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1. A giant 10x10 blanket big enough for the entire family (or one person if they want everything to be covered) to cuddle under and watch a movie while the weather outside is frightful. Their movie nights will never be the same.
Big Blanket Co. is a small business on a mission to create very large blankets. The blankets are made with four-way stretch, temperature regulating fabric, and can fit in standard-sized washing machines.
Promising review: "I took the leap and bought my first blanket! I am in love with it! It is so soft. I love the weight it has. It keeps me at a good temperature. I have a feeling that I will be getting more. 😉" —Lelia R.
Shipping info:
For Amazon: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
For Big Blanket Co: Shipping is free on all orders and should arrive in 2-5 business days. 2-Day, Next Day Air, and Overnight shipping options are available for an additional cost.
Get it from Amazon (available in 17 colors) or Big Blanket Co. (available in 20 colors and patterns) for $149.
2. A Kindle Paperwhite that's thin, glare-free, and – did I mention? – WATERPROOF. Plus, it has a ton of storage so they can schlep around that 1,000-page book without breaking their back.
3. A pair of Greats sneakers anyone would appreciate, because we're at a point in our lives in which we need to realize that investing in comfortable shoes is basically as important for your body as sleeping. When our feet are happy, we're happy.
4. A set of wooly crew socks because one can never, and I mean NEVER, have enough warm socks.
5. A Ring video doorbell great for the giftee who just wants to feel a little more secure in their home or just wants to see exactly when their packages are delivered. It has advanced motion detection, 180p HD video, and two-way talk, so they can hear and speak to anyone who comes to the door without having to open it. Plus, it runs on a built-in rechargeable battery.
Promising review: "I've had my Ring for about a year now. It does what it says and has never let me down. Video quality is good, night vision is good, motion detection is amazing, and the battery lasts. For the price, you won't find a better system. Buy with confidence." —John
Shipping info: Expedited shipping options are available at additional cost.
Get it from Lowe's for $59.99 (originally $99.99; available in two colors).
6. A 100% recycled cotton tote bag they can use as a shopping bag, grocery bag, or just a "stuff they need to have with them" bag.
7. A Sony wireless compact speaker designed to be small and waterproof so they can take it on all their adventures from camping, to hiking, to the pool, and even the bathroom for an in-shower concert that is not to be missed (OK, maybe it should be missed).
8. A Backbone One Gaming controller here to transform their phone into a gaming console that they can take with them everywhere. If they already have an Xbox or PlayStation, they can play their favorite games on this system or just include an Xbox Game Pass membership so they can fully experience this cool gadget.
This device is compatible with the latest iPhones. It also includes an adapter for better experiences on the iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max.
Promising review: "This item makes playing games on my phone amazing. I feel like I have my gaming console with me all the time. The quality is far better than expected. Bought one for my boys, and they use it all the time." —Lothespartyof 11
Shipping info: Expedited shipping options are available at additional cost.
Get it from Sam's Club for $99.98.
9. A twist-bottom flower vase specifically designed with some unique features that will help the recipient easily maintain fresh flowers without making a mess in their kitchen. Water can drain through the bottom of the vase before replacing it, and the base also twists off completely to trim the steam, making them last longer. If your friend never leaves Trader Joe's without grabbing a bouquet, they'll love this thoughtful gift.
Check out a TikTok of the twist-off vase in action.
Amaranth Vase Company is a small business that was started to solve the problem of the messiness and inconvenience of caring for a bouquet of flowers.
Promising review: "Most genius vase. The flowers last so much longer, because you can change the water and snip the stems to keep bacteria from growing and killing your flowers. It’s also beautiful as a vase itself, super modern and chic." —Eliezer Labkowsky
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $18.23+ (available in six colors and two sizes).
10. A super luxurious cashmere cardigan I can pretty much guarantee the recipient will 100% love and wear all the time — they may even never want to take it off, which means you win the unwritten gift-giving competition everyone is playing.
I own this sweater in grey and can confirm that it is super cozy and worth the splurge. Outerknown has great cashmere — it's got a good weight to it but is also super super soft. I love to just throw it on and feel so cozy and fancy as I hang out at home.
Promising review: "I love this cardigan and have been wearing it ever since it arrived. It is much softer than many other cashmere sweaters." —JOY D.
Shipping info: Standard shipping is free on orders $125+. Next-Day and 2nd Day shipping options are available for an additional cost.
Get it from Outerknown for $450 (available in women's sizes XS–XL and in three colors).
11. A microwave s'mores maker because what's better than giving someone the ability to make a delicious s'more (or two) on a random Tuesday night, no bonfire required? Nothing. Nothing is better than that. 🤩
And it's so easy to use! All they have to do is fill the water reservoir, put their s'mores ingredients on the tray (up to two of them), and heat in the microwave for 30 seconds. The marshmallow and chocolate will heat at the same time — leaving them with one delicious treat.
Promising review: "This is a very cute gadget. I saw this on a TikTok and fell for it lol. I'm glad I did. My kids and I have so much fun making instant s'mores. They're done in about 30-40 seconds with literally no cleanup. The marshmallow doesn't melt over so you basically can just run hot water over it to remove a few crumbs from crackers and be done." —Shawna G.
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
12. A HyperChiller that can chill freshly brewed coffee — or other liquids, such as wine (!!) — in a minute without watering it down.
13. A set of cocktail-inspired soaps anyone will be ~intoxicated~ with because they look cool, smell even better, *and* are practical to use.
14. A mini projector to transform their living room (or even bedroom) into a whole theater experience. And if you're lucky, maybe they'll invite you over to enjoy a movie on Friday night because they love your gift so much.
Promising review: "I've been wanting a projector for a while now after seeing it on TikTok, and this one hits the mark. The quality is crisp and clear to the point you don’t really need a projector screen. The sound can go pretty loud. Most importantly, it can connect to my iPhone and MacBook. I got it as a gift, and I’m very happy with it. It doesn’t come with the Apple adapter, but you can find it for cheap separately anyway. No complaints so far." —Amazon Customer
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $89.99.
15. A pair of plush slippers that might just be the Goldilocks of slippers because they'll keep their feet "just right" all day long. Cold feet *and* sweaty feet will be a thing of the past when they have these cozy slippers in their life.
16. An 800-piece puzzle perfect for your puzzle-obsessed friend who hasn't given up on this fun past time since quarantine ended. Each design features the work of an emerging female artist — so they may even end up framing the puzzle once they finish putting it together (which they totally can because it comes with tools to help preserve it!).
Jiggy is a woman-founded small business that features the work of emerging female artists to help people unplug and experience art in a new way. The kit comes with special puzzle glue and a straight-edge tool to help get the puzzle ready to become wall art.
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 2-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $49 (available in five styles).