A local woodworker makes a small frame. We tuck a blank photo mat and your note inside. They can slip a picture in later. The feeling arrives first.

Who it is good for: Parents, partners, family, the friend you grew up with.

Why we picked it: When the right gift is not a thing, but a reminder of a moment.

Local maker: Oak & Thread, a woodworker.

Delivery: Local metro, 2–3 days.