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Home » Food » Gifts » Fun Out-of-the-Box Birthday Gifts for Close Friends

Fun Out-of-the-Box Birthday Gifts for Close Friends

01/27/2024 by Nancy M Horn

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I like to make a big deal out of Birthdays for family and friends. After all, Birthdays are an annual celebration of life, and what better way to mark the occasion than with thoughtful and enjoyable gifts? While the hunt for the perfect gift can sometimes be tough, there’s one trend that continues to gain steam – subscription boxes. In this blog post, we’ll talk about some unique and entertaining birthday gift ideas for good friends, with a special focus on the delightful world of subscription boxes. Don’t forget to book mark this post – Fun out-of-the-box Birthday Gift ideas for close friends!

For your creative friend – why not look at Craftsy? Who says a subscription service can’t be fun?
With Craftsy – your friend will get a year of Craftsy classes only $.65…one of their lowest prices ever! Your friend will get unlimited access to all of their instructional video classes, step-by-step projects and expert tips. They’ll also get a full year of access to over 2,000 Craftsy classes across more than 20 different interest areas. Your friend can learn at their own pace with detailed step by step instruction, anytime, on any device. Craftsy Studies hosts interactive live events and Q&A sessions with somne of your favorite instructors. Your friend can take classes in cake decorating, cooking, sewing, quilting, crocheting, drawing, painting, etc…
Buy: A year of Craftsy classes only $1.49…one of their lowest prices ever!

For your friend that loves to cook! A Cooking and Food Subscription Boxes would be awesome.
Transform the kitchen into a culinary playground with subscription boxes that deliver gourmet ingredients, chef-curated recipes, and kitchen gadgets. From global cuisine to dessert-focused boxes, these gifts are perfect for those who love experimenting with flavors and techniques. We want to try Marley Spoon next, which is by Martha Stewart.
They offer delicious recipes and will send you everything you need to make them – all approved by Martha Stewart. Need vegetarian, low cal, gluten free or dairy free? It’s all there for you to pick what you want. Your friend will love this meal kit service!
Get 51% OFF First Order

For your fitness class junkie friend – gift them a month or two of Class Pass.
They can try out any fitness classes they want. Whether they want to sweat it out with a HIIT class, unwind with a massage, or stream a yoga class from their home, ClassPass makes it easy to prioritize health and wellness. ClassPass gives them worldwide access to thousands of top-rated gyms, fitness studios, salons and spas. This is on my list to try this year!

Get the first month free.

For your jewelry loving friend – consider Rocksbox!
Rocksbox members rent fashion designer jewelry – three pieces at a time, custom selected by a stylist.
Your friend will get three amazing pieces to keep for as long as they want. Ready to change it up? They return their box to receive a new set.
Rocksbox carries the trendiest jewelry from 30+ designers, giving your bestie access to a collection that is the ultimate in #accessory goals.
If they can’t bear to part with something, they can apply the $21 of the membership fee as credit towards a purchase from their set every month.
Use code market50 to receive 50% OFF first month at Rocksbox.

For that entertainment loving friend – get them a trial to some streaming services.

Max – choose a plan:

  • With ads – $9.99/month or $99.99/year save 16%
  • Ad-Free – $15.99/month and $149.99/year save 20%
  • Ultimate Ad-Free – $19.99/month and $199.99/year save 20%


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Paramount TV+

  • Pay $11.99 per month for Paramount+ plus SHOWTIME after trial or $5.99 a month for Paramount+ Essential after 1 Month FREE.
  • Limited-time offer ends 3/7. Cancel anytime.
    Click here – Use Code for 1 Month FREE: CHALLENGE39


So, the next time you’re searching for the perfect birthday gift, consider the joyous surprise that keeps on coming – a subscription box that adds a touch of excitement and novelty to every month. After all, the gift of anticipation and discovery is one that truly keeps the celebration alive throughout the year. I hope you keep this bookmarked for these Fun Out-of-the-Box Birthday Gifts for Close Friends!

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