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1. A hybrid travel planner and journal so they can organize all their future trip plans. This thing has everything they'll need to feel extra prepared — from bucket lists to packing lists, to-do lists, accommodation plans, transportation plans, budgeting — every little detail right in one place!
The Lamare is a Florida-based small biz established in 2017 that specializes in planners and journals.
Promising review: "It’s exactly what I wanted. It has specific areas for budgeting, things to do, hotel check in and check out, even a few pages per vacation area to write notes. I was super excited to get it and start writing everything down for my future vacations. I really like this travel planner." —Poptart
Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in three colors).
2. A funny soy candle that perfectly expresses how you feel about your favorite coworker leaving. Bittersweet moments call for a good laugh and good smells.
Autumn and Jade is a small biz on Etsy that specializes in unique, personalized gifts.
Promising review: "Candle smelled absolutely lovely and my friend couldn't stop laughing at the saying! Perfect retirement gift!" —Katelynn L.
Get it from Autumn and Jade on Etsy for $20+ (available in five scents, seven colors, and with or without personalization).
3. A heated foot massager because they'll definitely want a foot massage daily after retiring. Every day can be spa day for them. This + a glass of wine?! Heavennnn.
Promising review: "I am a professional massage therapist and bought this product for my wife as a gift, and she absolutely loves it. Next to a personal touch, this massager is the next best thing. It comes with a timer for 15 minutes. At the end of the treatment, not only are your feet relaxed, but the body is too. It hits all the meridian trigger points in the feet to work the whole body systematically. I highly recommend this product, especially for the price. It is well put together and a must-have for our house." —winddancer76
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in two styles).
4. A subscription service that'll send them a monthly shipment of international coffee so they can tell everyone they've had coffee from Costa Rica, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and so many more countries. They'll go on a coffee world tour while never leaving their house, and, I mean, who doesn't love drinking coffee and never leaving the house?
See BuzzFeed's review of this coffee subscription service.
They'll get either one bag, two bags, or half a bag for 3, 6, or 12 months. There's also a gift set option and options for ground, whole bean, Keurig pods, or Nespresso pods. Each shipment comes with a picturesque postcard from the country that made the coffee.
Get it from Atlas Coffee Club for $60+.
5. A scratch-off travel bucket list because with all that time on their hands they'll have lots of opportunities to explore, and this'll give them the urge to go all over the world. Choose from US adventures, national parks, or world adventures since their love language is seeing new sights.
Kristin Douglas Art is a woman-owned small biz on Etsy that's located in Utah. They specialize in super cool handmade scratch-off bucket lists, personalized maps, and journals, all tracking travel.
Promising reviews: "I love this so much!! Can’t wait to give it to my husband for his birthday. It is such a great gift and I’m sure it will produce so many fun memories!" —Lexi W.
"Wanted to gift my husband something that wouldn’t collect dust for his birthday and this was the perfect gift! Acts as a sentimental item, wall art, bucket list and conversation piece!" —Emilie N.
Get it from Kristin Douglas Art on Etsy for $34.20+ (available in three location bucket lists, two color options, and with or without a frame).
6. Or 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. Their tongue will tingle with delight upon opening this so cool gift.
This brand has a bunch of different scratch-off posters to choose from. Check out Mappiners' main page to find the perfect poster for them.
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
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
7. A set of hotel-quality luxury cooling bamboo bedsheets with deep pockets and more than 23,000 5-star ratings. It comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and 1–2 pillowcases (depending on bed size) that are all machine washable. They may *actually* never wanna get out of bed which is totally fine because retirement life = do whatever you want.
Promising review: "These sheets are so soft. They have a comforting 'cloaked' feel — almost heavy, but without the weight. They're just amazing. They're so great, I bought them for EVERYONE for Christmas. When my friends and family got their gifts, all of them were surprised at HOW COMFORTABLE they were. Many of them immediately bought sheets for their friends and family as well and/or bought more for themselves. Yes, they're THAT nice!" —Aaron Reymann
Get them from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes twin–California king and 17 colors).
8. A gorg Lego flower bouquet like the one Greg gifted Amber on Abbott Elementary, so they can have a beautiful new project to work on and show off. There are 15 flowers with posable leaves and petals as well as adjustable stems and they'll be just as stunning as real flowers. Plus, I mean, suuuuper interesting to look at.
Check out these beauties in a TikTok from @shaelorend.
Promising review: "I wasn’t expecting this to take as long as it did; I see why people do this with someone else. But it was even more fun to do this by myself and watch my shows. The instructions are in picture form and detail which pack is which. Some of the pieces can be similar and you have a couple of pieces left behind but I think they’re a weird form of 'extras.' But if you’re not super messy or plan on moving these around too much, you won’t have to worry about the pieces but keep them safe. I love how these will never die and look forward to another set of forever flowers to build! :)." —Bri J.
Get it from Amazon for $47.99.
9. A Keurig with a built-in milk frother so they can enjoy the best cup of coffee they've ever made while on their never-ending vacation. Perfect, delicious cappuccinos and lattes right at home and without breaking the bank.
And that's not all, friends! This bb has "BrewID" technology, which basically means after adding in their specific K-Cup pod, it'll recognize it and recommend the best of the best, custom signature brew settings created by coffee experts. Connecting to the app will allow them to brew their coffee from anywhere, schedule a brew, customize their brewing settings, and create and save the recipes they reaaaally like. It'll also give them easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions to create their favorite coffeehouse drinks. Starbucks who?
Promising reviews: "I ordered this Keurig K-Cafe fresh off a trip to Italy. I love the coffee over there and always want to replicate it when I get home. I thought I would give it a try. I opened the Keurig, followed the steps for set up and made my first cappuccino in minutes. I was blown away with the flavor and ease. The frother worked perfectly as well. I would recommend this little gem to anyone who wants to make their own coffeehouse drinks. Bevi!" —Pier4
"You don’t know what you’re missing until you have it. I’m now spoiled. This Keurig makes coffee-shop-quality beverages. My favorite is making two espresso shots and then 10 oz. strong coffee with frothy milk of course (all while only using one K-pod)! I’m very happy with this machine. Easy cleanup with swirling soapy water and the cappuccino power-jet clean!" —LAdams
Get it from Amazon for $175.41+ (available in two colors).
10. Or a portable espresso maker because they'll need to bring coffee with them on all their morning walks and 7 a.m. flights. This bad boy lets them use Nespresso pods so they can have their morning coffee wherever and whenever they please.
Promising review: "The best thing for traveling ever!! I have to have espresso every morning and most small hotels and gas stations don't have espresso coffee so this is perfect! Easy to use. The cleaning takes 30 seconds; just rinse with water and let it dry." —Joanna Verdeja
Get it from Amazon for $54.90.
11. A Star Wars crochet kit to give them something to do with all that time on their hands. The kit comes with everything they'll need to make Yoda and R2-D2. It also comes with an instruction book that'll show them how to make other classic characters.
Promising review: "This is a great kit. It has exactly what's needed for the two figures. I agree this is probably not for beginners, some stitches are challenging. I thought the yarn was great. I was very pleased with the final products!" —John G Hardewig
Get it from from Amazon for $21.74.
12. A *perfect* T-shirt that says "It's 5 o'clock everywhere, I'm retired." Period. In the mood for a margarita at noon? They can go wild — every hour is happy hour now in their world.
Shirtsly Apparel is a Plano, Texas-based, family-owned small biz on Etsy that specializes in T-shirts and apparel.
Promising review: "Nice quality shirt. I gave this to a coworker as a retirement gift and she loved it." —nonemakerm
Get it from Shirtsly Apparel on Etsy for $6.56+ (available in unisex T-shirt sizes S–3XL and sweatshirt sizes S–2XL).
13. A soft-serve machine so they can have ice cream whenever they want right from home. They deserve it after all the work they did all those years. They can make professional-quality, homemade soft serve, yogurt, sorbet, sherbet, or ice cream and save the daily trip to Baskin-Robbins for those creamy treat cravings — they now basically live with Ben & Jerry.
Ice cream makes everything better, but you know what makes ice cream better? Toppings, of course! And this baby has a heating plate and a keep warm cup to store their toppings. Or toppings can be mixed in! Plus it has a cone holder that'll hold flat or pointed cones.
Promising review: "This is one awesome machine; we use it at least once a week and try new flavors and experiment all the time. Very easy to use, cleaning is a breeze, and the taste and quality rival the big chains out there in soft serve land. This tastes much better because you can use all real ingredients — heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and the list is endless of what your flavors can be. Sometimes, we make so much we seal and freeze it for a later date (just take it out of the freezer and let it sit for a few minutes, and it's ready). One of the best items I have ever purchased! In fact, I am down to only three containers of ice cream in the freezer...gotta run and restock!!! You will enjoy this great machine, and the kids will love to help you make it and serve themselves. I give this 6 stars out of 5!!!" —UMCanes1972
Get it from Amazon for $150.99+ (available in two styles).
14. A funny little tumbler because you're not over the fact that your work bestie is escaping without you. It'll get lots of laughs every time they reach for it not only because the message cracks them up, but also because it'll remind them of you and your humor.
15. A high-quality Our Place Always pan that def works harder than Kris Jenner. This baby does the work of 10 different pieces of traditional cookware. It braises, steams, fries, boils, roasts, strains, sautés, serves, sears, and bakes, giving them ENDLESS recipe possibilities. It's also oven safe up to 450-degrees F — talk about an overachiever. This is sure to become their fave pan.
Our Place is a POC-owned business based in Los Angeles. All of their boxes are packaged with biodegradable and recyclable materials, and the Always Pan is made in a woman-led factory in China.
Check out an Always Pan review from one of my BuzzFeed Shopping colleagues to learn more about this pan!
Check out a TikTok of the Always Pan in action.
Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping writer Taylor Steele has to say about the Always Pan: "As someone who neither enjoys cooking nor is particularly good at it, the Always Pan has made being in the kitchen feel like less of a chore. Having one pan that can do everything means I don't have to second-guess every cooking decision I make. I can boil and prepare pasta in it. And I can roast Brussels sprouts. And I can make the perfect fried egg. And I can steam dumplings. The best part is that everything slides so seamlessly out of the pan and onto the plate, which also makes clean up super fast and easy. Both the amateur (read: reluctant) cook and the more seasoned chef will enjoy creating fan favorites and new recipes in the Always Pan!"
Get it from Our Place for $150 (available in 12 colors and three sizes).
16. A 12-piece set of golf clubs so they can enjoy their days to the fullest with some new equipment for their fave hobby. They're gonna be STOKED.
The 12-piece set includes a driver, 3 wood, 5 hybrid, a 6-9 Iron, a PW, a putter, a stand bag, and two head covers.
Promising review: "The first set I bought was around 1995 and they were a real cheap set, just to play once a year at local realtor get togethers for charity. I'd never been a golfer. Flash forward to 2022. I'm semi-retired and now wanting to take up the game with friends. Asked and looked around for a good starter set that I could add to as I get better. This set is fantastic! I no longer feel embarrassed. These clubs look and perform as well as anyone I am playing with. Some payed well over a $1,000 for theirs. Great clubs. Great value. Highly recommend them." —Scott
Get the 12-piece set from Amazon for $313.23+ (also available in a set of nine, 14, or16, and in left- or right-handed options).
17. And a set of three golfballs since they've sworn that'll be all they're doing with their days once retirement is in ~full swing~.
Diamond Gift Shop is an Arizona-based small biz on Etsy that specializes in personalized gifts for every ocassion.
Promising review: "Perfect gift for my dad's retirement. He loved them." —Allison P.
Get it from Diamond Gift Shop on Etsy for $14.06+ (available in two styles).
18. An online cooking class to give them a super fun activity to do with their down time. Sooo many impressive recipes — just pick their fave dish and a chef will accompany them (virtually) through the entire experience. Paella and blackberry peach sangria? Ummm, yes please.
They aren't a paella fan? No worries! There are TONS of options to choose from. Some options include a kit with all ingredients provided and other options require some grocery shopping (or can be delivered by their preferred grocery store). They'll connect through Zoom on their phone, tablet, or computer. Recipe links are sent with the booking confirmation.
Promising review: "Chef Logan was great to work with and very patient with all the questions. We accidentally ran out of one ingredient, and he helped us easily find a substitution on the fly. The food was INCREDIBLE, and my partner and I couldn't stop saying how impressed we were with ourselves! All thanks to the direction and guidance from Chef Logan. Thank you for teaching us how to make our favorite date night meal, FROM HOME!" —Brittany
Get it from Cozymeal for $39 per person.
19. A bookmark because they have a long list of books they're ready to conquer as soon as they retire. Now whenever they crack open a novel they'll forever be reminded of you. Plus, I'm pretty sure that this next chapter of life will be their favorite one yet.
20. A Friends cookbook so they can spend their time watching their favorite show while eating food from said show. If they've ever wanted to try Ross's "moist maker" sandwich, they'll love this.
Promising review: "These recipes go right along with the show and are very easy for anyone at any cooking skill level to make! The book is bright with photos of every dish in full color, and it’s sorted into numbered tasks that are simple to follow and easy to understand! It also includes serving sizes, prep time, and cooking time so you know if you have enough time to make the next dish in between episodes. The author clearly loves the show and you can tell with every recipe and the introduction that this is for fans and super fans. Everything is named in reference to the show with a short sentence about its origin, like 'Engagement Ring Lasagna' (no ring included, haha). There are dishes for appetizers, brunch, dinner, and even desserts and drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) to choose from! Including a classic strawberry milkshake. You know what you’re getting into with every dish, everything looks (and so far tastes) delicious, and I don’t think any recipe take more than an hour, if that, to make. Perfect for any fan of Friends just as appreciative of the food as the author is!" —J
Get it from Amazon for $15.75.
21. Or a charcuterie board book to give them a new hobby. They'll be OBSESSED with creating fancy boards and you'll hopefully get an invite over to see and eat their creations. This'll help them create the most stunning boards anyone ever did see.
Promising reviews: "This charcuterie board book was a total hit with my mom who is newly into cheese boards. She loves how many different ideas are in there and how easy it is to learn from it. If you want new ideas or are newly into charcuterie boards, this is the best to start with!" —Sarah Amelung
Get it from Amazon for $13.57.
22. And a seriously so good personalized swivel cheese and tapas board because they thrive when hosting. This super impressive bamboo serving piece comes with four dishwasher-safe ceramic bowls that fit into special sockets, plus a *secret* drawer that holds three (included) cheese knives. And there's even a little spot for them to put their crackers. When Hannah Montana said "nobody's perfect," she hadn't met this bb yet.
Promising review: "Besides the usefulness and functionality of the product, it's 'wow' factor when people see it and how it operates, is great. Best of all, it stores as half its size and everything you use with it is stored within the unit, which is key. My wife flipped when she opened it and saw how it works. I highly recommend it." —Dan L.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $98+ (also available personalized).
23. An engraved, personalized wooden frame that'll be perfect with a cute photo of your coworker and you in it. And you can customize it so it's reaaaally special.
Before The Rings is a Blackwood, NJ-based, mom-owned small biz on Etsy that specializes in custom gifts.
Promising review: "The retirement frame will make a nice gift. It's printed very neatly and the frame is well constructed. It matches the description and met all of my expectations." —shielatanton
Get it from Before The Rings on Etsy for $22.40+ (available in two sizes and frame orientations).
24. A splurge-worthy tabletop portable outdoor pizza oven so they can turn their home into their new favorite pizza place. For the obsessed 'za lover, this thing will make them wanna have a delicious pie for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. That yummy, unbeatable wood-fire flavor will have them feeling like they're having a little lunch in Naples, Italy. Authentic, stone-cooked pizza in only 60 seconds? Yaaaaasss!
Promising reviews: "Best pizza I ever had came from this oven. Bought the wood-fired one for my wife for Christmas and have been rockin' pizzas ever since. If you like pizza, spend the money and buy this one. You will never pay for pizza again." —Saky
"Works perfectly and seriously a lot of fun. First pizza didn’t work out too well but after that one, we totally got the hang of it. Made some amazing pizza and the whole family was able to enjoy time together making the pizza they wanted. The oven gets hot quickly and it’s very easy to keep the fire going. Amazing!!" —greg hunt
Get it from Amazon for $295+ (available in two styles).
25. A stunning cast-iron teapot to make their cutie little afternoon teas ~that~ much cuter. It's got a removable infuser for loose tea and it's suuuper sturdy with a stable lid that won't fall off when pouring.
Promising review: "My daughter and I are both BIG tea lovers; we sit down and drink a cup of tea every night and talk about our day. We absolutely adore this cast-iron tea kettle. The infusion basket inside makes it so easy to make our tea without the hassle of individual infusers for our loose leaf teas. The kettle heats up so quickly and the handle stays cool enough to maneuver the kettle without having to use a hot pad! Definitely a great gift idea for the tea lover in your life and it adds a beautiful aesthetic to my kitchen!" —Shauna Branstiter
Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to save 10%; available in six colors and three sizes).
26. Away's popular The Carry On with a TSA-approved lock, a laundry compartment, and a compression system to help them cram in 5–7 outfits and avoid having to carry an actual suitcase and going through bag check. Oh! And for an extra $50 you can personalize it for them with up to three letters! The GOAT carry-on bag if I've ever seen one.
Promising review: "I was in Rome and Florence, Italy for nine days, and the Away Carry-On was just perfect. From being able to charge up my iPhone at the airport or on the train traveling from Rome to Florence, it worked perfectly. Stylish and very versatile. It also kept my belongings packed beautifully, plus the perk of a laundry bag for my dirty clothes. Getting through security was a breeze, plus the added compliments of how beautiful it was. You have a customer for life. I was very happy and impressed." —Keith H.
Get it from Away for $275+ (available in seven colors).
27. A wine dispenser so they can have a lovely glass of bubbly at the touch of a button. It has a built-in battery, can be charged, and it's also self-cleaning! It's got a universal fit that can attach to any wine bottle so whether they like Prosecco or Pinot, this will work on whatever they're feeling. What a gift.
This little wine faucet softens tannins and will enrich their wine for luxurious taste. Reviewers are raving about how this device somehow makes their wine taste even better!
Promising reviews: "Bought this for my parents, who are all about their wine and gadgets! They loved this thing, and have already shown it off when they had guests over. Cleaning isn't as bad as I thought it may be. Just run some water through it after you're done with the wine. It even keeps the wine fresh while it's on, so added benefit there. Plus there's a nice USB charger so you don't have to fuss with batteries." —Troy W.
"Wow. This was a gift and my husband loves it. Three guests at the party ordered it on the spot. We did a comparison using the aerator and without and it was quite clear the wine using the aerator tasted far better. The wine really opened up. Highly recommend this." —kathyo
Get it from Amazon for $31.04+ (available in seven colors/styles).
28. And an electric bottle opener that's rechargeable for easy peasy bottle popping — or, well, opening. A single charge should open up to 30 bottles and easily removes corks in seconds. All they'll need to do is press a button and their wine is open with ease.
They'll also get a foil cutter!
I got this for Christmas in 2018 and I swear, I charged it for the first time since receiving it, like, two weeks ago. It's super easy to use, fast, and it charged extremely quickly, to my surprise. I love it so much, it's hands down my favorite little gadget in my home.
Promising review: "I have had one for several years and it works beautifully. No broken cork residue in the wine and removing the cork from the bottle is effortless. I liked it so much that I just purchased another one for my granddaughter as a Christmas gift. She was delighted to receive it, especially when we opened a bottle of wine for Christmas dinner and she saw how it works. Really makes a perfect gift! Happy user, happy granddaughter. Sine then I have not changed my mind. Just opened up a bottle and it works beautifully. Ordered several more as Christmas gifts. Can't go wrong with this item. Besides it's beautiful!" —Dorothy C. Connors
Get it from Amazon for $27.99.
29. A Dash mini waffle maker because it's cute, litto, and will heat up in moments. They can even make a batch and freeze 'em for later rather than buying the ones in the store. And if they're ever just not feeling breakfast, they can make all kinds of other yummy foods like hash browns, paninis, biscuits, or even pizza!
This nonstick little bb comes with a recipe book to help you get started.
Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and had to get it! I love waffles but I don't always remember to buy them so I love being able to make them super easily with this mini waffle maker. It's so easy and convenient for me because I didn't want anything that would take up too much time and space. It's perfect. I also used the waffle recipe provided by Dash and it's great!" —Ken
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 17 colors/patterns).
30. A doggone adorable tea infuser to keep them company while they sip their morning tea. They'll just fill this pup up with their fave loose leaf tea, hang it on their mug, and enjoy!
Promising reviews: "This item is exactly as described. To be honest, I thought this would be more of a novelty as opposed to a functional gift. It hits the mark on both. The pup is made of a silicone material making it easier to wash and load. The holes are the perfect size to seep the tea without getting floaties. I also like that the dog is made to hold onto the mug perfectly. The back paws are even designed to give it more sturdiness. Only thing is if you drink your tea while your pup is in your cup, he may bump your nose a bit. Regardless, a great buy. I would definitely recommend this product. I actually may buy another in a different design for my father." —pandora
"I purchased this as a gift for a coworker and fell in love with it so much that I kept it for myself!!! The absolute cutest!!!!" —Betty West
Get it from Amazon for $11 (also available in 11 other animals).
31. An at-home sip and paint kit because they're gonna wanna do some fun activities while home. They'll just follow along with the included instructional video, and before they know it, they'll have painted a masterpiece. They may even begin to refer to themselves as Picasso.
The kit includes an 8x10 canvas, a set of three Muse brand brushes, a set of Muse brand acrylic paints, a plastic mixing palette, and an instructional video. Grab the bubbly, pour up, and paint! The instructional video will walk them through step-by-step how to create a pretty impressive painting.
Get it from Muse Paintbar for $50 (available as a double kit).
32. A gift box of cookies and red wine so they can indulge and fully enjoy being free. What could be better than no work, cookies, and wine? Literally nothing.
They'll get two frosted vanilla cookies, two frosted devil’s food cookies, two oatmeal raisin cookies, two sugar cookies, two chocolate chip cookies, two chocolate obsession cookies, and a bottle of Harry & David Ross Lane red wine.
Promising review: "The recipient was absolutely delighted with the gift!!! Everything was fresh and the wine was amazing!!" —Barbara W.
Get it from Harry & David for $34.99 (originally $49.99).
33. A whiskey gift box because all they've talked about for months is how they can't wait to sit back with an Old Fashioned cocktail in their hand to celebrate their retirement. Plus, the fact that the included glass, box, and coaster say "the legend has retired" is so fitting for them, don't you think?
They'll get an 11-ounce whiskey glass, a slate coaster, and four natural granite stones in a gorgeous wooden crate.
Promising review: "Love it! This gift set is classic and well made, a terrific retirement gift! The wooden gift box is really nice with a great clasp. The glass is heavy and well made and the etching is perfect. It comes with four whiskey stones and a stone coaster, very nice. Everyone at the retirement party was impressed! Can’t believe this set was so inexpensive! I’d get it again in a heartbeat." —Maggie
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
34. A personalized cutting board — a lovely, practical gift for your favorite retiree. It'll totally get lots of use and the personalization makes this baby so cute. Don't be surprised if it's on display the next time you go to visit them.
Straga Cutting Boards is a Toronto, Canada-based biz on Etsy that specializes in beautiful, handmade, personalized cutting boards.
Don't forget to add in your personalization!
Promising review: "I received this cutting board for my retirement and I loved the look and the quality so I was excited to purchase one to give as a gift! The quality is awesome and it just looks so nice on my counter!" —Darlene P.
Get it from Straga Cutting Boards on Etsy for $44.99+ (available in six types of wood and three sizes).
35. A nonstick brownie pan designed so that every! piece! is a deliciously crispy-chewy corner piece with a gooey center. Why are they so delicious?! It's perfect for anybody who wants to spend more time baking with their newfound free time.
And tbh, this goes for any dish where the crispy bits are the BEST, including lasagna and mac 'n' cheese! It's oven save up to 500° and broiler-safe too!
Promising review: "I have been baking the same brownie recipe for over 30 years and have always had the singular problem of not enough corner pieces for everyone to get a corner. I was given this pan as a birthday gift and immediately used my standard brownie recipe in the pan and was amazed at how the recipe improved within the pan — not just because everyone could now get an edge piece either: the consistency is one that cannot be baked in a standard 9x13 — just heaven! Really quality bakeware, a joy to have!" —Alicia Drummond
Promising review: "I received this as a gift from a friend and thought, 'what a useless waste of precious kitchen space' (I live in a tiny Manhattan apartment). But I’m not rude, so I graciously accepted it and figured I’d try it once before it went out the door. I love it. LOVE. Every brownie is perfect. I especially like that I can top each channel with something different, so my whole family is happy, and neither of my kids finds an offensive item on their brownie. I’ve also used this for bar cookies and baked ziti — every piece has a delicious crust! This has earned a permanent home in my one, minuscule pots/pans/gadgets/foil and baggies cabinet." —Cheap & Chic
Get it from Amazon for $54.99 (also available in ceramic for $64.99).
The Baker's Edge is a small biz started in 2006, btw.
36. A puzzle vase, because it's time for the jigsaw genius in your life to take things 3D. This kit comes with 160 curved plastic pieces and a detachable water cup and stand so they can display the completed work on its own or use it to hold actual flowers! The pieces come grouped in four separate sections, but for an added challenge, they can open all four at once and mix together, too.
Several reviewers use it to hold completed Lego flower kits, so you could also gift them together!
Promising review: "The quality exceeded my expectations. There is an insert inside so you can use it with actual flowers, which I was impressed by. AND a display stand that I didn't expect. I had so much fun building it, and love seeing it every day. Perfectly sized little vase." —Julia A Gilbert
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in seven designs).
37. A CZ tennis bracelet that looks similar to the pricey Swarovski (or even...the real deal) that'll make them gasp when they open it up. Reviewers agree it sparkles beautifully, has a super secure clasp, aaaand holds up well to repeated wear!
Promising review: "Soooo pretty. It’s 100% a Swarovski [alternative] for so cheap. Looks exactly like the photo, and I wear it every day." —Trysten Walters
Promising review: "I just lost my very real gold tennis bracelet. I’ve heard good things about this company and decided to order one that looked like the one I lost. It just came in, and it looks as nice as my real one. I don’t know how it will do as time goes, but for $19, it’s a great buy." —Alina
Get it from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in three lengths,14K gold-plated or 18K gold vermeil, and in yellow, rose, or white gold).
38. A custom paint-by-numbers kit, because who wouldn't want to paint a masterpiece of their pet?! That's right, you just order the kit, upload a photo of your giftee's dog or cat, and you can print the paint-by-numbers canvas right from home! It comes with a printable canvas (you can put it through any inkjet printer), two brushes, and 48 numbered paints.
Here's how it works: When the kit arrives, just scan the QR code, select your photo, and upload it to the site — you can preview the design and swap photos, too, if you don't like the way it looks! Then just print on the included printable canvas, and it's ready to gift!
Promising review: "This was so much fun! I tried three different photos in the tool they give you and chose this one. It shows you a preview of each painting, which is really helpful when deciding which image to go with. Not every picture came out as good, so definitely try a few! Easy to use and fun to paint — excited to frame it! Actually have some paint left over and will try to do another one!" —Jonathan Kebert
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
39. A zigzag martini glass set to really dress up their cocktail hour. These babies are très chic, but also surprisingly sturdy (reviewers even run 'em through the dishwasher!), so they'll be toasting you with every single use.
Promising reviews: "Got these as presents for a friend. They are really handsome looking; the stems add so much character to a plain martini glass. Not too thin, so great for those who are afraid of thin glass. Handles well. Good for dishwasher. I love them so much and would have gotten a set for myself, but we don't drink martinis too much. Update: It's been more than two years, and the friends who received this as a gift from us still love it — and EVERY TIME I visit, I am envious and enjoy drinking from it!" —JinSh
Get a set of four from Amazon for $24.96.
Them pointing at the gift you got them in the sea of gifts at their retirement party:
