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1. A scratch-off world map for the person who's always exploring.
Promising review: "I ordered this as a gift for my boyfriend who is a pilot. My thought was we could use it to scratch off places we visit together or even places he has flown to for work. He absolutely loved it! It is the perfect size, perfect for framing and hanging on the wall; he plans to get an open frame and scratch off places while it hangs on the wall. It was delivered tube style and I was hesitant about some countries being scratched off like others noted but it was delivered spotless! I highly recommend this map for anyone. I’m not sure I could’ve found a better quality map either!" —Ashley C.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
2. A portable brewing straw so your favorite outdoors enthusiast can brew a cup of coffee or tea and drink it — no straining needed thanks to the straw's built-in filter. They'll also love not having to pack or use wasteful single-use paper filters and plastic coffee pods.
Promising review: "My girlfriend is a coffee lover and a backpacker. This is a bad combination because until this device appeared on the market, there was no way to get a really good cup of coffee on the trail. And, like most coffee lovers, things could get really ugly in the morning if she didn't get a great cup of coffee. JoGo makes a great cup of coffee, according to my girl. It's also light and compact and durable, so it should survive well on the trail. Which bodes well for my own survival. Thank you JoGo! You saved my life! Update: We did a backpacking trip to Joshua Tree National Park specifically to test the JoGo in the wild. It worked perfectly. My girl loves it!" —Ron
Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in four colors).
3. A TikTok-famous 1,000-piece puzzle from The Magic Puzzle Company because it brings an element of surprise they've probably never experienced with other puzzles! Not only is the illustration so beautiful that they'll probably glue and frame it when it's completed, but it also features 50 Easter eggs throughout *and* a magical twist that reveals itself once the puzzle is finished.
Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" —Nlbrimberry
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
4. A travel cupholder that'll corral your jet-setter's bulky coffee and water bottle so their hands are free when they need to pull up their ticket for the gate agent.
Promising review: "This cup holder is perfect! It helps me a lot! Last time I took a plane with a suitcase and a cup of coffee, when it was my turn to check my passport and ticket, the coffee cup fell to the ground and coffee spilled. It was a nightmare! This time I bought this cup holder! I don't have to worry about where my cup and phone are! I can free my hands to do other things. I love it so much! Hope you love it too." —Philip
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in 12 colors).
5. The Adventure Challenge: Couples Edition — a book of scratch-off dates to add some spontaneity to your long-term relationship. Each activity is a surprise until you scratch it off. You'll also get an instant camera so you can snap a pic of all the fun you have during each challenge.
Promising review: "I was gifted this and LOVED it! This is something truly SPECIAL and MEANINGFUL that I would purchase as a gift for any occasion. Not only was the whole experience freakin FUN and memorable; we really enjoyed reading the introduction to The Adventure Challenge! It made my boyfriend and I realize A LOT about life! From the packaging to the intricate details of the product...this is something you won't regret purchasing. Love what this company represents and was honored to be a part of the experience! Keep up the great work!" —Monique S.
Get it from Amazon for $52.99 (camera not included) and The Adventure Challenge for $147.99 (comes with scratch-off book and camera; expected ship date is end of March).
6. A bottle of Drop It — a sulfite and tannin remover — if they're the one person in your friend group who just can't hang. This may help prevent their post-wine headache so they can still enjoy a wine tasting without expecting to spend the rest of the day under the covers with a throbbing head.
One bottle can help keep you headache-free for up to 55 glasses depending on how many drops you use.
Promising review: "I drank wine one night and did not use the drops. WOW, my IBS hit me like a knife! This proves that they really do work. I wish I had an option to give this product 10 stars!!!! I have had IBS for several years and last fall my IBS went into overdrive, after trying to figure out what was possibly causing it I realized that I have been drinking more red wine then usual. I researched it and sulfates in wine are known to irritate people with IBS. I put five drops in a glass of wine and stir it with a spoon; it does not change the taste of the wine. My youngest daughter also has IBS. I had her try it and it also cured her sulfate issues. I thought that I would have to give up wine, but no more!!!" —Keywest
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
7. A mystery box of cat hats for kitty owners who are obsessed with their furry friends. How could they not enjoy a watermelon cap for their fluff ball?
Promising review: "This is by far the cutest idea! I love that this is a mystery box and what you get is completely random. I think this was a melon type of hat and it fit puurfectly! My cat is rather small but the hat has a good stretch to it and seems decently made as well. If you're thinking about purchasing this just do it, you won't regret it!" —Daniel Pollack
Get it from Amazon for $8.49.
8. A 100 Things To Do scratch-off bucket list so conversations with your partner no longer consist of the following exchange: "What do you want to do this weekend?" followed by "IDK, what do you want to do this weekend?"
Promising review: "The recipients of this poster loved the idea. They are an outgoing and adventurous couple. They said they would be hanging this in their office space and scratching them off as they complete them. They commented that moving to another country might not ever be scratched off but they are looking forward to doing as many as they can." —VLR
Get it from Amazon for $14.45. (And check out more fun scratch off lists, including a 100 Movies Bucket List, a 100 Things To Do After Quarantine Bucket List, and a 100 Dates Bucket List.)
9. A pound of cereal marshmallows, because as much as you love them, you've tolerated them eating the marshmallows from your box of Lucky Charms for far, far, far too long.
Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
10. The Ultimate Reading Challenge, a book of 25 challenges (and rewards!) that'll encourage your bibliophile to explore new cultures, embrace diversity, invigorate their creativity, and finally get through the "To Read" pile that grows taller by the day.
Promising review: "I was so excited to get this. The book is very big, which I like. It is also super colorful. When I open it, it’s filled with all of these pockets with the challenges written on them and the rewards inside. I am a big reader and this is a fun journey to go on. I shared this with a friend of mine and she was very interested in it and wanted to get it for her daughter. Some of the challenges may need to be adjusted for ages, but you can easily just change the challenge. This is hard covered. Beautiful setup. This is going to be very fun and makes a great gift for yourself or for anyone else. And I’m really excited to see what the rewards are as I completed the challenges!" —GG
Get it from Amazon for $26.99.
11. And an adorable bookmark book tracker to help voracious readers keep track of all the titles they've finished this year...or even this month.
British Book Art is a small business based in the UK that sells the most book art and bookmarks.
Promising review: "I'm absolutely obsessed with this bookmark. It's definitely made me more determined to read this year and will be a nice keepsake. Will be repurchasing when this one's almost filled ❤️" —Mady Taylor
Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.90.
12. A lash primer if you want to gift them the look of eyelash extensions without having to spend $$$.
Promising review: "This goes on well in the morning while I'm drinking my first cup of tea. Then it dries and I add my mascara. It does boost the length of my lashes and I will continue to buy this product. Great price and works...need I say more?" —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
13. A pick-and-peel stone for occupying anxious hands and minds. Reviewers, especially folks who compulsive pick their skin and nails, swear by it for keeping their hands busy.
Pick 'N Peel Stones is a Pittsburgh-based small business. Renee Benn started the company as a channel for their anxiety after they lost their job. Each lava rock is covered in nooks and crannies that are filled with latex glue. The fun, soothing, anxiety-reducing part is using the picking hook to slowly excavate the holes. Each kit comes with a filled stone, a picking hook, and a stone filler.
Promising review: "I can’t believe I waited so long to buy this! It shipped super quick and definitely keeps my hands busy. I thought I would go through the paint super quick but I haven’t even needed to reapply yet. My anxiety is so bad lately I was picking my nails until they bled and hurt for days afterward. Since I got this stone I haven’t picked my nails at all! I’m so glad I finally ordered it. If you’re thinking about this, get it, now!" —Andrea Fercho
Get it from Pick 'N Peel Stones on Etsy for $29.99.
14. A fill-in-the-blank book so you can spell out all the reasons you love your significant other...like when they leave you little presents around the apartment, aka dirty cups and dishes. OK, maybe not that...
Promising review: "This book was a lot of fun to fill in with fun memories and personalized sentiments. There are many, many pages so be prepared to sit down and think of a lot of ideas to completely fill this book. I gave this to my boyfriend as a gift and he thought it was so sweet that he cried the good kind of tears. Very clever gift idea." —Denise K
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
15. A pack of practical AirPod cleaners because the last time they offered you an earbud to listen along with them, you actually recoiled in disgust when you saw how gunked up their AirPods were. Squish the flexible square into the AirPod speaker, peel it off, and gasp in horror at the ear goop that's been dulling the sound quality.
Promising review: "I bought this after seeing it on some BuzzFeed list and thinking about how gross my AirPods probably were. When they came in the mail, I used them immediately. They got all the gunk out that was in the little holes. THEN my husband comes in and sees and wants to use them for his. I learned he has never even tried to clean his own AirPods (?!) DISGUSTING and amazing. It got everything out of his." —Amazon Customer
Get 24 from Amazon for $16.99.
16. A two-pack of Tile Bluetooth trackers that'll put a stop to their most-asked question: "Hey, can you call my phone?"
Promising review: "I got these for my husband who loses everything! It's a full-time job constantly looking for his keys, phone, etc. I have been wanting to buy these for years and I am mad at myself that I waited so long! So now when my husband loses something he just hits the button! Several times a week to several times a day. Every single time he does I tell myself Merry Christmas! It's the best gift I have ever gotten myself! It's also like having three gifts in one since he can hit the button to also find his phone. (Merry Christmas to me!) I love not dropping whatever I am doing to look around for his lost item. (Merry Christmas to me!) I love not hearing him fuss and being overdramatic because his keys are 'lost forever!' (Merry Christmas to me!) Get it, it's worth it." —Lori
Get it from Amazon for $39.99.
17. A rainbow bath bomb to make their tub explode with colors that won't stain. They're made with sea salt, essential oil, shea butter, and grape seed extract so they moisturize without irritating, and leave behind a light and refreshing scent.
Promising review: " The scent is really nice and isn’t too powerful. The colors are very vibrant and everyone I’ve sent one to have absolutely loved it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in packs of three and eight).
18. A Beard Buddy if you've told your S.O. approximately 1,000 times that they need to clean up their beard and mustache hairs after shaving...yet you always find a light layer of trimmings in the sink even after they've "cleaned" it. 😬 This genius tool uses a tougher, more tear resistant sponge to sweep hairs from behind the faucet and taps and the sides of the bowl into the sink drain for a clean that's actually clean.
Ran's Grooming Club is a Massachusetts-based small business.
Promising review: "Great product that is great for our bathroom countertops. Somehow it’s not just beard hair up there — dog hair too, and this thing picks it all up and makes for easy and quick cleanup. Getting a few more for the holidays!" —Julie Nass
Get it from Ran's Grooming Club on Etsy for $13.95.
19. A screaming goat who sits on a tree stump and shrieks whenever you touch it (honestly, same) for the person who's always stressed, anxious, and annoyed.
Promising review: "I spend about 90% of my day silently screaming at the computer because, well, welcome to customer service. Since this little goat arrived, I no longer look like I am practicing for my appearance on Jerry Springer. I just push the little goat. He screams (but not in a disruptive way). I smile. I am no longer annoyed. I survived peak season because of this goat. I owe my sanity to you, screaming goat." —Gab
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
20. A chocolate bar maker so they can play Willy Wonka and create candies they've always dreamed about eating.
Kit comes with molds, deco pen, stamps, and wrappers.
Promising review: "We use Enjoy Life chocolate chips to make dairy-free chocolate bars and it is so much fun. This kit has been great. We've been using it for a couple of years now. We make chocolates for Halloween, Christmas, etc. I highly recommend this kit! I don't really use the red squeeze bottle though, I find you end up wasting chocolate that way. We just use a double boiler to melt the chocolate and then spoon it into the molds." —H. Collins
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
21. The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows because they're always in their feels, and now they'll have the vocabulary to fully express their full range of emotions.
Promising review: "This book is perfect for anyone who always feels more than they can possible put into words. A phenomenal creation that puts definition to emotions and experiences we all have but never know how to explain. A great gift idea for your wordy friends or the overthinkers/feelers in your life." —Melanie Kagan
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
22. A universal phone mount that'll allow them to binge-watch every episode of The Good Place that they downloaded before their flight while freeing up their hands to do more important things — like scarf down the Biscoff cookies that make sitting in a cramped middle seat slightly less miserable.
Promising review: "Bought this handy little thing to use with on a family vacation since our flight didn't have in-flight entertainment screens. It clipped right onto the pull-out tray just like the product photo and kept my toddler entertained (thank god) for our short flight. Love the simplicity — it's light and compact (folds to the length my palm), has good rotation (head clicks into place) and is surprisingly versatile. I use it to browse articles in the morning (folded into a kickstand on the table), follow recipes in the kitchen (clamped to a cabinet door above my cutting board), and to watch stuff hands-free (clamped to a side table) when the kiddo/husband is hogging the TV. Buying another one for our next vacation since this one is staying at home!" —ThatCookieCutterLife
Get it from Amazon for $12.97.
23. A pack of adorable cat sponges to sit on their counter and keep them company. Oh, and OFC they can also be used to clean dishes.
Promising review: "I love them. Very cute! I use them for washing my cat's bowls to have a separate sponge." —grace chang
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $9.99.
24. A year of movie dates if your spouse loves watching movies and always has an opinion about 'em. Each box comes with 50 sealed envelopes so each movie is a surprise. Titles range from horror to comedy, action, thriller, and more!
A Year Of Dates is UK-based small business run by husband-and-wife duo John and Kate.
Promising review: "I love this! I got it for me and my partner and I'm very happy with it. It's very well made; I love all the details and the care that went into it. It was packaged securely and delivery was quite fast. I can't wait to watch all the movies and find new favorites!" —Amy
Get it from A Year Of Dates on Etsy for $34.78.
25. A pair of exfoliating mitts for the person you know who loves anything gross and satisfying. They're made of a viscose fiber that buffs away beads of dead skin (they'll literally be able to see them) to reveal buttery, baby soft skin underneath — and probably make them feel like a lizard shedding its skin.
Promising review: "I use a loofah everyday, so I just bought this to use once a week, not thinking it would do much if anything. Man, was I wrong!!! I read reviews, viewed pictures, and watched the videos. I assumed they all used tanning products or spray tans, because the skin in the tub was brown/black. OMG, mine was too!!! I haven't tanned in 15 or so years. It was gross. On the bright side, my skin really does feel great. Just get it, seriously..." —Kim McMahon
Get them from Amazon for $7.99+ (also available in a two-pack).
26. A sturdy doormat so they're always reminded to NOT ANSWER SPAM CALLS FOR THE LOVE OF GOD.
Minor Less is a Haines City, Florida-based Etsy shop filled with funny doormats and decor.
Promising review: "LOVE IT. Fiancé is a car salesman so he and his friends got a real kick out of it. Great way to assert our dominance as the neighbors with the best sense of humor on the block." —Lexi C.
Get it from Amazon for $34.87+ (available in two sizes) and Minor Less on Etsy for $22.49+ (available in three sizes).
27. A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker because reviewers swear it gives frozen fruit the texture of ice cream or sorbet. Now they can gobble up their dream flavor combinations. And it's great for folks who have dietary restrictions.
Promising review: "10 out of 5 stars. Status: Legendary! It is a true marvel of science, magically producing perfect frozen yogurt from fruit, yes that's right, magic. It blew my mind how similar it is to real ice cream. If you had placed a bowl in front of me, I dare say I would not recognize its true composition of pure fruit. I can say with confidence, this magic frozen yogurt leaves you feeling full, like you've just had a bowl of ice cream...for breakfast. Which I will admit without shame is my dream breakfast, but a breakfast I have held out on for the sheer sake of dignity, until now my friends. Furthermore, I nominate the creators of this glorious feat of engineering for the Edison Award, or an award of comparable recognition in the categories of invention and nutrition. Bravo! Yonanas inventors, Bravo! You...are...legends." —Tosh
Get it from Amazon for $45.40+ (available in five colors).
28. An adorable octopus-shaped blackhead remover that'll exfoliate the skin while pulling out whiteheads, blackheads, and other pore-clogging yuckies. Be prepared for your BFF to send you photos of the gunk that comes out of their pores!
Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." —LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $12.50.
29. The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook to bring 100+ of their favorite park recipes right to their home, including Dole Whip, churros, cheeseburger eggrolls, and more!
Promising review: "This cookbook brings Disney Magic to your kitchen! If you have grown up going to the Disney Parks or discovered them as an adult then you know that, easily, one of the greatest aspects is the food. I always wanted that food when I got home and now I can have it. This book is so comprehensive, covering the best dishes organized by park. It is a beautiful book that will bring our family magic for years to come!!!" —Jason M. Bernhisel
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
30. A pair of baggy overalls if their aesthetic is art teacher chic. Goodbye tight sweaters and jeans, hello loose, flowy cotton linen.
Promising review: "I have gotten so many compliments on these overalls! I was looking for something comfortable and light enough to wear during the summer since I'm not a big fan of shorts. I'm pretty petite and it fits well and is just baggy enough. I love them so much I ordered another pair in blue!" —Cynthia Cahalen
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S–3XL and 12 colors).
31. A soap brows kit for anyone who's been itching to try this TikTok beauty trend. This method will help make brows look thicker using just their existing hairs. And of course they can go in with a brow pen or powder to add even more fullness.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this and am amazed at how much fuller my brows look! Application is also super easy and quick! I took three pictures. Top picture is before I applied it. Middle picture is after application. Third picture is after I've drawn a line under my brow to clean up the look and filled in some sparse areas." —P.A.
Get it from Amazon for $9.98.
32. A bubble massage mat so a regular degular old tub becomes a fancy schmancy jetted tub. The mat attaches to the tub with suction cups and shoots up millions of massaging bubbles. And! It has a built-in heater and aroma clip to make bathtime so damn relaxing.
Promising review: "I LOVE this thing. The air is lightly heated and I really enjoy the option to add essential oils to scent the air while you soak. In my opinion this product is superior to a jetted tub in that it requires very little maintenance. I allow the pump to run for a few seconds after the tub has completely drained, and then I use the suction cups to hang it on the wall of the tub to allow any residual water to drain out. If I am not using it for more than a few days I roll it up and store it when it is completely dry. It is rare for it to be stored though because I love it. Once you figure out the mechanics of how the bubbles work you can position yourself so that more bubbles are directed to your neck or the small of your back. I highly recommend this product to anyone who loves to soak but doesn't want the high maintenance of a jetted tub." —Marty
Get it from Amazon for $142.39.
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