The Best ‘Thinking of You’ Gifts
to Send to Someone You Love
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If you're looking for a thinking of you gift, we've put together this guide to make finding something thoughtful and comforting a little easier.
A friend might be going through a difficult time, someone you love might be grieving after a loss, or perhaps they've had a week where everything feels a lot harder than usual. When you can't quite find the right words, a small gift can be a lovely way to say I'm thinking of you.
A thinking of you gift doesn't need to be extravagant or expensive. Often, it's the thought behind it that matters most — something comforting, personal or designed to give someone a little moment of calm amidst the chaos.
From thoughtful gift boxes and self-care treats to gifts for someone who is grieving, we've rounded up some of the best thinking of you gifts to send to someone you love.
What Is a ‘Thinking of You’ Gift?
Unlike a birthday or Christmas present, a thinking of you gift doesn't have a particular occasion attached to it.
It's a small gesture to let someone know they're on your mind.
You might send one because a friend is having a difficult time, because someone is recovering from an illness, because a loved one is going through a stressful period, or just because you're missing someone who lives far away.
They can also be particularly meaningful after a bereavement. When someone has lost somebody they love, there isn't a gift that can make their grief disappear, but a thoughtful gesture can remind them that they're surrounded by people who care deeply about them and are thinking about them.
Sometimes, there doesn't need to be a particular reason at all. You might see something that reminds you of someone and decide to send it their way. That's really the beauty of a thinking of you gift: there doesn't have to be an occasion.
What Makes a Good Thinking of You Gift?
When you're choosing a thinking of you gift, it's easy to put pressure on yourself to find something incredibly meaningful and personal, or spend time wondering if it's the right thing.
You don't have to.
The best gifts are often those that make somebody feel cared for.
When choosing your gift, think about something that:
- Creates a little moment of comfort
- Encourages them to slow down and take some time for themselves
- Can be enjoyed at home
- Feels thoughtful rather than overly formal
- Suits their personality and interests
- Doesn't require too much effort from them
- Comes with a personal message
It's also worth considering why you're sending the gift.
A gift for somebody who is grieving might look quite different from one for a friend who has had a stressful week. Someone recovering from illness might appreciate something comforting and easy to enjoy, while someone who has moved away might love receiving a little reminder of home.
The most thoughtful gifts are the ones that feel like they've been chosen for that person.
Thinking of You Gift Ideas
If you're looking for thinking of you gift ideas, we've put together this guide to make choosing something thoughtful feel effortless. Whether you're looking for a small gesture to let someone know you're thinking of them, a comforting gift for someone going through a difficult time, or a thoughtful gift box to send from afar, these ideas are a good place to start.
1. Something That Encourages Self-Care
When someone is having a difficult time, encouraging them to take a little time for themselves can be a lovely gesture.
Perhaps a friend is recovering from an illness, someone has been run down after a particularly busy period, or a loved one is going through a stressful time and could use a little extra care. A thoughtful self-care gift can be a gentle reminder to slow down, rest and look after themselves.
Some of our favourites to include would be our relaxing magnesium bath soak, a candle they can light first thing in the morning, a weighted eye pillow for a moment of calm and quiet, or a luxurious hand cream or body oil. Small rituals like these can create a little space in the day to pause, unwind and focus on yourself.
The idea isn't to suggest that self-care will solve whatever they're going through. Rather, it's a gentle reminder that they deserve to look after themselves, too. Taking a little time to rest and unwind can be a simple way to create a sense of calm when everything else feels a little chaotic.
For someone who is recovering from illness, our Get Well Soon Gift Bundle brings together a collection of thoughtful gifts designed to encourage rest and relaxation. It's presented in our signature linen cocoa gift bag, with your handwritten gift note tucked into the front pocket — so you can add a personal message to let them know you're thinking of them.
It's the kind of gift that says: take some time for yourself — I'm thinking of you.
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2. Something Delicious
Never underestimate the power of a cup of tea and something delicious to enjoy alongside it.
A thinking of you gift doesn't always need to be something they'll keep. Sometimes, it's about creating a little moment of enjoyment in their day — a late-morning coffee break with a slice of homemade cake, hot cross buns on a quiet afternoon, or a cup of tea and a bar of chocolate curled up on the sofa.
Our go-to combination would be a hydrating lemongrass and ginger tea paired with a bar of artisan dark chocolate — something to enjoy during a quiet morning or afternoon when they could use a little pick-me-up.
This is a lovely gift for a friend who's had a stressful week, someone who's feeling a little under the weather, or a loved one who could use a small reminder to pause and enjoy the moment. Sometimes, a few familiar comforts are all you need to let someone know you're thinking of them.
3. Something to Help Them Switch Off
If somebody has been working too hard or having a particularly stressful time, a gift that encourages them to slow down can be a thoughtful choice.
Our go-to combination here would be a beautiful journal, paired with a magnesium bath soak, weighted eye pillow and a bar of artisan dark chocolate. Together, they create a little evening ritual — something to return to when the day feels like it's been a lot.
Writing down your thoughts can be a helpful way to clear your mind at the end of the day, while a warm bath and the gentle weight of an eye pillow encourage you to slow down and turn your attention away from your to-do list and back towards yourself.
The whole idea is to create a few quiet moments to pause, breathe and be more present in your body — a little reminder that not every evening needs to be productive.
4. Something Personal
Some of the best thinking of you gifts are the ones that remind someone of you and your relationship.
One idea we love is a little photo-booth memory for their home. Take a slim frame, add a favourite photo strip of the two of you and attach a couple of small hooks underneath. Hang it by the front door, so they see it every morning as they leave the house — a little reminder, if they're going through a difficult time, that you're only ever a text or phone call away.
You could also choose something they'll use every day, like a beautiful cushion or cosy pyjamas, or write them a handwritten letter. In a world of quick texts and voice notes, taking the time to put your thoughts on paper can feel incredibly personal — whether it's a favourite memory, something you love about them or just a reminder that you're there.
Often, the most personal gifts are simply the ones that show you've been paying attention.
5. A Little Care Package
When creating a thinking of you care package, think quality over quantity: a few carefully chosen pieces that feel good to use, eat or enjoy, with natural ingredients, considered packaging and soothing scents.
You could create a food-filled hamper with fresh bread, local eggs, good coffee and something homemade to enjoy throughout the week, or build a little ritual around a particular time of day.
Our favourite idea is a bedtime care package — chamomile blossom tea, a weighted eye pillow, magnesium bath soak and evening ritual mist.
The idea is to create a small pocket of calm in their day. Rather than filling a box with random things, choose a handful of beautiful, artisan gifts that become little anchors they can look forward to using and return to whenever they need a moment of comfort.
Creating a Thinking of You Gift Box
If you want to send more than one little gesture, a thinking of you gift box is a lovely way to bring a few thoughtful gifts together.
At Bundle & Beau, we build our gift bundles around rituals. Each piece is chosen to work alongside the others and create a moment in the day — whether that's a slow morning, a little reset after a busy day or a calming ritual before bed.
You could create your own thinking of you gift basket with their favourite foods, artisan coffee, something homemade and a few little treats to enjoy throughout the week. Or create an evening ritual like our Get Well Soon Gift Bundle, which brings together a magnesium bath soak, chamomile blossom tea, artisan dark chocolate, evening ritual mist and a weighted eye pillow. The idea is to choose things that complement one another and give them something to look forward to.
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Our Thinking of You Gift Bundle
Our Thinking of You Gift Bundle has been created around exactly this idea. Presented in our signature cocoa linen gift bag, it includes a hand-poured morning candle, artisan dark chocolate and lemongrass and ginger tea.
Together, they're designed to create a simple ritual of warmth and comfort — something to enjoy during a quiet morning or whenever they need a little moment to themselves.
For someone recovering from illness, our Get Well Soon Gift Bundle brings together more restorative rituals, while our Recovery Gift Bundle is designed to encourage rest and taking things a little slower.
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Send a Thinking of You Gift
One of the nicest things about a thinking of you gift is that you don't have to be there in person to make someone feel cared for. Sending a little parcel to their door can be a lovely way to let them know you're thinking about them when you can't pop round yourself.
If you're sending a gift through the post, a thinking of you letterbox gift can be particularly lovely. Choose something thoughtfully packaged and easy to enjoy at home, then add a handwritten note to make it feel personal.
At Bundle & Beau, our gifts are presented in our signature linen gift bags, with your handwritten note tucked into the front pocket — making it easy to send a little comfort from near or far.
Thinking of You Gifts After a Bereavement
A thinking of you gift can be particularly meaningful when someone is grieving. You don't need to find the perfect thing to say or send — you're not trying to make their grief better. You're simply letting them know they're in your thoughts.
Choose something comforting that they can enjoy at home: a favourite food, a warm drink, a self-care ritual or a small care package. You don't have to send something immediately, either. A thoughtful gift several weeks or months after a loss can be just as meaningful, when the initial messages of support have begun to quieten.
A handwritten note can be enough:
“I've been thinking about you and sending you lots of love. I'm here whenever you need me.”
A Little Something to Say “I'm Thinking of You”
There doesn't need to be a special occasion to send someone a gift. Sometimes, a small, carefully chosen gesture is simply a way of saying: I'm here, I'm thinking about you, and I hope you take a little time for yourself.
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