Why are coasters a good choice for Her, Him, Teens, and the Elderly? There are a variety of designs and types of coasters (ceramic/rubber/paper/marble/wood) available. There are coasters with brands, colleges, bands, states, interests, pets, countries or ones with witty sayings, or simple ones that are more for practical use. Overall, it makes for a useful gift for everyone as glasses and mugs are usually a norm in a home.

Where can you get coasters? You can find them everywhere – at your local Walmart, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, CVS, and Walmart to your local supermarkets. If you see something that looks nice or you think The Birthday One may like, you should grab it and give it to them when their birthday rolls around. While traveling, also keep an eye out for these as souvenirs and birthday gifts as local places have coasters with very local and unique feels.

If you are on a budget, you can make your own paper coasters with free designs from online or head to the craft stores where they sell blank coasters that you can design with paint/markers. The cutest ones I found at clearance prices were at Hallmark. I still recommend keeping an eye for coasters when you are just window shopping. If you find something you think The Birthday One would like, buy it and keep it with you until their birthday comes up. If you search for it, it may be difficult to get one you really like and you would also feel stressed if it is last minute.