Gifts Under $25

Stocking stuffers, Secret Santa and the people you want to remember without making it a thing.

Gifts for Toddlers

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  1. Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube

    Twelve chunky wooden shapes and a cube with matching holes. It teaches shapes and patience, and it survives being dropped far better than the plastic versions.

    Melissa & DougUnder $25

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  2. Mega Bloks First Builders Big Building Bag

    Big, soft-edged blocks that a one-year-old can actually pull apart, which DUPLO is still a little stiff for. The bag doubles as storage.

    Mega BloksUnder $25

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  3. Crayola My First Palm Grip Crayons

    Egg-shaped washable crayons sized for a fist, since toddlers cannot hold a regular crayon yet and snap them anyway. A good first art supply for any one-year-old.

    CrayolaUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Kids Ages 4 to 7

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  1. Kinetic Sand Folding Sand Box

    Moldable sand that sticks to itself instead of the carpet, in a case that unfolds into a play tray. Indoor sandbox, contained.

    Kinetic SandUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Play-Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Colors

    Ten tubs in the standard colors. Play-Doh dries out and gets mixed into brown, so a fresh supply is always welcome.

    Play-DohUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  3. ThinkFun Zingo Bingo Game

    Bingo with a slide-out tile dispenser that kids can work themselves. Pre-readers can play with pictures, and it is quick enough to play twice before bed.

    ThinkFunUnder $25

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Gifts for Kids Ages 8 to 12

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  1. Rubik's Cube

    Plenty of kids this age learn to solve it from videos and then want to get faster. The original brand turns more smoothly than the cheap knockoffs.

    Rubik'sUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Educational Insights Kanoodle

    A pocket-sized logic puzzle with 200 challenges that get properly hard. Fits in a backpack for car trips.

    Educational InsightsUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Klutz LEGO Chain Reactions

    A book and parts kit for building Rube Goldberg machines that combine with the LEGO they already own. Turns a pile of bricks into a project.

    KlutzUnder $25Book

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Gifts for Teen Boys

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  1. Project Hail Mary

    A funny, fast science-fiction novel about a teacher who wakes up alone on a spaceship. It hooks reluctant readers, and the movie version gives him a reason to read it first.

    Andy WeirUnder $25Book

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  2. UNO Show 'Em No Mercy

    The brutal version of UNO, with draw-10 cards and a rule that knocks out anyone holding too many. Teens love how quickly it turns friendly games into feuds.

    MattelUnder $25Stocking stufferWhite elephant

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  3. Exploding Kittens Original Edition

    Quick, chaotic and easy to teach, so it gets played at lunch, at sleepovers and at family gatherings. Fits in a hoodie pocket.

    Exploding KittensUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Teen Girls

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  1. LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask

    The Korean overnight lip balm teens actually ask for. One small pot lasts months, and the berry version is the classic.

    LANEIGEUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  2. Burt's Bees Lip Balm Gift Set

    A handful of flavors to stash in every bag and coat pocket. Cheap enough to give a set to every girl in the house.

    Burt's BeesUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  3. Kitsch Satin Pillowcase

    Satin is gentler on hair than cotton and cuts down on morning frizz. She would never buy it for herself, then won't sleep without it.

    KitschUnder $25

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Gifts for Young Adults

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  1. Lodge 10.25 Inch Cast Iron Skillet

    The pan they will still be using in thirty years. Sears, bakes and goes in the oven, and it comes pre-seasoned.

    LodgeUnder $25

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  2. Microplane Classic Zester Grater

    Zests citrus, grates parmesan and minces garlic. A small tool that makes home cooking taste like restaurant food.

    MicroplaneUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Scrub Daddy Original Sponge

    A smiling sponge that firms up in cold water and softens in hot. It lasts much longer than ordinary sponges and makes a funny stocking stuffer.

    Scrub DaddyUnder $25Stocking stufferWhite elephant

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Gifts for College Students

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  1. Loop Quiet Ear Plugs

    Reusable silicone earplugs that block snoring roommates and noisy halls. Comfortable enough to sleep in and come with a tiny carrying case.

    LoopUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Dash Mini Waffle Maker

    A tiny waffle iron that also does hash browns and grilled cheese. Check the dorm rules first, then enjoy the most popular appliance on the floor.

    DashUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Zebra Mildliner Double Ended Highlighters

    Soft colors that do not bleed through textbook pages, with a chisel tip and a fine tip on each pen. Student favorites for color-coding notes.

    ZebraUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Him

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  1. Carhartt Knit Cuffed Beanie (A18)

    The plain, warm watch cap Carhartt has made for decades. Comes in dozens of colors, fits nearly everyone and lasts for years.

    CarharttUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer

    An instant-read thermometer with a big rotating display. Ends the cut-it-open-to-check method on the grill and in the kitchen.

    ThermoProUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Field Notes Original Kraft 3-Pack

    Pocket notebooks that fit a back pocket for lists, measurements and ideas. A small, well-made thing he will actually carry.

    Field NotesUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Her

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  1. Burt's Bees Tips and Toes Kit

    Hand cream, foot cream, cuticle cream and a lip balm in one small tin. Familiar, gentle, and useful when winter dries everything out.

    Burt's BeesUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  2. Moleskine Classic Notebook, Hard Cover, Large

    The notebook for lists, plans and the ideas she keeps meaning to write down. Lies flat, has a pocket in the back, and survives a handbag.

    MoleskineUnder $25

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  3. Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater

    A rosewater face mist for dry offices and long flights. A small treat she might not buy herself, and easy to pair with a bigger gift.

    Mario BadescuUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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Gifts for Dad

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  1. Klein Tools 32500 11-in-1 Screwdriver / Nut Driver

    The one screwdriver that covers nearly every job in the house, made by a company electricians have trusted for a century and a half. Every drawer needs one.

    Klein ToolsUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. STANLEY FATMAX 25 ft Tape Measure

    A wide, stiff blade that reaches across a room without bending. Replaces the tape that has not retracted properly since 2009.

    STANLEYUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Meat Church Holy Cow BBQ Rub

    A Texas-style beef rub that is a favorite of backyard smokers. Something he will use up rather than store.

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Gifts for Mom

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  1. Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story

    A guided journal of questions about her childhood, her parents and her life before you. She fills it in, and the family ends up with her story in her handwriting.

    Jeffrey MasonUnder $25Book

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  2. Wintering by Katherine May

    A short, gentle book about resting through the hard seasons of life. Good for a mom who has had a tough year and reads before bed.

    Riverhead BooksUnder $25Book

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  3. L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream

    Rich, unfussy hand cream that sinks in fast, in a tube small enough for her purse. Gardeners and frequent hand-washers especially appreciate it.

    L'OccitaneUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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Gifts for Grandparents

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  1. Grandma, I Want to Hear Your Story

    A guided journal of questions about her life, filled in at her own pace. There is a matching Grandpa edition. The family keeps the answers forever.

    Jeffrey MasonUnder $25Book

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  2. Bicycle Jumbo Index Playing Cards

    Normal-size cards with oversized numbers, so nobody squints at their hand. A small swap that keeps the weekly card game going.

    BicycleUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Rummikub

    The tile game that works from age eight to ninety. Easy to learn, hard to master, and big tiles that are easy to read.

    PressmanUnder $25An experience

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Gifts for Coworkers and Secret Santa

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  1. Contigo Autoseal West Loop Stainless Steel Travel Mug, 16 oz

    The lid locks shut until you press the button, so it can ride in a laptop bag without a coffee incident. Keeps drinks hot through a long morning of meetings.

    ContigoUnder $25White elephant

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  2. Exploding Kittens Card Game

    Fifteen-minute rounds and rules you can explain in one breath make it a reliable lunch-break or team-party game. A white elephant favorite that tends to get stolen.

    Exploding KittensUnder $25White elephantStocking stuffer

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  3. Throw Throw Burrito Card Game

    A card game where you throw squishy foam burritos at each other. Loud, silly and good at breaking the ice at an office party where half the room has never spoken.

    Exploding KittensUnder $25White elephant

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Gifts for Couples

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  1. Codenames: Duet

    The cooperative two-player version of Codenames, so they win or lose as a team instead of arguing over the score. Rounds take about fifteen minutes and it travels well.

    Czech Games EditionUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. The Fox in the Forest

    A clever two-player card game built on the kind of trick-taking their grandparents played, with a fairy-tale twist. Small enough to bring to a restaurant.

    Renegade Game StudiosUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Exit: The Game – The Abandoned Cabin

    An escape room in a box that takes an evening to solve and plays well with just two. You destroy parts of it as you go, which is half the fun and means it is a one-time experience.

    KOSMOSUnder $25An experience

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Gifts for Anime Fans

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  1. Bandai Hobby HGUC RX-78-2 Gundam (Revive) 1/144 Model Kit

    The starter Gunpla. It snaps together with no glue or paint and makes a good-looking display piece in an afternoon.

    Bandai SpiritsUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  2. Mr. Hobby Gundam Marker Basic Set

    Fine-tip panel-lining markers that make a snap-together kit look painted. Every Gunpla builder needs a set and few buy them first.

    GSI CreosUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Funko Pop! Animation: Jujutsu Kaisen - Satoru Gojo

    The fan-favorite blindfolded sorcerer from one of the biggest current series. An easy, official pick for a desk or shelf.

    FunkoUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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Gifts for Manga Readers

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  1. Fullmetal Alchemist: Fullmetal Edition Volume 1

    A hardcover edition of one of the best-plotted manga ever finished. A good gateway for readers who saw the anime.

    VIZ MediaUnder $25Book

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  2. Frieren: Beyond Journey's End Volume 1

    A quiet, moving fantasy about an elf who outlives her adventuring party. Wins over readers who are tired of nonstop battles.

    VIZ MediaUnder $25BookStocking stuffer

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  3. Dandadan Volume 1

    Ghosts, aliens and teenage romance at full speed, with wild art. One of the most talked-about series right now.

    VIZ MediaUnder $25BookStocking stuffer

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Gifts for PC Gamers

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  1. Masters of Doom: How Two Guys Created an Empire and Transformed Pop Culture

    The story of John Carmack, John Romero and the making of Doom and Quake. Anyone who grew up on LAN parties will read it in two sittings.

    David KushnerUnder $25BookStocking stuffer

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  2. Blood, Sweat, and Pixels: The Triumphant, Turbulent Stories Behind How Video Games Are Made

    Ten chapters, ten games, each one a near-disaster that shipped anyway. It explains why their favorite game was delayed twice better than any forum thread.

    Jason SchreierUnder $25Book

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  3. Razer DeathAdder Essential Wired Gaming Mouse

    The DeathAdder shape has been around for well over a decade because it fits most right hands. A sensible spare for travel or for the friend who still games on a laptop trackpad.

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Gifts for Nintendo Switch Fans

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  1. Nintendo eShop Gift Card (Digital Code)

    Lets them choose their own game or DLC, which beats guessing. Arrives by email, so it works on December 24th.

    NintendoUnder $25Arrives by email

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  2. amiibo Mario (Super Mario Bros. Series)

    A small, well-painted Mario figure that unlocks bonuses in many Nintendo games. Fans line these up on the shelf by the TV.

    NintendoUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  3. amiibo Link (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom)

    Link in his Tears of the Kingdom outfit, which unlocks a paraglider fabric in that game. A small display piece for the Zelda fan specifically.

    NintendoUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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Gifts for Cozy Gamers

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  1. Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer

    For the person whose tea goes cold because they had to finish one more in-game day. Simple, and it does exactly one job.

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  2. Harney & Sons Hot Cinnamon Spice Tea, 30 Sachets

    Sweet and spicy without any added sugar, in a tin that looks nice on a desk. Pairs well with a long evening of watering crops.

    Harney & SonsUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  3. A Psalm for the Wild-Built

    A tea monk and a robot wander the countryside asking what people need. Short, kind and quiet, which is exactly what cozy gamers like about their games.

    Becky ChambersUnder $25Book

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Gifts for D&D and Tabletop RPG Players

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  1. Chessex Gemini Polyhedral 7-Die Set

    A full set of the seven dice D&D uses, in two-tone swirled colors. Chessex has made dice for decades, so these roll true and come in dozens of colors to match a character.

    ChessexUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. EXPO Vis-a-Vis Wet Erase Markers

    The marker every Game Master uses to draw dungeons on a battle mat. Wet erase means it does not smudge when someone leans on the map, then wipes off with water.

    EXPOUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  3. WizKids D&D Nolzur's Marvelous Miniatures

    Primed, unpainted official D&D miniatures, sold in pairs and small sets. A good match for a character they play, and a weekend of painting if they want it.

    WizKidsUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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Gifts for Board Game Lovers

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  1. Codenames

    Two teams, one-word clues, a grid of cards. Works for four to a dozen people and with people who say they do not play board games.

    Czech Games EditionUnder $25Stocking stufferWhite elephant

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  2. The Crew: Mission Deep Sea

    A cooperative card game where the table has to win specific tricks without talking about their hands. Small box, huge replay value, very popular with gamers who like a puzzle.

    KOSMOSUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Sushi Go Party!

    A fast card-drafting game for up to eight, with a menu of options so it never plays the same way twice. Easy enough for kids, clever enough for adults.

    GamewrightUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Puzzle Lovers

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  1. White Mountain Puzzles Candy Wrappers 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

    A cheerful collage of retro candy wrappers, a favorite for years. The pieces are thick and fit snugly.

    White Mountain PuzzlesUnder $25An experience

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  2. Ravensburger Krypt Silver 654 Piece Puzzle

    A solid-silver puzzle with no image at all, assembled from the outside in. For the puzzler who has run out of challenges.

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  3. Ravensburger Sort Your Puzzle

    Stackable trays for sorting edges and colors. Keeps pieces off the floor and away from the cat.

    RavensburgerUnder $25

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Gifts for Minecraft Fans

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  1. LEGO Minecraft The Chicken Farm 21585

    A small farm build with Minecraft's chickens. A good first LEGO Minecraft set, and it slots in alongside whatever sets they already have.

    LEGOUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. UNO Minecraft

    Regular UNO with Minecraft art and a special creeper card. Easy, cheap, and it travels.

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  3. Minecraft Minecoins Pack (Digital Code)

    In-game currency for skins, texture packs, and worlds from the Marketplace. Kids would rather spend it themselves than receive an add-on someone else picked. Bedrock edition only.

    MojangUnder $25Arrives by email

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Gifts for Pokémon Fans

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  1. Ultra PRO 3x4 Toploaders (25 Count)

    Rigid sleeves for the cards they really care about. Unglamorous, always running out, and a solid stocking stuffer for any collector.

    Ultra PROUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Dragon Shield Matte Card Sleeves (100 Count)

    The sleeves serious players use: thicker and more shuffle-friendly than the ones in starter boxes. A deck of sleeves is something card fans burn through and rarely buy for themselves.

    Dragon ShieldUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Pokémon Pikachu 8-Inch Plush

    The official Pikachu plush from the licensed toy maker, soft and well sewn. Younger fans want the real thing, and the knockoffs look noticeably off.

    JazwaresUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for LEGO Lovers

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  1. LEGO Botanicals Daisies 11508

    A small bunch of daisies that takes half an hour to build. Easy to add to a bouquet they already have, or to give alongside something bigger.

    LEGOUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  2. LEGO Botanicals Cosmos Flowers 11514

    A few stems of cosmos flowers. A small set that suits a coworker or a stocking.

    LEGOUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  3. LEGO Classic Green Baseplate 11023

    A 32x32 stud baseplate. Every builder needs more of these to build on, and nobody ever thinks to buy them.

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Gifts for Star Wars Fans

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  1. Funko Pop! Star Wars: The Mandalorian - Grogu

    A small, cheerful vinyl Grogu for a desk or shelf. An easy stocking stuffer for the fan who started with The Mandalorian.

    FunkoUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  2. Star Wars: The Mandalorian The Child 11-Inch Plush

    The official soft Grogu with the big ears. It ends up on the couch, in the car, and in many adults' offices.

    MattelUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Star Wars: Heir to the Empire

    The 1991 novel that introduced Grand Admiral Thrawn and reignited Star Wars between the trilogies. Required reading for anyone who loved Thrawn in Ahsoka.

    Timothy ZahnUnder $25Book

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Gifts for Harry Potter Fans

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  1. The Tales of Beedle the Bard

    The wizarding fairy tales from Deathly Hallows, including the Tale of the Three Brothers, with Dumbledore's notes. Many fans have never read it.

    J.K. RowlingUnder $25Ages 8+BookStocking stuffer

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  2. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Parts One and Two (Playscript)

    The script of the stage play, set nineteen years after the last book with Harry's son at Hogwarts. Reads quickly, and fans who have not seen the show can finally join the arguments about it.

    J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack ThorneUnder $25Book

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  3. UNO Harry Potter

    Regular UNO with Harry Potter art and a special Hogwarts rule card. A quick game for a family movie marathon.

    MattelUnder $25Ages 7+Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Marvel Fans

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  1. Funko Pop! Marvel: Spider-Man

    A small vinyl figure for a desk or shelf. Funko makes almost every Marvel character, so swap in their favorite if it is not Spidey.

    FunkoUnder $25Stocking stufferFor display

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  2. Marvel Comics: The Untold Story

    The behind-the-scenes history of Marvel, from Stan Lee and Jack Kirby to bankruptcy and the movies. Movie fans learn where their heroes came from; comics fans get the gossip.

    Sean HoweUnder $25Book

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  3. Daredevil: Born Again

    Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli's classic in which the Kingpin destroys Matt Murdock's life. A complete story in one book, and one of the best Marvel comics ever printed.

    MarvelUnder $25Book

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Gifts for K-Pop Fans

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  1. Ultra PRO 3" x 4" Toploaders

    Rigid sleeves that keep photocards flat and unscratched. Fans go through stacks of them, and they make good stocking stuffers.

    Ultra PROUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Korean Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide to Learning the Korean Language

    A friendly self-study book for fans who want to understand lyrics and livestreams without subtitles. Starts with Hangul and builds up.

    Billy GoUnder $25Book

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  3. K-Pop Confidential

    A YA novel about an American teen in a Seoul trainee program. Fun, and fans appreciate how much it gets right about idol life.

    Stephan LeeUnder $25Book

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Gifts for Book Lovers

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  1. Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light

    Hangs around the neck and lights the page without lighting the room, so a partner can sleep. Works for paperbacks and e-readers alike.

    GlocusentUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Vekkia Clip-On Book Light

    A small rechargeable clip light with warm and cool settings. Better than a phone flashlight for late-night chapters on a plane or in bed.

    VekkiaUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Book Darts Bookmarks, 50 Count Tin

    Thin bronze clips that point to the exact line they want to remember, without damaging the page. Gets used by readers who refuse to dog-ear.

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Gifts for Fantasy and LitRPG Readers

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  1. The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson

    Book one of the Stormlight Archive, the big modern epic that many readers rank above everything else. For someone who has finished their last series and wants a long one.

    Brandon SandersonUnder $25Book

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  2. Mistborn: The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

    A heist novel in a world where the hero won, with a metal-burning magic system that rewards attention. The usual entry point to Sanderson.

    Brandon SandersonUnder $25Book

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  3. Cradle: Unsouled by Will Wight

    Book one of the series that defined progression fantasy: an underdog fighting his way up a ladder of power. Short, fast and very bingeable, and the series is complete.

    Will WightUnder $25Book

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Gifts for Audiobook Listeners

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  1. JLab Go Air Pop True Wireless Earbuds

    Tiny, cheap earbuds with a long-lasting case. A stocking stuffer for the listener who keeps losing theirs.

    JLabUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Apple EarPods (USB-C)

    Wired earbuds that never need charging, for the listener whose wireless pair always dies halfway through a chapter. Plugs into a recent iPhone or iPad.

    AppleUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Anker Nano Charger 20W USB-C

    A tiny fast charger for the bag, so a dead phone does not end the book on a cliffhanger. Unexciting and always used.

    AnkerUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Crocheters and Knitters

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  1. Clover Locking Stitch Markers

    Markers that clip open and closed, so they work in crochet and knitting alike. Every maker loses these, so more are always welcome.

    CloverUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Clover Chibi Darning Needle Set

    Bent-tip yarn needles for weaving in ends, in a little case that stops them from vanishing. A tiny tool used on every project.

    CloverUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Clover Kacha-Kacha Row Counter

    A click counter for keeping track of rows and repeats. Easier than tally marks on the pattern.

    CloverUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for People Who Sew and Quilt

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  1. OLFA 45mm Rotary Cutter RTY-2/C

    The standard quilter's rotary cutter with a safety lock. A useful spare, or a gift for a new quilter still using scissors.

    OLFAUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Clover Wonder Clips

    Small clips that hold binding and thick layers better than pins and never stick a finger. Quilters always need more.

    CloverUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Aurifil Mako Cotton Thread 50wt Large Spool

    Fine, strong, low-lint cotton thread loved for piecing. Gift a neutral color like gray or cream that goes with everything.

    AurifilUnder $25Gets used upStocking stuffer

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Gifts for Artists and Painters

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  1. Winsor & Newton Cotman Watercolour Sketchers' Pocket Box

    Twelve half-pans and a brush in a small box with a built-in palette. The classic travel watercolor set, with reliable student-grade paint.

    Winsor & NewtonUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Pentel Arts Aquash Water Brush

    A brush with water in the handle, so there is no cup to spill. Essential for painting on the go and loved by people who sketch in parks.

    PentelUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Sakura Pigma Micron Fineliner Pens, 6-Pack

    Archival ink pens that will not smear under watercolor or markers. Inkers and sketchers go through them quickly.

    SakuraUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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Gifts for Home Cooks

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  1. Microplane Premium Classic Zester Grater

    Turns citrus peel, Parmesan, garlic, ginger and nutmeg into fluff in seconds. Cooks who have one reach for it constantly; cooks who do not have no idea what they are missing.

    MicroplaneUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler, 3 Pack

    A cheap Y-shaped peeler that is sharper than most expensive ones and makes short work of potatoes and squash. Three in a pack means one for them and two to keep.

    Kuhn RikonUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Maldon Sea Salt Flakes

    Pyramid-shaped flakes for finishing a steak, a salad or a chocolate chip cookie. It is the salt chefs keep in a dish by the stove, and a box lasts months.

    MaldonUnder $25Gets used upStocking stuffer

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Gifts for Bakers

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  1. Escali Primo Digital Kitchen Scale

    Weighs in grams and ounces with a tare button, which makes recipes repeatable and means fewer dirty measuring cups. A simple, durable scale bakers have trusted for years.

    EscaliUnder $25

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  2. OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Multi-Purpose Scraper & Chopper

    A bench scraper divides dough, lifts sticky bread off the counter and cleans up flour in one sweep. The ruler on the edge helps with rolling out to size.

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  3. Wilton Angled Spatula, 9 Inch

    An offset spatula keeps knuckles out of the frosting and gives cakes a smooth finish. Once bakers start using one, it goes on every job from brownies to lifting cookies.

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Gifts for Coffee Lovers

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  1. Hario V60 Ceramic Coffee Dripper, Size 02

    The pour-over cone most specialty cafés use, with a spiral inside that lets them control how fast the coffee drains. A clean, bright cup from one inexpensive piece of ceramic.

    HarioUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Chemex Natural Coffee Filters, Square, 100 Count

    Chemex owners have to use these thick bonded filters, and they always run out. Unglamorous, but appreciated.

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  3. Lavazza Super Crema Whole Bean Coffee, 2.2 lb

    A mild, nutty blend made for espresso that also works in a drip machine. The big bag suits the person who drinks three cups a day.

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Gifts for Tea Lovers

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  1. Yorkshire Tea, 160 Tea Bags

    The strong, everyday British tea that holds up to milk. For the person who drinks four mugs a day and finds American tea bags weak.

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  2. Twinings English Breakfast Tea, 100 Bags

    A reliable, smooth black tea that suits almost anyone. A good choice when you know they like tea but do not know their favorite.

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  3. Rishi Tea Masala Chai Loose Leaf

    Organic black tea with real cardamom, ginger and cinnamon, made for brewing strong with milk. Much more fragrant than chai concentrate.

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Gifts for Home Bartenders

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  1. OXO SteeL Double Jigger

    Measures accurately with markings inside the cups, which matters because balance is everything in a cocktail. Free-pouring is how drinks go wrong.

    OXOUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Cocktail Kingdom Koriko Hawthorne Strainer

    A tight spring that holds back ice and citrus pulp when pouring from a shaker tin. The strainer used in a lot of professional bars.

    Cocktail KingdomUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Cocktail Kingdom Teardrop Barspoon

    A long, weighted spoon that spins smoothly in a mixing glass for stirred drinks like Manhattans and Martinis. Feels very different from a kitchen spoon.

    Cocktail KingdomUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Grillers and BBQ Lovers

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  1. OXO Good Grips 16 Inch Locking Tongs

    Long enough to keep hands away from the coals and strong enough to flip a whole rack of ribs. The scalloped tips grip without tearing meat.

    OXOUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Weber 12 Inch Three-Sided Grill Brush

    Cleans the top and both sides of each grate at once. Clean grates stop food sticking and give better sear marks.

    WeberUnder $25

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  3. Meat Church Holy Gospel BBQ Rub

    A blend of two of the Texas company's best-sellers, savory with a little heat, and good on brisket, chicken and pork. Grillers who watch BBQ videos will know the name.

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Gifts for Gardeners and Plant Lovers

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  1. Corona ClassicCUT Bypass Hand Pruner, BP 3180

    A reliable, resharpenable pruner for someone who keeps losing cheap ones in the mulch. Good as a spare to keep by the back door.

    CoronaUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Radius Garden 102 Ergonomic Aluminum Hand Trowel

    The odd circular grip keeps the wrist straight, which matters to anyone with sore hands after an afternoon of planting bulbs.

    Radius GardenUnder $25

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  3. Pine Tree Tools Bamboo Gardening Gloves for Women

    Thin enough to handle seedlings and pull small weeds, but coated palms keep soil out. Most people only own one bulky pair.

    Pine Tree ToolsUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Campers and Hikers

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  1. Sawyer Products SP128 Mini Water Filtration System

    A tiny, light filter that screws onto a bottle or pouch. Many hikers carry one as a backup even if they own a bigger system.

    SawyerUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Light My Fire Spork Original

    Spoon, fork and a serrated edge in one piece that weighs almost nothing. The classic stocking stuffer for anyone with a backpack.

    Light My FireUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Nalgene Sustain 32oz Wide Mouth Bottle

    Nearly indestructible, takes boiling water, and fits most filters. Hikers lose and dent these, so a fresh one is always welcome.

    NalgeneUnder $25

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Gifts for Runners

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  1. Feetures Elite Light Cushion No Show Tab Socks

    Snug, targeted-compression running socks that do not bunch or slip. Runners go through socks fast and rarely buy the good ones for themselves.

    FeeturesUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. SPIbelt Original Running Belt

    A slim stretch pouch for phone and keys that does not bounce. Better than a jacket pocket or an arm band.

    SPIbeltUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Body Glide Original Anti-Chafe Balm

    The stick distance runners use before long runs and races. Unglamorous, but every marathoner knows why it is in the stocking.

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Gifts for Gym Lovers

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  1. BlenderBottle Classic V2 Shaker Bottle, 28 oz

    Everyone who lifts has a shaker that smells faintly of old protein. A fresh one with the wire whisk ball is a real kindness.

    BlenderBottleUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Gymreapers Lifting Straps

    Padded straps that let them hold heavy deadlifts and rows when grip gives out before the back does.

    GymreapersUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Gymreapers Weightlifting Wrist Wraps

    Stiff wraps that support the wrists on heavy pressing. A cheap upgrade for anyone benching or overhead pressing seriously.

    GymreapersUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Yoga Lovers

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  1. Manduka Recycled Foam Yoga Block

    A dense, stable block that does not squish under weight like the cheap ones. Most people need a pair for restorative poses.

    MandukaUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Gaiam Cotton Yoga Strap

    A simple D-ring strap that helps with hamstring stretches and binds. Small, cheap, and used every session.

    GaiamUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. ToeSox Grip Full Toe Bellarina Socks

    Grip socks for barre, Pilates and chilly studio floors. A fun stocking stuffer for anyone who goes to class.

    ToeSoxUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Golfers

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  1. Frogger Amphibian Golf Towel

    A towel with a wet side and a dry side that clips to the bag. Cleans clubs and hands without needing a second towel.

    FroggerUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Pitchfix Original 2.0 Divot Repair Tool

    A spring-loaded pitch mark repairer with a removable ball marker. Nicer than the free plastic forks they collect.

    PitchfixUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. PuttOut Pressure Putt Trainer

    A small ramp that only keeps the ball if the putt is struck perfectly. Turns hallway putting into a real practice game.

    PuttOutUnder $25White elephant

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Gifts for People Who Fish

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  1. Booms Fishing E1 Fishing Pliers

    Aluminum pliers with braid cutters and a split-ring tip, plus a lanyard and sheath. Replaces the rusty pliers in the tackle bag.

    Booms FishingUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Booms Fishing CC1 Fishing Line Cutter

    A retractable clipper that cuts braid cleanly and clips to a vest. A cheap, useful stocking stuffer.

    Booms FishingUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Plano 3600 StowAway Utility Box

    The standard clear tackle tray with adjustable dividers. Anglers always need one more for sorting hooks and soft plastics.

    PlanoUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Woodworkers and DIYers

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  1. Swanson Tool Speed Square

    The original rafter square. Marks quick, accurate cuts and lasts forever.

    SwansonUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue, 16 oz

    Waterproof wood glue that works indoors and out. They will use it up, so it is never a wasted gift.

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  3. RAK Magnetic Wristband

    Holds screws and nails on the wrist while working on a ladder. A fun stocking stuffer that gets real use.

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Gifts for Car Lovers

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  1. Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash, 64 oz

    A pH-balanced wash that will not strip wax like dish soap does. A consumable they will happily use up.

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  2. Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Detailer

    A spray detailer for removing dust and fingerprints between washes. Good for keeping in the trunk before a car show.

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  3. Chemical Guys Workhorse Professional Grade Microfiber Towels

    Thick microfiber that will not scratch paint. Car people never have enough clean towels.

    Chemical GuysUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Tech Lovers

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  1. Anker Nano USB-C Charger 20W

    A tiny wall charger that fast-charges a phone. Everyone needs one more for the bag, the car or the bedside, and Anker's hold up.

    AnkerUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Anker USB-C to USB-C Cable 240W (6 ft, 2-Pack)

    Braided, long and rated for laptop charging. Replaces the frayed cable they have been nursing for a year.

    AnkerUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Cable Ties

    Reusable hook-and-loop straps for taming the cables behind a desk or in a travel bag. Unglamorous, and used constantly.

    VELCRO BrandUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Programmers

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  1. A Philosophy of Software Design

    A short, clear book about keeping code simple, by a Stanford professor. Readable in a weekend, and useful whether they write Python or Rust.

    John OusterhoutUnder $25Book

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  2. The Phoenix Project

    A novel about an IT manager trying to rescue a failing project. Anyone who has lived through an outage or a doomed launch will recognize every character.

    Gene KimUnder $25Book

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  3. Death Wish Coffee Whole Bean Dark Roast

    A very strong dark roast with a name programmers find funny for some reason. Good for the long debugging session.

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Gifts for Photographers

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  1. Giottos Rocket Air Blaster AA1900

    The rubber bulb every photographer ends up using to puff dust off a sensor or lens without touching it. It beats canned air, which can spit propellant onto glass.

    GiottosUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. LensPen NLP-1 Original Lens Cleaning Pen

    A brush on one end and a carbon cleaning tip on the other, small enough to live in a jacket pocket. It lifts fingerprints off a lens in the field without fluid or a cloth that has been rattling around a bag.

    LensPenUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. ZEISS Lens Cleaning Wipes, 200 Count

    Individually wrapped wipes from a lens maker, so they can toss a few into every bag. Useful on lenses, filters, the camera screen and their glasses too.

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Gifts for Musicians and Guitar Players

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  1. D'Addario EXL110 Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings, 3 Pack

    The regular light gauge most electric players already use, in a three-pack. Strings are consumable, and nobody minds having spares in the case.

    D'AddarioUnder $25Gets used upStocking stuffer

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  2. Dunlop Tortex Standard Guitar Picks, 12 Pack

    Picks disappear into couch cushions and laundry at an alarming rate. Tortex is the familiar matte pick that grips well, and a dozen buys some time.

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  3. D'Addario Eclipse Headstock Tuner

    A clip-on tuner with a bright, readable screen that works on guitar, bass and ukulele. Most players own one and have misplaced it.

    D'AddarioUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Vinyl Record Collectors

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  1. Boundless Audio Record Cleaner Brush

    A velvet and carbon fiber brush for a quick sweep before each side. Every collector should own one, and they wear out.

    Boundless AudioUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. AudioQuest Anti-Static Record Brush

    A carbon fiber brush from an established hi-fi brand that pulls dust out of the grooves and reduces static. A small, useful stocking stuffer.

    AudioQuestUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Big Fudge Vinyl Record Cleaning Kit

    A brush, cleaning solution and stylus brush in one box. Good for the newer collector who has been wiping records on a T-shirt.

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Gifts for Cat Lovers

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  1. GoCat Da Bird Original Feather Wand Cat Toy

    A wand toy whose feathers spin and flutter like a real bird. Ask cat owners which toy their cat goes wild for and this one comes up again and again.

    GoCatUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Cat Dancer 101 Cat Toy

    A springy wire with cardboard rolls on the end, unchanged for decades and loved by cats who ignore expensive toys. About as cheap and reliable as cat gifts get.

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  3. Yeowww! Catnip Banana

    A cotton banana packed with strong organic catnip. Cats that respond to catnip kick and drool on it for years, and it makes owners laugh.

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Gifts for Dog Lovers

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  1. KONG Classic Dog Toy

    The red rubber toy that bounces unpredictably and can be stuffed with peanut butter or kibble. Freeze it stuffed and it keeps a dog busy for a long while.

    KONGUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Chuckit! Ultra Ball, 2 Pack

    Thick rubber balls that bounce high, float, and outlast tennis balls, which dogs shred and which wear down teeth. Fetch-obsessed dogs go through them quickly.

    Chuckit!Under $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Chuckit! Classic Ball Launcher

    A long-handled thrower that sends a ball much farther than an arm can and picks it up without touching slobber. Fetch dogs and their owners both approve.

    Chuckit!Under $25

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Gifts for Nurses

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  1. Pilot G2 Premium Retractable Gel Pens, 12 Pack

    Pens walk away on every hospital floor, and nurses who bring their own good ones watch them vanish. A dozen G2s keeps their pocket stocked for a while.

    PilotUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  2. O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream

    A thick, unscented hand cream made for people whose hands take a beating. Constant washing and sanitizer leave nurses' hands dry, and this is one many already know.

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  3. Burt's Bees Beeswax Lip Balm, 4 Pack

    Hospital air is dry and masks make it worse. Four tubes means one for the pocket, the locker, the car and home.

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Gifts for Teachers

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  1. Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point, 12 Count

    The colored felt-tip pens many teachers grade with, because they do not bleed through paper. They run out over a school year, so a fresh pack is always used.

    Paper MateUnder $25Stocking stufferGets used up

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  2. EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 12 Count

    Whiteboard markers dry out constantly, and schools never seem to have enough. The standard brand in most classrooms.

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  3. Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, 12 Count

    Scented markers that teachers use for anchor charts and that students always remember. Bright, chunky lines that read from the back of the room.

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Gifts for Travelers

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  1. MZOO Sleep Eye Mask

    A contoured mask that blocks light without pressing on the eyes. Makes overnight flights and bright hotel rooms bearable.

    MZOOUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter

    One adapter with slide-out plugs for most countries and several USB ports. Replaces a bag of adapters.

    EPICKAUnder $25

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  3. humangear GoToob+ Travel Bottles, 3 Pack

    Squeezable silicone bottles that do not leak in a toiletry bag. Ideal for carry-on liquids.

    humangearUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Homebodies

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  1. Ghirardelli Premium Hot Cocoa, Double Chocolate

    A rich cocoa mix that tastes like melted chocolate rather than powder and water. Made for snowy nights in.

    GhirardelliUnder $25Gets used upStocking stuffer

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  2. Amish Country Popcorn Variety Pack

    Several heirloom kernel varieties with different textures, from tender baby white to crunchy blue. Pair it with the Whirley Pop for movie nights.

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  3. The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

    A warm, funny fantasy novel about a caseworker and an orphanage of magical children. It is the kind of book people read in one weekend under a blanket.

    Tor BooksUnder $25Book

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Self-Care Gifts

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  1. Alaska Bear Natural Silk Sleep Mask

    A soft silk mask that blocks light for naps and early sunrises. Light enough to forget you are wearing it.

    Alaska BearUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Dr Teal's Pure Epsom Salt Soaking Solution, Eucalyptus & Spearmint

    A big bag of scented Epsom salt that turns any bath into a soak. Inexpensive enough to tuck into a larger gift.

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  3. InnoGear Essential Oil Diffuser

    A small ultrasonic diffuser with a soft light and auto shut-off. Good on a nightstand or desk.

    InnoGearUnder $25

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Gifts for Writers and Journalers

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  1. Midori MD Notebook A5

    Cream paper in a simple cover that lies flat. Takes fountain-pen ink well, and minimalists love it.

    MidoriUnder $25

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  2. Field Notes Original Kraft Memo Book (3-Pack)

    Pocket notebooks for grocery lists, story ideas and overheard dialogue. Writers go through them at a steady pace.

    Field NotesUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen

    A metal-bodied fountain pen with a smooth Japanese nib, often recommended as the best first fountain pen. Comes with a cartridge and converter.

    PilotUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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Gifts for Space and Science Nerds

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  1. Cosmos

    Sagan's classic on the universe and our place in it. If they have only seen the TV series, the book goes deeper and has aged well.

    Carl SaganUnder $25Book

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  2. What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

    The xkcd author answers ridiculous questions with real physics and stick-figure drawings. Funny and rigorous, which is rare.

    Randall MunroeUnder $25Book

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  3. Astrophysics for People in a Hurry

    Short chapters on the biggest questions in physics, readable in a commute. A good book for the curious person who would never pick up a textbook.

    Neil deGrasse TysonUnder $25Book

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Gifts for History Buffs

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  1. SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome

    A Cambridge classicist tells the story of Rome's first thousand years with wit and skepticism. A good choice for someone who liked the Rome documentaries and wants more.

    Mary BeardUnder $25Book

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  2. The Guns of August

    The Pulitzer-winning account of the first month of World War I, written with a novelist's pace. Many history readers name it as the book that hooked them.

    Barbara W. TuchmanUnder $25Book

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  3. 1776

    McCullough follows Washington's army through the hardest year of the Revolution. Readable in a few evenings and a fine pick for American history fans.

    David McCulloughUnder $25Book

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Gifts for True Crime Fans

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  1. In Cold Blood

    The book that started modern true crime, about the 1959 Clutter family murders in Kansas. Fans should own it if they do not already.

    Truman CapoteUnder $25Book

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  2. I'll Be Gone in the Dark

    McNamara's obsessive hunt for the Golden State Killer, published shortly before he was caught. Gripping and humane.

    Michelle McNamaraUnder $25Book

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  3. Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders

    The prosecutor's own account of the Manson case, still one of the bestselling true crime books ever. Long, detailed and hard to put down.

    Vincent BugliosiUnder $25Book

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Gifts for Horror Fans

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  1. The Shining

    The haunted-hotel novel that most fans only know from the movie. The book is scarier in different ways.

    Stephen KingUnder $25Book

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  2. Mexican Gothic

    A stylish gothic horror novel set in a rotting mansion in 1950s Mexico. A modern favorite for readers who liked Rebecca or Crimson Peak.

    Silvia Moreno-GarciaUnder $25Book

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  3. The Only Good Indians

    A revenge horror novel about four friends haunted by a hunting trip. Acclaimed by readers and critics.

    Stephen Graham JonesUnder $25Book

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Gifts for New Parents

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  1. Sophie la girafe Teether

    The natural rubber giraffe made in France since 1961, sized for small hands and easy to chew. A classic for good reason, and a nice thing to tuck into a bigger gift.

    VulliUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Manhattan Toy Winkel Rattle and Sensory Teether

    A tangle of soft, colorful tubes that a baby can grab from any angle, with a rattle in the middle. Light and easy for very young babies to hold.

    Manhattan ToyUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  3. Goodnight Moon Board Book

    The bedtime book many parents remember from their own childhood, in a sturdy board edition that survives chewing. It becomes part of the routine quickly.

    Margaret Wise BrownUnder $25Book

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Gifts for New Homeowners

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  1. Klein Tools 11-in-1 Screwdriver / Nut Driver

    One handle that carries the screwdriver bits and nut drivers for most household jobs, from outlet covers to furniture. Electricians have trusted this one for decades.

    Klein ToolsUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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  2. Fiskars Bypass Pruning Shears

    Sharp, durable hand pruners for the shrubs and roses that came with the house. Usually the first garden tool a new homeowner wishes they had.

    FiskarsUnder $25

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  3. Command Picture Hanging Strips Variety Pack

    Hangs frames and mirrors without nails and comes off cleanly, which helps while they are still deciding where everything goes.

    CommandUnder $25Stocking stuffer

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