TIP: Sales are all over the place these days, so the prices I list will likely have changed. Stores switch up sales every day or every 3 days. If you see something you want, but the price isn't right, check back in a few days and again until you need to buy it in time to get it. Consider taking what savings you can over waiting too long for things that could run out, like certain toys
WORDLE ORNAMANT
It had to happen, and you know there is someone on your list who would break out in a huge smile to receive this. Super high quality from the best ornament makers I know of: Olde World Christmas. This holiday themed Wordle puzzle is 3.25H X 3.75L X 1.25 W it is thick, with a sparkly back and the 3-D Santa hat draped over the corner of both sides. Check out all the photos, as this one doesn't do it justice. For $24.99.
FLANNEL LINED PANTS
Where do I start? These are just fantastic in every way. Eddie Bauer makes the most comfortable and well made and offers a variety - from jeans, to canvas pants, to wind and water resistant to ones you could ski in! You can move in them and not feel like you've gained 10 lbs. They offer a variety - lighter, heavier, stretchy, and ones with windproof and water resistant material. You are bulletproof in cold temps without having to wear long underwear - or a super long jacket to help you stay warm, but is bulky hone in a car ot walking. Find all their fleece pants here
GIVE AN EXPERIENCE
Great for anyone but especially your folks, grandparents, a client, boss or the hard to buy for... Pick an experience from their extensive list or give a gift card with no expiration date that they can use to pick what they want to do? With a free exchange and planet friendly approach, your gift comes with a personalized note from you and they can choose to do it any time that works for them! Doesn't get better than that!
They offer specialized packages for him, for her, for couples, or grouped by getaways either locally or around the world (from India to Scandinavia to Canada and Mexico). The company, TINGGLY is doing a 30% off Black Friday sale - so don't hesitate to check them out!
MASSAGE GUNS
Hyperpierce makes the one owned by my chiropractor - and he knows his stuff. Choose from several models on the site. They start at $179 and run to about $399 with features like heat included. I invite you to read this Rolling Stone magazine review to learn more about different massage guns to pick what works for your needs and budget.
FYI - I got the IOOKNA (pictured below) during Amazon Prime Days for $79 (now $99). It's QUIET, has a super long battery life, comes with 6 attachments and doesn't vibrate in your hand so much that it interferes with use.
MUSHROOM GROWING KITS
With all the benefits found in mushrooms, people are flocking to buy them in the form of supplements or paying a lot to have fresh from the store. Here's away to grow them at home. I've used Lone Star Mushrooms Grow Kits -a little more money but a bug huge block of them, that definitely grow in 7-20 days a second harvest. I grew a huge blossom of pink oyster mushrooms (they also offer blue) that looked almost like Cala littles. Want to try Lions Mane next! A block arrives, with a little spray bottle. You simply carve an X in the shrink wrapped block and mist regularly - then watch your formidable mushrooms grow into a huge healthy bunch to eat! All are on a Black Friday discount for $27.95 ea. You can also get bundles of two different kinds, on sale for $54 down from $74
NOTE: They need to begin the fruiting process within a few days of receiving the kit.
There is also 2FungusGuys who have oyster and shiitake kits and logs. Both offer quite a few choices for any budget. They claim you can harvest from their logs for up to 3 years. Their kits look a little more involved, great for your tinker-er. If you need a simpler version from this duo, Uncommon Goods is offering a Shiitake or Oyster kit on a log that seems super easy, for only $30.
STYLISH SMOKELESS FIRE
Tis the season, whether you're in Alaska or sunny southern CA, the SOLO smokeless bonfire pit would be welcome by just about anyone.: While this may not be new to you, it's making the Top Gifts list this year because if you've been thinking about it - or want to give a great gift -- if not now, when? The company says: "Our Signature 360° Airflow super-heats air to burn off smoke before it can get to your clothes and hair. And without that pesky “post-fire” smell, teary eyes, or a game of musical chairs to dodge smoke, you can enjoy ultimate warmth without sacrificing comfort."
BONUS: You can get a portable size, great for camping, beach fires, or for mobile or tiny homes! It's on sale now for 224.99 (a savings of $174)!
FAB PICNIC TABLETTE
This handsome Acacia wood table has a place for a beverage bottle and up to 4 glasses with stem, protecting against spills, and plenty of food-grade space in the middle for cheese and fruit, candles etc.. At 5.7 lbs. this folds to carry easily (little magnets keep the legs). Great for taking outdoors after winery tours, for stargazing, glamping or a day at the beach or the park. And the company plants trees for everything purchased. $79 from Komorebi.
TABLET STAND
This solves the problem of trying to lay down and look at your device - phone, kindle, tablet, or even a school book or hardcover novel. For those who load workouts on your tablet then get on a mat in your home workout area, this is a great thing to put on the floor or a table so you can follow without hassles of your tablet slanting where you can't really see it well, or constantly slipping out of place.
I looked at many before choosing, and ordering the Laminal myself. It's the most versatile, offering two sides with different angle, so you can have it standing straighter or at a slant. And with 3 ridges per side, you can adjust it to be a good fit for you. Bonus: those ridges can also hold a writing instrument or remote. Comes in several colors for $20.99 on Amazon.
SAFE BOXES
Sentry Safe is known for quality fire and water proof safes. Why pay 10 times over for a safety deposit box at the bank when you can get into it if there's an emergency. This line of their safes can bolt to the floor, but even the smallest size is tough for a thief to pick up and run with. Its dial lock comes with the combo so you can't personalize, but is superior to digital locks in two ways: No battery to run out, and you don't have to keep punching in the code each time if closes when you're in the midst of removing or replacing multiple things. Check out all their sizes but you can get an .82 (a little bigger than hotel safes), 1.23 or 2.05 cubic ft from $183- 345.
TIP: While you can Google around for the best prices, and Amazon offers it, there's a customer Service benefit to ordering right from the company. And SentrySafe's website has a quiz you can do to find which safe is best for your purposes.
Portable safe boxes may be your pick if you just have passports, a will, extra cash and a few pieces of jewelry. I had one that went through a 4 alarm fire. Even the fridge melted shut, but what was inside the safe survived. I'd suggest getting the 1 hour fire box for $65 but you can get the 1/2hour on sale now for $53 on Amazon.
SPINNER TRAVEL CASE
It ain't called the Apple of suitcases for nothin'. A friend who travels overseas a lot swears by this hard shell suitcase that has a retractible handle and wheels that allow it to easily move in any direction on a dime. It comes in four colors (black, navy, orange and blue) and a size or set for every need. All expand up to 15%. Reduce the stress of travel with this gift! You can find many spinners but her tried and true is the Amazon Basic . I'm recommending the 55cm (21") for $89 because it will fit under your seat or in an overhead bin!
BETTER THAN A BASKET
This is a great little bike bag that doesn't get in the way of your sightline or your legs, while giving a fair amount of room for a flashlight, energy bars, small water bottle, a bike kit, epi pens or whatever you need to carry. Has a waterproof clear pocket for your phone on top with touchscreen ability. so you can play music or use a GPS without a fumble, safely in any weather. Secure fit from 3 velcro straps that wrap around the frame. Makes a great gift! Google around to find other makers or ones that fit their phone. Start with Rock Bros who win awards for the best bike accessories. Runs $20-25 depending on model.
AMAZING LEGACY BOOK
The art, book and photography lover (or the person who has everything) on your list will not have this treasure. Dark Sun, a book focusing on two collections of the life's work of the fine photographer of Barbara Jaffe. So many details, all meticulously created by the artist herself, make it possible to look again and again and see something new. That is the beauty of good art.
Using her 4×5 inch view camera and a variety of black and white and pos/neg Polaroid films, Jaffe creates photographs that are a tribute to the disappearing art of film itself. Thirty years of work are now brought together in Dark Sun, a limited edition publication that is a work of art in itself. For only $48, run don't walk for yours at Barbara Jaffe.com.
WEIGHTED FOR THE RUNS-HOT
DO IT ALL TOASTER OVEN-AIR FRIER-DEHYDRATOR!
DYSON VACCUM
FROTHY ART PLEASE
AWESOME! A milk brother set, that comes with everything they'll need to make cafe perfect cups of coffee or hot cocoa. Comes with the pouring pot to make frothy milk designs as well as stencils and a powder shaker to create pictures with cinnamon or colored sugar. Give with powdered chocolate for an extra treat. Only $35 for everything on Amazon! This should go on my Top Gifts of the Year list!
WEATHER TECH FLOOR MATS
Isn't it time to finally invest in these? Why not splurge on a set of WeatherTech (THE BEST) floor liners for the car or trunk or both? It will save your car for years from wear, tear, soil and heavy cleaning and is well worth the money if you spread it out over a few years. I finally bought some and can't believe I waited so long. Super easy to put in and take out, and handles all kinds of sand, liquid spills, crumbs, snow, mud etc. Sometimes I just shake them out and put them back in. Easy to wash too and dry quickly too. Pursue their site, put in your make and model and choose by the piece.
Looking for more gift ideas, for all ages and ALL the people on your list (the Boss.. the Hard to Buy For... the Tween)? Click the three horizontal lines at the top right of this page, then click labels for the category you want to see all past posts. And don't forget to visit the TOP GIFTS OF THE YEAR, which features what I thought were the best picks each year!
Pls Note: I look for the best prices. Sale and discount codes are accurate at publication date, but may have changed by the time you visit the site. If so, Google an item for the best price!
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