Thoughtful Giving: 12 Inspiring Quotes on the Joy of Gift-Giving

You've probably noticed by now that at Inky Printworks, we believe the best gifts are thoughtful, personal, and full of meaning. Apparently, great minds think alike...

Whether you're on the hunt for a unique personalised gift or just love the idea of giving something that truly matters, here are twelve quotes from writers, thinkers, and world-changers that celebrate the art of giving.  We hope there's something here you find interesting, useful, or even inspirational:

“The manner of giving is worth more than the gift.” – Pierre Corneille“

The best gifts come from the heart, not the store.” – Sarah Dessen

“The excellence of a gift lies in its appropriateness rather than in its value.” – Charles Dudley Warner

“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” – Mother Teresa

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” – Winston Churchill

“No one has ever become poor by giving.” – Anne Frank

“The heart of the giver makes the gift dear and precious.” – Martin Luther

“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.” – A.A. Milne

“Every gift from a friend is a wish for your happiness.” – Richard Bach

“The only gift is a portion of thyself.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

“A gift consists not in what is done or given, but in the intention of the giver or doer.” – Seneca

“The joy of giving is greater than the joy of receiving.” – Lailah Gifty Akita

If you're looking to give someone a meaningful, personalised present, something that speaks to their interests, personality or passions; we’d love to help. A unique gift doesn’t need to be expensive. It just needs to feel right.