The stress of buying a Christmas gift isn’t always about the price tag. It’s also about finding something unique for a friend, family member, neighbor, or colleague. Here are seven unique gift ideas for everyone on your list. There’s something here to put a smile on everyone’s face (all prices in USD):
1. Subscription boxes
Boxes for pet lovers, makeup junkies, and books just scratch the surface. A subscription box will run anywhere from $12 to $100 per month. For this monthly fee, you can gift your friend or loved one with a surprise each month. Plus, you can cater it to their specific interests. Gift gourmet food boxes with cheese or chocolate, give a wine or beer subscription box, give book of the month memberships to literary lovers, and give beauty buffs the chance to get glammed up with a monthly makeup box
2. MasterClass Membership
Your loved ones will learn from the best when you gift them a MasterClass membership. A subscription to MasterClass gives access to high-profile professionals and celebrities in every field. There are over 100 courses in 11 categories. Billed annually, a MasterClass membership costs between $180 to $276. Higher priced memberships offer more perks, but all the classes are always included. MasterClass usually runs a 2-for-1 offer around the holidays
3. Smartwatch
The smarter than ever gift that keeps on giving! Smartwatches can be customized by switching out bands, faces and apps. Everyone’s favorite smartwatch this season is the Apple Watch Series 7, which has a large screen and a QWERTY keyboard. The face can’t be customized, but the backgrounds can be changed. It sells for about $399. You can get them at the major phone carriers and B&H Photo. Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 4 does have the ability to customize its face and sells for about $249. They’re sold through most major phone carriers, as well as Best Buy and Target
4. Custom neon sign
Put your loved one’s name in lights! The new generation of neon lights uses LED bulbs, making them lighter and more energy efficient than light bulbs of the past. Expect to pay anywhere from $350 to $2,000 for these bright and fun signs. You can find dedicated neon stores like Life of Neon, or search Etsy for these signs
5. Personalized Christmas ornaments
Small and special, a personalized Christmas ornament doesn’t even need a tree. It can be hung in a window or over a mantelpiece. You can have an ornament created that suits their profession, their hobby, their pet, favorite sports team, or even an inside joke. Depending on the type of material, expect to pay around $30, including shipping. You can find them at PersonalizationMall.com, Zazzle, and Hallmark
6. SodaStream
Anyone who enjoys seltzer water or other carbonated beverages would love a SodaStream. Water drinkers will be thrilled at the chance to drink something that looks good in a fluted glass. The new Fizzi OneTouch gives you more control over the fizz level than ever. It runs about $100. Find them at Amazon and other stores
7. Ninja 12-in-1 Pressure Cooker and Air Fryer
Everyone will have the year’s favorite multitasking appliance on their holiday list. The Ninja 12-in-1 Pressure Cooker/ Air Fryer is great for anyone that likes to put together fast and easy meals. Not only does this appliance do the job of an instant pot and an air fryer, it will also work as a dehydrator, toaster oven, and yogurt maker. They sell for around $300, but there are some great deals out there right now. Check Amazon, Kohl’s and Macy’s for discounts
