Here are some daughter in law gift ideas, how to spoil and surprise your daughter in law, birthday gift ideas, Christmas gifts, anniversary gifts, to 'just because' gifts! Also check these best ever ways to give a gift and gift reveal ideas they'll never forget!

What is a good gift for your daughter in law?

Gift her a themed gift box, such as a self care box, a movie night box, a fragrance tester box filled with fragrance minis and wax melts, or a stationery selection box!

What can I buy my daughter in law for her birthday?

1. A quirky themed meal

This is such a thoughtful and fun gift idea, a meal is always such a welcoming gesture and personalising it with a unique theme that pertains to her interests shows how well you know her! You could create a meal with a Pokemon theme, a rose gold theme, a Greys Anatomy theme or theme it around her favourite colour with a meal containing all foods of that colour - you can have so much fun with this and anything goes!

2. Buy her flowers

Beat her man to it and buy her flowers! It's such a sweet welcome and you could work in some secret messages via the flowers you choose - for example yellow flowers meaning friendship - so they have a secret and special meaning she can decipher. You could even gift her a 'language of flowers' book so she can discover the message behind the bouquet of flowers. It's such a thoughtful gift she'll always remember!

3. A movie night box

Complete with popcorn, marshmallows, hot chocolate ingredients, glow sticks... all the best things.

4. A themed gift box

Whether it's her favourite colour, character or flavour, this is a wonderful chance to show you know what she's in to!

5. A cake with a hidden surprise

Or message, will make the perfect surprise gift for your daughter in law!

6. A surprise bottle of her favourite perfume

Tied with a bow!

7. A special wall hanging

With a special or family theme, one of the best ways to welcome her in to the family!

8. An engraved bangle

With a beautiful message on the inside

9. A music box

A musical jewellery box is a perfect gift idea that she will treasure always!

10. Put together a hilarious framed picture

Incorporate pictures of your son when he was younger! This surprise gift is sure to cause a stir and is so unique, it's something she'll always remember.

11. A box of wax melts

One of the best gifts on a budget

12. A comfy pjs set

You could even order a personalised set with her initials on

13. A box of Lush bath bombs

There is nothing like receiving a box of Lush bath bombs and bubble bars, just the scent of the box alone

14. A rose quartz infused water bottle

Possibly the coolest gift ever!

15. A super soft throw blanket

16. A beautiful planner or journal

You can get some super affordable ones that are perfect dupes of Kikki K's and look super expensive and opulent!

17. A Jo Malone gift

It's such a pleasure to try anything from Jo Malone

18. A fragrance tester set

Replica do an amazing mini perfume set, filled with unique scents made to replicate certain moments and locations set in time This is such a clever surprise gift idea and she'll have so much fun testing out all the different scents!

19. A tea selection box

Perfect for tea lovers

20. A huge cookie in a box

From Millie's cookies, or you could bake one yourself! The huge cookie makes such an amazing and standout surprise gift idea and is the perfect way to spoil someone.

21. A set of quirky candles

Pertaining to her personality! There are so many quirky candles on Etsy, so she can recreate Disney or the scent of noodles in her living room, depending on her personality and the things she loves. Your special assortment is a great way to show her how well you know her!

22. A secret plate surprise

This is a fantastic idea to try when you invite your daughter in law for a meal at your house!

23. Comfy slippers

24. A star sign gift

Such a magical idea!

25. A couples portrait

This is such a beautiful idea that she's sure to always treasure

26. A pick and mix selection box

Looking for a "just because" gift to give to your daughter-in-law? Here's an option that's equal parts delicious and cute! You could even do a bit of digging behind the scenes and sneakily find out her favourites, or gift her an assortment of sweets in her favourite colour.

27. A pamper night in box

An amazing creative gift idea is to make a 'pamper' themed gift hamper box, containing all kinds of items

28. A comfy bath robe

A gift that is always appreciated, there's nothing better than a comfy and soft bath robe for lounging around in when you're meant to be dressing.

29. An ultra long hot water bottle

You can use to keep your whole body warm, perfect to gift someone for colder days and nights!

30. A heat sensitive mug

That reveals a surprise message on heating!

31. A box of baked goods

Everyone's favourite surprise gift! This idea is sure to go down a treat, no one can resist a box of home baked goodies, it makes such a cool 'just because' gift idea or the perfect DIY gift idea to present her with on her birthday. Just be sure to account for any allergies she might have or ingredients to avoid when baking!

32. A gift from her pet

Why not form a collaboration with her pet and create a beautiful print of their paws, you can then incorporate in to a piece of jewellery she can wear.

33. A beautiful framed photo of her pet

A beautiful DIY gift idea for your daughter in law is to take a beautiful photo of her best furry friend and transform it in to a gorgeous canvas or big framed print she will love to have on display in her home!

34. Matching sweaters for her and her pet

How cool is this idea! It's such an adorable DIY gift idea she will remember always and she will get to share it with her best furry friend! This is such a unique, thoughtful and creative idea she'll be sure to have never received before! You could even personalise them with her name and her pet's name too.

35. A cute stationery bundle

Gift her a hamper of beautiful stationery! There are so many kinds and styles to choose from, beautiful note cards and memo pads, stickers and washi tape, plus gel pens and pretty pencils with quotes on them! There are so many to choose from and you could put together a beautiful bundle of the most beautiful pieces just for her - she's sure to adore it!

36. A realistic chocolate model gift

An epic and unusual gift idea to surprise your daughter in law, a realistic model of something made entirely out of chocolate, but you'd never notice until you went to use said item! This can be the best surprise gift ever, especially if you don't tell your recipient that it isn't what they think it is and keep it a total secret until they find out! The best kind of gift ever.

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