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1.a craft vault (you read that right – not a kit, a vault) so your child can spend hours making sculptures out of wood, pipe cleaners, or glittery pom-poms. This vault will let their inner artist shine. ✨
Promising review: “Bought this set for my crafty 7 year old nephew and he loves it! This set makes it so easy to make and create everything you need. The box is sturdy and keeps everything organized. I paired it up to come with a craft book. Made the perfect gift! — Courtney
Price:$39.99
2.If your friend is the kind of person who likes to both read and display books, it’s the Book Tower! This tower has 12 shelves, each of which can hold multiple books, and it has a small footprint that doesn’t take up much floor space.
Price: $98.67+ (available in four colors)
3.A super smart adjustable bottle and can cooler that both keeps your friend’s favorite beer, soda or seltzer cans cool and completely insulates the glass bottle with the bottle attachment. Great if your gift giver always brings cool refreshments for beach days, fishing trips or barbecues! Oh, and this cooler includes a bottle opener on top. Isn’t that neat?
Promising review: “Fantastic! I love this product because it works with both bottled and canned beers. Two products for the price of one! It keeps your drink cold for a long time. I’m like it has the lid of a beer bottle so no critters can enjoy your drink! Great product for a great price!” -K. Smith
Price:$26.99+ (available in 11 colors)
4. A lace magazine rack so your gift has a chic place to store all those coloring books, newspapers and magazines that crowd the coffee table. If they like to read the content from their tablet, don’t worry! This would be great in a kid’s room for storing their story time essentials too!
Promising review: “This was a gift for my daughter. She loves it. The quality is excellent, the look blends perfectly into her decor and adds some storage space.” -Amber
Price: $26.99+ (available in two sizes)
5. An outdoor pizza oven, because I’m not implying that your parents have a favorite child, but, mamma mia, you’ll definitely rise in the ranks. This will allow your Italian food loving parents to make their own ~pizza napoletana~ in their backyard.
Promising review: “I love my little Roccbox probably more than I love my kids. It’s the perfect size for a delicious personal pizza that will rise quickly and provide an amazing crust (using the right dough recipe). This is the look I’ve been looking for my whole life. I’ve made about 100 pizzas so far, and it’s held up well. It will get soot on the front and look a little dirty. You can clean it up or leave it alone. It will still make great pizzas. Oh, and it’s just the right size to put in the car for road trips. -K. Brady
Price: $499
6. A set of collapsible colanders for your friends who are on a mission to have as many picnics as possible this summer! This is perfect for when you’re washing fruits and veggies at picnics, the beach, or on camping trips! Plus, since these colanders collapse, they take up very little space when they’re put away!
Promising review: “I love all three of these collapsible colander pots! At first, I thought the large one was too big for my needs, but, I cooked a large pot of pasta and it was perfect for draining pasta. I have a large sink that is large and square on one side and a narrower sink on the other side of the divider. The large colander fits in the large sink with the spreader and fits in the narrower sink that is placed lengthwise. I use the smaller two colanders for washing and draining fruits and vegetables. I like the fact that they fold for storage. These are great quality products.” -Avenue
Price: $13.99 (available in two colors)
7. A small three-bulb tabletop plant glass container that’s basically any plant lover’s version of a Newton’s Cradle – I mean, it’s just waiting to add interest to any table or empty counter space! Your boo can use it to spruce up their office with some low-maintenance plants.
Promising review: “These were very popular with my sister-in-law and stepmother. I just bought the plants, washed their roots, and assembled them to make a perfect gift that looks much more expensive than it was.” -TD
Price: $16.98
8. A rainbow projection light that offers way more than a traditional sunset light. Sure, your buddies can set this color to mimic some killer selfies of prime time, but they can also enjoy the 16 color modes this light must offer for a personalized rainbow lighting effect.
Promising review: “I bought this light for my daughter’s room between fillings. It was so easy to set up; just plugged in and we were ready to go! She was able to figure out the setup from the easy to follow instructions and quickly chose the perfect color for her room. She loves the flexible legs on the stand; easy to attach to her bed frame. Great purchase! — Mary Ellis
Price: $17.79
9. A Breakfast sandwich makers, because enabling your friends to save money on breakfast sandwiches from the deli every morning is the gift that keeps on giving.
Promising review: “This was bought for a white elephant and it was the first one to be snatched. Very nice gift that people may not buy themselves, but definitely something newer and more exotic that they will use. Who doesn’t like breakfast sandwiches? Who doesn’t like a breakfast sandwich? Receiving it as a gift says they do it better than any fast food place, so it’s a great money saver too! It’s also fun to customize it for Sunday brunch. I’d buy one for myself too! –Hype
Price: $26.99 (available in five colors)
10. A smart oven that looks like your regular countertop oven, but is actually so much more. It can also air fry fries, bake, roast and dehydrate. So if your loved one likes to try cooking new foods and complicated recipes but doesn’t have much time (or it’s easy to …… well, how about we put this gently …… “mess ” in the kitchen) , this oven with its easy to control buttons and settings is just perfect for them.
Promising review: “A very good and versatile oven. Easy to use, it has many preset modes that adapt well to different use cases. It is also worth mentioning that it comes with a set of different attachments that are very useful. It heats up much faster than a regular oven, so now we use it almost every day!” –Amazon Customer
Price: $199.99
11. The Nalgene Wide Mouth Water Bottle, is the OG of BPA-free water bottles. i use this bottle religiously and it’s the only thing that ensures I drink two liters of water a day. Whether your loved one needs something to motivate them to sit at their desk and drink more water, or is looking for a fairly indestructible and lightweight water bottle for hiking and biking – this is their new go-to!
Promising review: “I wanted a large water bottle that performed very well in its most basic functions – to carry water and give water when needed. I didn’t want a complex system of lids and buttons and other moveable parts. I just wanted a simple water bottle, but well-designed. I think this Nalgene water bottle excels and is very satisfying. The bottle is large, light, and works well with only one screw cap. I really like it” – Ichio Oh
Price: $12.99+ (available in 22 colors)
12. If you’re a friend of the all-star chef, you can use the Ceramic Frying Pan Set. Not only is this set non-stick (hello, eggs cooked to perfection), but it also comes in some very beautiful colors that will give anyone’s kitchen a new look.
Promising review: “The non-stick surface is non-toxic and works well. Very easy to clean. Seems very durable. We have had two pans for a few months and love them. We will be ordering 5 quarts of stock pots next.” –Filger
Price: $99.95+ (available in four color combinations)
13. A boar bristle brush that will untangle all the knots in your friend’s hair while still being gentle enough to cause little to no curl damage.
Promising review: “I have been using this brush for two weeks now and I love it so much. I have very fine hair so detangling my bird’s nest in the morning can be a daunting task and this brush works wonders without pain. I’ve heard so much about the benefits of boar bristles and I’m so glad I chose this brush that is both stylish and effective. I purchased it along with Misel Hair Brush Cleaner and they do a great job, they complement each other perfectly. Highly recommended! –Katrina
Price: $34.77+ (available in two sizes and two combo packs)
14. A two-tier folding table for the person in your life who is pursuing their career goals, one work day at a time. Giving them the opportunity to create more desk space in case their city apartment is located on the smaller side.
Plus, it’s great for people looking for a more ergonomic desk option rather than a standing desk!
Promising review:“I ordered this desk in a pinch. I live in a smaller apartment in Brooklyn and frankly, I didn’t have the space to put a freestanding desk in with the rest of my furniture. When my company implemented its WFH policy last week, I took a gamble and ordered this desk because 1) I could fold it up and tuck it under my bed, and 2) it was spacious and sturdy enough to actually work. I received it today and I couldn’t be happier. No setup required – pretty much literally took it out of the box, slid it from folded to open and started making it. For the price, functionality and speed of delivery, I can’t recommend this enough!” -Sydney
Price: $79.99 (available in four colors)
15. A set of pasta bowls, because the best thing about eating dinner at home is feeling full and happy! Your food obsessed partner needs a plate that can hold all the delicious foods they love. Bon appetit!
Promising review: “I make a lot of cereal bowls and wanted something that would hold enough food to make a decent meal. These are the perfect size. I love them. They’re a little heavy for them, but that’s one of the reasons they’re fantastic. I liked them so much that I ordered a second set. Would definitely recommend these.” –Coastal Girl
Price: $36.96 for six (available in four colors)
16. Shiatsu massager in case your S.O. always asks for a foot massage at the end of the day. Unlike your human hand, this massager won’t say “too tired” after five minutes. It has six massage heads that can rub tired feet at two speeds as needed. Oh, and it heats up to add to the spa-like experience. Get ready to hear some serious “oohs” and “ahhs”.
Promising review: “I bought this for my husband, he plays a lot of soccer so I thought it would be a great tool to relieve his foot fatigue. He and I have both tried this product and we love it! It feels very comfortable, especially when the heating mode is turned on. Other than that, I think the fact that the massager cover is washable and removable is a great design so we don’t have to worry about odors over time …… I will definitely recommend this product to my friends. ” — Qiu
Price: $59.99
17. A wireless charging pad that allows your loved ones who have always wanted to charge their smartphones, e-readers and AirPods at the same time to enjoy a completely wireless process.
Promising review: “We bought this because of the price and the look. It works great. We had problems with wireless charging because my husband uses a heavy duty case. No problems here. Charging is great and fast. Would definitely recommend.” –Schmitz
Price: $36.95
18. A sleep machine that does more than add beauty to your friend’s nightstand. The device connects to your recipient’s smartphone where they can set sunset and sunrise times, adjust the lighting of the lamp, and even set soothing nature sounds as their alarm clock. If your friend has been struggling to sleep lately, then this will be the most precious gift they’ve ever given.
Promising review:“Love the simplicity of the design. So many features in one place. Looks great. Helps me sleep better on the first night. The sunrise alert is such a calming way to wake up and the sounds included are exactly what I want.” –Amazon customer
Price: $129.99
19. A French press that may look complicated, but is very easy to use! All your friend really needs to do is pour the coffee grounds and hot water (at a temperature of about 190-200 degrees) into a container and wait a few minutes for the coffee to brew. Then press the sieve and voila! Your friend now has a big cup of Joe. Buy this product for a buddy who loves the fine coffee life, but there’s no denying that everything in the kitchen needs to be set to “beginner” mode if you find my idea.
Promising review: “I bought this for my husband after his filter broke. He mentioned that he wanted to start ‘French Pressing’ again, so I saw this on Amazon. I have to tell you, my husband fell in love with this little French press! It’s very sturdy and when we tested it with a strong magnet, it wouldn’t stick, so it’s definitely quality stainless steel. It keeps the coffee hot for up to about 20 minutes. I like it because even though I’m not a coffee drinker, I’m a coffee pot washer …… It’s easy to clean and the wheels and mesh will separate to grind the coffee off if needed.” –PreciselyThere
Price: $22.96+ (available in four sizes and in two colors)
20. There is also a coffee and spice grinder for use with the French press. Any coffee lover will tell you that the secret to the perfect brew is to use freshly ground beans – this keeps the oils within the beans for a richer, more complex taste. And if you’ve been sitting on pre-ground beans for a minute, consider giving yourself a gift, too!
Promising review: “We have been using the Black and Decker spice grinder for years and it has never disappointed. We’ve had our first one for about 10+ years! Finally upgraded to a new spice grinder and stayed true to our brand and have not been disappointed. This grinder works great, is quieter than other grinders and works very well. Highly recommend this one!” —Lakir
Price:$24.99
