How to Put Together a Wellness Gift for Employees

Get ideas and free tools to put together wellness-themed “Thank You” gifts

Although we all know it, sometimes we overlook the value of self-care while we’re focused on other priorities. We all want to work harder but we can lose sight of how important it can be to just stop for a moment and relax.

According to a study on how self-care may improve mental health, it’s becoming more clear the effect that self-care, or the lack thereof, can have on your mood. Small things like walks, meditation and fresh food can help keep up your spirits.

That’s why we’ve come up with ten easy ideas to help you create wellness-themed “Thank You” gifts for your employees. These are a great way to give them a break and unwind.

Add your own personal touch to a variety of templates with our free design software (Avery Design and Print Online). You can then print everything yourself or take a break and have our staff of experts print your projects for you with our WePrint® service.

Other resources you might like:

A zipper pouch customized with an inspirational message using an Avery fabric transfer sitting on a wood desk next to a branch of dark green leaves.


1. “Stay Well” zipper pouch

Add an inspirational message to pouches and bags with our iron-on fabric transfers. A small pouch is a great way to store self-care items and are also useful for everyday use and traveling.   Find out more about how to choose and apply fabric transfers with our fabric transfer resource page.  

Order 2″ x 3″ printable light fabric transfers (2234).

A silver tin of tea leaves wrapped in a white customized Avery wraparound label sitting on a wood desk and leaves.


2. Refreshing herbal teas

One of the best feelings in the world is cozying up on a cold day as a mug of your favorite tea warms up your hands. Whether it’s chamomile, lavender or Earl Grey, hot or cold, a fresh tin of tea will always hit the spot.

Order printable wraparound labels (22835), wraparound labels by the sheet or custom-printed wraparound labels.

A packet of honey spoons with a personalized round Avery label sitting on a wood desk in front of green-leafed branches.


3. Soothing tea accessories

Give your tea a gentle swirl of flavor by adding a pack of tea accessories. Honey sticks and spoons are a delicious way to give tea a sweet twist.  

Order 2″ printable glossy white round labels (22807), glossy round labels by the sheet or custom-printed round labels.  

A green bottle of aromatherapy spray, wrapped with a customized Avery waterproof label, sitting on a wooden desk in front of a few elegant branches with green leaves.


4. Relaxing aromatherapy spray

Along with tea, a soothing scent will help create a relaxing mood that surrounds the senses. Just make sure that your sprays and your teas match for the best experience.  

Order 2″ x 3-3/4″ printable waterproof rectangle labels (64504), waterproof labels by the sheet or custom-printed waterproof labels.    

A pair of thick, cozy socks tied together with an elegant, thin ribbon with a custom-printed Avery square tag.


5. Fluffy socks

Nothing beats slipping into a cozy pair of soft, thick socks after a long day. Just add a ribbon and a friendly message with one of our printable tags for a little flourish.  

Order 1-1/2″ printable square printable tags (22849).  

A dark green spiral-bound planner, customized with an oval Avery label with a personalized message, sitting on a wooden desk.


6. A notebook or journal

Whether you’re writing down your thoughts or decorating each page, notebooks and bullet journals are a beautiful way to destress while staying productive.   If you need some inspiration, we have a variety of articles about planners and bullet journals that will help get your creativity flowing.  

Order 2″ x 3-1/3″ printable oval labels (22820), oval labels by the sheet or custom-printed oval labels.  

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7. Colorful pens and markers

Help add a vibrant splash of color to those new journals with a few packs of highlighters and markers. Tried and true, these are perfect for breathing in living color to a blank page.  

Order 1″ x 2-5/8″ printable address labels (5160), address labels by the sheet or custom-printed address labels.  

A folding thank you card designed with a customized Avery template sitting on a wood desk along with a few decorative leaves.


8. Thank you card

The classic “Thank You” card always goes a long way. Give each card that extra touch with a heartfelt message and a signature.   Easily use the Edit One and Edit All tools in Avery Design and Print Online to switch between editing inside each card or editing all of them at once.  

Order 4-1/4″ x 5-1/2″ printable note cards (8315) or custom-printed note cards.  

A heartwarming message printed on an Avery label adhered to the inside lid of a cardboard gift box filled with decorative, crinkled paper.


9. Wellness gift message

Add an extra surprise to the unboxing experience with a thoughtful message inside the lid. Make your message perfect with just the right font style, color and shape with our Text tool.  

Order 3-1/3″ x 4″ printable waterproof labels (5524), waterproof labels by the sheet or custom-printed waterproof labels.  

A white box labeled with an Avery shipping label custom-printed with a chic Avery template design.


10. Branded shipping label

Complete the package with a customized shipping label. Our free software lets you upload your own logos and images for that final, professional touch.  

Order 3-1/2″ x 5″ printable shipping labels (5168), shipping labels by the sheet, or custom-printed shipping labels  

Just Sit Back and Relax

Planning and crafting a wellness kit can become stressful so remember to enjoy the process. After all, this can be the perfect way to sample new tea flavors, find your new favorite smell and discover the perfect new pair of socks.

Once you’ve planned your paradise in a box, try letting our team of professional in-house printers print out your labels and cards for you. We’ll make sure everything is aligned so that you can just wait for everything to arrive.

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Author: Ryan Han

If you have a question about an Avery product, there’s a good chance Ryan will know the answer. Originally hired in 2014, Ryan worked for years answering calls, responding to chats and collecting review data before he was given the opportunity to be a copywriter. With almost a decade’s worth of Avery knowledge, he now writes copy for product pages, articles, emails and wherever else a little punching up is needed. With a BA in Creative Writing from California State University, Long Beach, Ryan loves any chance he can get to tap into his more poetic side. Whether it’s a motivational quote on a planner cover or waxing lyrical about the near-mystical reflective properties of a new holographic label, Ryan has been a steadfast fan of Avery Products and Avery people. In his free time, Ryan loves to try out new skills and hobbies. He drew a webcomic for a few years, can build a computer, placed eighth once in a Tetris tournament and is trying to learn Spanish so that he can have conversations with his girlfriend’s madre.