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1. Mystic Maze — a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle that'll reveal a secret "magic trick" when you're finished. BTW, there are 50 Easter eggs hidden in the intricate design, making this mysterious puzzle a gripping game until the very last piece is in place.
Fun fact: This was the most funded puzzle on Kickstarter, raising over $3 million.
Promising review: "Just got this puzzle for something to do at home over the holidays. Seriously... I have never seen a puzzle quite like this! It’s very impressive and exceeded my expectations already. The packaging is beautiful inside and out. Everything about it shouts quality. I particularly liked the envelopes inside for the puzzle pieces and mystery. Heavy weight and substantial. The one holding the 1,000 puzzle pieces stays closed with Velcro! How cool! And the secret mystery envelope has a cool string loop tie. Makes you remember you can’t open it until the puzzle is done. The whole vibe of The Mystic Maze is quality and fun, and also looks like a challenging puzzle. Looking forward to getting started on this. Certainly a good stay-home fun activity. Highly recommend!" —Kyle Fletcher
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
2. A box of 10 full-sized Cadbury chocolate bars, all from the United Kingdom. If you're in the mood to give your taste buds a trip then you can't do better than these, mate!
The box includes Picnic, Starbar, Wipa, Double Decker, Flake, Curly Wurly, Twirl, Crunchie, Caramel, and Dairy Milk.
Promising review: "I loved receiving this box with its fun paper packaging and the nice note. It really turned my candy habit into an event! This whole assortment is SO GOOD, too! Nothing was stale or bland or cardboard-flavored like the American candy I pick up from anywhere." —manderdoodle
Get it from Amazon for $21.87+ (available in two wrapping styles).
3. A modern bolo tie for fashion-savvy folks who want a statement accessory worth wearing on the reg.
Rulo is small business is based in Utah. Founder Blake Hansen had a goal to create accessories that "bridge the gap between cowboy and city slicker." Did I accidentally impulse-buy one of these before throwing it into this post? Oops, looks like I did.
Promising review: "Bolo ties are the ties of the future and Rulo does it better than anyone else. Not only are they high quality and fashionable, they are also versatile and made for any occasion. I like to rock mine around my regular, everyday hoodie! Rulo is my new brand for neckwear!" —Ethan J.
Get the black and white one from Rulo for $34.99 (and check out all the other colors here).
4. A burger bicycle bell so you can let everyone on your block know you're off on a fast food journey. In-N-Out, here I come!
Promising review: "No, I didn't buy this for a kid. I bought it for my old self. And yes!! I absolutely love it! The housing is plastic but surprisingly sturdy. The bell sounds like a bike bell should, and hey, it's a burger — a favorite of mine after a long ride." —kimberliee bee
Get it from Amazon for $14.50.
5. A nature photograph featuring some a-corny cuties — I don't even have a baby and I wanna have a nursery full of these prints! You're gonna love having these forest friends in your home.
To learn more about how these photos come to life, watch this video on David M. Bird's Instagram account. It's real life magic. BTW, patience is a virtue with these pictures. They are made to order and can take up to four weeks to ship. But just look at them, they are clearly worth the wait!
Professional toy maker and photographer, David M. Bird, started his small business by creating Becorn characters. Now a freelance artist, Bird spends his time making one-of-a-kind photographs with real animals interacting with his little critter creations. This small biz is based in South Kingstown, Rhode Island.
Get the squirrel and the bird print for $50+ (available in four sizes and three materials), both from David Bird.
6. An incense house — a daaaarling piece of decor that's sure to look smokin' on your vanity.
Home is where the heart (or, more specifically, the sandalwood incense cone) is.
Get it from Firebox for $15.
7. A bag of brown sugar candied bacon for anyone who snacks like a champion.
Promising review: "This product is amazing! I have tried other brands of bacon jerky and they've got nothing like this! The smell alone is real good. I took a nice piece and let it settle in my mouth. Nice mix of brown sugar and bacon. The meat itself was nice and tender, NOT DRY like other brands. I like my jerky a bit juicy and this one is by far the best I have ever tried! I just wish they sold this in the gas station. I super recommend this and will be buying more as gifts!" —Jezrael
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
8. A pack of three collapsible lanterns sure to add some life to your place even if you don't have ~mushroom~ to decorate. Now you get to be the ~fungi~ with quirky/cool wall decor! Good going.
Promising review: "These mushrooms are the cutest decorations I've seen. I absolutely love them. They are pretty sturdy once set up, I have them sitting on the ground and placed a smallish brick on the inside for stability. They also come with string if you want to hang them. I am going to put a small tea light or fairy lights on the inside to light them up. Both the wire and the paper seem really durable and seem to be made better than other paper lanterns that I've seen. They are SUPER easy to set up." —Sajujama
Get them from Amazon for $15.99.
9. A pair of alien abduction earrings so brilliantly bold, funky, and funny they just might moooove you to tears.
Promising review: "I love them! They are super cute! These are lightweight and look just like the picture." —Cheyenne H.
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
10. A surfing potato lamp that'll look potatoh-so cute on your side table.
This LED light runs on three AAA batteries, which are not included.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $26.
11. A duvet-like house coat so criminally cozy you may refuse to wear clothing ever again. Bedding is the new high fashion.
I am wrapped up in this delightful "duvet" at this very moment! This is officially my favorite splurge-worthy gift. It's the sort of thing people don't automatically know about, which make you seem *very* in-the-know. Plus, it feels like wearable luxury! I've never owned anything cozier. That's an actual fact.
Get it from Casper for $169 (available in three sizes and colors).
12. A spaghetti strainer for when you have a ~monstrous~ appetite and need your bod full of carb-filled fun.
Promising review: "My wife received this as a gift from me, and she smiles every time she pulls it out from its home in the cabinet. That alone makes it worth five stars in my book, but it's also sized nicely (just slightly smaller than a 'standard' colander), made of very strong plastic, and the extremely expressive eyes make for great handles. What's not to like?" —Gentlemen Rook
Get it from Amazon for $23.98.
13. A windshield sun shade that's sure to be a great way to make friends with your neighbors — ~eye~ don't think you'll be able to get in your car without someone complimenting your sweet ride ever again.
14. A custom dog nose necklace — as everybody who has a dog ~nose~ how sweet their little snouts are! Keep this precious piece around your neck so you can have a bit of your best bud with you 24/7.
When I first read business owner Brenda Kessler's Etsy bio I was delighted by her fun personality. As I read reviews of her products and customers' experiences working with her, I realized we ALL want to be her best friend! Her quality products and service prove that you get far more than you pay for when buying from this shop. Kessler runs her business from her farm in New Ross, Indiana.
Promising review: "This went BEYOND my expectations! It is so beautiful and the little tag with my beloved Lolly's name on the back is so sweet and the perfect touch. The whole process could not have been easier — the imprint kit came with super clear instructions, the 'clay' wasn't stiff at all and my dog was totally fine with it. There was even a little extra tape to make sure the *included* return package didn't pop open. I really appreciated being able to send a text with a picture to make sure my imprints were okay. Everything was so thoughtful, I am beyond satisfied!" —Siri Devta Kaur Khalsa
Get it from Brenda Kessler Designs on Etsy for $115+ (available in five sizes).
15. A fence window for dogs who take their neighborhood watch shifts seriously. Put this in your fence so your neighbors have a chance to peep your pup's cute face as they walk by.
This includes everything you need to secure the window and it takes about 15 minutes to set up. All you'll need is a drill/driver, crescent wrench, and a pencil.
Promising review: "Our dogs love it! Our old fence had gaps for them to see who was I the driveway, but with the new one, no gaps. The doggie windows allow them to see who is pulling up again! Each one took about 10–15 minutes to install. We just used the black ring to trace the inner circle, cut with a jigsaw, marked the holes for the bolts and pre-drill, and used a 10-mm wrench to tighten, not too tight to crack ring or globe plastic. Now they can see us again!" —Summers
Get it on sale from Amazon for $27.98.
16. An enamel pin so you can honor the sass you would serve your parents as a teen — a life joy you lost when you realized how much you rely on *not* getting kicked off the family phone plan.
This WOC-owned business is run by artist Rosaline in Los Angeles, California.
Promising review: "I absolutely adore this cutie pin! I love the idea/concept of this! It's just the right size not too big or small and the quality is amazing!" —weilin zhang
Get it from Little Woman Goods on Etsy for $11.
17. A perky pair of sunglasses every 6-year-old on the block is gonna go heart eyes over whenever you walk by.
Promising review: "These are the perfect dupe for summer and look amazing on almost every face shape. They're also very durable. I ended up getting multiple colors." —GlamazonDiaries
Get them from Amazon for $10.94 (available in 19 colors).
18. A book of 30 punny postcards so you can send out some snail mail and make someone feel special.
Promising review: "I love puns and I love postcards. I regularly send postcards to friends and family instead of texting or emailing. Just as a way to say you are worth the extra effort. These are cute and funny if you like puns." —Jennifer Osburn
Get them from Amazon for $10.72.
19. Or a box of cats-in-things cards for letting your long-distance friends know you weren't ~kitten~ around about staying in touch.
Promising review: "These cards are simply wonderful. I can't really say enough about each one, since they're all winners. If you are a cat lover (and even if you're not, but have friends who are), you will find these cards completely satisfactory." —Bonita Cee
Get them from Amazon for $9.95.
20. A pack of pizza box socks that are sure to be the ~cheesiest~ accessories you've ever worn.
Although little you wouldn't have even touched the ones with mushrooms. P.S. This box includes four pairs of socks.
Promising review: "Normally socks are a pretty crap gift for Christmas, but not in this case. I got a better reaction from these socks than I did from any other gift I gave this year. Everything arrived in perfect condition, and looked exactly as it did in the photos. The presentation is fantastic and such a great idea. That was basically the whole reason I bought them, but the recipient said she loves wearing goofy, colorful socks, so this gift will be appreciated beyond the initial fun of opening for the very first time." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in three sizes).
21. A corner canopy is gonna give your baby (who has officially begun ruling your household) a bed worthy of their royal status in the home.
22. A carbonated face mask to enjoy an oh-so-silly spa night that's sure to help you feel bubbly inside and out.
This mask helps remove blackheads and exfoliate pores.
Promising review: "Literally made my boyfriend's blackheads disappear! Made our faces feel so clean. I'm a mask junkie and have gotten masks from all the top brands from drugstores, Lush, Sephora, and Ulta. This is one of my new favorites! Also so much fun to watch it bubble up – feels like a spa treatment." —Katie Mitchell
Get it from Amazon for $12.59.
23. A pack of eight blooming lollipops — you won't have a ~lick~ of regret grabbing this fun treat. Just throw the sticks in your garden and soon you'll have "candy" plants peeking up outta the ground!
How does the planting work? The lollipop sticks have seeds inside! Once the receiver finishes their treat, they can plant the sticks horizontally and cover them in soil, give them some sun and water, and watch their plants grow! Each set includes unique flavor combinations that grow different plants: sage/marshmallow (grows sage), lavender/lemongrass (grows lavender), peach/marigold (grows marigold), strawberry/basil (grows basil), champagne/rose (grows rosetta cosmo), rosemary/mint (grows mint), lemon/thyme (grows thyme), and vanilla/hibiscus (grows baby blue eyes).
Promising review: "I like to garden and my grand-nephews like coming to the garden and picking plants they like. These lollipops are a great way to get them started planting, watering, and watching!" —Lori
Get them from Uncommon Goods for $20.
24. A three-year couples journal with quick Q&As so you can keep up with all the memories you're making together.
This journal is filled with questions about you as an individual and you in your partnership. Questions like, "What's something new your partner has introduced you to?" and "Have you reconnected with any friends from your past recently?" There are also fill-in-the-blank prompts for you to write to your partner like, "I can always count on you to..." and "I always appreciate the way you..." This journaling system helps you and your boo keep track of who you are and how you grow as a couple in a simple and satisfying way.
Get it from Amazon for $10.27.
25. A pearl lamp so dang darling it'd practically be ~shellfish~ to not get it for your home!
The battery-powered pearl light can be removed from the ceramic shell base and carried around, making this a great choice for children who like having a night-light nearby.
Promising review: "This is a pretty and unique light but be aware, the battery only lasts about 48 hours so I removed one star. It is quirky and unique mood lighting." —T3268
Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in two colors).
26. A disco ball you're gonna need if you're still deep into Folklore and want those "Mirrorball" vibes IRL.
Promising review: "My apartment gets very little sunlight, but every single night I look forward to when the sun sets so I can watch the light dance around the room. This simple little mirrored ball has brought me so much joy. Definitely recommend! Yes, there are areas where the mirror pieces are applied a little haphazardly but it’s mostly at the bottom and quite frankly I don’t care considering how affordable this thing is." —Holly
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in four colors).
27. A pair of cactus dryer balls that'll give you the greatest delight in your way-too-adult life, freshly-laundered linens. These cute and useful pals prove that whimsy doesn't have to die when responsibility strikes.
Promising review: "I was amazed by how well these little guys worked in the dryer. I live in an apartment and am forced to use pay per use laundry and the dryer in the building always seemed to not fully dry the clothes. After a little research I ordered these two and all of my clothes come out warm, dry, with no damp spots, and never have any static cling either! These are a must-have." —Adrian Russo
Get them from Amazon for $11.95.
28. A set of four mini ceramic plates for giving yourself a very ~meowy~ Christmas...no matter how far away December actually is.
29. A rocket ship cat condo, because it'll look outta this WORLD adorable in your home. When friends find out it's from Amazon? They'll think you're being ~spacey~ and forgetting what top-of-the-line pet boutique you really got it from.
Promising review: "This is the best modern cat tree on the market! It’s fun to look at, as opposed to the outdated carpeted trees. The rocket is a conversation starter and my cats loved it right when I set it up. The plush pads provided are perfect for them to snooze on and the hanging balls provide hours of entertainment. I’m so glad I bought this for my kitties to enjoy! The manufacturing quality on it is very good. I was really impressed with how perfect each piece was and the instructions were very clear to follow. It did take a little over an hour to set up on my own; another pair of hands would help expedite it! I can’t say enough great things about it! You won’t be sad that you purchased it!!" —Birgitta
Get it from Amazon for $184.99.
30. A hand-painted ring customized to look like your sweetheart's eye — ~eye~ can't imagine a ring more funky and fun!
Michelle Christensen's woman-owned shop, My Little Belleville, is located in Salt Lake City and was a finalist in the 2020 Etsy Design Awards. You can find home goods, art, and jewelry with Christensen's iconic painting style throughout the shop.
BTW, the hand on the right is mine! I got myself a lover's eye ring of my husband's eye for Valentine's Day. The quality is incredible and it's my new favorite conversation piece!
Promising review: "What a piece of art...I'm speechless...it is a privilege to own and to wear this so everyone can see! It's such realistic and beautiful painting and ring! More than worth it. As I said, it's a privilege!! Thank you so so much! Michelle was more than awesome to put up with all of my questions!! I am just over the moon with my ring!!" —Mounik
Get it from My Little Belleville on Etsy for $106.25+ (available in eight styles).
31. A bath mat that's totally gonna make your mornings better, even if waking up early usually puts you in a ~sour~ mood.
32. A microwave dinner hide-and-seek set — it's technically for Fido, even though it's totally a fun ~feast~ for your eyes as well.
33. A toilet paper holder that'll give you something to do in the baaahthroom when things are taking so long that you decide to start counting sheep.
34. A mystery jungle box with three itty bitty plants. I can't think of cuter ~buds~ you can befriend than this little plant family!
Rooted is an Asian-American owned small business founded by Ryan Lee and Kay Kim. They are based in NYC aaand they happen to be my personal favorite plant shop! I own the kit featured and have several other plants/items from their shop — including this (plant) life-saving first aid kit.
Get it from Rooted for $30 (available in two light requirements).
35. A King Friday oven mitt — it's gonna remind you how fun it is to play with your food. Mr. Rogers would totally approve.
36. A darlin' flower pot so at least your decor can always have a great hair day.
Promising review: "This little 'pot head' is charming! I took her to a garden shop to try out different hairdos and had fun while doing it. I love her expression. She's just the right size for my small space." —Donna Jones
Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in three colors).
37. A bottle of drinkable glitter for making sure even your drinking water is *extra* special. You deserve it.
I'm such a sucker for weird/fun finds online. I impulse bought this the very first time I saw it and, ugh, I adore it. It is such an unnecessarily silly thing *and yet* it really has made for some fun, spruced up, sips. It has no taste, lasts forever (you need very little per cup), and it'll certainly brighten up a boring drink.
Promising review: "The glitter was excellent and made the beer shimmer just as expected. Everyone loved it and stared at it with wonder and delight. The glitter does coat the glass, making subsequent beers glittery. I recommend jiggling the keg a bit, so the glitter doesn’t settle. This is a great product. I will definitely buy again." —Jennifer Konecky
Get it from Amazon for $10.87 (available in 25 colors).
38. Bluey grannie figurines that'll delight kids (and kids at heart) who would happily bow wow wow down to these two hilarious pups.
Bluey is my personal go-to serotonin boost and *genuinely* my favorite show of all time. My parent friends recommended it to me and first introduced the show with the episode "Grannies." I have since become a ride or die Bluey fan! My husband got me these dolls for Christmas and it was, I'm not exaggerating here, the HAPPIEST Christmas gift I've ever been given. These little dolls now have a place of honor in our home.
Promising review: "My daughter loves this show and I find myself often hysterical while watching it as well. It's so funny and cute. These little figurines are from her favorite episode about grandmas. They are well made, small, and come with the right accessories — perfect for little hands." —Ella
Get the grannies set from Amazon for $27.78 (available in four set styles).
39. A goldfish umbrella for making rainy days more fun with a rather ~fishy~ accessory.
Promising review: "Have you ever wanted to know what it was like to 'swim with the fishes' but you didn't want to be thrown over a boat with cement tied to your feet? Say no more, fam. This umbrella is super quirky and durable. I named all of the fish already. Jedediah is my fave." —Amoré Monét
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
40. A chocolate bash cake — a whack-y gift (with a nine-month shelf life!) sure to make anyone in your life laugh.
Each bash cake is 7-1/2 inches tall, 7 inches wide, and has about 8 ounces of pretzels inside.
Get it from Dylan's Candy Bar for $60.
41. A mini Theragun for a deep-muscle treatment that is said to increase blood flow and support the body's recovery process. If your favorite flavor of serotonin is a massage, this is for you!
This is designed to reach 60% deeper into muscles than other massagers and at 40 times a second.
Promising review: "This was purchased as a gift for my son. It is a great product. It helps to remove stress knots from the back. It's fabulous." —GQuincy
Get it from Amazon for $199 (available in four colors).
42. A pastry print sprinkled with juuust the right amount of whimsy. Grab this fast, you're gonna wanna get one before they're all gone!
Cuddles And Rage is a small business in Columbia, Maryland. You can find weird and wacky prints of all kinds on their spiffy Etsy site. My personal favorite? The Purrfect Crime postcard. Meow.
Get the donut one for $10 and the muffin one for $15, both from Cuddles And Rage on Etsy.
43. A graphic tee for fathers with great humor and rad dad bods.
This small biz is owned by Aranza McMitre and located in Florida. You can find laugh-out-loud funny outfits for every personality. And they don't just sell clothes! There's also a hearty selection of mugs that'll make your morning all on their own.
Promising review: "This T-shirt came out exactly as it appears online and it arrived super fast!" —Samantha Norris
Get it from Zazations on Etsy for $16.39+ (available in S–3XL and eight colors).
44. A pair of light saber chopsticks that'll be a surprisingly practical utensil set.
This set includes two light saber chopsticks. The "Force" is strong with these (i.e., batteries are included).
Promising review: "These are the coolest chopsticks I have ever seen. The instructions for use and cleaning were clear and concise and the light that they give off is amazing!" —Jennifer P. Lane
Get them from Amazon for $12.97.
45. A wall mounted TP holder to keep your extra toilet paper in a tic-tac-totally useful spot!
Woodworker and shop owner Jade runs this small business in Boise, Idaho. Browse around and find geometric shelves, tray tables, and decor.
Promising review: "This is such a fun idea for a bathroom with limited room, or just to add a little fun to your space. We love this! I love this item and think it’s a great addition to our main bathroom!" —Michelle Terminesi
Get it from Blackwood Decor on Etsy for $69.99 (available in seven primary colors and stain colors).
46. A pet moss ball so rootin' tootin' cute you might declare it your new life partner!
Owner Delaney runs this small business in Maryland. If you love plants, you're gonna adore the accessories and decor this shop sells!
Promising review: "Absolutely in love with my aquarium and plant! The shop owner was so nice and my package came in quickly. Would buy from this shop again!" —Ryssa E.
Get it from PlantsAndLasers on Etsy for $15+ (available in three hat colors).
47. A pastel print for folks who are so sweet they might as well live off of sprinkles.
I love this small biz! It's owned by artist Missy Munday and filled to the brim with over-the-top fantastic prints. Whenever people ask what I want for a gift, I send them to this site! I own several of Munday's pieces (including the two above) and plan on owning several more! BTW, the shop is based in Kelowna, Canada and you can check out more pieces on Munday's Instagram!
Get the cotton candy one for $7 and the deer one for $22, both from boopsiedaisy on Etsy.
48. A paw print keepsake kit so you can cherish your favorite child properly.
Promising review: "I love this so much! My dog is like a son to me and he is getting old and won't be around forever, so this is a great way to always keep him around. The quality is excellent and the instructions were clear. My dog put up a bit of a fight so I had to do it twice, so it was nice that I could just roll up the ball and start again. I decided to paint it to give it more of a pop! Highly recommended to show off your furry family members!" —Samantha J.
Get it from Amazon for $17.70 (available in seven styles).
49. And finally, a hand painted bashful ghost — a gift that'll give your boo a boost and show them how much you appreciate their cute *and spooky* sides.
Squeeze & Thank You is a Chelsea, Michigan-based small business owned by Vaughn Hartley. The shop has handmade holiday and party decor that's so cute your eyeballs might burst. Fair warning.
Promising review: "I ordered this cute shy ghost and could not have been more pleased when it arrived. It’s even more adorable in person and it's made so well! I love it so much!" —luckygolinne
Get it from Squeeze & Thank You on Etsy for $30.
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