PhinshEid Gift Ideas: 20 Thoughtful Presents for Family and Friends
Eid gift ideas for family and friends: 20 presents for her, for him and for the whole house, from Eidi and dates to a lantern or EID photo collage.
Key takeaways
- Good Eid gifts are small, personal and easy to share: Eidi for the children, dates and sweets for the table, a scarf, attar or tasbih for adults, and something from the whole family for the home.
- Small budget: Eidi in a new envelope, a box of dates, a visit with a meal. Mid budget: a tea glass set, a silk scarf, a prayer mat. Bigger: a framed photo collage of the family.
- Eid al-Fitr comes after Ramadan and Eid al-Adha later in the year. Both dates follow the moon, so they move every year and can differ between countries.
- A collage shaped like a crescent moon, a lantern, the word EID or your family initials works well with about 40 photos from the year.
In this article
The best Eid gift ideas are small, personal and easy to share: Eidi for the children, dates and sweets for the table, a scarf or attar for her, prayer beads or a good wallet for him, and something from the whole family for the home. Below are 20 presents for Eid, grouped by who you are giving to, with five photo collage ideas at the end.
They work for family, friends, neighbours and colleagues, and for both Eids.
When is Eid, and what do people give?
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, and Eid al-Adha falls later in the year. Both follow the lunar calendar, so the dates move about 11 days earlier each year on the Gregorian calendar, and because each Eid starts with the sighting of the new moon, the day can differ between countries. Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th of Dhu’l-Hijjah. Check the date announced where you live before you plan the gift.
Many families exchange gifts on both Eids. A traditional one is Eidi, usually money, given to children and family members by older relatives or family friends. Most of the ideas below are for adults.
Before you choose an Eid gift
- Choose things that will be used or eaten. Dates, tea, a scarf or a prayer mat are used the same week.
- Think about the whole house. On Eid many people visit, so a gift for the household reaches everyone.
- Check sizes and tastes before you buy clothes or scents. Ask a sibling or a close friend if you are not sure.
- Wrap it with care. Gold tissue, a ribbon and a card with “Eid Mubarak” or “Taqabbal Allahu minna wa minkum” and one personal line make a small gift look chosen.
- Give before or on the day. Many people hand over gifts at the first meeting on Eid morning.
Eidi and treats for the family
1. Eidi in a small envelope
Money for the children and younger relatives, in an envelope you decorated yourself. New banknotes from the bank are a common touch. Write each child’s name on the envelope.
2. A box of dates and sweets
Dates are welcome in almost every home on Eid. Choose a good variety, add pistachio sweets or baklava, and pack them in a box with a ribbon. Check the labels for halal ingredients if you are unsure.
3. A book or puzzle for the children
A picture book, a puzzle or a craft kit goes well alongside Eidi, especially for children who will spend the day at relatives’ houses.
4. A host gift for the Eid visit
Pastries from your best bakery, a tray of fruit or flowers. Bring enough for the whole household and add a card.
Eid gift ideas for her
5. An oil-based perfume (attar)
A small bottle of attar in a scent she already wears. If you are unsure, ask her sister or a close friend.
6. A silk or chiffon scarf
A plain colour in a good fabric. If you know her wardrobe, choose a shade that suits her favourite outfits.
7. Simple jewellery
A fine bracelet or a pair of small earrings. Pick something she can wear every day.
Eid presents for him
8. Prayer beads (tasbih)
Wooden, stone or amber beads, chosen for the weight and the sound. A set with a small pouch makes a neat gift.
9. A leather wallet or a watch
Practical, and used every day. A plain design in brown or black suits most tastes. Engrave initials if there is time.
10. A kurta or a thobe
Wearing your best clothes on Eid is a long-standing practice, so new clothes are a welcome gift. Ask his sister or his mother for the size, or enclose a gift receipt.
For the home and the whole household
11. Tea glasses and a tray
A set of six small glasses and a tray for the Eid table. In many homes the tea stays on the table for most of Eid day.
12. Brass lanterns
A pair of small lanterns for the sideboard or the windowsill, with tea lights. They give the room a warm light in the evening.
13. A soft prayer mat
A thick mat in a colour that suits the room, or a thin travel mat that folds into a bag. It is a gift for a grown-up child who has moved out, or for a friend who is newly married.
Time and kindness
14. An invitation to your table
Invite a neighbour, a new colleague or an older relative who would otherwise eat alone on Eid. A shared meal costs little and is remembered.
15. A donation in their name
Choose a charity they already support or one that works in your community. Print a short card that names the cause. Check that the charity is registered before you give.
Photo collage gifts for Eid
A photo collage puts the year of the family into one print. Ask relatives to add photos to one shared album: gatherings, trips, graduations, the new baby and a photo from last Eid. About 40 different photos fill a shape well, and the example collages in this post reuse one set of about 40 photos.
Phinsh packs the photos into the shape for you, and the small tiles repeat some photos when the shape has more tiles than you have pictures. If any photos include children, ask their parents before you print.
16. A crescent moon
Each Eid begins when the new crescent moon is sighted, so a crescent is a natural shape for the day. Fill it with photos from Ramadan and last Eid.
In a slim white frame on a sideboard, next to dates, a small lantern and white flowers, it sets the scene for Eid morning.
17. A lantern
A lantern is a custom shape, made from an image. Phinsh can turn your own image into a custom shape, so you could start from a simple lantern outline. Put it between two brass lanterns for a shelf that glows in the evening.
18. The word EID
Three bold letters hold plenty of photos, so the word reads from across the room. A wide canvas suits a sideboard or a long wall.
On Eid morning, a gold frame on the sideboard sits behind the breakfast table with dates, pastries and tea.
Printed as a long canvas, it hangs over a sofa with string lights and paper lanterns. Our photo wall ideas explain how to hang a big print.
19. A gift box
A gift box with a bow is a shape that is already a present. It suits a friend, a colleague or a new neighbour.
Pack the print flat in a box with gold tissue, a few dates and a blank card.
20. Your family initials
The first letters of your names or of the two families, such as S and K, in a wide collage with rounded bold letters. It suits a married couple, a household or a host family.
In a walnut frame in the hallway, it greets guests as they arrive in their Eid clothes, and it also makes a gift to take on an Eid visit to grandparents.
Eid gifts by person
The numbers point to the list above.
| Who | Good fits | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Children | Eidi (1), book or puzzle (3) | Small and exciting |
| Her | Attar (5), scarf (6), crescent collage (16) | Personal and easy to wrap |
| Him | Tasbih (8), wallet (9), kurta (10) | Used every day |
| Host or family | Dates (2), tea glasses (11), EID collage (18) | Reaches the whole household |
| Grandparents | Family initials collage (20), visit (14) | The family together |
| Friend or colleague | Gift box collage (19), dates (2), host gift (4) | Warm and not too personal |
| Someone who has everything | Donation (15), invitation (14), lantern collage (17) | Time and thought |
For other people on your list, our photo collage gift ideas go from mum and dad to a teacher or a colleague, and our grandparent gift ideas cover grandma and grandpa.
How to make an Eid collage with Phinsh
- Collect about 40 different photos in one shared album. With fewer photos, the small tiles repeat some photos.
- Open Phinsh on iPhone, Android or in your browser and add the photos. Open Shape and pick the crescent moon or the gift box from the collection, or choose the text option and type EID or your initials. For a lantern, choose Custom Shape and add your own image.
- Adjust the size of the photos and the space between them so the outline stays clear. Pick a background colour, use Shuffle to mix the photos, and tap any photo to swap or crop it.
- Export the image. Standard (1500px) is free and good for sharing on screen. High (3000px) is part of PRO; the app describes it for prints up to A3. Ultra High (6000px) is meant for large prints or a framed picture, and is a separate purchase. The web app also offers Super UHD (12000px), while the mobile apps top out at 6000px.
- Upload the file to any print service. Phinsh does not print or ship.
At a sharp 300 pixels per inch, a 3000px image prints about 25 cm (10 in) on its longest side and a 6000px image about 50 cm (20 in); larger prints such as A3 use a lower resolution.
Frequently asked questions
What are good Eid gifts for adults?
Gifts for adults are often small and personal: an attar or perfume oil, a silk scarf, prayer beads, a leather wallet, a set of tea glasses or a framed family photo collage. Dates and sweets are welcome in most homes. Add a card with a few lines from you.
What is Eidi?
Eidi is a traditional Eid gift, usually money, given to children and family members by older relatives or family friends. It is a custom in many Muslim communities and is given at both Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. New banknotes in a small envelope are a common way to give it.
When is Eid, and do the gifts change?
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, and Eid al-Adha falls later in the year. Their dates follow the lunar calendar, so they arrive about 11 days earlier each year and can differ by a day between countries. The same gifts suit both Eids; check the date announced where you live.
What can I bring as a guest on Eid?
A box of dates or sweets, pastries from a good bakery, or fruit and flowers. Bring enough for the whole household, and check labels for halal ingredients if you are unsure.
How do I make a photo collage as an Eid gift?
Collect about 40 photos from the family in one shared album, choose a shape such as a crescent moon, a lantern or the letters EID, and let a collage app pack the photos into it. Export the image and print it on paper or canvas at any print shop.
