For grandpa: a gift that's neither a gadget nor another book
Grandpas have a reputation for being hard to buy for. They already have everything, and gadgets aren't their thing. A personalised coloring book works because it sits outside the usual options (not high-tech, not edible, not yet another historical biography) while staying tangible and personal. The grandchildren can even come and colour it with him.
A few examples that work for this case
Grandpa's garden as a colouring page, the favourite activity of the grandchildren.
Fishing trips, DIY, walks: these scenes usually become the most colourful pages.
Our tip for grandpa
Pick photos of shared activities: fishing, the garden, DIY, walks. Grandpas usually prefer real scenes to posed portraits. If you know he'll never colour himself, the album becomes a way to trigger time with the grandchildren when they visit.
Recommended format
24-page book, €49.99
Room for several activities and several grandchildren without diluting the focus.
How we make your book
Designed in France, printed on demand by a European partner. Square 21.6 cm format, 90 g/m² uncoated inner paper that holds pencils and water-based markers well, hardcover on the 12 and 24-photo formats (stapled on the 6-photo format).
Frequently asked questions
Grandpa never colours. Is it worth it?
Yes. The album becomes the thing the grandchildren pull out when they visit grandpa. It works less as a solo activity and more as a trigger for shared moments.
Ready to create your book?
Delivery in 5 to 7 business days. Designed in France.
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