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    31 Pretty, Practical, And Precious Gifts That May Be Just The Thing They Need Right Now

    These gifts are useful, cheerful, and sure to be juuust the thing they need.

    Hey! While we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time for Christmas, shipping times are tricky and can vary depending on where you live, which product you purchase, and more. Shop early and be sure to double check the retailers’ websites for shipping information to ensure that your gift will arrive in time for the 25th!

    1. high pressure rainfall shower head — this has a sleek stainless steel finish and a rain water feature they're gonna find ooh-so soothing.

    reviewer's shower head in marble shower
    different reviewer showing the shower head pouring water from the side

    Promising review: "Incredible product!!! Buy it! This rainfall shower head gives me the best showers of my life." —Rivka Polanksy

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in three sizes and four colors). 

    2. A muslin blanket that'll be their favorite movie companion all season (after you, of course).

    closeup of the corners of three blankets to show texture
    blanket tossed over a gray sofa

    Promising review: "This is the perfect throw for summer nights as it is lightweight. Yet since it is muslin it will adjust to the climate so I'm sure it will be so cozy during the winter time. It's beautiful and so soft and now I don't have to steal my son's blankets! It is so soft, cuddly, and beautiful." —A&E

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $34.89+ (available in four sizes/styes and seven colors).

    3. A Baroque mirror — whoever gets this is sure to think you found it while strolling through some robust antique fair. Go ahead, keep that gift-giving magic alive! 

    reviewer's gilded mirror balanced on top of a bedroom dresser beside a houseplant
    reviewer's mirror hung on a wall opposite a chandelier

    Promising review: "This mirror is beautiful! I have already gotten many compliments on it. It looks great on my dresser!" —Patricia

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $184.99+ (available in four sizes).

    4. A pair of memory foam slippers that'll totally upgrade their comfort-chic wardrobe.

    Slide-on slippers with fuzzy interior and thick sole suitable for outdoor use
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are fabulous slippers! They're everything a slipper should be: super soft and warm, easy to slip on and off, and the sole comes up just high enough on the sides to keep the slipper from 'rolling' and it’s got the right amount of grip to keep you from slipping on hardwood or tile." —Humans of Kork & Kopper

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get them from Amazon for $22.99 (available in five colors and sizes 5–12).

    5. A set of three terracotta pots with drainage holes and saucers. With these, they can keep their plant family nice and snug this winter! 

    three modern terracotta pots
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I love these so much. The depth is perfect for my plants! I never write reviews but had to with these pots because they are stunning and inexpensive." —Dominique Friend

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get them from Amazon for $28.99.

    6. A retro toaster — they just might wanna decorate their entire kitchen around this after getting a gift so DANG adorable! 

    Promising review: "I never could get my old toaster clean, and it was getting sad. I do not like sad toast. This charmer is lovely to look at, and does a great job making toast that is just the right shade of lovely brown. A chart comes with the toaster. I find I needed to set it a little higher to get the toasty goodness I desired. Goes beautifully with my vintage glass dishes. I feel so retro I may need to invest in a frilly apron." —Margaret C.

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in eight colors).

    7. A teak bath caddy so they can fit everything they might need during a (1, 2, 3 hour?) bath.

    reviewer's bathtub with windows on either side and the caddy displayed on top
    different reviewer's clawfoot tub with caddy on top

    Promising review: "Well made, pretty tray that fits all the way across my tub. Has a support for book or IPad which is great." —Jolene Saiz

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $49.46.

    8. A glass teapot for making tea time an even more serene experience with visible blooming tea flowers.

    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: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $25.99.

    9. A pack of five airtight silicone lids in different sizes to securely store leftovers without wasting a bunch of plastic wrap *or* wasting a bunch of time trying to find a perfectly sized container and lid.

    Gif of lid being attached and vacuuming to bowl, allowing it to be raised by just the lid
    Set of lids in varying sizes
    Food52

    These have saved many a bowl of leftovers in my place. I don't have space for lot of containers, so I was constantly using plastic wrap or plastic bags when I wanted to save food. It was an awful waste. These saved the day! They pack flat and the sizes fit on any container (even if I just leave my leftovers in the bowl I ate dinner in). I'm a sucker for this stuff.

    Promising review: "These are super cute. I love the colors and they work great. The array of sizes they came in is also very handy. In fact, these are so much cuter than the other options available online that my friends decided to get the same set. If you took the time to google other silicone lids your eyes will burn. For my purposes these are perfect. Highly recommend." —DemiChang

    Shipping info: Products are shipped ground via USPS. Free shipping applies on all orders over $150 and express shipping is available at an additional cost.

    Get them from Food52 for $40 (available in two set colors).

    10. A wooden egg holder is gonna be a hit with people who know the littlest details (even inside the refrigerator) make a huge difference.

    wooden egg holder with eggs inside
    Amazon

    Promising review: "We love this egg holder. We have seven hens and a wide range of egg sizes — all of them look beautiful in this." —smiely

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $16.90.

    11. A CovoBox that's hollow on the inside, so they can cover their Wi-Fi router with elegant "books" instead of leaving it out on display. What a *novel* idea! 

    before and after showing how what looks like a bunch of gold and tan books actually hides a wifi box and Alexa device
    Amazon Handmade

    Before adding this to your cart, you have the option to customize it, including selecting from 14 lengths and 15 colors (including custom colors). The CovoBox is made from reclaimed books and sustainable wood.

    BTW — Covogoods is a small family-owned business creating home decor in Utah!

    Promising review: "I’m pretty sure I’ve never loved a purchase from Amazon as much as I love this one. This product is EXTREMELY well made and very unique. Plus, it does the job of hiding the ugly routers and cords. And the customer service was great and responsive. I was a little hesitant to spend the money on this but after years of living with the husband’s pile of technology, the money was well spent!" —AmazonEmme

    Shipping info: Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Covogoods on Amazon Handmade for $29+ (available in customizable sizes and colors).

    12. A cheese keeper to keep their favorite cheeses, both hard and soft, alive longer by allowing them to breathe. In the words of her highness, Veruca Salt, "Give it to me NOW!"

    A yellow rectangular box that looks like cheese with two blocks of cheese in it
    Amazon

    Cheese is MY bar of chocolate.

    Promising review: "Oh wow! I followed the directions and put that moist paper towel in with my cheese, on the bottom and put some unwrapped and cut Jarlsberg wedge in it. I left for vacation and two weeks later came back, and it was still fresh and moist and not moldy! Huzzah! I'm MIGHTY impressed with this simple gadget. I hate food waste and this is super helpful!" —Awesome Taste

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

    13. A portable instant photo printer is gonna be the *picture* perfect gift if you know they always want their photos on display in an instant. 

    the printer printing a photo
    the printed photo next to the photo on a persons iphone

    Promising review: "I originally purchased this product for my 11-year-old granddaughter who's always taking pictures. This is the absolute best gift I could have ever given her. It is compact, easy to use, and takes great quality reproductions of pictures in sticker form — how fun. I would recommend this product to anyone who wishes to give an out-of-the-ordinary gift." —Bianca Trevino

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $88.99 (also available in bundles).

    14. A bottle of ultra-fancy olive oil with smooth tasting notes of nut, green tomato, and green pear that's sure to make their tastebuds say "OMG olive you."

    closeup of olive oil bottle beside bread
    Brightland

    This Indian American-owned business aims to make superb olive oil. The fancy elixir comes from hand-picked Coratina and Frantoio olives and is made in-house by a certified organic mill. The bottle is even UV-coated to protect the oil from damaging light. Grab this and give their tastebuds something to talk about.

    Shipping info: Standard shipping takes 1-3 business days for the East Coast and 3-5 days for West Coast orders. Shipping is free on orders over $80.

    Get it from Brightland for $37.

    15. A shower phone holder so they can binge-watch Hallmark Christmas movies without pesky hygiene getting in the way.

    Promising review: "This product is the answer to my search for a way to have music or Netflix playing while in the shower! The adhesion quality is great and it's very easy to use. It fits my iPhone XS Max very well and is very sturdy. I would recommend this to anyone!" —Jackie Donovan

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four colors).

    16. An avocado pit planter that'll let them grow their own avocado plant if they don't have a yard but gardening is in their roots

    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

    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: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24

    17. A 3-in-1 wireless charger can help rid their side table of pesky charging cords. With this, they can charge their iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods all at the same time — and all in the same place! No tangled-up collection of cords here. 

    Promising review: "I love this charging station! I‘m one of those people who has all the Apple things, so being able to charge my phone, watch, and AirPod Pros at the same time is a total game changer for me. I can’t even guess how many times I’ve misplaced my AirPods because I didn’t have a dedicated place for them. Now there’s no question where they are every morning. Not only that, but the charger is pretty fast (especially for the watch and earbuds) and the station itself is easy to set up and use." —Anonymous

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in five colors).

    18. A rose ice cube tray for making their famous home cocktails feel extra fancy.

    two ice cubes shaped like roses on a tray next to a glass of whiskey
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This is a great product. The mold is easy to use and seals well. It comes with a funnel which helps with filling. The ice looks beautiful and melts slowly.." —Belle Montalvo

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99.

    19. An ultra soft faux fur rug sure to feel luxurious every time they get out of bed and have this fancy fuzz between their toes instead of the cold wood floors beneath their feet.

    faux fur rug beside a bed
    Amazon

    Promising review: "My parents went to Europe and sat outside on furs like these and now they do the same at home. They live in the mountains in Utah. They put these on their metal patio chairs and then cover themselves with a blanket outside in the winter. The furs keep your backside insulated and then topped with the blanket they are able to have cocktail hour(s) on the deck all year long! It’s honestly pretty sweet and the dog gets her own to lie on when she’s outside too." —Amazon Customer

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in five sizes and eight colors). 

    20. A suspiciously chic flat water bottle they can fit into any bag or backpack and thus, hydrate throughout the day. 

    reviewer image of the clear, flat water bottle in front of a regular water bottle
    review image of the water bottle flat against a book

    Promising review: "This doesn’t leak at all! It fits in my backpack. Because my backpack has no pockets on the side, this was really useful." —Rand Alhachami

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

    21. A decorative cork canister that'll make their kitchen look clean, cool, and magazine-ready. Picture a shelf of these vs. a shelf of cereal boxes. These are a game changer!

    Person holding small glass canister with round cork lid
    Larger canisters on wicker pantry shelf

    Promising review: "I absolutely love the look of these storage containers (pictured above, right)! They are so unique and modern. The quality is great, the glass is pretty thick, and they seem very durable. The reason I'm docking one star is because some containers don’t quite seal air tight correctly like the rest. Not sure if it’s the glass container or the cork but I did come across that one issue with some of the jars. Overall though, I would recommend these containers." —Mig and Les

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $23.99+ (available in four sizes). 

    22. Linen napkins that are naturally stain-resistant. If you know your BFF's family really makes their napkins work to earn their keep – this chic set has their name on it! 

    Folded napkin beside a bowl of tomatoes
    Hand holding up one of the linen napkins
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are beautiful napkins. They are a fine weight for everyday use and hold up to the washing machine. Being linen we didn't expect them to be wrinkle-free but they are amazingly stain resistant. We are totally in love with them. We got a set of each color. They are big enough we can use one color napkin as a placemat and then an alternate color as the napkin to mix and match with the placemats. The coral color is our favorite." —Deanna O'Shaughnessy

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get a four-pack from Amazon for $31.99 (available in eight colors).

    23. A wireless library light with both warm and cool settings, so they can highlight favorite books or pieces of art in their home. 

    a reviewer using two of the gold library lights over built-in bookshelves
    a reviewer using the light over a portrait

    This uses three AAA batteries and includes a remote that lets you set the light to different brightnesses and schedule a timer for 15, 30, 60, or 120 minutes.

    Promising review: "For the price you can’t beat it. Super easy to install and lightweight. The gold had a slight orange tint to it, so be mindful of that. I actually just taped over the light and spray-painted ours with gold spray paint I had left over and then they were absolutely perfect." —Paris Seder

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in three colors).

    24. A genius tofu press that'll make it a cinch to efficiently drain tofu and get the perfect texture and taste, mess not included.

    Tofu being pressed inside plastic container
    TofuBud

    BTW, locals, TofuBud is based in San Fransisco!

    Promising review: "I was resistant to getting a tofu press. Another kitchen gadget! But this little guy does not disappoint. It saves time and is clean, fast, and easy. I thought I would want something made of wood or metal — but really this is just the thing. It’s cute, rinses out lickety-split, and gets the job done without messing up towels or having to boil off extra water. My countertop stays clean. I’ve been a vegetarian all my life and this little gadget is already indispensable." —Maria Lewis

    Shipping info: Delivery takes 1-2 days and orders over $35 include free shipping.

    Get it on sale from TofuBud for $24.95.

    25. crystal carafe to replace the plastic water bottle they've been filling up and keeping by their bedside table — in the prettiest way possible.

    reviewer's carafe on tray beside candle and flowers
    reviewer holding the carafe with lid off

    Promising review: "I bought one and love it so much that I got another one. It's meticulously made, gorgeously crafted solid crystal, and has serious heft. It's not huge or unwieldy but has enough capacity for not only nighttime carafe use, but also for daytime, e.g. I make iced tea and use it at my home office. I love the convenience of the glass/cover, which I use not as a drinking glass but for for dust particles not to get into my water and drinks. For the price, this cannot be beat. The quality of this is remarkable and if you're on the fence about this, get it — you won't be sorry. :-)" —landthouspirit

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $22.27.

    26. An LED flat plate is gonna help them read far into the night without disturbing the morning person they married. 

    Promising review: "LOVE! This book light is perfect for nighttime reading. I opted for this particular brand over others I saw for less as it has a dimmer. I really like this one as the glow is soft and not harsh on my eyes. The dimmer has a wide range when I turn the knob. You can use this book light horizontally or vertically. It’s not large enough to cover the whole page of most books, but it does completely light up an entire page so you don’t have to move it up and down while reading." —Flora

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).

    27. A rechargeable BlendJet 2 so they can have a full breakfast without leaving any dishes around. Delicious. 

    GIF showing Blendjet blending strawberry smoothie
    GIF showing how to plug in Blendjet to charge
    Blendjet

    This nifty gadget has measuring markings on the cup, a water-resistant USB-C port, a built-in carrying strap, and a food processor setting. It's also self-cleaning; just drop in some soap and water, blend, and it's ready to go!

    Promising review: "This little portable blender is amazing!!! So many uses and you can use it anywhere! We use it daily for smoothies but love to use it by the pool or even in the boat to easily mix up frozen cocktails or mocktails for the kids. I am purchasing three more today for graduation gifts...it will be perfect for a dorm room or college apartment."—Tami W.

    Shipping info: All business-day orders are shipped day-of. Orders should arrive within two days via USPS mail. 

    Get it on sale from BlendJet for $49.95 (available in 26 colors).

    28. A pair of Hunter boots that'll keep your bestie's feet warm and toe-sty even when bad weather is coming their way.

    Promising review: "These are worth every penny. I just mucked about in the biggest mud puddles outside my house, in the rain – I didn't slip or slide. I've used them in red clay and mud. They're comfy, well-built (of course), and I don't even need to walk carefully in them. Thank you, Midsomer Murders and every other BBC show I watch, for convincing me to throw out the cheap, decorative rain boots I had and go for the real deal. I totally get it now. I'm off to find some more mud." —mestayou

    Shipping info: Free delivery and Christmas guarantee (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get them from Amazon for $103.25+ (available in sizes 5–11 and eight colors).

    29. A 6-quart cast iron pot sure to be a welcome addition to anyone's kitchen — this thing is designed to make any meal a masterpiece that His Holiness, Guy Fieri, would applaud.

    cast iron pot in blue on a stove
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I have been experimenting with beef and pork roast meals with this. I LOVE it. There are no scorch marks on the bottom after cooking. The cast iron spreads the heat out so effectively that your entire contents are at nearly the same temperature with no hot spots. Indeed, this device is very heavy. That is what makes it work so well. I have used it on my gas stove in the oven and on a top burner, both methods have worked very well." —quiet bells

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $79.90 (available in 20 colors and five other sizes).

    30. A pair of aerating wineglasses that'll really and truly improve the taste of the cheap wine you and your BFF gulp down on all your Love Is Blind viewing nights.

    Stemmed wine glass with aerating piece in center, with wine being poured into center of glass and flowing out from the inner sides
    Glasses after wine is poured
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I got these for my mom and she loves them! They are great conversation pieces, and fun to use. The wine fans out and falls into the glass as pictured. She runs them through the dishwasher and hasn't had any issues cleaning them that way. These are fun for wine drinkers." —Kaitlyn G.

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get them from Amazon for $56.

    31. And finally, a soup dumpling kit sure to make your foodie friends ~bao~ down to you — you gift-giving king!

    Soup dumplings in wooden basket with tools and dough out around them
    Amazon

    This kit includes woven bamboo steaming baskets, agar agar, a dough roller, spatula, and instructions.

    Promising review: "My kids love soup dumplings but I don't know how to make them so I got this as a fun gift activity to do with them. It was AWESOME. The kit was really easy to follow, with step-by-step instructions. My kids had so much fun using the dough roller and it let us get the dumpling wrappers nice and thin. It was easy and, although it did take some time in the kitchen, it was fun. I would definitely do this again and I could see it also being a fun night with friends." —Nicole Fuentes

    Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).

    Get it from Amazon for $50.99.

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