Remind your departing bestie how much they will be missed with this simple, inexpensive ceramic ornament. Hang it from a bouquet of flowers, a bottle of wine or just give this — it says about all you need to say!
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Where They're Leaving — Or Going To!
Geode State Ornament
Credit: Uncommon Goods
These state-shaped geode ornaments are beautiful to hang on a cabinet door or a Christmas tree, and you can commemorate where you've lived together or where your good friends are moving to.
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Memory Holder
8-Inch Digital Picture Frame
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We named this to our list of the best digital picture frames. It works in portrait or landscape mode, and can mix both photos and videos in the same slideshow. The media just has to be on a USB stick or memory stick, no Wi-Fi required.
A personalized neon sign is a surprisingly inexpensive and unique gift. Give them their name in lights — or a fun phrase — and it can hang in their new home, new office or new business.
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Happy Place House Warming Scented Candle
Homesick makes this Happy Place candle that smells of lily and grapefruit. It's an especially appropriate gift if they're moving to a new dream home or job.
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A Little Something
Positive Potato
Also available as an avocado, pickle and, erm, poo, they can take this little crochet friend with them everywhere to help them stay positive.
When all else fails, go with a pretty plant. Everyone loves receiving one, and the ZZ is one of the sturdiest you can give them.
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Send Your Love
Pocket Hug Token
If you suspect they're a little nervous, send them off with this token for their pocket that shows them just how great you know they'll be in their new place — and reminds them that you've always got their back.
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On a Practical Note
Four-Piece Packing Cubes Set
Now 15% Off
Credit: Amazon BasicsThinking of giving something more immediately useful? Packing up is easier with these, named our best value packing cubes. Your friends can see what they've stacked inside and fit these easily into a suitcase or bag.
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I'll See You Soon Keychain
Credit: Amazon
Commit to a future visit with this elegant little keychain that can hold keys to their new place — or a spare key to your place in case they ever need to come back. The door's always open, as they say!
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Gift of Laughs
Adult Coloring Book With Markers
Now 13% Off
Credit: AmazonAcknowledge the stress of the move with this slightly inappropriate adult coloring book with 30 hilarious pages, some with actual curse words and some with messages like, "Lady with the vocabulary of a sailor." This could be a good for a coworker stepping up to more responsibility, too!
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Restaurant Passport Journal
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If they're moving to a culinary town, encourage them to try new breakfast, lunch and dinner spots with this fun and inexpensive restaurant journal. The company makes these for friends who might want to record their coffee or craft beer experiences, too!
There are just not enough Os in this "No!" Whether they're actually big fans of The Office or simply work in your office, they'll get the message of how much they'll be missed with this hilarious card.
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They'll have tea for any visitor (including you!) with this box of 48 tea bags in eight different varieties, including black tea, decaf black and herbal varieties.
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I F*cking Miss You Bitch Mug
Credit: Max and Mitch Co
Personalize one of these mugs with your state and your friend's state. The message is a little salty, but the truth is the truth!
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Cheers to Their New Beginning
McBride Sisters Brut Rose
There's nothing like a nice bottle of sparkling wine. One of our favorites comes from the McBride Sisters brand. It's bold and fruity, but dry, so it's not overly sweet.
This perennial favorite gift is good for any occasion but might be especially welcome when good friends are moving and will be on a whole new cable provider, computer or network. They'll be grateful for the help with keeping their passwords straight the old-fashioned way, with them written down and organized!
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Feed Them
Classic Fresh Fruit Basket
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When I polled friends about the best going-away gifts they received, one couple told me they still remember loving a gift like this. They ate the basket contents on their long drive from Austin, Texas to New York City, and are still grateful years later.
Here's another way to gift them a memento from the state they're leaving — or to celebrate the state that they're going to. Each state towel is filled with town names, landmarks and signature flora and fauna, like a Redwood tree for California.

Jessica (she/her) is a freelance writer with several decades of experience writing lifestyle content and evaluating home and parenting products. A mom of two teens and two cats, her previous work can be seen in American Baby and Parents.
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