in softness… like a hug. With a tender word or an affectionate touch, it's a gift for Grandma's Day that warms the heart as much as the shoulders.

The persona-lised sweatshirt, for wonderfully cosy moments

Why not a handmade gift?

You don't need to be a DIY expert to create a card that touches the heart. A folded sheet of paper, a few crayons, some stickers or a little paint… and above all lots of love. Let the children express themselves freely: a drawing, a clumsy word, an "I love you" written in their own way. It's precisely this spontaneity that makes this handmade Grandma's Day gift so precious.

A card made with love

A drawing or painting to frame

A child's drawing is always a little wonder… and once you frame it, it becomes a true work of art. Ask them to draw their grandmother, a funny memory or a moment they love sharing together. Then pop it in a frame on the shelf or hang it on the wall: this gift becomes a treasure to cherish, a memory you look at that brings a smile every time.

Whether it's salt dough, beads, paper or even shells picked up on a walk, craft ideas are never in short supply. What matters is that it's made with their own hands, with all their energy and imagination. Even if it's not perfect, every creation tells a story… and the most beautiful part is the shared moment together, away from screens. A handmade gift for Grandma's Day that's just as much fun to make as it is to give.

A little handmade keepsake craft

A poem or a sweet word recited

Help your children write or dictate a little poem, a simple sentence or a few memories they love sharing with their grandmother. On the day, they can recite it out loud or write it on a pretty piece of paper. Emotion guaranteed. It's a gift that takes up no space… but that stays engraved in hearts for a long time.

the phrases of your little ones

"Grandma, if I stay in front of the fire will I get a tan?" - Adèle, age 4

"You're not old grandma, you're just a little worn out." - Mathilde, age 3

"Grandma, did you know the dinosaurs?" - Pauline, age 6

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