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    30 Cool-Looking Gifts That'll Light Up Pretty Much Anyone's Eyes

    A slime kit with slime that they can draw on — pshhh, Santa doesn't stand a chance.

    1. A sunset lamp with 16 colors to choose from so that as their mood changes their lights can too. And, since it looks like midnight at 4 p.m. this'll provide some much-needed ambient lighting. A viiiiibe.

    reviewer's lamp producing bright white light with a green and red rim
    another reviewer's room with purple colorful lights reflecting

    Promising review: "I’m so happy I bought this! I originally purchased one just to see how I felt about it. Y'aaalllllll, the day it got delivered I bought two more. The color options are all so complementary to one another and there’s even a setting where it’ll gently cycle through all of the colors. You can place it literally anywhere and it turns that space into an entire vibe lol. It doesn’t come with a remote, so you’ll have to manually turn it on/off, but it’s not a huge inconvenience for me. The quality of the light def outweighs not having a remote anyway. Very happy to have several of these babies around my house." —Dallas

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $12.29+ (available in two styles).

    2. A retro Apple Watch stand that'll bring them all the nostalgic feels and make 'em feel like a kid on Christmas morning. They'll be almost as overjoyed as they were when they were eight and received their little handheld video game. 

    The Apple Watch stand designed to look like the old Game Boy
    Amazon

    Oh! And btw, there's also an awesome AirPod and AirPod Pro case to match!

    Promising review: "Got this as a gift for my fiancé and he was so stoked when he opened it. It’s such good quality for the price and it fits the watch super well!! It really looks like the real thing!" —natuuhhhliee

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors). 

    3. A pine forest Bundt pan because Aunt Cheryl should soooo go on Holiday Baking Championship and would LOVE this. It'll take their cakes from nice to baking show winner like that 🫰🏽. It's SOOO giving winter wonderland cakes. 

    Promising review: "I had this Bundt pan on my wish list for years and finally got it. I'm so thankful I did!!!! What an absolutely beautiful cake it makes with so little effort!!!! This is going to be our Christmas dessert tradition from now on!" —RachelKS

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $34.99.

    4. A pair of suuuuuper cool BPA-free, reusable glowing chopsticks for the Star Wars lover in your life. May the yummy food be with them.

    BuzzFeed editor using the glowing, blue chopsticks to eat sushi
    reviewer's glowing green chopsticks on top of sushi
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed, www.amazon.com

    Promising review: "I purchased two pairs of these as stocking stuffers for my kids. They were instantly a big hit. They truly look like little lightsabers. It’s been four months since the kids got them as gifts and they are still using them and are just as excited. We initially had a small issue with one of the chopsticks/lightsabers but customer service was so outstanding that they sent a replacement ASAP. Highly recommend." —Amazon Customer

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get them from Amazon for $10.97 (also available in multipacks and in eight colors).

    5. And a lightsaber wiper blade cover so everyone on the road knows that they're a Jedi master from a galaxy far far away. No better way to wipe off raindrops than with The Force.

    A gif of the glowing lightsaber wiper on car
    An image of the cover on a car windshield
    Amazon

    This bb is reflective, so it ✨ glows ✨ ! Reviewers suggest that you attach it with a hook-and-loop adhesive, so you can easily remove and re-attach the cover as needed.

    Promising review: "I bought this knowing it would just be a piece of plastic, but didn't care because I thought it would be fun to have on my car. I've received so many compliments so it definitely was a good buy." —ewitt3

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $18.95.

    6. A cloud mirror because a regular mirror is so not their vibe. This'll add a bit of decor to their space and serve as the cutest place to take pics.

    Promising review: "LOVE!!! It arrived safely and in one piece without cracks. It took seconds to put together and isn’t wobbly at all. I would recommend it! It's so so cute!" —Aubrey Sklar

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $9.50.

    7. microwave-safe glass teapot to make their morning tea fit their aesthetic even more. They'll get two jasmine-infused blooming tea flowers that'll make their brewing experience the prettiest one of all. It'll be like a beautiful little Alice In Wonderland vibe they'll never be able to get enough of.

    closeup of reviewer's blooming tea on stovetop
    gif of reviewer adding hot water to blooming tea flower

    Promising review: "I absolutely love my little teapot. I use it on the stovetop ever morning and it is perfect. I have had mine about three weeks now and it’s doing amazing. I love using the hot water first for my morning matcha, then I add the loose tea to the remainder of the hot water for my afternoon tea. It’s perfect for me and despite being worried about putting it on the burner at first, it turns out it’s nothing to be worried about at all. It works and looks super cute!" —Amazon Customer

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $29.95.

    8. An iridescent table that'll certainly bring the vibes to any home. If their aesthetic is maximalist unicorn mermaid core, snatch this up for 'em! And yes, yes I did make that aesthetic up.

    iridescent oval table with matching side table in colorful and plush decorated room
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This is such a beautiful table. I'm obsessed." —Maloy D.

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $126+ (available in two sizes). 

    9. propagation wall hanging for the person in your life who was blessed with a green thumb. This way, they can have lots of lovely plants (15 to be exact) without sacrificing allll the space in their home.

    reviewer's holder filled with propagating plants in over a dozen tiny vials
    reviewer's three tiered hanging prop vase wall decor filled with wild flowers

    Promising review: "I’m a recently plant-obsessed person and knew I wanted a space for propagating and flowers. I love picking up a little bunch of flowers and popping them in there for color, along with my props! It’s sturdy, functional, comes with an extra glass vial, and looks wonderful on my wall!" —Happy Customer

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in three colors). 

    10. Or an avocado pit planter so they can keep the guac coming with their very own avocado plant. If avo toast is their personal fave, they'll be thanking you for this baby forever.

    glass vase with small opening for avocado pit to balance on. reviewer's is in their window.
    reviewer's pit with roots showing through glass vase and plant sprouting

    Mallory Mower writes, "I own this! I have mine hanging in my kitchen windowsill. I've had it for ages and like the design for several things. I've successfully grown plants from avocado pits and I'm currently using it to regrow green onions. I buy green onions, chop up what I need for a recipe, throw the rest into this planter with water, and watch my green onions grow for future meals. It's great!" 

    Promising review: "I am absolutely obsessed with this vase. I had been searching a long time for bigger vases with a narrow neck to grow my avocado plant, and this was exactly what I needed! The bottom is nice and wide, and allows so much room for root growth. The glass is not real glass, it seems like it’s some type of high quality plastic. But it still looks very nice!" —Alysia 

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $17.59

    11. An LED alarm clock that may make them actually wake up after their *first* alarm, rather than the 12th. It has a mirror face and is like, the ~sleekest~, most aesthetically pleasing clock ever.

    This little bb has two USB outlets, so they can use it to charge their phone and AirPods while sleeping.

    Promising review: "This is what I have been looking for. I had seen this clock on TikTok many times and decided to bite the bullet. Set up was easy and to get it to my perfect setting took me about two to three days of readjusting. I started with the automatic dim and changed it to have the display bright from 7 a.m.–midnight. When I wake up in the middle of the night, it's dimmed so it doesn't hurt my eyes. Instructions were a little tough, but I managed. Definitely recommend this clock to everybody." —Joshy S

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in 12 colors).

    12. An outdoor pizza oven that'll have any serious za' lover jumping for joy. That irresistible wood-fire pie taste right from their backyard — oh, they'll be in ~heaven~.

    models around an outdoor grill on wheels with a pizza in it
    Walmart

    Promising review: "Love our new pizza oven. Easy to assemble, very sturdy, and easy to move around on wheels. Took a couple of tries to work out how to make the fire quickly and then it was great! Cooks perfect pizza, bread, chicken, meat, anything. Cooks pizza in one minute. Such a fun way to entertain. Easy to clean up and it looks stunning. Great buy and well worth the money. Really good, solid quality. Just what we were looking for in an oven. Excellent." —Jenn Butterfield

    Shipping Info: Orders typically arrive in four days but there are options for two-day shipping.

    Get it from Walmart for $189.99 (originally $289).

    13. A board game book because a round of Clue is always a good idea. And, they won't have to try and figure out where to put their board game because it'll fit right into their decor ever so seamlessly.

    the board game with a vintage design and a box that looks like a book
    Amazon

    Looking for a different fave game? WS Game Company has a great selection of these creative "books" such as Monopoly, Sorry, Mystery Date, and so much more!

    Promising review: "High quality board and pieces. The board is very easy to read. The game pieces are made of wood with a heavy metal base and are painted bright colors that are easy to distinguish from each other. I like the detail on the weapons, and I like that the rope is made of string. This edition of Clue is just as I remember it from my childhood, with the added feature of a linen cover in a box made to look like a book, suitable to put on a bookshelf and easily transportable." —nmlollipop

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (or grab MonopolySorry, or Mystery Date). 

    14. pearl crossbody bag that Gretchen Wieners would think was *sooo fetch*. This bag could totally make fetch happen while also being, like, the coolest purse in their collection. 

    model posing, holding pearl purse
    Nasty Gal

    Shipping Info: Orders typically arrive within 4–7 business days with express shipping options available (see Nasty Gal's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Nasty Gal for $22 (originally $62).

    15. A scratch-off poster so they can take their tastebuds on a world tour. It's got 100 dishes from different countries so they'll have plenty of fun surprise foods to try out in 2024. Their tastebuds will tingle with delight upon opening this so cool gift.

    full view of the poster with 100 scratch off food items
    model matches off ramen square
    Amazon

    This brand has a bunch of different scratch-off posters to choose from. Check out Mappiners main page to find the perfect poster for every person on your holiday gift list!

    Promising review: "I purchased this as a fun gift for my husband on our anniversary and we were able to scratch one off while we were still at dinner. The poster is thick and nice quality. The scratch film comes away easily and cleanly. It will be fun to make our way through this list." —Vicki Theurer Crider

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

    16. A colorful slime kit because your fave little one can not get enough of that ooey gooey stuff and the only thing better than receiving slime is making their very own. Plus, this stuff can be drawn on, I repeat, DRAWN ON with chalk art markers sooo outta their 347 jars of slime, this one will be the coolest.

    gif of someone drawing on black slime with bright chalk markers
    the kit with everything it includes from glue, to the slime, to markers, and more
    KiwiCo

    This kit includes ingredients to make two types of slime: glow in the dark and chalkboard.

    Promising review: "The chalkboard and glow slime were super fun to make and play with. Loved how easy it was to make!" —Jacqueline

    Shipping info: Regular shipping takes 3–10 business days to arrive with express shipping options available at an additional cost (see KiwiCos full shipping information here).

    Get it from KiwiCo for $27.95.

    17. A roll of smart LED strip lights so you can give the person in your life who despises leaving their house one more reason to never wanna leave. They can be applied to walls, ceilings, behind their TV, or on furniture to transform the room into a total ~vibe~. Using the app, they'll have lots of lighting effects to choose from and they can *also* sync 'em with their music. Ssssssso cool. 

    Reviewer's home office is backlit with blue light
    Reviewer's home gym is backlit with red light

    Promising review: "My fiancé and I love this product! We hung these lights up in his game room and they covered every bit of space that we needed them to. They were easy to put up and work wonderfully. My fiancé loves to explore the app and all of the different setting options with these lights. We simply can’t get enough. Every time we go in there, we could have a different light setting. These light up the entire room so we don’t even need to use the over head lighting. I would 100% recommend these to anyone looking for good quality LED light strips with 100s of light settings!" —Jordyn

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes).

    18. A food smoker that'll give their food (and even alcoholic bevs) that tasty smoky flavor + aroma — no fire needed. Andddd you can surely ask them to be their first taste tester so, score!

    reviewer image of jar filled with smoke and product behind it with writing that says manhattans smoking in the shaker
    closeup of drinks being poured and the words here they are

    This product includes applewood and hickory seasonings. 

    Promising review: "This works great, especially if you're trying to get that grilled flavor in an apartment. Now I have a hickory-smoked kitchen. Keeps everything well concentrated. I managed to give smoke flavor to four steaks in two batches without setting off any fire alarms, so it's a win in my book." —Jennifer Phillips

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $99.95.

    19. A pack of space-themed notecards for your one friend who literally knows all things celestial. They'll get 50 postcards with beautiful images of Galileo's sketchbooks, Chinese star maps, artist interpretations of the universe, and super rare images from NASAs archives. Talk about being ~over the moon~ about a gift!

    pile of cards with moon designs on them
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This set of 50 space-themed cards is stunning and exceptionally well-made! I purchased them to hang up in my collage wall and these are perfect for that. There is a variety of colors and designs, from colorful '60s Nasa diagrams to black and white 1800s moon etchings. The cards are a stiff, quality glossy card stock. The box is also very pretty and has a nice pressed fabric cover. I would definitely recommend these postcards." —Emily M.

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get a pack of 50 from Amazon for $11.86.

    20. A cute terrarium because greenhouse TikTok has taken over their TikTok FYP and you have 30 unopened messages from them on the app — all about cute little greenhouses. Look, for now, it'll be the closest they can get and they'll be stoked to have their own little plant house.

    glass box with gold frame shaped like a greenhouse with a hinged lid on the roof
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Perfect home for my Madagascar hissing cockroaches. My mom said it made them look less like pests and more like some rare species displayed in a rich person's office." —Akles Consulting

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $33.74+ (available in two colors). 

    21. A bag of dried edible flowers for the foodie in your life who always makes sure the camera eats first, especially if the meal is aesthetically pleasing. And there's no taste or flavor, so no worries about if their taste buds will enjoy. Be ready to see their dishes all over the gram.

    lemon cake with floral 'sprinkles' in center
    popsicle with flower petals in the bottom
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These edible flower garnishes elevated my cocktails!! They look so cool in a nice cocktail glass. There is a mix of larger petals and smaller flowers and the colors are very vibrant. I’m definitely buying again for any of my cocktails to kick them up a bit." —This.Is.Carlos.

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $12.95.

    22. A carbonated clay mask that bubbles up until they look like Raven did when she had that allergic reaction on That's So Raven. But not only is it just fun and a good laugh, it'll also help clear their pores and get rid of those super irritating blackheads.

    Promising review: "I decided to try this mask based on the high customer rating and affordable price just to see if it would live up to the hype. I just finished washing it off my face and I have to say I do see a difference, albeit not a dramatic one. I have enlarged pores in my T-zone and issues with blackheads around my chin and after one use, my pores appear smaller and tighter and most of the smallest blackheads and bumps are gone from around my chin. I am impressed but I think with regular use it might make an even bigger difference — maybe a couple of times a week. Oh yeah, it's also really fun to watch and feel the bubbles foaming up on your face!" —Elisabeth

    Check out our full review of Elizavecca Milky Piggy Carbonated Bubble Clay Mask.

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $9.88+ (available in two styles and sizes).

    23. A Mystic Maze puzzle with 50 hidden Easter eggs and 1,000-pieces that reveal a secret "magic trick" once completed. We love a challenge within a challenge.

    paper bag filled with puzzle pieces next to the box showing a scene of a maze with magical creatures in it
    close up of the puzzle showing a little witch doing a spell in castle next to a restaurant and someone riding a tiger

    Promising review: "This puzzle was absolutely delightful. The packaging was beautiful and the puzzle itself was super tricky and fun to assemble. I found myself getting lost in all the fun details that were part of the illustration. The surprise twist at the end was sooo fun. I can’t rate this puzzle highly enough!" —Elizabeth Zurbach

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $22.97.

    24. And a transparent, iridescent acrylic puzzle because they LOVE puzzles and are waiting on a real challenge. Welp, here's the challenge they crave! They'll have to piece this little beauty together by shape, and shape only, that'll become a stunning circle in the end.

    Promising review: "I bought this puzzle for my sister and she loved it! It was easy, but super cute (pictured above)." —Amazon Customer

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

    25. A stainless-steel rainfall showerhead that'll have them living their best music video life. You thought they took long showers before, try prying 'em outta this baby! 

    View of the spout from the bottom. This one is attached from the ceiling.
    Very thin spout with a flat water head, making a large sheet of water fall down

    Promising review: "This is a beautiful showerhead, very thin, but feels quite sturdy and heavy. Installation took no more than five minutes. The showerhead has a very smooth, highly polished, mirror-like chrome finish. It gives a satisfying showering experience without wasting too much water. Absolutely no leaks whatsoever. Everybody in our family said they liked it. What else is there to say about a showerhead?" —Sadda Reddy

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24.49+ (available in five sizes and four finishes).

    26. A DIY miniature bookstore model because everything is better tiny. If they've been looking for a way to pass time, this cute little library that they'll be able to create is the perfect solution. 

    the model bookstore with lights
    fingers hold a tiny book with leave drawing inside

    Promising review: "This model has been such an enjoyable build. As of now, I am not completely finished. Having put around 20 hours into it, I'd say I have another eight hours more to go. The pieces are all vibrantly pre-painted, with the exception of one large base piece. The glue and tweezers it comes with are perfect for the job. The cloth I had gotten for the couch was not large enough, but I improvised by using another color cloth (that also came with the kit) for the seat. The attention to detail in this little study is just first class. I even recognized books that I have read/purchased in the past within this model! I am not experienced at all with building wooden kits and I was still able to do this one perfectly with minimal struggle. I will certainly be buying more Robotime models in the near future, the greenhouse one is next :)!" —B.R.J.G.

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

    27. A National Geographic geode kit with 10 geodes they can break open to reveal the gorg crystals inside. This is by far one of the coolest kits ever — and best of all, they'll be able to keep their geodes once they break them open and marvel at their beauty all the time. 

    a tray filled with sparkly geodes
    Gif of someone smashing open the geode with a hammer

    This comes with geodes, goggles, and a display stand.

    Promising review: "If you are considering this for your kiddo, please buy! My 8-year-old and I had an absoloute blast! She loves every geode. There was one we got that was more solid and she couldn't get it open, so I got to smack it with the hammer and honestly it was not only stress-relieving, but it was also fun and beautiful! Would be great as a positive outlet for stress or just for kids who love sparkly things. I'd give this more than 5 stars if I could!" —Mandii Vi

    Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four kit sizes).

    28. A bottle of ferrofluid  — a liquid that becomes *highly magnetized* when a magnetic field comes around. They'll be able to create spiky designs that'll change when they move the magnets which can help keep an anxious mind busy. 

    model uses magnets to make black liquid in glass bottle spiky
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Nothing to dislike. This is an awesome example of science and relaxation combined." —Cynthia Weddle

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

    29. A decorative wood chain to add a bit of razzle dazzle to side tables and decorative trays the way they add some razzle dazzle to your life. Who can resist a little home decor?

    wood chain over photo
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This looks much larger in real life, but in a good way. You will not regret this purchase. It's beautiful decor at a great value." —NF

    Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime members, and non-Prime shipping options will arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in four colors).

    30. And finally, a hideaway treehouse — a DIY wooden model kit with LED lights, a moisture-resistant acrylic stake, and super simple instructions. If they always complain about how they never had a treehouse, gift them this adorbz litto one to decorate their plants with.

    light up hanging tree house hanging from a monstera
    several tier treehouse home made of balsa wood inside potted plant
    Tiny Treehouses

    Tiny Treehouses is an Australia-based small biz that specializes in these cute little plant puzzle kits.

    Mallory Mower writes, "I have these in my home! My husband is a classic plant dad, and last year, he covered our pots in twinkle lights. This year, he wanted to go even bigger. These look darling around our home, as if there is a fairy village in each plant. They are lightweight and make our home incredibly cozy — without candles being lit. I never knew I needed these, and now I can't get enough Tiny Treehouses! Seriously. It's a problem." 

    Shipping info: All standard shipping domestic orders should ship within 4–8 days. Express shipping also available. 

    Get the one on the left or the one on the right from Tiny Treehouses for $39 (available in several styles). 

    Their eyes lighting up when they open up their super impressive slime kit: