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1. A pair of socks with their pet's face on it so instead of having to whip their phone out to show someone just how cute their pup is, they can simply just pull up their pant leg!
Or you could get them socks with their own face all over it. They'll still show them to everyone.
Promising review: "I bought the socks for a Christmas gift for my 7 year old! She absolutely loves her socks! The quality of the socks and image where great! Would recommend them to anyone." —Geraldine M.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 2–3 days.
Get it from Amazon for $13.95 (available in 39 styles).
2. A customizable long distance mug with a little heart line between two states to show how you and your bestie are still connected even then you're "MIIIIIILESSSSS APAAAAAART" (yes, this is a High School Musical 3 article now).
Cupology is a small business that specializes in personalizable mug gifts. To customize, tap the "Customize & Add To Cart" button, where you'll find options for the states, cities, and countries, as well as personalizable color schemes *and* the option to put a custom quote.
Promising review: "I bought this for my Auntie for Christmas and I absolutely love it! It is beautiful! I liked that I could write my own quote instead of choosing from overused phrases. I can hardly wait for her to open it! I'm planning on ordering another one for my father in law who moved away." —Jessilu
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 3–8 days.
Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in many customizable options and two sizes).
3. A copy of The Book of Myself: A Do-It-Yourself Autobiography in 201 Questions — gift it to your grandma and make time to sit down with her and help her fill it out over a period of time. She'll love getting the chance to spend more time with you *and* you'll get to learn all about her most treasured memories.
This book is a kind of DIY memoir — it goes through three phases of "Early," "Middle," and "Later" years, and has 201 different prompts based on your memories, experiences, and views on the world. Prompts include things like what you would have switched careers to midway through if given the chance, or a present you got from your parents that sticks in your memory, or who you think the funniest person in your family is. This also makes for a lovely gift for family members, so you can all preserve each other's memories!
Get it from Amazon for $11.29 or from Bookshop (to support local bookstores) for $15.81 (originally $17).
4. A personalized towel, so they can ~express themselves~ through the power of words even when they're napping in the sun.
The year I got married my best friend surprised me with this towel — complete with my semi-ridiculous wedding hashtag on it. I can also confirm it's BIG and extremely soft. It's hands down my favorite towel... I loved it so much I returned the favor and got her one when it was her turn to walk down the aisle!
Shipping info: Orders ship in 1–2 days.
Get it from Personalization Mail for $23.99 (originally $49.99).
5. A pavé initial beaded bracelet that'll look fabulous in the stack they've already curated — you can totally get their initial but also the initial of anyone else that's meaningful in their life
I actually just bought this for one of my friend's for her birthday, and she looooves it! I purchased myself a similar one with a Disney twist to it. ✨
Shipping info: Orders placed through 11/30 have guaranteed delivery by 12/21. UPS Ground, UPS two-day, and UPS Overnight shipping are available for an additional charge.
Get it from BaubleBar for $28 (available in 24 letters).
6. An engraved decanter and glasses set for your pal who loves whiskey but would also appreciate putting these out on display as decor. It even all comes beautifully stored in a custom box.
Froolu is a small business! This set comes with a premium decanter, four scotch glasses, four natural slate coasters, and eight stainless steel stones.
Promising review: "This was the perfect gift for my husband. He was gushing over the craftsmanship and the quality. The packaging was great, well protected, and shipped in less time then originally quoted." —QueenOfQueens
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 2–6 days.
Get it from Amazon for $89.99.
7. An engraved keychain to go along with the car you're surprising them with!!! Just kidding, but it will help them *hopefully* keep better track of their keys.
Northwind is a small business!
Promising review: "I am obsessed with this! I’ve tried all sorts of mechanisms to hold my keys, and this one makes it so easy to access my keys, and it’s so attractive! My keys are easily accessible without being bulky at all." —Kasey Mok
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 7–8 days.
Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in various customizations).
8. A fill-in-the-blank book they'll love forever and ever — you'll have to take some time to fill it out, but that should be no problem at all if you're gifting it to someone you love. Perhaps grab a box of tissues for both of you...
Note that filling this out is a bit easier if you look at all the questions beforehand.
Promising review: "Absolutely loved this. It took a little bit of time to fill it out, but it was fun reflecting back on the years. My friend absolutely loved it and said she'd treasure it always. I love how despite its small size, the pages are thick, and it seems like it will last for the rest of her life and maybe beyond." —Lily
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
9. A monogram mug from Anthropologie they've likely had their eye on for quite some time — this one is darling and they'll be thrilled to sip out of it every morning.
I got this mug as a gift last year and love it! It's quickly become one of my faves and I love that my husband can't try to claim it for *his* morning coffee...hehehe.
Promising review: "I have had this mug for years! Easy gift idea and the packaging looks like a gift in itself! I cant recommend enough!" —OliveASpie
Shipping info: Standard shipping is 4–8 business days, but Express and Overnight shipping is available for an additional fee.
Get it from Anthropologie for $14 (available in 23 styles).
10. A delicate initial necklace for anyone who prefers simple jewelry they can wear every day. Get their initial, their partner's, their little one's, or allllll of the above!
Promising review: "The best necklace I’ve ever had!!! It’s the perfect size and length, so dainty! I was worried about the gold fading (because it’s so wonderfully affordable) but it hasn’t — not even a little bit!!! I’ve worn it every single day for about a month now, even accidentally wore it in a pool for a little bit but nothing happened and it’s never been damaged! Has become such a staple for me and my everyday outfit, don’t feel complete without it anymore. Would highly recommend and will be buying another if this one ever breaks!!" —Brittany Burrahm
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $12.59 (clip the coupon on the product page to save 10%; available in 26 letters and 2 styles)
11. A custom photo calendar you can fill with snapshots they've taken on their travels, special memories they've made the year prior, or with 12 different fabulous photos of yourself (why not!).
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 9–14 days, but you can upgrade to Economy or Expedited shipping for an additional fee.
Get it from Artifact Uprising for $29.75+ (originally $35; available in two finishes and eight design styles).
12. A chic glass tumbler featuring their name, so they can continue to drink their go-to icy bevs throughout the entire year (not just in summer) in styyyyle.
Sip-Sip Hooray is a small business.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this glass! It’s so cute, easy to clean, too. Comes with a straw scrubber as well. I look forward to my iced coffee during my work day! It puts a smile on my face." —Ms Prime
Shipping info: Unless noted otherwise in the ordering pipeline, Sip-Sip Hooray ships all items within two days of receiving an order.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 11 styles).
13. A birth flower pendant to celebrate their favorite time of year — no, not the holiday season... we're talkin' about their birthday! Commemorate their birth month at all times with this pretty lil' pendant.
I have one of these beauties featuring the April birth flower for my son's birthday (it's a daisy!) and absolutely adore it. It's great for layering and I will totally get these as gifts for other people. Local Eclectic is a Latinx- and female-owned small business with jewelry you won't be able to help but drool over.
Promising review: "As someone who only wears dainty jewelry, this as definitely out of my comfort zone. But I am obsessed! I have gotten so many compliments. I'll be buying these for my friends for Christmas now!" —Afreen S.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 1–2 business days.
Get it from Local Eclectic for $65 (available in eight styles).
14. A customizable water bottle pouch featuring the ever-recognizable Barbie font — get their name on it, "Kenergy," "Barbie Girl," or whatever other fun 12 character phrase you can think of!
I have many products from BFFs and Babes, a woman-owned small business, and I simply adore them — I've purchased so many as gifts as well! This Barbie-inspired pouch is *easily* the next item on my wish list.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 2–3 days.
Get it from BFFs and Babes for $26 (available in five colors).
15. And a personalizable cup plate so they'll never mistake their cup for yours. IDK about you, but I'm really tired of accidentally drinking out of someone else's straw....🤢.
You can select whether you'd like it for your Stanley cup or a Simply Modern cup! My friend ordered two (seen above) after she was tired of accidentally burning her mouth on her coffee when reaching for what she thought was her water cup. Genius. Stitchin' Pretty is a woman-owned small business!
Shipping info: Orders may take some time due to the nature of small business!
Get it from Stitchin' Pretty for $16 (available in 23 background styles, four fonts styles, four font colors, and three cup styles).
16. A personalized travel case for their jewelry so the next time you guys take off on an adventure together they won't have to untangle their favorite necklaces before getting dressed for dinner.
I have one of these lil' babies and it's been a game-changer for me. The last time I went away I threw all of my jewelry into a plastic bag (I KNOW, I KNOW) but now all of my favorite baubles will travel neatly. I even gifted them to my mom and my MIL!
Shipping info: Order before 12/18 to ensure items arrive by 12/22.
Get it from Mark and Graham for $49.99+ (originally $69; available with or without monogramming and 24 colors).
17. A custom ornament that was clearly *mint* to be theirs — they can admire it year after year and think of you when they lovingly place it on their Christmas tree.
Shipping info: Orders placed through 11/30 have guaranteed delivery by 12/21. UPS Ground, UPS two-Day, and UPS Overnight shipping are available for an additional charge.
Get it from BaubleBar for $50 (available in three styles).
18. A set of custom stickers you'll be able to make of whoever you want — their pet, your own face, Harry Styles, the list goes on and on.
And all you have to do is click 'Customize Now' and then upload a well-lit image! I bought these as a funny stocking stuffer for my husband a few years ago and it was a big hit. My Sticker Face is a small business.
Promising review: "I think this might be one of the best things I've ever bought on Amazon. I bought one sheet for my mom for Christmas, and they just came. She hasn't seen them, but I know they'll crack her up. They look fantastic. I'll definitely buy more!!" —Claudia Basile
Shipping info: Usually ships within 4–5 days.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
19. A splurge-worthy nameplate necklace featuring a delicate bubble design that'll stand apart from all the typical ones everyone else in your life has been sporting — their your moniker, their kid's, or just a word they adore.
I got this necklace for my birthday in 2022 (which happened to coincide with my first Mother's Day) and had it personalized with my son's name on it. I get SO many compliments on it when I wear it! I love that it isn't a typical nameplate necklace — the bubble letter design makes it stand out. I also love that it's dainty and layers beautifully with other jewelry. Each piece comes with free shipping and a lifetime guarantee!
Shipping info: Personalized orders typically ship in 10-14 business days.
Get it from Baby Gold for $200+ (available in six lengths, three metals, and up to 10 "bubbles")
20. A Stoney Clover fanny pack so when they want to go hands-free on their daily walk but don't want to leave their essentials behind (you'll need cash for the inevitable iced coffee you're likely to buy). Add some pizzazz to it by customizing it with playful patches!
One of the things I've struggled with since becoming a mom is having somewhere to put my phone/keys/wallet while *also* carrying a diaper bag and a toddler. Enter: the Stoney Clover fanny pack. It's super cuuuuute, can be personalized with a variety of patches, and truly stays in place while running after my wild child. I'm obsessed with mine and definitely wear it while running errands as well.
Shipping info: Turnaround time varies but will be noted in your cart before you check out.
Get it from Stoney Clover Lane for $98+ (available in 14 styles and with or without customization).
21. A bracelet featuring the handwriting of the person they love most — could be their S.O's, their grandma's, Dolly Parton's, whoever!
All you need is a copy of your favorite person's handwriting to have this one-of-a-kind accessory made. This bracelet has the potential to be either really sweet or very funny — your choice. Caitlyn Minimalist is an Asian woman-owned small business run out of Los Angeles that makes tons of stunning jewelry.
Promising review: "Perfect and exactly as I hoped it would be! Lightweight yet sturdy, and built rounded to sit nicely on the outside or inside of your wrist." —Kimberly Hall
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 9–19 days.
Get it from CaitlynMinimalist on Etsy for $25.90+ (originally $35; available in sizes 5.5–9.6 inches and in three styles).
22. A Birthdate pendant featuring gemstones and crystals based on their astrology and day of birth (obvs) because who doesn't love something customized JUST for them?
Birthdate Co. is an Asian-owned small business! I have one of these necklaces and it really is gorgeous. I love layering it with other pieces of jewelry that I already own. I love that it comes with a complete explainer of each stone that is included in the necklace and why it was chosen. For example, my specific birth date features a sapphire (for presence of mind), a pearl (for purity), a white topaz (for focus and vision), and an emerald (my birth stone). Such a fun and special necklace anyone would be delighted to get as a gift!
Shipping info: Orders are custom made and can take up to a week to ship, however they offer UPS Next Day Air option for those crucial last-minute gifts.
Get it from Birthdate Co. for $149.
23. Monogrammed needlepoint stockings to hang by their fire with care or, you know, wherever they can manage to hang them in your home when the holidays come around. Mine typically live on my bookcase (so my child can't constantly pull them down).
Last year I had to secure a new stocking for my son's first Christmas. I decided to start our family's tradition over and ordered new stockings for all of us from L.L. Bean — they seem to constantly be available and have enough patterns for everyone in the fam to get their own! Next year I'll be ordering another design for my baby girl! The quality is fantastic (as is the needlework) and they look cute with any type of holiday decor.
Promising review: "Love these Christmas stockings! Very well made, large, colorful and personalized. Bought four for each member of the family when my son and daughter-in-law had twins and now bought a fifth for their new baby." —Jan R.
Shipping info: Order before 12/3 to ensure custom items arrive before Christmas.
Get it from L.L. Bean for $29.95 (available with or without a monogram and in nine styles).
24. Or personalized stocking holders, so there will be never be confusion on Christmas morning which stocking each family member should start digging into. These are also a great way to incorporate newer members of the family without having to hunt down a specific matching stocking.
Personalization Mall is a small business that makes a variety of customized items.
Promising review: "Love these stocking holders — so festive, and each of us got to select our own customization. They were everything I wanted. The seller shipped quickly, were very responsive and had great customer service." —Angela H.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 8–10 days.
Get it from Personalization Mall on Etsy for $45.89 (originally $50.99; available in 27 styles).
25. A bookmark book tracker that'll motivate them to actually settle down and read the novel their book club decided on for this month. After they finish a book they can add the title into the spine on the bookmark and color it in — adorable.
Britishbookart is a small business based in the UK that sells paintings of literary characters, like Belle from Beauty and the Beast (my personal fave) and Arya from Game of Thrones, as well as reading trackers and bookmarks.
Shipping info: Orders typically arrive in 8–13 days.
Get it from britishbookart on Etsy for $3.24.
26. A one-of-a-kind beaded bracelet featuring a moon from an impactful night in their life that'll help them fondly reflect.
I own one of these bracelets and customized it with the moon from my wedding night and had it engraved with the date. It's lightweight but durable and really feels special because it represents one of the best days of my life. I've since given it as a gift multiple times!
Promising review: "This is just the cutest bracelet...way better than expected and way prettier in person. It’s light, which is great because I can’t keep heavy/chunky bracelets on for very long. I can wear this all day without it bothering me. I was concerned about the size since I have a very small wrist, but it fit perfectly and has ample stretch for larger wrists as well." —Jessica G.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 48 hours.
Get it from Moonglow for $49+ (available in three colors and with engraving).
27. A Trade Coffee Subscription that'll provide them with new beans to try that have been personally selected just for them — they won't even have to leave the house!
My husband has said this is the best thing I've ever gotten for him — and he's verrrrrry snobby about his coffee. He looks forward to the monthly deliveries and loves that he gets to test out different beans all the time. This site will ask you a series of questions like "How do you usually make your coffee at home?" and "What is your coffee experience level?" and then pair you with a coffee Trade thinks you'd be best suited for. It's like having a barista customize your drink for you all the time! You can choose "The Classics" subscription in which you'll get one to two 12-oz bags per order or "The Hookup" which gets you one pricier 12-oz bag.
Shipping info: You can set your subscription to place an order every 1, 2, 3, 4, or 6 weeks
Get it from Trade Coffee starting at $13.39/month.
Psst: if you prefer iced drinks (ahem, me) check out their cold brew coffee subscription!
28. A personalized cutting board that'll look cute on their coffee table but will also come in handy when they host friends for the first time and want to impress with a 10/10 charcuterie board.
Straga Products is a small business based out of Toronto that sells custom wood cutting boards.
Promising review: "Purchased this cutting board in maple for our first anniversary. It came packaged beautifully, and the etching was perfect. I accidentally set it to ship to an old address, but customer service promptly answered my request to ship it to my new address without a hitch. Not only did we receive a beautiful product at the correct address, but customer service needs were promptly addressed in a timely manner. Thank you for a great product!!" —HopeCameron
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 2–3 days.
Get it from Straga Products on Amazon Handmade for $19.97 (available in 10 styles).
29. A gaming keyboard that features a customizable rainbow backlight and OmniPoint Adjustable Switches that'll make any gamer say, "Ooooh!"
Promising review: "I am extremely satisfied with this keyboard. Let me begin by saying I’m pretty picky when it comes to buying a keyboard. The SteelSeries provides equivalent, if not better, satisfaction to other keyboards I've owned within every click meanwhile maintaining a significantly more quiet sound in comparison to my previous. The color customization on the backlights are never ending with countless of combos and a fair variety of click animations. Overall, I would recommend anyone this keyboard if you are looking for a premium comfort, quality, and quietness." —Catherine Tagle
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $199.99.
30. A date night bucket list kit to provide you and your partner with ideas to make your weekends more interesting and exciting.
You and your partner can spend an entire night brainstorming fun at-home or socially distanced date ideas, write them down on popsicles or use the prompts that are written on each one, then take turns drawing from the tin each weekend.
Promising review: "My friend and her partner LOVED this. They have been trying to grow closer after seven years together romantically and 50+ years of being friends. It brought them excitement and joy. I want to buy myself and my boyfriend one. They are in their seventies. We are in our twenties. It is a gift for all ages that keeps on giving!" —Cady
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in 2–5 business days.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $20.
31. Mid-century cursive house numbers that'll look *so* charming next to their front door — they're bound to get compliments from all their neighbors.
GoHomeNumbers is a small business based out of Melbourne, Florida that sells custom plastic house numbers, letters, etc.
Promising review: "Oh my gosh, I cannot say how thrilled I am with this purchase. Renovating an older home, and these just make it perfect. I smile every time I look at them. I wish I could give 10 stars. Thank you!" —Caroline Frye
Shipping info: Orders typically arrive in 2–11 days.
Get them from GoHomeNumbers on Etsy for $8+ (available in 14 colors).
32. An embroidered hat that'll keep the sun out of their eyes *and* provide them with the Disney Adult energy they've been searching for while scrolling through influencers who seemingly spend every day at Magic Kingdom.
Every hat is made to order and is so well-crafted from this woman-owned small business, you'll likely start making excuses to wear one. Bad hair day every day? Yep, sounds good. You can also have custom embroidery added onto the back! I have and have gifted Claire's items many times now — they never disappoint to impress. 999Spyglass Is a small business based out of Baltimore, Maryland that sells, obviously, embroidered hats!
Shipping info: Arrives in 6-14 days.
Get it from 999Spyglass on Etsy for $26.99+ each (available with or without extra monogramming and in 13 colors).
33. And an engraved heart-shaped locket charm you can count on to bring a tear to their eye — it's a classic gift that you can personalize with an initial or a word and then take it to the next level by adding a photo to the inside. It doesn't get more special than this.
My "son" got me this for Valentine's Day last year (he was 10 months old at the time, so do with that what you will), and it is to date one of the most beloved items I own. It has his initial engraved on the outside and a tiny photo of him on the inside. I will treasure it forever — and I get compliments every time I wear it.
Shipping info: Orders typically ship in two days.
Get it from Catbird for $168+ (available with or without a chain).
34. A custom book stamp they can use to brand all the books in their growing library — look, I don't want to have to quote When Harry Met Sally but "for your own good, put your name in your books right now before they get mixed up and you won’t know whose is whose."
35. This map of the U.S. for the cousin who has soooo many photos from their travels across the states. You can even have it customized with their name printed on it.
36. A "What I Love About You" book full of prompts you can get for your teacher. Fill the book with answers to each prompt and give it to them for a basically guaranteed smile.
37. A cutting board you can have personalized with the name of your sister, who also happens to be the greatest chef in the house. It'll be your way of showing appreciation for all those shrimp scampi dinners she's made you over the years.
38. This inscribed bracelet you can gift to your sister with your own inside joke or words of encouragement printed on it.
39. This journal with their name written on the front — perfect for the dad who's always leaving his musings on sticky notes that easily get misplaced.
40. A pint glass featuring an illustration of your family member and their favorite hobby. It's the perfect way to show your uncle that you have been paying attention to his ramblings about baseball all these years.
41. This tote bag with an illustration of their pet — your dad can use it for grocery shopping and proudly display the face of the dog they said they didn't want (but fell in love with anyway).
42. A pair of 16-karat white gold cufflinks engraved with their initials. These make the perfect gift for the nephew with an upcoming wedding next year.
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