Best friend far away
Send a soft reminder that your friendship still has a place in their day.
Long-distance gifts
Long-distance friendship gifts for the person you miss.
When you cannot show up in person, a good gift should make the distance feel smaller. Send something they can keep nearby, with a note that sounds like you.
Gift guide
Match the gift to the distance.
Long-distance gifts work best when they are easy to send, easy to keep, and specific about why you thought of them.
Long-distance partner
Keep it sincere and specific, not oversized or performative.
Sibling in another city
A small desk or bed gift can say "I miss you" in a low-key way.
Family member you cannot visit
Send the words you would say if you were stopping by.
Moving-away gift
Give them something small enough to keep in a new room.
Just-because moment
A no-occasion gift can feel personal because it does not need a reason.
Why Mailable Hug fits
A small plush for a desk or shelf.
Mailable Hug sends one 8-inch Plushland animal with a light-blue heart tee and your short printed message. It is made to order and shipped directly to their US address, so you do not need to pack a box.
- $34.95, standard US shipping included
- Choose Bunny, Jaguar, Lion, Panda, or Sheep
- Made to order. Production usually takes a few business days, then standard US shipping adds carrier transit time.
- Choose the plush, write up to 200 characters, and use the recipient's US shipping address in checkout.
Quick comparison
What should you send from far away?
Pick the gift that fits the occasion, the recipient's space, and how personal you want it to feel.
| Gift type | Best when |
|---|---|
| Video call | Best when both people have time and energy. |
| Flowers | Best for a formal occasion or celebratory moment. |
| Gift card | Best when you want them to choose exactly what they need. |
| Mailable Hug | Best when you want a small keepsake with your words attached. |
Message starters
Say the specific miss-you thing.
Missing you extra today. I hope this makes the distance feel a little smaller.
I wish we were in the same room. Until then, this tiny hug can keep you company.
No big occasion. I just miss you and wanted you to have something soft nearby.
Ready to send one?
Turn the thought into something they can hold.
$34.95. Printed message and standard US shipping included.
Send a Long-Distance Gift