1. Washable, pet-safe fur markers so Fido can be the canvas for their next masterpiece. The set comes with 12 different colors that come off easily with shampoo so they can deck their dog out for holidays, birthdays, or when inspiration strikes.  

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Jim & Gloria is a small business that sells arts and crafts kits. 

Promising review: "These were so much fun! The colors are bright and the pens are easy to use. I highly recommend dyeing your animal; it's a lot of fun! And he looked super cute." —Jenny w.

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $14.99.

2. A Nickelodeon splat magnet for the proud '90s kid who's always up for a bowl of Cookie Crisp and a Hey Arnold! viewing session.  

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JellyCubeShop is a small business based in California that sells 3D-printed accessories.

Promising review: "Great item. Better quality than expected and a perfect gift." —traysay8

Get it from JellyCubeShop on Etsy for $6. 

3. Wavelength — a mind-reading board game that takes seconds to set up, minutes to learn, and only half an hour to play, making it perfect for the person who always wants to bring a game to the shindig. It's a great way to get to know your fellow party-goers and arguably a way better icebreaker than Two Truths and a Lie. 

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Wavelength is a social guessing game where players take turns being "the psychic" and try to get their teammates to correctly guess the location on the spectrum dial that is associated with their clue.

BuzzFeed editor Danielle Healy has this to say about the game: "Everyone I know who has played this game loves this game! Brother, boyfriend, mom — everyone! You learn a little about the "psychic" every time, and it's incredibly flexible to accommodate huge fluctuations in players (2—20). It's a simple concept with a lot of depth since you have to adjust your thinking every round to match that of the 'psychic.'"

Get it from Amazon for $31.49.

4. A roll of pizza stickers because you never know when they're gonna need 600 miniature pie stickers. Well, I guess we do know. The answer is always. 

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Promising review: "Great for passing out; I bought them for my employees in Yellowstone. Even adults went wild for them." —Kaitlin

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

5. A set of vinyl coasters offering a retro (and super cute) way to protect their furniture from condensation. Guests that actually want to use a coaster? How the turntables. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely adore these!!! They are so cute and definitely do the job! They keep the surface free from water rings and make me giggle!" —johnny williams

Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.99. 

6. A layered necklace set with three classic chains — herringbone, curb, and rope — that'll elevate any outfit, even their dog-walking uniform. Thanks to their gold plating, the necklaces are hypoallergenic and tarnish-resistant, making them a great budget option when solid gold is out of the question. 

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Promising review: "I love the way these layering necklaces look! I haven’t taken them off since I received them and they look brand new still. I’ve worn them in the shower, pools, and beach, and they are still perfect." —Allison Kwong

Get them from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three finishes and 14 other styles).

7. A ceramic vase shaped like a stack of books featuring The Big Three — Wuthering Heights, Emma, and Little Women. Now, even their plants can feel well-read. 

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I know some of you would swap Emma for Pride and Prejudice, but Emma gave us Clueless so it deserves its spot on the vase. If you disagree, check out this Jane Austen-exclusive version. 

Reviewers note that this comes with a sticker on it that's hard to remove, so you might need a sticker remover kit. Steel Mill & Co is a small business that sells cute stationery. 

Promising review: "This was exactly what my coffee bar needed to give it a little piece of my personality! It’s so beautiful and the perfect size!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $34.

8. A square magnet you can customize with a picture and sentimental song. Whether you're going with a sweet ballad for your partner or "Crazy Frog" for your weirdo best friend, it's sure to get a lot of use. 

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You can even record your own voice for something even more personal. 

Promising review: "I just got this magnet in the mail today. I am blown away! The size is great, the picture turned out perfectly, and the song I chose for it was great. This is an anniversary gift for my son and his wife. They're going to love it!" —Tami

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 16 colors).

9. An adorable ladybug pin in case they need to manufacture some extra luck. They can pop one on their lapel, hat, tote, or wherever else needs a tiny companion. 

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Krintin Creations is a small business based in Wisconsin. 

Promising review: "Easily the best thing I've bought for myself. I'm so excited to use it." —Moyobp

Get a natural or glittery pin from Krintin Creations on Etsy for $10 (available in 12 total colors). 

10. A canvas board game tote for people who take game night seriously. The bag has a flat bottom and zipper to keep games secure while they're running over to a friend's house to destroy everyone at Monikers. There's also a small inner pocket for smaller games like Strawberry Sunset. 

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Stellar Factory is a small business that sells cute games and accessories. 

Promising review: "Love. I take this to put board games in when we are traveling out of state in case it’s raining, and we don't get bored or to use when going to a friend's house." —Melissa E

Get it from Amazon for $19.95.

11. Talking Hearts — a deck of conversation cards for couples looking to deepen their connection or just pass the time on a long trip. There are 200 questions, plus two wild cards to keep conversation flowing.

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Promising review: "This game is so fun! My husband and I pick one card and if the question is a little more difficult we put it on the fridge and give each other time to answer. Has added a little more genuine conversation into our weeknights raising two girls." —Derrek & Abby

Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

12. A ribbon bookmark so even the novel on their bedside table doubles as charming decor. It may even convince them to finally finish that book you lent them last year. 

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The Bestie Booksleeve is a small business that sells cute book accessories. 

Promising review: "WOW!!! This bow bookmark is a charming addition to any book lover’s collection. The delicate satin ribbon gives it a soft, romantic look, making it perfect for those who appreciate a touch of sophistication in their reading accessories. It securely holds your place without damaging pages and doesn’t add bulk to your book.10/10 highly recommend! 🤍✨" —Bailee

Get it from The Bestie Booksleeve on Etsy for $11 (available in 16 colors). 

13. Murdle: Volume 1 — a book featuring 100 logic puzzles from the popular daily puzzle site, Murdle. Armchair detectives can work to crack the case and find out who did it, where, and with what. There are four levels of difficulty, ranging from elementary to impossible, so they can stay challenged as they go. 

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For Elementary puzzles, they need to find the suspect, location, and weapon. For Occult Medium puzzles, the added challenge is that the murderer always lies, and the other suspects tell the truth! For Hard Boiled puzzles, they also need to find a motive. And for Impossible puzzles, they have to discover all four elements and deal with the lying witness statement from the murderer. Each puzzle has a logic grid to help them keep track of the evidence. 

Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun, but the characters, storylines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes, but this one will keep me busy for a while!" —Liz Gately

Get it from Amazon for $11.77.

And when you need more puzzles check out Volume 2 for $11.36.

14. A fancy book filled with lots of unusual knowledge so they can come prepared with interesting trivia the next time conversation falls flat. They can regale people with facts about Hollywood urban legends, presidential pets, strange sporting events, and more.

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Promising review: "Like most seekers of knowledge I am always searching out unusual and unique books on a wide range of topics. When I saw this huge hardcover 704-page book on Amazon for a bargain price, I just had to have it. The twenty-two chapters cover an enormous amount of interesting and informative information on numerous topics. If you love books that are full of facts and information on a wide range of subjects, you need to have this book in your personal or even public library donation." —Joseph J. Truncale

Get it from Amazon for $11.68.

15. A set of rainbow wineglasses ensuring every guest can have their favorite color...as long as they all have different favorite colors. If a fight breaks out for the green glass, be assured that — at less than $10 a glass — you can always buy them a second set. 

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The Wine Savant is a New York-based small business established in 2017 that specializes in unique, quality drinkware and accessories. 

Promising review: "Love these! Wasn’t ready to splurge on Estelle stemmed glasses so I got these instead. I’ve run them through the dishwasher once so far, and they held up fine. Glass is thin near the top, which I love in a wineglass. I would recommend!" —Tricia

Get a set of six from Amazon for $49.99.

16. ASudoku board game, but with colored balls instead of numbers. They can pick a puzzle from the game book, set it up, and finish filling the board, ensuring no color repeats in any row, column, or square. This is great for people who love puzzles but struggle with numbers (me). 

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Promising review: "I purchased this as a Christmas present for my sister, who loves the normal printed Sudoku puzzles. It was fun for us to solve together while celebrating holidays and she still plays today. It also looks great as a coffee table or shelf display. It would also be a good cognitive game to practice problem/puzzle solving and fine motor skills." —Katherine B.

Get it from Amazon for $26.50.

17. A beeswax tulip candle that looks so much like the real thing, they could probably prank their guests when they light it up. I, for one, would never dare to set something so pretty on fire — it's going under a bell jar, Beauty and the Beast-style, forever. 

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Simple Tulip Pottery is a small business that creates unique candles and ceramics.

Promising review: "These looked really nice and were a nice gift. She did say they were way too pretty to burn, but what can you do? She'll have them forever." —Lee David

Get it from Simple Tulip Pottery on Etsy for $35 (available in six colors).

18. A "from the library of" page embosser or self-inking stamp for the amateur librarian in your life. It'll be the perfect apology gift for all the books you've borrowed and not given back yet. Look, sometimes it's more fun to collect books than read them! 

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Promising reviews: "I have purchased several custom stamps from this company; fast shipping and quality products make these the best gifts!" —Suzanne

"Got this for a friend who loves books and is always loaning them out to other friends. Great quality, and the design was exactly what I ordered and imagined. The time between the order and receiving it was a quick turnaround as well. Thinking of ordering more in the future for other friends. If you’re looking for a thoughtful gift, this is the option!" —Katy

Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in 34 designs and as an embosser or stamp).

19. A set of Globbles, TikTok-famous fidget toys that are squishy, colorful, and stick to any surface they throw them at without leaving a residue. It'll soothe the childhood stress of throwing a sticky hand toy at the ceiling and getting screamed at by their parent for a week straight. 

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Promising review: "Bought a six-pack for my neurodivergent family. We are all either ADHD or autistic. I struggle with compulsive hair pulling and bought these to help keep my hands busy. They are the perfect size, more satisfying than a stress ball, clean easily, fun to hurl at the wall or ceiling, and so far have lasted very well. I did test the durability of one and did break one when I pulled it as hard as I could — the inside looked something like shaving cream and didn’t smell or anything. But if you have a kid who is an aggressive chewer, perhaps keep an eye on them." —Amazon Customer

Get a set of six from Amazon for$9.99. 

20. A lil' kit that'll let them pretend to be a master candy sushi chef. It comes with everything they need to make two pieces of tamago and tuna nigiri, plus one ikura sushi. The salmon roe aspect looks tricky to pull off, but reviewers say they were pleasantly surprised by the painless process. 

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Promising review: "I’ve bought these years ago and decided to buy them again for me and my son. He really enjoyed making the candy/gummies. He was proud of his candy sushi once they were assembled, and of course, he loved eating them. He said they were very yummy. The flavor for all the different little things wasn’t bad but my favorite was the 'seaweed,' it tastes just like grape Hi-Chew (my favorite flavor). I recommend buying these at least once for the kids. It’s fun and a tasty treat. We will look into the other kinds in the near future." —Blythe

Get it from Amazon for $4.99 (also available in a three-pack).

21. A Clogs memory game that tests your ability to remember and match up to 24 pairs of vintage leather shoes. The pack comes with 48 cards and takes 30–40 minutes to play. 

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Beauchamping is a Californian small business that sells prints and games. 

Promising review: "A+. CLOGS CLOGS CLOGS. A+." —A. K.

Get it from Beauchamping on Etsy for $20.

22. A 10-year diary for the journaling experts who are ready to graduate from the famous 5-year journal. Your recipient gets five lines per day to jot down their experiences, plus a prologue and epilogue. Already a cute gift idea, but it's made even better by the gold foil details and delicate illustrations!

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Promising review: "It's exactly what I expected. The paper is lovely to write on, and there is just enough space to put in the day's basics. I like that it's an easy/short diary entry, which makes me more likely to write stuff. The text of the diary is entirely in Japanese, which I do not speak, but this does not impact my using the diary, and the year flows from left to right like most Western books." —ComfyHappyFeet

Get it from Amazon for $31.41.

23. A cleaning toy car that'll be as much a gift for the child as the parent; they'll be crowning you the champion gift giver when playtime becomes clean-the-floor time. The car can hold up to 160 pounds, so some adults can take a spin too!

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Parents can fine-tune the driving experience with adjustable speed options, from 0–5 miles per hour. It comes with an attachable mop that they can add a Swiffer pad or reusable mop cover to. 

Promising review: "If you are thinking of getting something for your kids, don't look any further. Absolutely worth every penny. Only vehicle I have found that goes 5 miles per hour (adjustable speed) in such a compact shape. Not only can it go faster than 99% of other brands, it's cheaper than most, comes with a storage compartment, is sleek to go around corners easily, and has an arm attachment to add a Swiffer to clean your floors. My niece, at under 2, could take corners around this thing at full speed. This thing can handle 140 pounds with no problem at full speed and has no issue holding two kids at once. Don't buy any other slow 1–2.5-mile per hour vehicle when you can get this one. It's a no-brainer. Show your kids how awesome a parent you are, or get it for you and speed around your home. Up to you." —Catalina

Get it from Amazon for$129.59.

24. An alarmingly adorable capybara night-light to keep them company on sleepy summer evenings. They can bop their new silicone friend on the head to toggle through seven different colors and three dimness settings. And if you opt for the flower version, it comes with two different buds to hold. 🥹

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Promising review: "Great fun light for your kids, my 4-year-old uses it to sleep alongside her at night." —Stefanie Marquez

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two styles or an axolotl style).

25. A pretzel-making kit so they can enjoy warm, top-notch soft pretzels anytime they want — no flight to Germany needed. The box comes with step-by-step instructions with kid-friendly illustrations and color-coded ingredients so children as young as five can feel like total baking pros. OK, next question: Should we get some cheese sauce for dipping? 

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Promising review: "This kit was the perfect Christmas gift for our 6-year-old! It was packaged well and clearly labeled, the ingredients were fresh, and included very cute and easy-to-follow directions! It was a great activity for all of us to enjoy together! We did half the regular salt pretzels and half with cinnamon and sugar; both were delicious!" —Austin

Get it from Amazon for$36.99 (also available in four other cooking kits like bagels and cinnamon buns).

26. A miniature wacky waving inflatable tube man in case they wanna grow up to be a used Hot Wheels salesman and need something to draw in new customers.

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This little dancing dude is 17 inches tall! It uses 9-volt alkaline batteries (must be new) or an AC adapter — using an AC adapter with the proper specs is the recommended choice for best performance.

Promising review: "I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery, my hands were trembling with what was going to happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man, I knew I have a friend for life. Someone you can really count on cheering you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness." —Robert Wurstner

Get it from Amazon for $11.66.

27. Mystic Maze — a 1,000-piece jigsaw puzzle that reveals a secret "magic trick" when they complete it. There are also 50 Easter eggs hidden in the complicated design, so they're sure to be thoroughly entertained from start to finish.

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Fun fact: This was the most funded puzzle on Kickstarter at the time, raising over $3 million.

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

Get it from Amazon for $22.99.

If you've given this puzzle in the past, or they're already a fan, consider one of the other versions. 

28. Teeny-tiny onigiri vases who look thrilled by the opportunity to hold their new clippings and flower buds. Each smiling rice ball is handcrafted, so they're all unique. 

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Promising review: "These are literally so, so, so tiny but my daughter loves them! She’s hoping to put an individual four-leaf clover in each (they really are teeny), and it’s going to be adorable." —Jodi

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in cat and ghost styles).

29. A tin of emergency googly eyes sure to help out your friend whenever they're in a pinch during a prank war. The pack comes with three different sizes, so get ready for everything in their home to suddenly start staring back at you. 

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Promising review: "I used these for a prank on my roommate and stuck eyes everywhere. They come in different sizes, some small and some big. They are pretty durable, as we keep finding them on different random objects. They were even stuck onto a door, and stayed the entire time we lived in that apartment. They are easy to use, as the back is sticky. They also put a lot in the single tin." —Flint_Ste.el

Get a tin of 150 from Amazon for $8.95.

30. A"Gracula" garlic crusher that ironically helps them with one of the most tedious chores in the kitchen. Just throw in the peeled cloves, twist, and feel grateful they Let the Right One In...to their kitchen. 

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Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" —Barbie

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

31. A pair of the*iconic* Kaco pens (known for their adorable heart tops) in your choice of Pantone color. They have every Color of the Year going back to 2000, so you can pick a year with sentimental value...or just their fave color. 

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Promising review: "Love the way this pen writes!! It’s so cute, too!" —Isabel

Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 25 colors). 

32. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit that comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel to display their tiny masterpieces. It's perfect for adults and teens looking for a quick project and kids working on their fine motor skills. 

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The kit comes with two landscapes and one portrait of Bob.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and What a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

Get it from Amazon for $6.80.

33. A pocket library complete with mini books (including classics like It, The Hobbit, and Catcher in the Rye). They can give it a shake to satisfy their lust for destruction, then meditatively put the tomes back on their shelves when they need a little screen break.

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Promising review: "Love this product. It’s so cute and really helpful for people who may struggle with anxiety or other mental health concerns. It’s very well-made, and the details on the books are amazing!" —Cora

Get it from Amazon for$12.99 (available in three colors).

34. A cutie pie planner to help them be a busy bee, or more likely a take-it-slow sloth. There's room for appointments, errands, and people to contact...all in due time. 

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Peter Pauper Pressis a family-owned small business founded in 1928.

Promising review: "I am absolutely in love. I have always struggled with being overwhelmed with to-do lists (both having them in my mind and making them). This cute, fun design makes that task less daunting and easier, thanks to how it’s organized. It lets me divide tasks up into immediate needs and tasks to do eventually, as well as gives me a space for appointments and reminders for calling people. I also thoroughly enjoy the mood marker and the 'how was your day' section, as it also helps me track my mood. I absolutely adore this, and it will be a positive permanent addition to my life." —River

Get it from Amazon for $5.95.

35. A pair of darling ice cream bowls with squeal-worthy, flower-shaped bases. Warning: Their ice cream might melt into soup as they take one million photos of the bowls in action. 

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Promising review: "These are so cute you can leave them out! They are well-made, and you can easily put a large scoop of ice cream in there, or any other type of dessert. Jello would look especially nice. The colors are just like the picture. Very good value." —sfrnofls

Get them from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in two colorways and also as drinking glasses).

36. A Lego daffodil kit for decor they can build themselves. The 216-piece set comes with everything they need to build four stems, and at less than $10, it's a steal compared to most Lego kits.

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See more floral options from Lego's Botanicals line.

Promising review: "The Lego daffodils set is a beautiful and relaxing build. The colors are vibrant, and the final result looks stunning in a vase. Great as a gift or for your own home decor. Easy instructions, quick build, and zero watering required!" —Nelson J.

Get it from Amazon for $7.89.

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