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1. A 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle that contains 50 Easter eggs and features a fun magic trick at the end for the coolest puzzle ever.
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
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $22.97.
2. A towel warmer they can use for more than just towels — robes, throw blankets, pajamas, sheets, pillowcases, etc. This is gonna be their new favorite toy.
Promising review: "Absolutely my favorite thing purchased from Amazon. You will never be able to take a shower without this once you have it. Just like right-out-of-the-dryer towels!" —Erin
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $145.26+ (available in seven colors).
3. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, a v fun card game for making their next social gathering one filled with some exciting (and friendly) competition.
Recommended for ages 8+. As soon as there is a match between a card and a spoken word, race against each other to slap your hand on the central pile of cards. The last one to do so must take them all. Be quick to be the first to get rid of all your cards. But watch out! Your mind will play tricks on you.
Promising review: "Bought this by accident because I thought these were baby flash cards. Saw these were actually a card game and tried it with my husband and fell in love with this game. It's fun and competitive. :D" —ChocorateChippu
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $9.84.
4. A pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds that are waterproof, come with multiple silicone earbuds so they can find their perfect size, and happen to be just as good as more expensive headphones on the market at a fraction of the cost (*cough AirPods cough*).
Promising review: "These are by far the best earbuds I’ve ever used. No exaggeration. My husband had these in his Amazon cart a couple of months ago but never checked out. Well it’s about to be Christmas soon, so I chose to get these on the sly for him. When they came in I wanted to make sure everything was working correctly before wrapping them up for Christmas. The sound quality is absolutely perfect, the noice cancellation is AMAZING! They were on low and the sound was crystal clear. I asked my 6-year-old son to talk so I could see how well they canceled out noise and I couldn’t hear him, so I told him to shout and I still couldn’t hear him at all. My husband will absolutely love these!! Also, now I need to get myself a pair as well! Definitely happy with my purchase!" —Ashley Haley
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in five colors).
5. A ridiculously soft blanket they're gonna want to snuggle up with ALL. SZN. LONG. This is what the coziest time of the year is all about, ppl!
Promising review: "I saw this blanket on TikTok and I have to say I absolutely love it. I washed it several times now and it’s maintained its elasticity and softness after each wash. It’s warm enough but not too hot for a throw. Absolutely recommend this blanket!" —Amy
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in 16 styles and 3 sizes).
6. A Taylor Swift picture book both little and big Swifties will get a kick out of. This adorable biography is a fun way to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce on the queen's iconic career thus far while also teaching the young ones a very important piece of history.
BuzzFeed editor Heather Braga is the proud owner of this book: "I have this book (as pictured above) and by that I mean the second I saw it available for pre-order I added it to my cart faster than you could say "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together." As the parent of a 1-year-old, I have many Little Golden Books in my home. However, this one is just STUNNING. I'm a big fan of Taylor (obviously) but was really enamored by how beautiful the pages are. I was so excited to read this lil' biography with my son and teach him a little more about someone I adore. (Which it does a great job of doing in a pared-down way!) It's a short book, looks cute on my desk, and is a hit for bedtime story time. What more could you want???"
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $4.78.
7. A book-style box filled with cookies that's basically the definition of a foolproof gift. Sugary sweet goodness coming their way.
Promising review: "I bought these cookies for a gift. I love the presentation and read the reviews before placing my order. I'm sure the recipient will enjoy them. They look delicious! Have stored them in the freezer until it is time to give them away. All the products I have bought from Harry & David have been very good and the presentation is always top notch." —Annie
Shipping info: Orders generally take 4–7 business days to ship. Express shipping options are available at an additional cost.
Get it from Harry & David for $49.99.
8. A charcuterie board so they can entertain in style. Even if all they're doing is entertaining for one. (If the gift recipient is making a cheese board for just themselves, tell them they rock and I wanna be their bestie.)
This is a set that comes complete with four bowls (perfect for accompaniments like fruit, nuts, and jams) and a four-piece knife set.
Promising review: "It really is beautiful! The packaging is super elegant! The wood is nice and thick. The ceramic dishes are generous in size, and four was really enough for the kalamata olives, pickled onions, roasted peppers, and black olives. All three cheeses fit nicely in the center. The utensils worked very well, and storing them inside was a nice touch. The magnetic closure worked well. Overall, we really liked it, and will use it each time we have an 'appetizer meal.' It is beautiful as well as practical!" —Mona
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $71.99.
9. An innovative speaker that'll let them create their very own pixel art. Then they can watch as their creation comes to life by dancing along while their favorite songs play.
Promising review: "Sound quality and durability is very good! I like the ability to change the artwork on the cover, the ability to change the brightness of the image, the ability to change the volume of the startup/connect/disconnect, the auto-shutoff and auto-sleep mode toggles, and the ability to set multiple alarms (available on the app only, sadly, not out of the box). There's surprisingly a lot you can do with such a seemingly simple device, and it's made more than a great replacement alarm clock for me, which is initially what I bought it for. Highly recommend if you've got the extra coin to spend on something cute, fun, and practical!" —Soul Breaker
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $99.90 (available in five colors).
10. A darling little Hello Kitty fridge the beauty product connoisseur in your life is gonna adore. What an adorable way for them to chill their face masks, creams, jade rollers, and more!
11. A fan-favorite blender so they can whip up all the yummy smoothies, milkshakes, soups, or anything else their heart desires in a pinch. Plus, it's just about the most ~aesthetic~ blender ever.
Check out our colleague's review of the amazing Beast Blender!
Promising review: "Completely blends my frozen fruit smoothie without any chunks or hunks of fruit peel. Love it! It's very user-friendly and not as loud as other blenders." —Bobbie T.
Shipping info: Check the product listing for a delivery window.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $140.25 (originally $165; available in three colors).
12. A Kindle Paperwhite that'll basically serve as their own little on-the-go library. This lightweight e-reader is great for packing on their next vacay or bringing along on their morning train/bus commute. The glare-free display makes reading in the sun a squint-free experience, while night mode allows them to unwind before bed sans brightness. AND!!! This lovely device is ALSO waterproof!
I did it. I caved on October Prime Day and bought myself this Kindle Paperwhite, and boy am I glad I did. For starters, I always thought of myself as someone who preferred physical books over e-books. There's just something SO exciting to me about unboxing a book order or walking into a book store and spending way too much money. I even spent two years creating a rainbow library on my bookshelf in my apartment. BUT! After taking two vacations this year and realizing how annoying it is to pack physical books and moving somewhere that requires a long train ride to get to the city (aka increased boredom), I decided to just get myself a Kindle. For starters, I'm reading more on this Kindle in the past month than I have all year. It is incredibly lightweight (it fits into my small little BELT BAG WITH ROOM TO SPARE!!!), easy to use, and not to mention, a really great investment! I have three free months of Kindle Unlimited which means access to tons of great books for free, but the best is Libby! I just go on the Libby app from my phone, choose a Kindle book to check out through my local library, and boom, it's instantly delivered to my Amazon account to add to my Kindle library. It's safe to say I'm obsessed.
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in two storage sizes and four colors).
13. Or a Book of the Month subscription if they prefer physical copies of books to digital. Each month, they'll choose from a selection of great books they want delivered. If nothing strikes their interest, they can save their credit and apply it towards a future month instead.
I initially joined Book of the Month two years ago because I wanted to read People We Meet on Vacation and my local library had a waitlist. I thought I'd sign up for one month and cancel my subscription right after, but I am here to say that was not the case. I'm obsessed with my BOTM subscription and can't recommend it enough.
At the start of each month, they add five new books to the app. These books span all sorts of genres, include reads from new authors and returning favorites, and some even have a theme (aka: spooky reads for October, holiday reads in December). You can choose up to three books per month. All three of your selections can be from that month's book picks or you can pick a book or two from that month's selections and choose add-on books — I've been doing this lately as I'm working on creating my own little ~home library bookshelf~. If you don't like any of their monthly selections that is A-OK! Simply skip that month and a credit will be applied towards future months.
It's such a fun thing to treat myself to each month and makes for a perfect gift (both to yourself and to loved ones). Happy reading!
Shipping info: You can send gift memberships via email immediately or print it out and pop it into a card!
Gift a three-month subscription from Book of the Month for $59.99.
14. A massage gun that'll finally allow them to call the personal masseuse they never had and tell them it's over.
Promising review: "I have other products by them that have worked well so I felt pretty good about it. I’m SO glad I did! It performs even better than I expected. It’s very powerful and adjusts on many levels with attachments for a wide variety of applications. The other night I used it before bed on my shoulders for a boxing workout the next morning. I can absolutely feel the difference! The pain was minimized to be able to perform much better. The convenience of having one around whenever I need it vs having to go to the gym to use one is definitely worth the price tag, even though it’s cheaper than its competitors! It even comes with a carrying case for travel. I am happy with my purchase and thank you, RENPHO, for another well-made product!" —Charming
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in four styles).
15. A breakfast sandwich maker for ensuring they start their day in the most delicious way. It only takes about five minutes to make a breakfast sandwich. Plus the surfaces are covered with durable, nonstick coating, and all removable parts are dishwasher-safe.
Comes with some recipes for inspo.
Promising review: "I'm gadget-obsessed and bought this on a whim, and I'm pretty impressed. I used Pam spray, english muffins, ham, cheese, and an egg. I heated it up a little past the recommended time, set a timer for five minutes, used tongs to lift up the compartments and whaddya know! A perfect, cute little sandwich! I pulled it out with a plastic spatula and set it on a tiny cookie rack to cool so the bottom wouldn't get soggy. Nothing leaked, nothing stuck. Very compact and tidy. Let the contraption cool, then rinse and wipe." —Amazoniac
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $42.99.
16. An ultra-supportive neck pillow that'll make the whole falling asleep while sitting upright position thing possible (and comfy). Is there any better way to pass the time on a plane than with a nice, long nap? I don't think so.
Promising review: "We had an overnight international flight. I bought these pillows because of the great reviews. The TRTL pillow did not disappoint. My husband woke up and said 'I actually was able to fall asleep.' Easy to get comfortable, great support, and my neck didn’t hurt." —Tora J.
Shipping info: Free standard shipping orders generally take 3–8 business days for delivery. Priority shipping orders (free on orders over $80+) generally take 2–5 business days for delivery.
Get it from TRTL for $44.99 (available in four colors).
17. A ticket to see a concert or any other fun form of entertainment they enjoy because getting to enjoy live entertainment is truly an unmatched feeling of joy.
Check out all of the amazing events you can get tickets to on Live Nation here (prices depend on show, demand, location, and seating chart).
Shipping info: The majority of tickets purchased on Live Nation will be instantly available on your account after purchasing.
18. And on that same note, a super-cute DIY printable ticket because it's fun way to present an event ticket gift. After purchasing, you'll receive a digital file so you can customize it with all of the info. Of course, this ticket won't get them into the event, but it will make for an adorable keepsake.
Paperable Co is a small biz that sells printable invitations, wall art, tickets, Lightroom presets, and more!
Promising review: "The template was perfect, and although I am not great on the computer, it was easy to follow the instructions and create a surprise birthday ticket for my son's 40th birthday." —Roslyn Golden
Shipping Info: This is available for instant download after purchasing.
Get it from Paperable Co on Etsy for $7.
19. A high-quality Our Place pan designed to replace 10, that's right, 10 pieces of cookware — this thing braises, sears, steams, strains, sautes, fries, boils, bakes, serves, and stores all in one. It also comes with a spatula AND it's ridiculously easy to clean.
This features a nontoxic, nonstick ceramic coating. Plus, it's dishwasher-safe and oven-safe up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit!
Promising review: "Love my new Always Pan. Heats and cooks evenly, it's the perfect size, very versatile, and cleans up like a breeze! Couldn't be happier with my purchase." —Wendy H.
Shipping info: Orders generally take 2–7 business days for delivery. Free standard ground shipping applies to orders over $50.
Get it from Our Place for $85+ (available in 12 colors and 3 sizes).
20. A gourmet waffle assortment because what better way to treat your loved one than with the breakfast of champions?! If you're lucky, maybe they'll invite you over for brunch.
Promising review: "Ordered these waffles as a gift and they were very well received. From the packaging to the convenience to the taste! Wonderful product!" —Sharon
Shipping info: Orders generally take 4–7 business days to ship. Express shipping options are available at an additional cost.
Get it from Wolferman's for $34.99.
21. A conversation starter card game for couples that'll be a sure hit on their next date night. The cards are split into five topics: family, intimacy, couple, individual, and past and future. It's a great way for them to get to know each on a deeper level, no matter how long they've been together.
Promising review: "Got this for my husband for our anniversary this year and we absolutely love these cards! They provoke such good, deep, loving, funny, and insightful conversations with your partner. We like to answer a couple each night at dinner!" —Celest Rayanne
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in two levels and in Spanish).
22. Truff pasta sauce — a delicious fusion of fresh tomato goodness, rich truffle flavor, and *just* the right amount of heat to give their next pasta night the upgrade they deserve.
I'm a huge fan of Truff products — their hot sauces, spicy mayo, and olive oil are truly top-tier as a truffle fan. I was super excited when they sent me this pasta sauce to try a few months ago because you can't go wrong with truffle pasta. This stuff is SO GOOD. I love spicy food so I really enjoyed the arrabbiata. It had a perfect kick without being overly spicy — although I have a high spice tolerance so I can't say if that'll be the case for every palate. Not to fret if you don't like spice, because the pomodoro is equally delicious without any spice — just pure tomato/truffle deliciousness. These are such a yummy way to shake up the usual pasta in red sauce — 10/10 recommend!!!
Promising review: "Delicious! Don’t think about it, just order it, you’ll thank yourself later." —Ari
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three pack options).
23. A pair of fuzzy cross-band slippers they'll never wanna take off and we can't say we blame them. Just look at how comfy these babies look.
Promising review: "I’m 100% not gonna lie but I saw these on TikTok and was interested...needed new house slippers so I ordered. OMG! YES. YAAAAS. I recommend. So soft. So plush. I ordered them in black and a half size up based on other reviews...I just enjoy how they feel on my toes. 🖤🖤 buy! Do it now! Even if TikTok told you to!" —ashdav
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in women's sizes 5–10 and 13 colors).
24. Burn After Writing, a journal filled with prompts and thought-provoking questions to help them spend more time self-reflecting and less time overthinking. When finished, they can hide it, throw it away, or better...burn it.
Promising review: "This book helps you understand that it’s okay to be completely honest with yourself. The book itself was in great condition with clean pages. I can’t wait to venture more into this lil' journey with myself. ♥️" —Molls
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $7.32.
25. A Hot Ones monthly subscription because receiving new bottles of spicy goodness each month is a gift too good to pass up for the person in your life who has an adventurous palate.
Promising review: "The box gives you a range of delicious sauces from a wide array of origins and mild-medium-hot levels, which provides a spectrum to [cater] to new timers as well as veterans. I hold hot wings and hot ribs nights with friends and colleagues alike, and that variation of choice definitely helps. Most of the sauces are built with flavor first, heat second, and they don’t skimp on either element." —Andrew C.
Shipping info: Sign-ups for the December box are now open and will ship between December 12th–18th. Order on or before the 15th for December shipping.
Get it from Heatonist starting at $30/month.
26. A super lovely bath pillow so all of their relaxing baths are as comfy as can be.
Bath Haven is a small biz!.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this!!! Five stars all the way! I love soaking in baths but always had to use two or more towels every time to cushion my tailbone / neck from crunching against the hard tub. With this bath bed though, I am relaxing in delightful comfort the entire time and no longer have any pressure on my tailbone or head against the hard surface. Feels like I’m laying on a cloud." —Ashley
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $43.99.
27. An assortment of Japanese candy and snacks that'll bring their tastebuds on a trip abroad — no passport or plane ticket required!
Promising review: "My 10-year-old daughter requested this because she was interested in finding out more about Japan. We had a one-hour tasting party on the living room floor and we compared the snacks to each other and to American snacks. We loved some, and we hated some. She took some duplicates to school and shared them with her friends. You can tell a lot about the culture by common flavors, textures, packaging, serving sizes, and a lot of other things that we saw in this box." —Amazon Customer
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get 30 pieces from Amazon for $21.97.
28. A reviewer-loved knit beanie for keeping their head warm and toasty allllll season long. Plus, it comes in tons of cute colors!
Promising review: "Saw this hat on TikTok and decided to place my order! It can get very cold where I live, especially during morning time when I’m walking my dog. I need to keep my ears warm! The material is so soft, and there are many color options." —MHF
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in 36 colors).
29. A veggie chopper that'll make ridiculously quick work of dicing up carrots, onions, celery, or anything else they might want to whip up alllll the soups and soups.
Fullstar is a small biz that specializes in super useful kitchen gadgets!
Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper, which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three colors and four sizes).
30. Some lavender-scented shower steamers formulated with essential oils so they can enjoy an ultra relaxing shower at the end of a busy day!
Body Restore is a small biz!
Promising review: "I kept seeing this product pop up on TikTok so I decided to buy a pack and I'm SO GLAD I DID! These smell so good and are a perfect way to relax while in the shower. I now recommend them to everyone I know!" —Merry
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $29.99 (available in five scents).
31. A coffee book devoted to the ~styles~ of the one and only, Harry Styles. This deep dive into some of his most iconic fits is a dream gift for the person who basically spent 2021-2023 living, breathing, and eating Love On Tour.
One of my close friends actually gifted me this book for the holidays last year and I absolutely ADORE it. Not only does it look beautiful sitting on my coffee table, but it really is such a fun read. The nostalgia of looking back on some of H's best looks (and even identifying some of the looks I was lucky enough to see in person at his concerts) was so fun. I def recommend gifting this book to the Harry fan in your life (or buying it for yourself if you're a fan).
Amazon shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Bookshop shipping info: Standard (4–10 days) and priority (2–5 days) shipping options are offered.
32. Mike's Hot Honey, a delicious spicy/sweet condiment that'll quickly become their new favorite thing in their pantry. It's delicious on spicy foods, savory foods, sweet foods, heck, they may even be tempted to hold it over their mouth and just eat it directly from the bottle.
Check out our Mike's Hot Honey review!
Promising review: "I was a skeptic, but now I AM a believer. This mixed up honey is absolutely fabulous. I ordered three bottles more after my initial order. Why? Because it is really good on everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. Soft pretzels, toast, biscuits, waffles, cereal, yogurt, ice cream, and definitely pizza. Gives everything in your kitchen a small kick of sweet heat flavor without burning your mouth. I have told many of my friends about this magical elixir and they all agree — this is the BEST specialty honey any of us have ever had. Don’t hesitate to buy it. It is absolutely wonderful stuff. I most HIGHLY recommended!" —Jeff R. Clow
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $8.32.
33. A Revlon hot air brush they can use to dry and style their hair at the same time! If they're someone who is often pressed for time when getting ready, this wonderful gadget is a true game-changer.
Promising review: "OH MY LANTA. PURCHASE THIS NOW. YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT. I found this one TikTok and saw the gal's review and had to buy it. I have thick hair and this dries my hair in less than 15 minutes. PLUS I don’t have to fuss with a straightener or a curling iron if I don’t want to!! It leaves my hair so soft and shiny and gives it SO MUCH VOLUME! I recommend this to ANYONE I talk to about it. Seriously my favorite styling tool. Seriously so in love." —Sydney
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $39.87.
Some reviewers with 4a–c hair like this brush but others didn't work — if you're looking to get a gift that was designed with coilier hair in mind, you may wanna check out the Revlon One-Step paddle brush.
34. A mini belt bag that'll become their new go-to accessory the second it arrives on their doorstep. It's a great solution for holding their belongings without having to lug around a big bag. Not to mention, it comes in tons of great colors and it's trendy!
BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly (seen above, right) used this on a 5-day trip to Iceland (it was the only bag she packed!) and loves it:
"I wear a size L/XL in clothing and sometimes waist bags just don't work out so well for me. With this one, I can confirm that it fit around my waist comfortably without outerwear, across my chest without outerwear, *and* over a thick coat and several layers. The pockets inside are so handy and I even had room to spare throughout my Iceland trip. This was the only purse I brought for the whole trip and it performed its job flawlessly. Just make sure that you zip the zipper ALL the way because the zipper goes down pretty far on the sides for easier access to contents. Having my hands free was wildly convenient for a number of reasons, including crawling around inside of an ice cave and putting out my hands for some extra balance while walking on sheets of ice along cliffs. Oh, and it comes in so so SO many colors."
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $14.38+ (available in 43 styles).
35. A long-distance friendship lamp to get for both them and yourself. When the miles separating you two feel too far, one of you can tap your light and the other's lamp will emit a glow, letting them know you're thinking of them. Now it's like you guys are right next to each other!
Promising reviews: "My son is stationed in Washington state and I'm in Texas. My best friend is in Arizona and I'm in Texas. It is great to come home or walk into a room and see it lit up. I love knowing that even though they might be far away, they are thought of often. You won't be disappointed in this purchase." —Monica
Shipping info: Economy, standard, and express (one to two business days) shipping options are offered.
Get them from Uncommon Goods for $198.
36. A soft-serve maker that'll allow them to transform frozen fruit into a refreshing sweet treat.
All the parts are dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "I saw one of these in action at a friend's house like five years ago and thought it was just a made up memory, because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use." —DMCKAY
Shipping info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $34.17.
37. A soup dumpling kit complete with easy-to-follow instructions and the tools needed to make a fun and delicious meal at home.
This kit includes woven bamboo steaming baskets, agar agar, a dough roller, spatula, and instructions. It doesn't come with ingredients so if you want the gift recipient to have those, you'll have to purchase separately!
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: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $50.99.
38. 642 Tiny Things to Draw, a book filled with, yup, 642 small drawing prompts that'll get their creative doodling juices flowing.
Promising review: "I am not an artist but this is fun! I keep it on my nightstand along with some sketch pencils and draw when winding down for the night. Yes, some of the prompts are a bit odd but I just go with it. Sort of tests the imagination! My 10-year-old granddaughter loves it too." —Amazon Customer
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