So You Want to Shower Someone with the Gift of Walmartitude? (Yes, that's a real song, don't @ me)
Let's face it, sometimes picking out the perfect gift is harder than that time you tried explaining memes to your grandma. But fear not, for you've stumbled upon the ultimate solution: The Majesty that is the Walmart Gift Card!
But wait, how do you get this magical plastic rectangle (or handy e-gift) into the hands of your lucky recipient? Buckle up, because I'm about to break it down for you, simpler than picking out green M&Ms from a mixed bag.
Option 1: Delivering Delight Directly (a.k.a. eGift FTW)
Feeling fancy? Want to skip the snail mail and get your gift there faster than a squirrel with a shopping cart full of nuts? The eGift card is your champion! Here's the rundown:
- Head over to Walmart's eGift Card website (because who wants to get lost in the online abyss, right?).
- Pick your poison (or present, I guess). They've got a whole slew of designs, from classic blue to "You Rock" explosions. Go wild!
- Choose your fighter (amount, I mean). Walmart eGift cards come in denominations fit for a king (or queen) - from a fiver to a cool five hundred bucks.
- Enter the recipient's email address and craft a masterpiece of a message. Here's your chance to unleash your inner comedian (or heartfelt well-wisher).
- Hit that "pay" button and BAM! Your gift is on its way, faster than you can say "rollback."
Bonus points: If you forget someone's birthday (hey, it happens!), this is your saving grace.
Option 2: The Old-Fashioned Way (Snail Mail FTW...maybe?)
Maybe you're a sucker for tradition, or maybe you just like the idea of a tangible gift. No problem! Here's how to get your physical Walmart gift card on its way:
- Head to your local Walmart. Just try to resist the urge to grab a giant bag of gummy bears while you're there.
- Hit the gift card aisle. They're usually near the greeting cards, because let's face it, a gift card can be a greeting in itself (with a bonus of buying power).
- Pick your plastic pal. Same variety as the eGift cards, so you can match your present to the occasion (or the recipient's personality).
- Head to the checkout and pay. Unless you're planning on regifting it later (don't be that person), this is the last stop.
- Write a heartfelt note (or a punny joke, we won't judge). Stick it in an envelope with the gift card and slap a stamp on it. Voila! Old school gifting at its finest.
Pro-Tip: If you're feeling fancy, snag a cute gift bag at the dollar store to class it up a notch.