Grandmas are the best. They always have candy, they are awesome cooks, and they say “yes” when mom and dad say “no.” They have a way of snuggling into grandkids hearts and give their unconditional love day in and day out. If there’s ever anyone on your side, grandma will be among the first to step up in line.
And then there’s the gifts. Most of the time, grandma nails it. If she can afford it, the grandchild’s wish is her command. But then there’s those grandmas that have a mind of their own. Whether they just don’t really understand what they are buying or they just misinterpret entirely the taste of their grandkids – sometimes these gifts leave their families with scratching their heads and bursting out in laughter.
We’ve collected 70 of the funniest “grandma fail” gifts ever given – get ready to laugh along with the grandkids who received them.
1. No One Is More Prepared For Winter
This sweet grandma is from Florida and therefore doesn’t experience harsh winters. She must be extra worried for her grandson who lives much farther north in Boston. Now, thanks to his thoughtful grandma, he is more than prepared for any cold weather that comes his way.
2. Grandma Knows What He Likes
Grandma wanted her grandson to have a new coffee mug for work. And she took some time to put extra thought into it telling him, “You know, because it looks like poop and I know you think that’s funny.” The look on his face says it all.
3. Baby, It’s Cold Outside
That is, if you consider 80 degrees to be cold. Perhaps at age 94, this great-grandma senses temperature differently than the rest of us. Whatever the case, she made it for her grandson because she said it was too cold. Perhaps she was thinking ahead for the season change, which in that case he will be quite stylish.
4. Jeep Accessory: Grandma Style
When you get a new jeep, naturally you want to find the coolest accessories around to add your own flair and style. Cue in grandma – she’s got you covered.
5. What “Gaming” Means To Grandma
Grandma caught wind that her grandson was into gaming, so she’s got him covered. Personally, I think these slide puzzles are fun, but I’m guessing that’s not what this grandson had in mind.
6. Grandma Stress Reliever
This is one incredibly sweet grandma. When her grandchild briefly mentioned they were stressed about a money situation, she did what she could. While this $8 may not go far in today’s money, the sentiment behind it is priceless.
7. Looks Like We’ve Got Another Mystery On Our Hands
This grandma sent this as a birthday gift to their adult grandchild who gladly reports they plan on proudly taking it to work to carry their lunch. I think they will be the grooviest kid in the breakroom.
8. When You Ask Grandma For A New Hat . . .
She does not disappoint. This talented grandma not only delivered a hat that exceeds all expectations, she even made a matching one for the baby. Though, we aren’t sure how impressed he is with that facial expression he’s sporting.
9. All The Love
Though this grandson thinks likely the present was meant for one of his girl cousins, he can’t be sure. But, what he is sure of – he decided to keep it. And, apparently his dog is a big fan too.
10. A Flattering Neckline
His 84-year-old grandma apologized for wearing her nightgown in front of the family. Naturally, being the good grandson he is he told her it was no problem and actually looked very comfortable. Not missing a beat, grandma went and fetched one for him to wear. Let’s give this grandson some high five points – and granny too. I mean, this nightgown does flatter his neckline after all.
11. Ready To Party
This stylish grandson is now ready for a night out on the town. He opened up a box that came in the mail from his 90-year-old grandma who had made him this vest that he could wear to parties. No doubt he will be the center of attention.
12. She Gets It, Man
It was his birthday and what better present could a grandson get from his loving grandma. He seems pretty pleased overall as he snaps this selfie with the caption, “She gets it, man.” Though it’s hard to put into words, we have to agree. If nothing else, it’s certainly an unforgettable present.
13. “Matching” Socks
Well . . . kind of. They do match in color and style, but everything else seems a little off. But it will work great if he’s the kind of person where one leg tends to get a little colder than the other.
14. A Guinea Pig Christmas
Nothing screams Christmas more than guinea pigs – at least according to this grandma. Though, we have to admit, they do look really cute in the Christmas hats.
15. Christmas Alligator
This granddaughter has a suspicion that her grandmother likes to give gag gifts on purpose but act innocently about it. It’s a creative gift where the alligator eyes light up in a swimming pool as it floats around. There’s just one problem, this granddaughter doesn’t own a pool . . .
16. Snuggle Up
Though this grandson agrees this is an awesome birthday present, he questions how appropriate it is for a 26-year-old man. Thankfully it at least looks very soft and cozy.
17. A Not-So-Protective Helmet
But we will admit, extremely stylish. In the category of cool hats, this grandma nailed it.
18. Merry Vegetable Christmas
Grandma raided her daughter’s garden, found a cucumber, and then naturally put a bow on it and gave it for Christmas. At least the red and green do look very festive together.
19. Super Mario – Grandma Style
This grandma put her talents to use and meshed it with her grandson’s love for gaming. Not only is her workmanship beautiful, she gave a present that will be treasured for a lifetime.
20. Embroidery + Meme = Awesome
This grandma must keep up on popular internet meme’s recreating Nyan Cat for her grandchild. No doubt every time these towels get used, a big smile will ensue. This grandma combined her old school talent with popular culture and won her grandchild’s heart.
21. Andrew Jackson Photo Album
At first glance, it appears this grandma took the time to make a memorable album for her granddaughter’s graduation. Imagine her surprise when she opens it up to find it full of identical “photos” of Andrew Jackson’s face on each page. I think this is a gift everyone of us would enjoy getting.
22. So Close, Yet So Far
What’s true is her 7-year-old granddaughter asked for fingerless gloves with flowers on them. Grandma fulfilled her request . . . not sure who’s going to tell her those aren’t appropriate “flowers” for a 7-year-old.
23. Traditional Grandma
When grandma found out her lovely granddaughter was planning on moving in with her boyfriend, she did what any grandmother would do. Find the most old fashioned, skin covering nightgown possible.
24. Cats Rule
Well, at least they do in whatever universe they are planning to take over in this shirt. At least this grandson will be warning everyone of the impending doom with his awesome space cat shirt whenever he is brave enough to wear it.
25. Not So Yeezy Shoes
This grandchild says, “When grandma gets you Yeezy’s for Christmas.” Though some would agree perhaps they can rival the style of the popular Yeezy shoe, all will agree she spent significantly less money on them.
26. Grandma’s Got Him Covered
Well, he is all covered from head-to-toe in these PJ’s, and they are very colorful to boot. But, the emblem on the front may not be what grandma thought it was.
27. Cool Grandson
Grandma is clearly a fan of her grandson and picked out this card because the inside said he was “cool.” Although it could be argued this is not the traditional card a grandson might receive from his grandma.
28. Miscalculated Height
Now, if her grandson only grows maybe 10 or so more feet in height, perhaps this scarf would be more proportionate. For now though, no one can deny how cozy it looks.
29. A Purrfect Night’s Sleep
This 24-year-old reports, “My grandma believes this is an ‘acceptable’ blanket for a man my age to sleep under. I’m totally cool with it.” And why not, when grandma gives you a blanket, the most appropriate response is to sleep with it.
30. Picture Message Snail Mail Edition
Grandma decided to send her granddaughter some pictures in the mail – that she took with her phone. Try to wrap your head around that one.
31. When Grandma Buys You A Shirt, You Wear The Shirt
Sure, you might be a grown 34-year-old man, but why not stay young at heart? Obviously this good-natured grandson feels the same way.
32. Scrabbled Grandkids
What a talented and creative grandma. She took her grandkids’ names and made a Scrabble quilt from them. So, I wonder whose name earned the highest points?
33. Tuna Can Christmas
This grandson is confused as the the rest of us. But, at least his pantry will be a little fuller, so why not?
34. Turkey Day Has Never Been So Stylish
I don’t know if anyone is more ready for Thanksgiving than this stylin’ grandson. Something tells me that his hat will be the talk of the day – as it very well should be.
35. Think Twice Before You Challenge This Grandma
Grandma asked her grandson what he wanted for Christmas. Being the humorous guy he is, he answers “100 things from the Dollar Store.” Now, everyone knows he didn’t literally mean it. But . . . his wish is grandma’s command.
36. Frugality At Its Best
Though it’s a bit untraditional to give used soap as a gift, it is useful, so we will give granny credit for that.
37. Coolest.Grandma. Ever
She’s sassy, she’s stylish, she’s got a great smile . . . and she really knows how to decorate a frame. Who wouldn’t love a grandma like this?
38. We’ll Say The Reindeer Are Dancing
When this granddaughter got this “educational” vest as a gift, why let it be a lesson in nature? Let’s just say the reindeer are dancing.
39. Takes One To Know One
Clearly, this grandma has a great sense of humor. We can only wonder what great gift is inside when she picks out awesome wrapping paper like that.