great graduation gift ideas that inspire

1.  Give your grad an inspiring journal to write the next chapter in their story.  Plus with the sale of each journal, the manufacturer donates a school workbook to a child in need. $16.95

2. Now's the time to fly.  This lovely hand crafted pendant by Ian Nicholas makes a sweet graduation gift for girls who are ready to spread their wings.  $12.95

3.  Looking for a college graduation gift idea that celebrates the student's next big adventure?  This hand crafted collage shadow box features the inspiring quote, "Don't follow your dreams; chase them!" $55.50

4.  The fact that this adorable Curly Girl design is on a candle is quite apropos as it reads,  "Just wait until you see what is possible when you shine your little light on the world!"  It makes a thoughtful graduation gift for girls who are ready to sparkle & shine. $17.95

5.  Take time to smell the flowers & celebrate the success of graduating with this hand crafted button bud vase. $23.50

6.  Is your grad ready to go make an imprint on this world?  The purpose of this book is to inspire them to discover and celebrate their special gifts and, above all, to share them with a world that truly needs them.  $16.50

unique graduation gift ideas that fit in a card

7.  Start the next exciting season of life by making a wish. This colorful ribbon reads, "A dream is a wish you heart makes." Simply tie this ribbon bracelet around your wrist & when it falls off, your wish comes true.  $3.95 (also comes in turquoise)

8.  Shoot for the moon & stars with this inspiring necklace.  A great addition to the standard graduation card & check.  $13.95

9.  Doesn't this sweet Curly Girl magnet sum it all up?  A great go-to graduation gift for girls that like to look cute & make a difference in this world.  $5 (see other cute graduation themed magnets from Curly Girl)

dorm bound high school graduation gift ideas

10.  Leave a note on your door, wall, mirror or more with these punchy pink removable dry erase stickers.  Makes a great high school graduation gift for girls moving into a college dorm. $15.95

11.  Is your grad sharing a bathroom when they head off to college?  Keep things discrete & smelling sweet with the help of Poo Pourri. $9.95

12.  Keep memories of your high school friends close with the help of this hand crafted memory magnet that reads, "Oh the places you will go." $10

13.  The graduate can feather their new nest with some delightful artwork from Curly Girl Design. $24.95

14.  Amplify your tunes in your dorm, bathroom, hall, court yard or wherever you go with the help of this clever phoneograph.  A great graduation gift idea for boys or girls. $12.95

15.  Using just one nail, display loads of photos, notes or cards with magnetic cable photo holder.  It's an easy way to decorate & add personality to your corner of the dorm room.  $9.95

gifts for high school graduates that plan to travel

16.  Gotta girl planning to head out & see the world?  Send her bag off with a little flair compliments of Curly Girl Design.  This delightful luggage tag reads, "The world is full of people who will go their whole lives and not actually live one day.  She did not intend on being one of them." $12.95

17.  Did you know you can be TSA compliant & still look cute when you pack your shampoo, conditioner & lotion?  You can with the help of this sweet sentimental travel bag. $14.95

18.  This hand cast pewter compass makes a great graduation gift for those who can't seem to stay in one place for too long. $17.95

graduation gift ideas for friends

19.  Capture the memories that will last a lifetime in a hand crafted frame.  This frame can also be personalized for an additional $3.  $33.50 (other colors & 2012 sayings available)

20.  You only graduate high school once so there's no better time to create a little time capsule of lists that will have you rolling on the floor laughing years from now.  Filling up this fun journal is a fantastic activity to do with your friends. $16.95

21.  Really, don't girls just wanna have fun?  Find your favorite photo from high school & clip it to this happy hand crafted memory magnet.  $10

22.  Need a great boy's graduation gift?  This hilarious book will have him laughing out loud and may give him a few tips on how not to answer test questions in college.  $9.95

23.  When it comes to studying for an exam or writing a term paper, who couldn't use a little help?  Work out those brain cells & hands with this pretty color changing thinking putty. $11.95

24.  Dorm bathrooms may not be that spectacular, but you can still create your own little spa get-away with the help of a shower burst.  There's a remedy for every occasion... stress, headache, cold & flu and even hangover.  $4.25 each or $16.95 for set of four

graduation gift ideas for MSU

25.  Fill this big green bowl with cereal, ice cream, popcorn & more.  A great addition to an alumni's kitchen or MSU student's dorm room.  $21.95

26.  Many memories are made on Michigan State's campus.  Capture your favorite one in this hand crafted frame $33.50 (can also be personalized for an additional $3)

27.  Whether you're studying for a big exam or burning the midnight oil at your new job, this large MSU mug filled with coffee will give you the fuel to power through.   It makes a great high school graduation gift for a student who is MSU bound.  $15.95

graduation gift ideas for U of M

28.  Fill this big maize & blue bowl with cereal, ice cream, popcorn & more.  A great addition to an alumni's kitchen or U of M student's dorm room.  $21.95

29.  Many memories are made on Michigan's campus.  Capture your favorite one in this hand crafted frame $33.50 (can also be personalized for an additional $3)

30.  Whether you're studying for a big exam or burning the midnight oil at your new job, this large U of M mug filled with coffee will give you the fuel to power through.   It makes a great high school graduation gift for a student who is U of M bound.  $15.95