A teen’s 16th birthday is important for many reasons: they can now get a job and a driver’s license, which means an abundance of freedom to a young person. This is the best birthday to begin teaching a teen that with these freedoms come great responsibility, skills, and habits needed to handle all that growth. In addition, a 16-year-old may be thinking about passions and interests in a deeper way, which is great news if you’re looking for gift ideas. If you’re perplexed about gift ideas for sweet 16 birthdays, it’s easier than you think to hit it just right. Ask the guest of honor what’s on their wish list. Some traditional sweet 16 gift ideas involve jewelry or cars. Or read on for help in choosing one of these gift ideas for a sweet 16 birthday, which ranges from trendy to unique.
Gift cards for gasSeat covers, steering wheel covers, or floor matsFuzzy dice A bucket filled with car washing supplies like a sponge, chamois, car brush, and waxVanity license plate framesIf you’re feeling really generous, a car
In addition to the selfie stick, consider the suction cup designed just for the cell phone, for hands-free bathroom mirror selfies. Other selfie-help items include a Bluetooth shutter control, a tool that works as a selfie stand and clicker remote, and a lighted phone case to provide the perfect lighting for your selfie. Throw in a few photo booth props and you’ve got everything you need for hours of selfie fun. If the desired college is out of town, another fun gift would be a trip to tour the campus or spend a night or two visiting the area. Add to those features cosmetic elements such as colors and name brands, and headphones become a trendy gift that top many teens’ gift lists.
A neon nightlight that projects their name on the wall or ceilingA phone case with their name and imagePersonalized blanket and throw pillow depicting your teen and favorite pet or hobby
You can make a money cake two ways; one is edible and the other is not. Cover and decorate foam cake layers (small diameter is fine, it doesn’t have to be a huge cake) and pin on flat or rolled-up bills in different denominations. Fill in gaps with gift cards. Or, make a money box cake; you’ll place money in a special compartment that you insert into a cake and your teen will pull out money from the middle. If this idea sounds awesome but baking isn’t your thing, ask your local baker to make one for you.
