Wine

• A bottle of wine is a traditional thank-you gift that many individuals appreciate. If you know it, buy a bottle of your recipient's favorite type of wine or surprise him with a new wine selection. Seasonal wines are often available at specialty shops so, for example, if you are giving a thank-you gift in the fall, you can purchase an apple-based wine to make the gift more time-appropriate.
  
  

Sweet Treats

• If the individual has a sweet tooth, thank her with an edible treat. A variety of delicious desserts are available to fit every budget. You can purchase a box of gourmet chocolates from your local specialty store or have a gourmet selection delivered right to your recipient's doorstep. Alternatively, for a homestyle touch, make her favorite baked good, be it a cake, pie or batch of cookies, and package it decoratively. This gift is sure to be appreciated as much for the time and effort you put into it as for its taste.
  
  

Dinner Out

• Chocolate can be used as a sweet gift of appreciation.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images
  
  Give your friend a gift certificate to his favorite restaurant so that he can enjoy a great night out in return for the help that he gave to you. If you'd prefer, you can instead treat him to a shared meal; offer to take him to dinner or to lunch as a way of expressing your gratitude. By personally taking him out, you'll spend quality time with him as well as repay his kindness to you.
  
  

Flowers

• Let your friend know how much you appreciate her effort by giving her flowers. You can have a bouquet of roses or an assortment of her favorite flowers delivered to her home or office. Another flower option is to select a potted plant and deliver it to her. With a potted plant, she will be able to enjoy your present for as long as she chooses. Be sure you include a personal thank-you note with the flowers.