Gift Ideas For All Those Random People You Need To Get A Present For

Doesn’t it seem like your holiday gift list is never-ending? Once you get beyond immediate family and your close friends, it opens up the floodgates for people you may or may not need a gift for. We’re talking teachers, co-workers, your mailman. Instead of defaulting to gift cards, or adding another batch of cookies to their holiday stash, we’re rounding up some cool gift ideas that everyone will love, no matter how random they are on your list!

Live Well Ritual Set

Give the gift of self-care with this calming gift set. It comes with a self-watering herb grow kit, and a mug with a lid and tea steeper so you can make your own fresh cup of chamomile tea.

 

Bistro Spatula + Cookie Cutter Set

A pretty, art deco-inspired spatula that can be used for Christmas cookies and year-round.

Crosley Bluetooth Speaker

Most people on your holiday shopping list love music, so a retro-style bluetooth speaker is certain to be a good gift.

 

Circle Stationary Set

This pretty stationary set is a great gift for the trendy minimalist in your life who already has everything.

 

Velvet Zodiac Journal

The most organized star signs like Virgo, Aries and Taurus will get an extra thrill out of this, but any sign on your list will love it.

 

Hideaway Storage Planter

A stylish gift that’s practical and aesthetically pleasing. Bonus points for gifting it with an actual plant.

 

Stainless Steel Straw Set

Make 2020 the year of no more plastic straws! This set comes in a handy travel case with a cleaning brush so you won’t have to ask your barista for one the next time you need a straw.

 

Pattern Puzzle

The abstract pattern makes this a cool, unique gift for that artsy person on your list.

 

Dining In by Alison Roman

Casual dining in doesn’t have to be boring. If anyone on your gift list enjoys cooking or hosting dinner parties, this cookbook will be a hit.

 

Insulated Lunch Tote

Have a friend or a teacher who is always bringing their lunch to work in a grocery bag? This insulated tote is a useful gift that will be cherished. It also comes in two additional floral patterns if cheeky statements aren’t your thing.

 

Appointed Everyday Classic Stationary Gift Set

We love this brand for sophisticated writing tools and stationary. This gift set is a perfect present for anyone on your list.

 

Music Playing Cards

Anyone on your list will get a kick out of these playing cards, adorned with the faces of all their favorite musicians.

 

To Go Tumbler

An insulated, stainless steel travel mug is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

 

Felt Cozy Carrier Duo

You should never arrive to a party empty-handed, but you can have at least one free hand thanks to this handy tote. It fits two bottles of wine, which pretty much guarantees your role as the favorite party guest.

 

Handful of Stars: A Palmistry Guidebook and Hand Printing Kit

If you’re looking for a unique gift, you’ve found it. Inquisitive minds will love this one.

 

Brew Book + Press Gift Set

The perfect gift for the coffee lover in your life. It comes with a book and a refined pour over set so you can make your best cuppa yet.

 

Ceramic Coffee Mug

And when all else fails, you can’t go wrong with a cute mug!

 

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Author: Samantha Welker

Samantha Welker is the business manager at Glitter Guide. She has an Master's in Corporate Finance & Sustainability from Harvard Business School but prefers working in the creative industry. She also hosts a weekly business podcast for creative women called Pretty Okay Podcast. She loves spending time with her husband and her son, Rocky, in sunny San Diego. Follow along on Instagram