39 Gift Ideas To Impress Every Family Member
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It never gets easier to nail the family gift list no matter how early you start or how much money you spend. There’s also someone you’re not sure about. If you’re trying to avoid buying an uncle’s socks for the seventh year in a row, or are unsure about what to buy your teen niece, we’ve put together a fabulous list of presents that will leave you at the top of the gift-giving table. Forget Santa, you will be Chief Present Buyer when we’re done. This holiday season, we’ve got a little something for everyone in the family – from the kids to the grandparents and everyone in between. Whether you’re on the hunt for that perfect gift, something heartfelt, or just a bit of inspiration, we’ve put together a list of 39 gift ideas that are sure to bring smiles, warmth, and joy to your family’s celebrations. Celebrate the holiday season with thoughtful presents that cater to everyone’s tastes and preferences and make each family member feel extra special this year.
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For Beauty Lovers: A Mini Fridge is a Must-Have
Got a teen that is into their beauty regime? They will love this mini fridge. It’s the perfect size to preserve your favorite products that need to be kept cool. Over 18,000 people have given it a 5-star review. It’s available in seven designs from bright red and you can even get it in a fun cow print. It’s a super-versatile fridge so can even keep your drinks in it when you need to.
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For the Drive-Thru Lover: A Sauce Clip
For those who can’t resist a drive-thru, this dip clip is a saucy solution. It’s a cracking Secret Santa gift. The ingenious Saucemoto clips onto the car’s air vent which means you don’t have to worry about dips dripping into cup holders or sitting unopened.
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For Those Who Love Curls: Heatless Curling Rods
This hair roller set doesn’t need to use any heat to get the curl that you want. The soft foam rods are easier to use and also a great alternative to using damaging hair tools. You can pop them in overnight or while you carry out some chores at home.
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For Those Who Love to Have Fun in the Kitchen: A Soft-Serve Dessert Maker
For those who love to spend time in the kitchen and are conscious about food waste, this soft serve maker turns fruit into a satisfying dessert. All you need to do is freeze the questionable fruit that you have and then pop it into the machine. You can even make pies, parfaits, and sorbets with the recipe book that’s included.
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This Could Be The Best Secret Santa Gift Ever
The Flip-It! Bottle Emptying Kit is the gift that you didn’t know you needed. It is extremely annoying when you can’t get that last bit out of a bottle but now this solves that problem. All you have to do is put on these neat caps which make it easy to squeeze every last drop. You can use it on shampoo, conditioner, and even condiments.
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For the Proud Home Organizer: A Sleek Label Maker
For those who are obsessed with home organization, this is a pretty sleek tool that will be put to good use. You can choose from a variety of fonts on this wireless device and can be used to label everything from makeup to cables, and dry store goods. With one of these in your arsenal, it’d be hard not to give everything a label.
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For Those Who Struggle With Space: The Shelfie
Ideal for those with smaller bedrooms or people living in apartments, the BedShelfie is a neat piece of kit that combines home organization and maximizing space, what’s not to love? It comes in seven different styles, designed to be attached to your bed to make the most of your space. Depending on what size you choose, you can keep your laptop on there or phones and ear pods so they’re within easy reach.
For Those Who Need to Drink More Water: A Motivational Bottle
Staying hydrated keeps you on top of your game. Help a loved one drink more water with this beautiful bottle that comes with handy time markers. The motivational water bottle is designed to make you competitive with yourself so that you can check you’re on target for the day. All you have to do is refill at lunch and then repeat and there’s half a gallon down.
For Those Who Like to Travel: A Little Soap Dispenser
These paper soap dispensers are the perfect traveling companions. They are small and light and hold thin soap sheets that you can use so you won’t find yourself without soap in a bathroom again. The little sheets lather up with water making them ideal for parents on the go, traveling, or camping trips.
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For Those Who Love Cooking: This Food Prep Station Has Got It All
This is for the ultimate foodie. You can use the chopping board for all of your veggie prep while you work through your recipes, storing them in the handy drawers beneath making sure they stay fresh until you’re ready. Then you can add directly from the board and save on cleaning up and reduce mess. It’s great if you want to save time during a dinner party and get all of the prep out of the way before guests arrive.
For Those With a Pooch: No More Mess With This Dog Water Bowl
Does your dog love to make a mess when they are lapping up from their water bowl? This clever water bowl features a floating disk that prevents water from splashing and overflowing and encourages your dog to drink more slowly. All your dog needs to do is lick the disc and the water comes out for them. It keeps the pooch’s water bowl free from unwanted muck like hair, dirt, and dust.
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For the Busy Soccer Mom: A Handheld Mini Vacuum
When you’re ferrying little ones to and from school and classes, they need snacks on the go. And snacks often lead to crumbs. Keep everything clean and tidy with this handy mini vacuum cleaner. It’s perfect for your car, desk, or even around the house if all you’re trying to do is blasting a few crumbs. Rather than getting out your big vacuum or getting service, this little cleaner should help you keep on top of it.
For Parents: Print Out Your Photos With This Amazing Printer
It’s time to get those photos off your phone and out of your cloud and do something cute with them. We know, it’s hard to know where to start. But this portable printer makes life that bit easier to quickly print out your favorites. Making perfect keepsakes or gifts for loved ones. All you do is hook it up to Bluetooth and download an app and you can start printing.
Easy Slides for the Whole Family
It’s like walking on a cloud when you can custom-fit your slippers to your feet. These Cloud Slippers come in 13 different colors and can be molded to your foot by using just a hairdryer in a few minutes. Reviewers love them, with one saying ‘it’s like walking on a marshmallow. While another said ‘If I could give this 10 stars, I would. And I’m picky!’
For Those Wanting to Get Fit: Stride Into Action With a 2-in-1 Folding Treadmill
If you know someone who wants to get their steps up but struggles to find the time, or know where to start, the 2-in-1 Folding Treadmill is great. This is the perfect treadmill that’s not just for running but also for those desk-bound folks who want to sneak in some walking while they work. It also comes fully assembled so it’s good to go straight out of the box.
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For Those Who Love to Rack Up Air Miles: Packing Cubes
Travel influencers swear by packing cubes. They’re like little magic organizers that sort, tidy up, and help you find stuff fast. These also have mesh panels so you can actually see what’s inside without having to unzip and peek. Whether you’re using a carry-on suitcase, a backpack, or a tote, they fit snugly and don’t hog up space.
For the Gamer: A Driving Force Racing Wheel
The Driving Force racing wheel is designed to give you a thrilling ride with PlayStation 5, PS4, and PC gaming titles. It’s all about making you feel like you’re in the driver’s seat of a real car, with precision steering and pedals that actually respond to your every move. You’ll be feeling like a pro racer in no time.
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For the Movie Lover: An HD Video Projector
The video projector is about to take your movie nights to the next level. Even though it’s small, it’s got incredible resolution and Full HD support, and the 3LCD color tech makes the colors pop. It even has an incredible speaker that gives you punchy sound. It even comes with a huge projection screen, allowing you to create your own portable home theater.
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For the Whole Family: Step Into Christmas With These Festive Socks
These charming Christmas socks for the whole family will get everyone into the Christmas spirit. With 60 pairs in this set, you’ll have enough for every day for everyone that’s for sure. Or, you can share between a few of you and have enough to get you through the whole holiday.
For the Little Chef: A Kitchen Step Stool
Give your little one some independence with a KidzWerks kids kitchen step stool. It’s adjustable so will grow with your child. But this kitchen helper stool isn’t just about reaching the counter; it’s all about promoting independence, learning, sparking creativity in your kiddo, and letting your little chef join in on the cooking fun. Plus, it doubles as a handy bathroom stool for those handwashing and teeth-brushing sessions.
For Busy Parents: The Stanley Quencher
Everyone loves the Stanley Quencher. The dishwasher-safe tumbler will keep your favorite beverages hot, cold, or iced for hours. It’s great to take on the road, for new parents, or to leave on your desk to stay hydrated.
For Those Who Love Their Garden: These Solar Torch Lights
These cool torch lights will add some charm to an outdoor space. They are all about giving your patio, garden, yard, porch, and pool area a touch of enchantment. They flicker like real flames, creating that warm and cozy atmosphere that everyone dreams of. Just pop them in a sunny spot, and you’re good to go!
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For the Creative Teens: Temporary Tattoo Markers
Let your kids unleash their creativity with these temporary tattoo markers. You can go wild and draw whatever you like, or use the BodyMark tattoo stencils to jazz up your design and they wash off after a few days.
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Toddler Fun: Play-Doh Farmer’s Market
Let your kiddos have all the fun with this Play-Doh Farmer’s Market. Let their imagination go wild as they make pretend pies and sandwiches with toy kitchen accessories including plates and a smoothie maker.
For the Bag Lady: A Personalized Tote That Holds Everything
A personalized tote is such a sweet touch for someone who can’t go anywhere without a giant bag for all of their essentials. This tote is great for every day or for even vacations. It can take all you need for a day at the beach, like books, a change of shoes, extra clothes, wipes, tablets, and don’t forget the snacks.
For those Who Love Spas: Aromatherapy Shower Melts
Give the gift of a home spa with these aromatherapy shower melts. As you wash in the shower, these melts steam away and release their aromatherapy scents. This pack of six includes scents like eucalyptus mint, citrus grove, and jasmine to help wash away the stresses of the day and ease you into relaxation mode.
For the Star Wars Fan: A Funko! Set of Iconic Characters
Have you got a Star Wars fan in the family? Then they will love this Funko Pop! set of characters. It includes all of the iconic originals – Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and of course, Chewbacca.
For the Person Who Loses Everything: Tile Mates
We all have that person in the family who seems to lose everything, a pack of Tile Mates will help them keep an eye on their stuff without breaking a sweat. The pack of two can be stuck on your keys, toss it in your backpack, clip it to your purse, or whatever you need to. The app will tell you exactly where your belongings are.
For the Host Who Likes to Entertain: Pop Corks in Seconds With an Electric Wine Opener
This rechargeable electric wine opener will make opening wine bottles so much easier! Avoid fumbling with bottles and pop corks in just a few seconds. It’s so easy to use too. Just plop it on top of your wine bottle, hit a button, and boom, your wine is ready to rock.
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Nana and Gramps Will Love the Growing Family Tree
Go for the heart with this growing family tree that’ll keep you on top of birthdays. Add the names of your host’s nearest and dearest along with their birthdays (yes, you might have to do some research) and they will be wowed.
For Those With a Sweet Tooth: Make the Season Sweeter With Christmas Cocoas
Say something sweet with a box of Christmas Cocoas. It’s got 12 different flavored cocoa mixes all dressed up in festive packaging with Gingerbread, Peppermint Swirl, Chocolate Cherry, and even Salted Caramel Donut flavors. You don’t have to stop there, you can add marshmallows, whipped cream, and sprinkles for that extra special treat.
For Someone Who is Always on Their Device: A Handy Screen Cleaner
This is perfect for someone who is always on their device. Get them a spray mist cleaner that doubles as a microfiber cloth. It’s the size of a lipstick, just spray the screen and then wipe it. It can also be used on your laptop or monitor screen so they’re always free from dirty mitts.
For a Teen Who Loves Apple: A Wireless Charging Station
Give your teen the gift of power and make their bedside table a little more zen and get rid of cord chaos with a wireless charging station where they can pop their devices to charge up while they sleep. While there is a light to indicate it’s charging you can switch it off so it doesn’t ruin your sleep.
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For the Dog Walker: This Sleek Belt Bag Will Go Down a Treat
This belt bag will go down a treat. It’s a highly-rated Lululemon dupe without messy branding. It can hold all of your essentials and keep your hands free. What’s not to love? It’s also waterproof, which is handy for the more adventurous folk.
For the Beauty Lover: Hydrating Lip Gloss That’s Not Sticky
Beauty influencers are absolutely in love with this hydrating lip oil that comes in a range of colors that are incredibly popular. The hydrating lip gloss keeps your pout moisturized for up to 12 hours and it’s not sticky either. It’s a fabulous stocking filler.
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For the Health Conscious: A Portable Blender for Fresh Smoothies
This portable blender is super-popular on social media and that’s because not only does it look cute, it’s also incredibly efficient. All you have to do is pop in your ingredients and then when you’re ready for your fresh smoothie or juice, all you have to do is hit that button for your tasty blend.
For the Candle Lovers: An Electric Lighter
For the candle lovers, this electric lighter is the perfect gift. They will wonder how they’ve ever lived without it! The rechargeable lighter won’t get blown out by the wind or snuffed out in the rain when you’re trying to light a barbecue. It’s a handy device to take camping too.
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For Those Who Love Short Breaks: This is the Perfect Weekend Bag
You will struggle to find a negative take on the Etronik weekend bag. It can hold up to five days worth of stuff and it’s even got a padded compartment to keep your laptop safe. This cute weekend bag, which comes in six colors, even comes with a toiletries bag so you can keep these separately and has two shoe pockets.
For Teens: A Handy Book of Mindfulness to Help Deal With Stress
Can you remember being a teen? All that drama and angst? This book, “Mindfulness for Teens in 10 Minutes a Day,” will help your teen find inner calm. With this book, they’ll learn quick and easy mindfulness exercises that will help them take charge of their feelings and keep focus as well as help them to deal with relationships, boost self-esteem, and ace school.
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