Gifts, Gifts, and More Gifts
It’s that time of year again where everyone is struggling to find the perfect gift/gifts or perhaps you haven’t even begun to think about the holidays. In case you need help, here are some ideas for all the categories we focus on here on the site. Take a look and see what you can give to your friend or loved one with the same interests.
Writers
With a little research, you can find just what they need for their aspiring or continued career goals as great gifts.
Master class/Writer Course
Writers are always learning, so gifting them with a master class or writing course would only help them on their writing journey. Trust me, they would be grateful for the thought and chance to learn more!
Domain Name/Hosting
Serious, who doesn’t need one of these nowadays? Everyone has a website and if they don’t, I’m sure they are looking to create one. So, why not give them the gift of a domain and hosting for their own site.
Software
Software to help with writing, editing, or revising is always a godsend for writers of all kinds. Such software as Scrivener, Prowritingaid, and Autocrit are great things to have to help a writer succeed.
Writer Bookends
What writer doesn’t have a bookcase full of books whether they are for learning or pleasure? So, a great gift is some unique bookends to add and compliment their collection. Search here!
Kindle Subscription
As writers, we are always looking for more books to read and access to books without paying an arm and a leg. One way to help your writer friends out is to purchase a kindle subscription for them. No matter the length, they will be grateful for the time they have to absorb every book they can before the subscription ends.
Writer’s Clock
Why not a clock that tells them what time it is. Well what time it is for a writer anyway. There’s nothing better than know what to do when and this example can do just that!
Scents
What writer doesn’t love the scent of books, I mean real paperback book where you physically turn the pages and can smell the ink on the pages as they were meant to be. Yes, we’ve all come to the digital age for reading, but those of us that love books, will enjoy having the scent of the real thing.
LED Pen
Writing can be accomplished during any part of the day. People operate differently and have their specified times for writing. If there is even a chance of them writing in the dark hours of night or morning, this LED pen will certainly come in handy.
Writing Boardgame – Dixit
I, myself love writing and games. This is the perfect combination to relax and play a game while still working through some writing aspects. It’s a great game to play with friends.
Book Box Subscription
There are so many book box subscriptions out there, you’ll be hard press to not find one that your writer friend would love! Check out Cratejoy for a list of book box subscription gifts to choose from.
Gamers
Video Game Scratch Off Poster
What would be the perfect gift for a gamer on your list? Why not a scratch off poster and a challenge in one. Each time they scratch off a game, they play that one all the way through before going to the next one. Fun and a challenge!
Retro Handheld Game
How about something more portable? I don’t know any gamer who doesn’t love to experience the nostalgic feeling of playing a retro game. So, what about a portable retro handheld game like Oregon Trail!
Backlight Strip
Does your friend or family need that extra light while playing on their computer or want to add some accent to their already awesome gaming setup? Here is just the thing to give their area that extra pop of color or compliment to their setup.
Gaming Chair
I don’t know any gamer that isn’t in need of a good gaming chair. One that supports the back and is comfortable for longer gaming periods. It is a must for the avid gamer.
Arcade Style Light Switches
For those who love nostalgic gaming items and love uniqueness, these gifts would be great additions to their game room.
Game Icon Lights
Who wouldn’t love to show their support to their favorite gaming company. These gaming lights are the perfect way to show your support for PlayStation, Xbox and more.
Save Progress Bookmark
This is a great stocking stuffer for the gamer who is an avid reader as well. Save your progress in your book with this progress saving bookmark!
MicroSD Card
Space! Every gamer is looking for more space for their downloaded games. MicroSD cards are a great way to give them that extra space needed for more games!
GameStop/System Network Gift Card
What about gift cards for their system network or local GameStop. Gift cards allow the gamer on your list to choose what games, expansions, or additions they want. It’s the best of both worlds. You give a great gift and they choose the great gift. It’s a win-win! PlayStation or Xbox
Game Themed Gift Basket/Sub Box
As there are multiple book subscription boxes, there are also game subscription boxes available for gamers to enjoy. If you are the creative type, you can create the perfect game themed basket for the gamer in your life. Theme it after their favorite game or gaining in general and they would love either one!
Art
Tracing Light Box
What artist would love a light box to have that extra light to sketch their designs with. Here is the perfect tool for them to sketch and see every detail as they work.
Sketchbooks or Drawing Prompt Books
Always filling sketchbooks, Artists are in need of sketchbooks of all sizes. Especially if they want to travel with their sketchbook. Another thing you could get are prompt books. These books give a prompt on each page for the artist to draw as exercises.
Storage Box With Fold Down Easel
For those who want to travel with their art and easel, here is the perfect gift – a foldable easel with storage box for easy transporting of all the items you need!
3D Pen
If you like to dabble in 3D art, this pen is a great gift for the artist in your life.
Artist Brush and Stylus
I never thought I would see this, but it’s neat that it was created for the artist who uses digital canvases. This brush stylus can give you the edge you need for all your digital paintings.
Artist Portfolio Backpack
All great and budding artists could use a portfolio to keep all their best pieces safe while traveling or just from other people who want to handle them.
Canvas
Those who paint would love more canvases of different sizes for their projects. Or perhaps just a surplus to keep them busy without having to worry about purchasing more later.
Viviva Color Sheets
These sheets are great for the traveling artist. Just a little water and you have a full array of colors at your fingertips to work with!
Digital Graphic Drawing Tablet
Those that do most of their work on devices or computers would love to have a graphic drawing tablet to work from. The ability to connect it to your computer or even your laptop or ipad, the artist can use the pencil to draw while seeing their edits on screen.
Drawing Apps – Procreate
With the creation of drawing apps, there have been many that have become popular to the drawing community from Adobe’s many options to ones like Procreate. Choose one they could use with an Apple Pencil and they have a drawing tablet built into their ipad.
Calligraphy Pen Set
Not all art is in painting and drawing, sometimes it’s the creation of letters. With a calligraphy pen set, your artist can create amazing works of font for any occasion.
Pencil/Paint Roll case
Last, but not least, what artist wouldn’t enjoy having a case to keep all their tools in one place while having them easily portable. These roll cases will give them the portability they need along with organization for their art supplies.
Coffee/Tea
Espresso Machine
This one may be a bit expensive, but a coffee lover would be ecstatic to get a good espresso machine to make at home.
Mugs
Now, I don’t know about you, but mugs seem to be the one thing we have an abundance of. That doesn’t keep us from wanting more. Search some that have entertaining/funny phrases or correlate with their favorite activity and they’ll excuse the fact that they have to find room for one more mug in their already overflowing cabinets.
Milk Frother
What is better with coffee than a bit of frothed milk on top? This makes a great stocking stuffer or addition to any gift for the coffee lover.
Tea Pot/Mug Warner
Another little gadget that makes life just a little bit more enjoyable when you want to keep your tea warm for a longer period of time. Unless the tea was meant to be cold, it just doesn’t taste good when it goes cold.
Coffee/Tea Subscription box
Like all the others on here, there are some great subscription boxes geared toward the coffee and/or tea lover. Check out Cratejoy or do a quick search to find one your friend or family will love.
Tea Infuser/Mug
Yep another mug, but this one would be useful as it has a tea infuser built in for those who want to let their tea steep on the go.
Silicone Pocket Bags
For those who like to to mix their own tea or use loose leaf tea, these reusable packets are a great addition to their tea supplies.
Mug and Coaster Set
Want to get a little fancy? Or just coordinate your bug and coasters. These would make a great gift.
Camping Coffee Maker
The perfect gift for the coffee lover who enjoys camping. The Camping coffee maker allows them to enjoy their coffee while enjoying the outdoors.
Jabuka Twisting Alphabet Game (Coffee Beans)
This game with pieces shaped like coffee beans would make a unique addition to any coffee table for a quick game while enjoying your favorite coffee or tea with friends.
Shortbread and Biscuit Assortment
The best thing about coffee/tea are the snacks that pair well with them. Why not keep some handy or give them as a gift for the coffee/tea drinker on your list.
Honey Spoons
These great spoons come coated with honey and individually wrapped. Add a bit of sweetness to your tea anytime you want without the mess.
Blooming Tea Flowers
These unique flowers bloom while steeping, providing great flavor as they go. Not only are they a great addition to your tea arsenal, but provide a beautiful aesthetic to any transparent teapot.
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Headphone Beanie Hat
Anyone who likes to listen to music while enjoying their favorite activity will enjoy this hat. Use it while gaming, walking, or just relaxing to give yourself the perfect atmosphere.
Ultimate Candy and Snack Box
I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for snacks when enjoying my favorite activities. Whether is movies or games, snacks are always on the mind so why not provide the Ultimate Candy and Snack Box for their snacking needs.
Personalized Water Bottle
Everyone needs to stay hydrated no matter what they are doing. Give them one personalized by you and they will love it.
Blue Light Blocking Glasses
Anyone who spends long hours looking at a screen could use these glasses. They are a godsend for me as looking at a screen to long causes headaches. I could never make it through posts, gaming, or anything else without these glasses that keep blue light from my eyes.
Fruitcake Tradition
That was the year of 1998 and every year since it is passed from one sister to another to disguise and re-gift for the next year. Yep, it’s the same one from 1998 and yes, it’s been wrapped multiple times in plastic wrap and duct tape.
It’s one of the things we look forward to every year and gives us another reason to see each other, cause really who wouldn’t want to see what you could do with a fruitcake?
If you’re interested in seeing what we’ve done with this fruitcake, become a member on Patreon and you’ll have access to all the goodies. I update it every year with the latest disguise. We couldn’t remember all of them when I decided to start keeping track, but will from now on, so head on over and see what we’ve done with it this year!
