Author: Alison Price – Published: December 2024

Gifts for Each Sign

The December and end-of-year holiday season is the perfect time to show the special people in your life how much you care. And as the good astrologer that you are, when it comes to finding the perfect gift, if you consider the recipient’s zodiac sign it is a thoughtful way to make your special present extra meaningful.

Experiences

In recent years, I’ve tried to move my gift giving away from just general stuff onto experiences. Experiences can be tickets to concerts, vouchers for art galleries, the gift of a painting, pottery or photography class or some other activity which is creative. The idea with experiences is that the memory lasts forever whereas with stuff, its forgotten.

Stuff

I question, “Do we need more stuff?” I didn’t always think this way, but I certainly do these days. I went from the point of typically giving a toaster to somebody, to giving a store gift card, so they could buy what they wanted. Now I prefer to give an experience which will create a memory that they can enjoy, probably well in the New Year. It then becomes the gift that keeps on giving.

For example, instead of more stuff, this year my daughter and I will enjoy the experience of riding the Holiday Train together in Stanley Park here in Vancouver.

Conspicuous Consumption

There have been times in the past where I have probably bought too many gifts for people who possibly didn’t even want them, and likely regifted them onto someone else at the first opportunity! Maybe you can relate? But it was habit (Moon) and somewhat of a tradition (Saturn). Shifting gears on habits and traditions is not easy. But since the covid years, and my heightened awareness of, not really minimalism, but rather, essentialism, I’m taking a second look at my gift giving approach.

Essentialism

Essentialism is about having the essentials you need for life without amassing excess. It’s about having what you need and using what you have. For example, you might only ever need three coffee cups in your cupboard, but somehow you end up with two dozen.

Plastic

This year, 2024, I am quite rigorous about not allowing plastic into my home. With plastic, I mean, plastic garbage bags, plastic Tupperware like containers, plastic bags in general, plastic take out containers, plastic pen containers for on my desk and things like that. This year I have tried to move over to paper, bamboo, glass, wood and more natural materials for day-to-day objects. To be honest, plastic still does creep in, but when I get the choice of say buying an umbrella with a plastic handle or a brolly with a wooden handle, now I’ll choose the one with the wooden handle.

Gift Wrapping Waste

In the Western world, gift giving is huge, but it’s all the paraphernalia that goes with gift giving that also adds to the burden.

You’ve got:

Wrapping paper sold in multi rolls packs.
Tissue paper usually colored and printed.
Gift tags with fancy strings and glitter.
Ribbons and rosettes on top of these gifts which are frequently made of plastic.
A huge gift bag to put the lot in.

All of these gift-wrapping trappings end up just being waste products. I’ve spent a lot of time this season considering how to recycle gift wrapping itself to relieve the surplus. Having said all that, there are still people you’re going to be buying gifts for and probably I will too, but my gift list of stuff, junk and trimmings is nothing like what it was ten years ago.

Seasonal Cards

I use my very own original art designs for my seasonal cards which are printed on recycled paper and come in a reprocessed envelope. To avoid adding to the constant production, import and carbon footprint impact which is required for many of these things is a personal goal. I know I don’t have all the answers to this problem, but I’m just giving you some of my thoughts on how to lessen the waste and the conspicuous consumption of the modern world and yet still celebrate and give appreciation at the end of the year.

Act Local

There was a great slogan back in the day that said, “Think global, act local” which I think applies here. Hopefully I won’t create too much waste over this December period which I generate myself by thoughtless gift giving. And with that, let’s get onto some sign appropriate gift ideas.

Sign Appropriate Gifts

Being an astrologer, at this time of the year when you say, “Gosh, I don’t know what to get Alex” if you know Alex’s Ascendant sign or Sun sign, it helps you to tune into what I’m calling sign appropriate gifting. If you know the person’s Ascendant sign, go with that, but if not, then use their Sun sign. Below I have some fun gift ideas for to each astrological sign. I have some thoughts on experiences, practical things for daily living and some mod cons in this digital world.

Gifts for Aries

A sleek, high-tech fitness tracker to fuel their competitive nature.
Tickets to a thrilling experience like a race car driving course or skydiving.
Artisanal knives or cooking tools to fuel their fiery passion for the kitchen.

Gifts for Taurus

Sumptuous bedding or luxury bath products for ultimate relaxation.
An indoor herb garden or stylish planter to nurture their green fingers.
Gourmet food gifts like fine cheeses, charcuterie or decadent chocolate.

Gifts for Gemini

Wireless earbuds or a premium streaming subscription for their media habit.
Puzzles, brain teasers or tabletop games to stimulate their curious mind.
A premium fountain pen and fine stationery set for their love of the written word.

Gifts for Cancer

Cozy throw blankets, plush robes or scented candles for a peaceful home.
Sentimental photo albums or framed family portraits.
Gift cards for pampering experiences like a massage, mani/pedi or spa day.

Gifts for Leo

Stylish designer sunglasses or a luxurious leather (lasts forever) tote bag.
Tickets to see their favorite performer or musical act live.
An elegant decanter set or high-end barware for hosting.

Gifts for Virgo

Thoughtfully curated office supplies or a specialized organization tool.
A personalized recipe book or titanium cookware.
Donations to a charitable cause they’re passionate about.

Gifts for Libra

Fashionable jewelry or a statement accessory.
Tickets to the opera, ballet or an art exhibit.
A beautifully bound journal or quality stationery set.

Gifts for Scorpio

Intriguing books on esoteric or psychological topics.
Luxurious body care products or fine fragrance.
A premium camera or photography equipment.

Gifts for Sagittarius

Outdoor gear for adventure like a rugged backpack or camping equipment.
Plane tickets or gift cards for a bucket list travel experience.
Educational courses or language-learning software.

Gifts for Capricorn

Professional business accessories like a sleek portfolio or luxury pen.
Membership to a prestigious club or fine dining establishment.
A financial planning session or investment-themed gift.

Gifts for Aquarius

Cutting-edge tech gadgets or smart home devices.
Quirky, one-of-a-kind art pieces or home décor.
Gift cards for charitable donations or humanitarian causes.

Gifts for Pisces

Mindfulness tools like a meditation cushion or crystal collection.
Tickets to a spiritual retreat or holistic wellness experience.
Cozy, ethereal bedding or relaxing ambient lighting.

No matter which zodiac sign you’re shopping for, to focus on their unique personality traits and interests is the key to finding a truly thoughtful and meaningful seasonal gift. With a little astrological insight, you can discover the perfect present to delight the special people in your life.

Gifts for Your Astrologer

Giving Back

The end-of-year season is a time for giving. If you’re fortunate enough to have your very own personal astrologer, you may be wondering what kind of gifts would be most appreciated by him or her. As an astrology enthusiast myself, I’ve put together a list of thoughtful gift ideas that I myself, or any astrologer, is sure to love. Check out my Gift Ideas for Your Astrologer for some inspiration.

Extend Yourself

Thinking about gift giving and in your astrology journal please do the following:

Products

Make a list of any hand-crafted gifts can you create this year such as:

Baked cookies.
Knitted pullovers.
Crafted wooden bird houses.
Handmade soaps.

Services

Make a list of any personal services which you can offer this year for example:

Provide a maths class to your neighbor’s kid.
Gift a free astrology reading.
Babysit your brother’s newborn baby so they can get a night out.
Help the teen next door to drive with a few driving lessons in your car.
Offer to sing some seasonal carols at your local seniors home.
Donate an evening to serve in a soup kitchen nearby.
Collect money for the charity of your choice and get it to them by December 31st.
Host a free art and craft evening in your home for interested people.
On a snowy day, offer to walk an elderly person’s sprightly dog.
Listen, truly listen, when a friend calls.
Present a free astrology class.

Extend Yourself Further

Looking forward to your potential gift giving birthdays and whatnot in 2025, decide how will you adjust your gift giving to more closely align it to your personal beliefs, habits and traditions. Here you could lean into your Moon, Saturn and 2nd house complex for more ideas. (300 words).

A Pretty Good Year

We can look back and say, “Well, we had a pretty good year” and to be clear, if you’re reading this, on your smart phone or computer, with a roof over your head, with the heating on, having eaten a hot meal yesterday, you did have a pretty good year.

Charity Donations

Where you give your money and support is your business. I’ve just got some ideas for charitable contributions which speak to me.

Here are my five suggestions for charitable causes which I believe in, and am donating cash to this year.

Save the Children: Worldwide

United Nations Crisis Relief: Gaza

Greenpeace International

Indspire: First Nations, Inuit and Métis upliftment

St Paul’s Hospital Foundation: Vancouver

Pin this to read later

Author Bio

Alison Price: Professional Astrologer

Alison helps you uncover your individual creativity and lead a fulfilling life using your own astrology. She shares her wisdom from the heart with a touch of humor. She offers Consultations for everyone and Coaching for Aspiring Astrologers.

If you’d like to get in touch with Alison, you can reach out to her via email at starzology@gmail.com.

If you enjoyed this post, you may like some more astrology related articles from our blog.