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    35 Unique Birthday Gifts, Because Your Friends Seriously Do Not Need More Candles

    You'll wanna order them all for yourself, too.

    1. An Instagram-famous Perfect Pot or Always Pan that'll encourage them to cook dinner (instead of ordering takeout every night). They're multipurpose pieces, so they'll also help declutter their kitchen cabinets.

    2. A copy of 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think that'll help shift their perspective. Reviewers say it's great for anyone looking do a lil' self-improvement and love that each essay is only a few pages long (so they can digest it bit by bit).

    The book on a bed

    3. A kinetic sand kit that's basically a grown-up fidget toy. It comes with three tools that they can use to scoop, slice, dig, and mould while they chat away on conference calls.

    The kinetic sand kit on a table

    4. A scratch-off baking bucket list that'll encourage them to get adventurous in the kitchen. If they've been making the same chocolate chip cookie recipe for years, this will make them want to dip their toes into the world of croissants, tarts, and beyond.

    The baking bucket list hung on a wall behind a table

    5. A paint by numbers kit that'll leave them with a tropical art piece that they'll actually want to hang in their home. If they're not exactly Van Gogh, but want to flex their creative muscles, this is the craft for them.

    A person filling in the tropical painting

    6. A Super Mario Bros. table lamp if they believe the OG Nintendo games are superior to all the FPS and RPG games the kids are into nowadays. It has an auto shut-off function, so you won't have to get out of bed when it's time to snooze.

    The lam on a bedside table with crates and a lanyard on either side

    7. A set of bestselling bulb vases that'll bless them with an adorable place to display their blooms. If they're into propagating plants, this is sure to come in handy for that, too.

    Three pothos clippings in the vases

    8. A phone pouch that's the perfect size for their beloved gadget. It has card slots in both the front and interior pockets, so they won't even need to make room for their wallet.

    9. An Unsolved Case File game that'll awaken their inner armchair detective and have them digging up dirt on potential suspects. Finally, all those hours spent watching serial killer documentaries and listening to murder podcasts will pay off.

    A person holding up the case file

    10. A pair of vegan leather cowboy boots that reviewers say are comfortable enough to wear all day long. If they're doing a little boot scootin' or on the hunt for their rodeo Romeo, these are the shoes they should be wearing.

    A person wearing the cowboy boots on a wooden floor

    11. A copy of The Book of Myself that'll have them penning a story about the most important main character ever in existence: them. It's packed with prompts that'll help them dig up memories, record relationships, and jot down pearls of wisdom they've learned along the way.

    The cover of the book with circles and line drawings of leaves on it

    12. A set of puzzle sorting trays that'll help them separate their edges from their middle pieces. They'll stack neatly into a tower, making cleanup a breeze when they're ready to take a break from their jigsaw.

    13. A Spikeball set that'll make them feel like a kid again and inspire some healthy competition amongst their family and friends. The two-on-two game involves "spiking" the ball onto the net so it bounces toward their opponent. It sounds simple, but trust me, it requires some ~finesse~.

    Four people playing Spikeball on a lawn

    14. A pack of hair masks that'll make their mane feel softer and silkier than ever before. Because it comes with six different formulas, they can play around and find what suits their tresses best.

    The six masks laid out on Post-Its

    15. A set of burger spreads that'll take their BBQ game to the next level. Ketchup and mustard? Leave that for the peasants — candied jalapeños, onion and thyme spread, and spicy tomato sauce is all they'll care about from here on out.

    The sauces stacked in a tower

    16. A reading logbook that'll help them keep track of all those novels they're planning on reading this year. It has space for their reviews, how long it took them to read each book, and more. It even includes challenges if they're looking to become an even better bookworm.

    17. A ~groovy~ blacklight lava lamp poster if they're all about the '70s vibes. This will definitely the most unique part of their gallery wall, and they'll have you to thank for it.

    The poster on a wall in a bedroom

    18. A set of dinosaur bath bombs that'll have them feeling like a paleontologist every time they slip into their tub. Reviewers love that they turn their bath water pretty colours and say that they smell great, too.

    A half-fizzed bath bomb showing the dinosaur inside

    19. A Golden Girls trivia deck that'll quiz them on the antics of Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia. It comes with a guide that includes summaries of all 180 episodes, so they can brush up before they challenge other superfans.

    The deck of cards and the trivia guide laid out on a table

    20. A pair of ~thicc~ gold hoops that are way more interesting than the studs they normally wear. Reviewers love how lightweight they are and say they don't irritate their sensitive skin.

    The hoops hanging off a wine glasss

    21. A fancy-shmancy Cricut Joy machine that'll help them tackle just about every crafting project under the sun. Whether they want to create labels for their pantry jars or customize cards, this will make their DIYs easier than ever.

    22. A copy of Journal 29 if they've never met a puzzle or riddle they didn't love. They can check that their answers are correct by scanning QR codes with their phone, so they'll know when they're ready to move onto the next phase.

    A person writing in the journal

    23. A copy of the original Catan base game that'll have them trading and building their way to victory. They'll be so busy creating cities and settlements to vying for the coveted "Longest Road" card that they won't have a chance to get bored.

    The game laid out on a table

    24. A wireless mouse that looks like Tony Stark's Iron Man mask. Reviewers love that the eyes light up when it's in use and say it's comfortable enough to use all day long.

    The Iron Man mouse on a laptop keyboard

    25. A tiny bean bag chair where their phone can chill out when they're not using it. They can adjust the stuffing to keep it at the perfect angle, so they can stream their shows or FaceTime hands-free.

    A phone on the bean bag chair on a nightstand

    26. A coffee mug that'll teach them the art of knot tying and help them become the competent first mate they've always dreamed of being. It comes with a length of rope, so they can start practicing as soon as they open their gift.

    The mug with instructions on the body of the mug and rope around the handle

    27. A copy of Star Wars Mazes that'll keep their eyes off screens for a hot sec. It's sort of like the activity books they had as a child, but features much more complex designs (and has more Stormtroopers).

    A person holding a copy of the book

    28. A pair of sauce clips that they can clip to their air vents for an easy, breezy dipping experience. Now they won't accidentally spill BBQ sauce all over their lap when they're cruising with a drive-thru snack.

    A person dipping a fry into a packet of sauce

    29. A time-marked water bottle that's reusable (aka better for the environment than the one's they normally pick up at the convenience store) and will encourage them to drink more H2O. It comes with a removable filter, meaning they can infuse their water with fruits and veggies and not worry about gulping down any seeds.

    Five water bottles on a table outside

    30. A copy of the Folklore songbook that'll teach them how to play or sing all the right notes to T-Swift's iconic album. Reviewers say the songs aren't *super* difficult to pick up, but also aren't so easy that learning them is a bore.

    31. A portable espresso maker that'll have them brewing rich, delicious coffee, whenever, wherever. It's compatible with Nespresso capsules so they won't have to order completely different pods for their coffee gadgets.

    32. A Disney villains tarot deck that'll help them figure out what's in store for their future without the help of a magic mirror. The set includes a guidebook, so they won't have to be a seasoned pro to use it.

    33. A stackable tea set that's designed for solo sippers. The bottom is a giant mug and the top is a teapot with a removable stainless-steel infuser that'll help them brew loose-leaf teas without any mess.

    The stacked tea pot on a blank background

    34. A Dungeons & Dragons starter set for anyone who loves fantasy games. It comes with five pre-generated characters and an adventure book that'll help them kick off their quest.

    The box, rule book, and dice laid out on a blank background

    35. And finally, a copy of Pokémon Mad Libs that'll have them creating funny fill-in-the-blank stories featuring their favourite fictional creatures.

    Them after they open your gift:

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