How to Send Love from Afar: Meaningful Gifts That Travel Well
Life doesn’t always allow us to be there in person for the people we love. Whether it’s a birthday, a new baby, or simply a moment when someone needs to feel supported, distance can make those occasions feel bittersweet. The good news is that even when you can’t be there in person, you can still send a thoughtful gift that delivers warmth, love and connection.
That’s where post friendly gifts come in: beautiful, meaningful items designed to travel well and arrive just as special as if you had handed them over in person.
The Challenge of Long Distance Gifting
Finding the right gift to send across Australia can be tricky. Many items are fragile, bulky, or don’t survive the journey well. Fresh flowers, for example, often wilt before they arrive, and other gifts can feel impersonal if they don’t reflect the thought you put into them. The key is choosing something that balances beauty, practicality, and meaning, so your gift feels just as heartfelt when it arrives on their doorstep.
Read our How to Pack & Send Gifts By Post guide
Why Dried Flowers Travel Better Than Fresh
Fresh flowers are undeniably beautiful, but they’re fleeting. They require water, careful handling, and often don’t survive long in transit. Dried flowers on the other hand, are made for moments like these. They are:
Long lasting - a keepsake that can be displayed and enjoyed for months or even years
Low maintenance - no watering, no wilting, no stress
Beautifully styled - timeless arrangements that still feel personal and thoughtful
Read our “Why Choose Dried Flowers Over Fresh” blog post
The Comfort of Candles as a Gift
There’s something universal about the glow of a candle. It brings a sense of calm, warmth, and comfort that suits almost any occasion. Candles are:
Perfectly post friendly - they travel well and arrive safely.
Versatile - ideal for birthdays, sympathy gifts, or simply to brighten someone’s day
Mood setting - whether used for relaxation, celebration or daily rituals, a candle makes any moment feel special.
Pairing a candle with dried florals create the perfect harmony of beauty and atmosphere, a thoughtful duo that feels complete.
Adding A Personal Touch
The most meaningful gifts are the ones that feel personal. That’s why adding small touches can make such a big difference.
A handwritten card lets you express your feelings in your own words.
Curated packaging makes the unboxing experience just as special as the gift itself.
It’s these details that turn a parcel into something heartfelt and memorable.
When to Send Love from Afar
There are endless occasions when a post friendly gift is the perfect way to say “I’m thinking of you”:
Birthdays - make them feel celebrated even if you can’t be there
Sympathy & comfort - a gentle reminder that they’re not alone.
New baby or new home - thoughtful gifts that fit beautifully into their new chapter.
Anniversaries & milestones - mark the occasion with something lasting.
“Just Because” - sometimes that best gifts are the unexpected ones.
Read our Sending Gifts by Post blog post
Distance Doesn’t Mean Disconnection
Even when life keeps you apart, it doesn’t have to stop you from showing love. Dried flowers and candles are not only beautiful and practical to send, but they carry a message of care that lasts well beyond the moment of delivery.
At Little Jack Co., we make gifting easy to send Australia wide, so you can brighten someone’s day no matter how far away you are.
Browse our collection of post friendly dried flower and candle gift sets today and let someone special know you’re thinking of them.
