Amazon for special gifts
Most of us are doing the bulk of our holiday shopping on Amazon. Not only is buying gifts for our closest friends, family members, and coworkers on the online retailer super convenient, the prices are usually right, and the selection is extensive, ranging from toys to tech. But when it comes to that special item for a special someone, Amazon might not be the first place you think of—but it should be. From bespoke, one-of-a-kind finds to the most unusual and original gadgets, here are the most 25 unique gifts you can find on Amazon. You should also check out these kitchen gifts you can get on Amazon Prime.
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CabanyCo Personalized Cutting Board
Each of these unique cutting boards ($17) is made from eco-friendly wood and is precision cut and hand-sanded to perfection. You can have whatever you want custom engraved onto it, making it one of the more useful personalized gifts out there. Just don’t wait until the last minute to gift this to your loved one as each board usually takes six to ten days to create. These personalized gifts really go the extra mile.
Tea Drops Herbal Tea Sampler Box
These slightly sweetened tea drops ($17) are made with genuine tea leaves, delicately ground and pressed together with no additives, just tea and a little sugar. They can be easily enjoyed anytime, anywhere! This set comes with eight different varieties of caffeinated and decaffeinated teas. Check out the best subscription boxes for everyone on your list.
Dave’s Wood Designs Handmade Wooden Candy Dispenser
This unique and handcrafted take on the old school candy machine is great for any candy lover in your life. The dispensers ($80) are made with select pine wood, with each holding up to 32-ounces of your favorite candy, including M&Ms, Skittles, Reese’s Pieces, jelly beans, peanuts or trail mix. Simply pull the lever and a proportioned size drops into your hand. Fill it with one of these festive Christmas candies.
Handcraft Ideas Turkish Tea Set
This gorgeous and unique metal cast, hand-painted tea set ($100) includes 25 pieces: one tray, six saucers, six cup holders, six glasses and six lids. The glass inside the ornate metal casing is removable and dishwasher safe. It is available in a gold-tone as well.
Tealyra Matcha Tea Set
Matcha tea is one of those wellness trends that isn’t going away. If your loved one is a fan, then this kit ($37) with everything they need to brew their own (a bamboo chasen whisk, scoop, whisk holder-stand and bowl) is sure to be a hit. These are the best self-care gifts for someone in need of pampering.
AeroGarden Bounty
If your loved one is a fan of fresh herbs, give them the gift of growing them 365 days a year. This Wi-Fi-enabled and Alexa compatible garden ($354) allows you to seamlessly grow veggies or fresh herbs right on your kitchen countertop in water instead of soil. It comes complete with a 9-Pod Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit with Genovese basil, Thai basil, curly parsley, Italian parsley, thyme, chives, dill and mint nurtured by specially formulated Miracle-Gro liquid plant food, enough for a full season of growth. Here’s what to grow with all of those fresh herbs.
Bartesian Premium Cocktail and Margarita Machine
Make the perfect cocktail, no stirring, shaking or blending needed! This cocktail machine ($350) is basically a Keurig for booze, allowing you to craft cocktails in the comfort of home, simply by inserting a cocktail capsule into your Bartesian drink mixer machine, select your preferred strength and press mix. These are the 10 classic cocktails you should know how to make before you turn 30.
KARVD Walls Tiki Wall Mounted Liquor Cabinet
The liquor lover in your life will love this super discreet but stunning hanging Tiki bar ($290), featuring a wood-carved door depicting a vintage-inspired design. Each bar has a flip-down prep tray, tempered glass shelves, a mirrored insert and a safety bottle rod.
Lord’s Rocks Whiskey Stones Gift Set
These whiskey stones ($30) from Lord’s Rocks are essential for the whiskey drinker who doesn’t want their drink diluted by ice. Each of the six included in the set is made of sturdy, pure and natural granite and chill to perfection. The set also includes two whiskey glasses and a wood case organizer. Still haven’t found what you are looking for? Here are some gift ideas for people who are impossible to shop for.
Nature’s Hangout Suction Bird Feeder
You don’t need to have a tree to hang this unique bird feeder ($25)—a window will do! No matter where the bird lover in your life lives, they will love this acrylic bird feeder that attaches to windows via suction cups. If you are worried about its sticking power, don’t be. It has thousands of great reviews on Amazon. These are more of the highest-rated kitchen tools on Amazon.
Nature’s Blossom Bonsai Tree Kit
Did you know that you can grow your own Bonsai trees? This Nature’s Blossom Bonsai Tree Kit ($25) contains everything you need to grow four trees: Jacaranda Mimosifolia; Pinus Aristata; Ficus Religiosa & Picea Mariana. Your tree-loving friend or family member will receive four seed packs, four-peat soil discs, biodegradable growing pots, plant markers and an instruction manual. Stumped on what to get mom for the holidays? Here are some gifts she will actually love.
Original Grain Wood Watch
These gorgeous and rustic looking watches ($284) are handcrafted with reclaimed American Oak bourbon barrels and espresso plated 316L surgical grade stainless steel. The three-hand movement is a reliable Japanese Miyota Quartz and also features a date function. It’s also a gift that keeps on giving: For every watch sold, one tree is planted. These are beautiful gifts that give back.
Katherine Homes Artist Trucker Hat
These original trucker hats ($35) feature original artwork by Katherine Homes with the intention of putting a spotlight on threatened wildlife, wildlands and the importance of conservation efforts through affordable and functional design. Available in a bunch of different animal themes, a portion of every purchase will go to 1% For the Planet and a variety of other organizations working to protect the wild. Looking to save money on your holiday shopping? Here are some gifts that don’t cost a dime.
Tumi Ishi Wood Blocks
These creativity-inspiring Tumi Ishi balancing stones ($42) are made out of cast-off pieces of wood that would normally be discarded. Each piece of wood down to a manageable size, and then each block is shaped individually. Unlike standard square blocks, these multi-sided blocks have many sides making them more challenging to stack. They are a great activity for kids and even a meditative practice for adults. Here are some other gift ideas for kids that aren’t toys.
Relaxation Bath Bombs
This set of six handmade bath bombs ($30) is the ultimate luxury for the bath lover in your life. Each bomb is dye, gluten, phthalates, and paraben-free, and is also vegan. Whether they are soaking away the stresses of the day in the aromas of blossom euphoria, eucalyptus wave, monkey farts, lavender sky, mango-papaya island, or cedarwood forest, your loved one will appreciate the gift of relaxation. Thinking about making holiday gifts yourself? Here are gift ideas for everyone on your list.
Greta Oto Design Personalized Docking Station
This totally customizable docking station ($30) is compatible with all cell phones including iPhone X, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 plus and all Android phones as well as all kinds of tablets. You get to choose the docking station color (cherry, mahogany, neutral, ebony, teak, rosewood, walnut, slate grey) the type of font you want, and then the name you would like engraved. These are the coolest kitchen tech gifts you’ll want to keep for yourself.
Mignon and Mignon Mama Bear Necklace
These bear necklaces ($22) are perfect for that loving mama in your universe. Each mama bear can be customized with a name, while each baby bear can hold one initial. You can also select the color of the necklace and the chain length!
Creations By Will Walnut Safety Razor
This gorgeous, walnut vintage style double edge razor ($40) is truly one of a kind. The handle is made of solid walnut and finished with a waterproof and durable resin that will stand up to the water exposure of wet shaving. It comes with one double edge blade, but replacements are super easy to find and much less expensive than purchasing cartridges. Fives styles of razor heads are available to choose from: chrome, gunmetal, brass, red brass, or gold. These gifts for dad will make you look like a hero.
Old Whaling Company Five Body Butter Set
Old Whaling Company’s handmade body butters ($60) made Oprah’s O List in 2018, so they are luxurious to say the least. This set comes with five 8oz rich and creamy moisturizing body butters: oatmeal milk + honey, seaberry, seaweed + sea salt, French lavender and coastal calm. They are not only handmade, but fresh to order with shea butter, sunflower oil and aloe blend. Looking for more gifts for a beauty lover? Here are 13 crave-worthy options.
Mignon and Mignon Long Distance State Necklaces
Perfect for your loved one who lives across state lines, these customizable necklaces ($30) feature two coins with different states of your choice with a dainty heart coin in between them. They are made out of tarnish-resistant metals—gold, silver or rose gold-plated—and in various chain lengths. Find out more best friend gifts for your #1 pal.
Ariana Ost Engraved Garden Markers
Incredibly elegant as well as unique, these beautiful brass plant metallic markers ($50), created by New York City designer Ariana Ost, are truly special. Ost gathers herbs at the New York City farmers market and turns them into brass metal casts. Each is handmade specific to the plant. This lovely set of four includes lavender, oregano, thyme and sage. You’ll also want to check out this gift guide for bakers.
Open Roads Thick Mexican Yoga Blanket
Even those who don’t get their pose on will love these extra-large (approximately 80″ by 50″) traditional Mexican throw blankets ($40). The handwoven blankets are machine washable and make the perfect beach blanket, a picnic blanket, yoga bolster, decorative throw or a yoga gift. Looking for a perfect gift for your coworker that doesn’t cost a fortune? Here are 18 secret Santa gifts people will actually want.
3 Hanging Harmony Bells
These gorgeous handmade bells ($25) are perfect for the person in your world who enjoys meditative sounds. They can be hung outside in an outdoor garden from their rustic looking ropes and when the wind blows your loved one can enjoy their tranquil sounds.
P&A Designs Lighted Wine Decor
This frosted wine bottle ($24), reading “The Best Things in Life Are The People We Love The Places We’ve Been and The Memories We’ve Made Along The Way,” is filled with 20 little white lights. You can choose from multiple lettering colors, which will come with a matching top.
Elek FX Family Birthday Calendar
All of us know at least one person who is obsessed with remembering everyone’s birthdays. This adorable wood calendar ($19) makes keeping track of import dates super sweet and even decorative. Each calendar comes with 100 disks that can be easily painted with names and dates.
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