36 Unique Christmas Gifts That Everyone Will Be Talking About
Impress everyone on your list—kids, teens, and adults.
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It may sound crazy, but the holiday season will be here before we know it. If you're an early (and smart) shopper, it's time to start thinking about your holiday gift list—especially if you want to impress everyone with unique Christmas gifts this year. Keep in mind: Unique gifts shouldn't be merely silly or funny (although they can be), they should feel personalized and thoughtful.
To compile this list, we researched and vetted the most popular gifts this year, and sorted through top-tested items from our Lab experts, along with items that GH readers are buying right now. Find trendy tech gifts, like a handy smart notebook, and sentimental items such as preserved roses that they'll cherish for years to come. You'll also find some thoughtful picks for him (even if he's impossible to shop for), and one-of-a-kind gift ideas for her, whether she's your best friend, wife, or mother. There's plenty of gift ideas for kids, tweens and teens, too.
Whip up delicious homemade ice cream in just 20 minutes with this affordable ice cream maker. Freeze the base for at least 24 hours, add ingredients, and press the button—that's it.
No green thumb required to keep this calming bonsai alive! This popular LEGO set is perfect for teens and adults who love a fun challenge. Online reviewers love the pretty, intricate design and the option to choose between green leaves or pink cherry blossoms.
These colorful slippers are knit from dead stock yarn—material that often gets thrown away. They're fully fleece-lined, feature slip-resistant padded soles and are available in men's and women's sizes.
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The internet is obsessed with sourdough (still) and this starter kit is a great way to inspire a beginner. It includes a glass jar with measurements, a feeding level band, silicone spatula, cloth cover, and more.
Kids can't get enough of these quirky dragon eggs, available in so many fun colors. Inside, the bendable crystal dragon doubles as a sensory toy as they can twist, pose, and play. Best for kids between 5 and 12 years old.
Bring a spa-like experience into their home—for less only $30. Our testers founds the jets, textured nodules, and bubbles help soothe feet, plus the toe-touch controls makes it easy to adjust settings.
I spotted fish clips on TikTok—immediately obsessed. They can use these cute sardine clips to store half-eaten bags of chips in their pantry. There are also lady bugs, pigeons, cowgirl boots, and more—depending what they're into.
While a mug might seem like a boring gift, hear us out: These handmade glass mugs are adorned with enamel flowers, and there's a matching spoon. There's a number of different styles, including personalized designs for friends and sisters.
Nearly 100,000 Amazon shoppers have tried this wearable sherpa blanket, which was featured on Shark Tank. Reviewers describe it as "soft and comfortable," and some are even calling it the "best thing ever."
Everyone loves a good back massage, but who knew eyes can hold just as much tension? This product claims to relieve puffiness, dry eyes, and dark circles with its two compression modes. It's also heated for ultimate relaxation.
This portable neck fan—rated the best overall by Good Housekeeping Institute experts—will be a savior on the muggiest days. It feature three different wind speeds, which our testers say operated quietly yet efficiently.
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They can grow fresh herbs right from their kitchen window with this garden. It comes with nine reusable pots and seed packets to help them get started.
Kids will get a thrill out of using this cool writing tablet that's equipped to save their work. Use it for educational purposes (it's great for writing, for instance) or let them get creative by drawing colorful graphics with the included stylus.
Their neck and shoulders likely hold a lot of tension, so give them some relief with this useful heating pad. It has six heat levels and four settings, including a heating time of up to two hours!
These beautiful preserved flowers, set on a wooden base, will last three to five years without care. It comes in a beautiful glass dome with soft lighting to really set the mood.
This unique LED lamp (a favorite among GH readers) turns any room into a stunning starlit galaxy. It comes in three sizes and 16 different colors. Children can use it as a nightlight, but adults love the adorable accessory, too.
They'll never lose track of passwords again with this handy book, which includes tabs to find any one they need in a pinch. Almost 40,000 Amazon customers have rated this product, and most say they'd "highly recommend" it.
Make cleaning fun with this sticky goo that magically picks up crumbs and dust from any crevice—think laptop keyboards, car consoles, and cameras. The possibilities are endless!
Line this projector up to any wall to turn a blank slate into 60" to 150" of pure entertainment. Now, they won't have to imagine what it's like to watch Yellowstone on the big screen.
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Even on the coldest winter days, this bluetooth-enabled knit keeps them warm while they listen to music, podcasts, and audiobooks. Since it connects to their phone, they can also answer phone calls totally hands-free.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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