If You’re Looking For A Unique And Affordable Birthday Gift, Here Are 28 Options From Uncommon Goods

If You’re Looking For A Unique And Affordable Birthday Gift, Here Are 28 Options From Uncommon Goods

BuzzFeed-Shopping·2025-07-05 15:06

1. An adorable, weighted emotional support sloth because whether they're 5 or 105, they're gonna love the feeling of snuggling up with this comforting, hefty little guy. Plus, his 4.5 pounds of inner nontoxic glass beads are removable, so he can be machine washed!

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They *also* come in weighted hugging versions, too. (As a sloth, penguin, or sea turtle!)

Promising reviews: "Got this for a family member who now uses it every night. People in my family now think higher of me because of this purchase." —Jack

"My daughter and I both love our weighted sloths. She uses it for comfort during bedtime, and I use it while relaxing on the couch. It's great that it is soothing for all ages, adults, and kids, and everyone in our family uses and benefits from it. The quality of the plush and the fact that it is machine washable make it worth every penny." —Lauren

Price: $64 (also available as a puppy)

2. A golf-themed dart board that is a hole-in-one and a bullseye kinda gift for that friend in your life who can't stand the thought of going a whole day without some kind of sporty-adjacent activity.

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Promising reviews: "I gave this to my dad and partner's dad and had equally excited reactions from both! It's the perfect size to hang up in the office or work station and is a fun break. I love that it's scored like real golf instead of darts, so it's familiar to those who play golf." —C S

"The quality of this product is great! Came just as expected and was crafted beautifully! My boyfriend loves golf and recently got into playing darts with his friends, what a perfect blend of the two! We spent more than two hours after opening it, playing with his family and friends! I really recommend it if you need the push to purchase! It also arrived in under a week! What a great product! Uncommon Goods always has the best selections!" —Lila

Price: $50

3. A Book Nook reading valet to hold their spot in their latest read along with their mug of tea, glasses, and phone. Everyone needs a book butler, and they'll love you forever for bringing one into their life!

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Promising review: "This was a holiday gift to myself, and I love it. It's so pretty, and the details are cute, like the words inscribed on the front and back. It has been occupied by my book and tea basically since it arrived. I always know where my book is sitting, and I don't have to go hunt for a bookmark anymore. I'm not sure if being pressed open constantly is good for the book, but I didn't notice any issues with my very large, very heavy fantasy novel that spent a few weeks there. Highly recommend it!" —The Avid Reader

Price: $50

4. A soapstone bear carving kit for the aspiring Ron Swansons in your life who want to try their hand at some truly cool (and uncommon!) DIY. Perfect for crafters of all ages, so long as they can hold up at least eight fingers when you ask their age.

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Each kit comes with everything needed to create a soapstone sculpture, including a precut stone, kid-safe carving file, sandpaper, polishing wax, and buffing cloth. Features a simple five-step guide to make carving fun and accessible for beginners.

Price: $30

5. A tiny tarot deck necklace that you don't need the gift of divination to know they'll love. If they have Polly Pocket in their childhood lore and/or are tarot curious, this gift will work like a charm.

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Promising review: "This is such a beautiful little treasure! It's much smaller than expected, like maybe an inch tall, but its details are fine, beautiful, and quality-crafted. The tarot cards are an exact replica of the original, traditional set, and are so special. It's truly the perfect gift for anyone who loves a unique, beautiful jewelry piece." —Buddha Bliss

Price: $55

6. A personalized mixtape pillow so you can remind them of times gone by and the bright, musical future ahead with a gift that is as sentimental as it is comfy.

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Promising reviews: "Great size for a couch and soft and comfortable to nap on. Looks exactly like the images. I will definitely order from this artist again and recommend this to everyone." —Courtney C

"It's perfect for a gift for a loved one. Good to display." —Tarheel

Price: $65

7. A couch caddy if they're constantly searching in the couch cushions for the remote or spilling their beverage. Who needs a side table when you can give them the gift of everything right beside their elbow?

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Promising review: "I love the design of this. It looks great, seems to be made well, and it works perfectly. When I first ordered this, I wasn't sure how well it would stay on the arm of the couch, but the nonslip material is so good, you can't just slide it on the armrest, you actually need to lift it to move it. Works great, looks great, and I would highly recommend to anyone that (like me) doesn't have room for a side table." —NC

Price: $48

8. A girls' girl tote bag all about women supporting women and making GREAT THINGS happen. Help the feminist in your life lighten the load with this hardy cotton canvas tote that will truly be the gift that keeps on giving.

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Price: $25

9. A pack of eight Sesame Street glowing bath time cubes for the littles in your life who have a healthy obsession with the street where the air is sweet!

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Promising reviews: "Perfect for a lovely bath time with my grandbaby. She just loves the lights! :)" —Nanny

"I loved that these are Sesame Street. I have bought these for other family members and friends. Always a hit." —Julie the Giftologist

Price: $22 for a pack of eight (available in either Elmo/Abby or Cookie Monster/Big Bird)

10. A handmade acoustic frog amplifying phone speaker as quirky as it is useful. They'll adore having a little friend to hang out with on the shelf who can do them a solid by helping blast their fave good vibes playlist.

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Promising review: "I bought this for my son, but I love it so much, I am going to need one too. The glaze is so pretty, and the design is so cute. You can tell up close that it is handmade with love and not mass-produced. Exactly the unique gift I was looking for, and yes, it does amplify and direct the sound well. :) I love it!" —undergawd

Price: $55

11. A cast-iron garlic roaster I'm literally salivating just looking at because I can smell how much the foodie in your life will love this gift. BRB, putting it directly in my cart for my grill-obsessed dad.

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Promising reviews: "This garlic roaster is made so well! The quality is great! My husband loves to smoke food, and this is a great addition to his collection!" —Dani

"Great gift for the chef in your life!! So functional and has so many uses." —Erica

Price: $25

12. A set of guide birds so the lover of whimsy can get the most bird for your bday-gift-giving buck. With a hand-painted bird for each day of the week and an accompanying key to explain their meanings, this is another crowd-pleasing gift you'll want on-hand for a myriad of humans in your life.

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Each colorful bird corresponds to an inspirational word, like joy, courage, and generosity, and is meant to provide positive guidance for your days.

Promising reviews: "These are adorable! My wife loves them. They're well-made and meaningful. I'm really pleased with them. Thank you." —smith1510

"Exactly what I was hoping for — gave to my mom for Mother's Day. She loves them so much that she even travels with them. Very cute and colorful. Seemed sturdy when I held them out of the box, too. Great gift for the person who has everything!" —Michelle in MI

Price: $54

13. A set of eight hanging appetizer boards for their famous get-togethers and charcuterie boards. (A PERFECT gift for the always-host of your friend group or fam!)

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Price: $90

14. A glass-encased orchid that's maintenance-free, ideal for the friend who always manages to unintentionally unalive their house plants. Kept at a stable temp, this little beauty will thrive all on its own and give them the gift of greenery in their home without the stress of caring for it.

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It is an actual living, self-growing orchid that thrives without watering or feeding, thanks to its unique "plant tissue culture technology." The glass dome creates a stable environment, so never open it! All you have to do is ensure the orchid receives regular indirect light, avoids direct sunlight, and remains in an environment of 50–85 degrees.

Promising reviews: "This is truly a stunning product! I love that it's a living plant that requires no watering. I'm excited to watch it grow over time." —Paige

"I'm very impressed with my order and thrilled with my orchid purchase. The item matched the description perfectly and was well-packaged for shipping. I will definitely order here again!" —Amanda

Price: $45

15. A delightfully colorful repurposed sari carryall bag capable of holding alllll their stuff, and looking good while doing it!

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Each bag is one of a kind and handwoven with upcycled sari fabric and jute.

Promising review: "Gave this as a gift this Christmas, and they loved it! Great quality and beautifully made. Would definitely purchase another one!" —SF3

Price: $58

16. A wooden flower bouquet-building kit for craft enthusiasts and newbies alike who would appreciate a truly everlasting bouquet.

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Promising review: "I gave this to my mom as a gift. It is so sweet and enjoyable to put together: Harder to figure out than expected, but she got it. It was joyful to give a gift that was an activity, and then put It in a small vase, and she is enjoying seeing it daily. I love to find surprising, fun gifts at Uncommon Goods!" —CNF123

Price: $40

17. A digital camera FOR KIDS I personally endorse as my tornado of a child has had it for over a year now, and this thing looks as good and works as well as the day we bought it. It can be connected to your computer to upload photos, has ~adorable~ stickers and frames in the in-camera editing software, and is generally a delight.

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It's worth noting that some reviewers take issue with the photo quality (which I actually find to have a charming early 2000s digital camera vibe), but I'll take durability over photo quality any day where kids are concerned!

Promising review: "My 5-year-old received this camera as a Christmas gift. Imagine my surprise when he told us he didn't want to play with his other Christmas gifts. Instead, he asked to learn how to use it and then walked around our house taking pictures and videos of everything and everyone. This camera is easy for him to hold and control, and he has used it every day since. My only criticism is that the quality of the images on the screen is blurry (although my son hasn't said a word about it). For a first camera, it's perfect." —Kate H

Price: $70 (available as a bear and a fox)

18. A hedgehog watering can the gardener in your life will be thrilled to use because it's A) functional and B) cute as heck.

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Promising reviews: "I'm so excited to give this to my sister for Christmas. It will look great in her garden." —Chelebabe

"This silly little guy is so cute that even if it barely worked as a watering can, I would still recommend it. Made me so happy when I unboxed it that I couldn't help laughing until I cried. Gave it to my mom for Christmas, and she also laughed so hard she cried. Worth it!!!" —terry town

Price: $50 (also available as an owl)

19. A charming celestial ceramic mug to remind the coffee/tea enthusiast in your life that they're the star of this story!

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Price: $25

20. A roll-to-play forest adventure book if you're trying to get the tiny humans in your life prepped to join your D&D campaign when they get a little older. Similar to a choose-your-own-adventure book, each roll of the dice leads to a different story outcome.

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Promising review: "Got this as a gift for my niece, and she absolutely adored it!!! The amount of options for each roll of the dice will ensure that she can read it again and again! It's a game and a story-building tool all in one." —Liz

Price: $23

21. A little mushroom garden hedgehog "rumored to bring delight wherever it’s found," and you know what? We'll take all the gosh darn delight we can get in 2025, especially when it comes to little gifts. Adding this to my cart and my heart. (Whether I can bear to part with it or it ends up as a self-gift remains to be seen.)

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Promising reviews: "Was impressed with the quality of the craftsmanship and how quirky it is." —Sctrait

"Originally bought for a friend, and when I saw it, I had to buy one for myself. The hedgehog came exactly as shown online and totally won my heart. I smile every time I see it." —Jill

Price: $26

22. A pair of charming otter keychains because they *otta* know you're the best gift giver around, but if they don't, they will when you give them these friendship keychains.

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Promising reviews: "I bought these for my recently engaged friends. They are well-made and super cute! My friends love animals, and it made the perfect little gift! Would get them again for other couples based on the reaction they received." —Sue

"This was adorable and expressed my sentiments perfectly after 19 years of marriage. As soon as I saw it, I knew it was the perfect way to say I love you to a man who already has everything." —Whit

Price: $34

23. A swiveling tea organizer so they can stop fumbling around with the 500 boxes of tea in their cabinet and instead twirl their way to some cozy organization.

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Promising review: "My tea shelf used to be full of small boxes piled on top of each other. Then I saw this item and hemmed and hawed about whether or not to purchase it. SO GLAD I DID! This is a lot roomier than I expected, and each face can hold upwards of 35 teabags. The little frame on the side where you can put a representative bag from what is in that stack is perfect. Plus, it swivels, so it doesn't take up a ton of space, but every flavor is right on hand. The top comes off for top-loading of teabags. Perfect!" —Bobzwyfe

Price: $48

24. A two-pack of charming banana-saving hats because who doesn't wish their bananas would stay ~fresher~ longer? (While serving fresh looks, if you know what I mean.)

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Promising reviews: "I got these for my husband for Christmas. He loved them and got a kick out of them. He's using them and loves them." —AuntD

"I'm giving these as a gift, but am seriously considering getting them for myself — they are so cute!" —LAGirl

Price: $25 (available in four styles)

25. A Le Sigh tee that the sass-filled person in your life will likely roll their eyes at when they open, but you know will become their fave part of their weekly shirt rotation.

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Promising review: "Got this as a gift for my husband as this is something he says regularly when exasperated with our children. 😆 Color and fit were just as described. Fabric is reasonably soft, but not thin. 👍" —Kendra

Price: $25 (available in unisex sizes S–XXL)

26. A pop-up lemon tree greeting card too pretty to be *just* a card: It's a standing display that has reviewers properly wowed! If you're looking for the perfect card or a quirky little gift that can stand all on its own, look no further!

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Promising review: "This is not just your average pop-up card; it came in a very large, approximately 12x10 lemon-decorated mailer for mailing. Has an additional mini card for writing on, so you don't have to mark up your lemon tree. It's almost as tall as a real plant. It is gorgeous and, from far away, almost looks real. It is extremely well-crafted, thick, and sturdy." —Power

Price: $12

27. A beginner-friendly needle felting kit if they're in need of a new ~super relaxing~ hobby to help countdown the hours until their next birthday.

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Kits include start-to-finish video instructions, an instruction sheet, two color-coded felting needles, felting wool, linen backing fabric, a wooden hoop, and a foam felting mat — you just need your own scissors and glue to finish the project in the hoop.

Price: $55 (available in three styles)

28. And finally, a secret message bracelet they can fill with their own meaningful message or you can fill with yours. Whether you want to write words of encouragement or the inside joke that always makes them snort, this gift is your oyster!

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Promising reviews: "This product met my expectations. It is boxed well and is a fun, unique gift." —KLSullivan

"This is a great gift for oneself and others. It is a wonderful way to create clarity on what matters. The 'word' and intent aspect is beautiful and individualized." —Ray

Price: $48 (available in five styles)

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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