• Whether for anniversaries, weddings, birthdays or holidays, glass gifts can be elegant tokens of love and recognition. When thinking of glass gift ideas, consider your friends' and loved ones' preferences as well as their relationships to you. For instance, you might give a simple, inexpensive candy dish to a coworker. But for close friends and family, a more extravagant glass gift, such as a set of monogrammed wine glasses, may be more appropriate.
  
  

Antique Glassware

• For those who love history, give antique glassware, such as cut glass, milk glass, pattern glass, depression glass or carnival glass. Choose pieces that reflect the recipient's taste and matches her home decor. Search online, or at estate sales, auctions and antique stores for antique glass items.
  
  

Monogrammed Wine Glasses

• For bridal shower, wedding or anniversary gifts, monogrammed wine glasses are available in a variety of sizes and shapes. Purchase monogrammed wine glasses online or from high-end retailers. When ordering monogram letters, you usually can choose between script and block fonts. Monogram specialist Bella Lino's website explains that script lettering is considered more formal than the more contemporary block lettering. Choose the type of lettering which best suits the couple's style.
  
  

Candle Centerpiece

• For a simple yet elegant glass gift, put together a glass and candle centerpiece. Purchase several pillar candles in various sizes (but all one color) and a beautiful glass mirror. Place the candles on the mirror, arranging the smaller candles around the tallest candle. Wrap the entire centerpiece in transparent gift wrap tied with an elegant ribbon.
  
  

Glass Ornaments

• A hand-decorated glass ornament makes a beautiful Christmas present. Purchase a frosted glass ball ornament and squeezable pearl fabric paint from a craft store. Decorate the ornament with lettering (such as "Merry Christmas"), snowflakes, simple dots or other creative embellishments. Allow the paint to dry and wrap in a beautiful gift bag.
  
  

Glass Candy Jar

• For an inexpensive yet thoughtful gift, fill a glass candy jar with store-bought or homemade candies. Martha Stewart's website suggests labeling candy jars by scanning art images and printing onto label sheets. Place a nice ribbon bow on the lid to present this yummy and simple glass gift.