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1. A reversible plush toy, so that your loved ones can communicate how they feel without having to say a single word.
2. A faux fur throw blanket that'll elevate their living space while proving itself as one of the coziest things to nuzzle up under during the winter.
3. A 2-quart air fryer so that the self-proclaimed chef de cuisine you know can whip up anything from sweet potato fries to even some delicious baked goods.
4. A smart-light alarm clock to help the midnight scroller in your life get their phone out of the bedroom! This alarm clock simulates sunset and sunrise, which lulls a person to sleep and gently wakes them up with ease.
5. An under-the-desk foot rest for your WFH mate who loves anything ergonomic to up the ante on their at-home desk. This will give them a place to rest their feet, while feeling like a soft, plush pillow under their toesies.
6. A beginner's calligraphy book so that the expert bullet journal-keeper you know and love can amp up their designs with calligraphy.
7. A tea bag sampler set for the tea lover in your life who's always on the hunt for their next favorite tisane. This set includes invigorating green and black teas, while also offering herbal and fruit options, like chamomile, ginger, and even sweet orange. Yum.
8. An eco-friendly bidet, because although a bidet might sound like a strange gift, it'll surely be welcome with open arms from your giftee. This bidet allows you to make sure that your tush is extra clean while minimizing the amount of single-use toilet paper you use throughout the day.
9. An at-home whiskey infusion kit for your friend who's looking to get into some whiskey business. This set allows them to add in their favorite woods, herbs, or spices for a bespoke whiskey blend that is completely their own mix of smokiness, spiciness, and herbaceousness.
10. A two-stage knife sharpener, because did you know that using a blunt knife is one of the main causes of crying while chopping onions? Help your foodie friends never shed a tear again with the gift of sharp knives. This sharpener has a coarse and fine setting, perfect for everything from small pairing knives to professional-grade chef's knives.
11. A cold brew maker so that you can finally save the coffee-lover in your life from having to trek to the coffee shop every. darn. day.
12. A facial steamer, because a great way to soften and add moisture to the skin is by gracing it with a subtle mist stream. This is perfect for the skincare aficionado you have on speed dial whenever you need advice on your routine.
13. A 6-in-1 indoor grill for the barbecue -lover in your life who is saddened by the idea of closing their outdoor grill for the season. They'll be able to enjoy making grilled veggies and ribeyes, and you'll be able to enjoy eating them. Consider this a win-win.
14. A tri-fold vanity mirror, because lighting is everything when doing makeup in a way that'll look cohesive all throughout. Gift this to your beauty-obsessed friend who's always on the lookout for the next best palette to add to their collection.
15. An electric drum set for the up-and-coming rock star in your life who LOVES banging on their drums. And, yes, you fully enjoy supporting their dreams! But you likely don't love having to endure the sound of hours upon hours of *ahem* studio time. This drum set connects to headphones so that they (and only they) can full hear every cymbal they hit.
16. An Amazon Echo Dot that is so much more than just a cute speaker to live on your counter. This Echo Dot can make to-do lists for them, shuffle through their favorite playlists, play some tunes for them, set timers, and even read audiobooks to them. All they have to do? Well, that's easy: just say, "Hey, Alexa."
17. A set of fizzing bath bombs to give the gift of self-care that'll help to soothe your loved ones (and look cute on their bathroom counter).
18. A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set so that the students and WFH professionals you know can have the perfect office setup for typing away all day long. Plus, this keyboard mimics a typewriter, which is great for those who enjoy listening to typing ASMR sounds while they work.
19. A pencil holder that also doubles as a phone stand! This is for the person in your life who loves to watch videos of cute animals during their breaks.
20. And a shape-shifting box to entertain your loved ones while they're bored at home with little to do. This box folds into a variety of different shapes and patterns — enough to become lost in for hours.
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