1. Gift cards. The top cards they want are for online retailers . . . big box stores . . . coffee . . . clothing . . . and future spa or beauty treatments.
2. Flowers.
3. Personal care items.
4. Housewares. Including small appliances and decorative stuff.
5. Clothing.
6. Tickets to an event. Just make sure it's well into the future.
7. Jewelry.
8. Books.
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