As your circle gets older, you'll probably find that fewer of your friends are individuals - you also end up becoming friends with their spouses and children. If you're looking for a gift for them and are having trouble deciding on one, you might as well choose something the whole family can use together, some of which you'll find in here.
Collect sunlight, plant seeds, watch your trees grow…sounds boring, right? Not so: Photosynthesis is a very competitive game with unique mechanics; accessible to beginners but still a challenge for experienced players.
With a soft, stylish construction and tested safety features for when transporting your pet by car, this pet bed does double duty as a carrier. The fact that it opens at the top and has a plush interior makes it much more comfortable for cats to use.
Unless they’re completely utilitarian, baby gifts are as much for the parents as the child. If you have a baby shower coming up, don’t settle for something humdrum: these little socks are comfy enough to please Baby and cute enough to inspire Mom.
It’s not always easy to find a meaningful gift for someone, even if they’ve been in your life for years. These little books have a writing prompt on each page to help you think of all the things you really appreciate in a person.
Though a child of six can learn the rules of Qwirkle, there are layers of strategy that even an adult will struggle to master. With several million copies sold since 2006, this is a game that really offers something for everyone.
It’s a shame that so many toys for toddlers and young children force them into a role: soldier, superhero, princess or whatever is on TV this week. When they’re that age, all you really need to do is hand them something beautiful and let their imagination take over.
They grow up a lot more quickly than you think, so don’t get caught flat-footed when it comes to preserving your cherished memories of baby’s first year. This box offers a convenient, organized way to store your mementos.
Simple games can be a lot of fun as long as they’re packed with action. Though each player uses only one finger, even the most competitive and physical child will find it hard to stop playing as long as they can find a willing challenger.
If you and your friends are into board games, this set of dice is sure to be a hit at your next party: they’re balls instead of cubes, yet still end up with one number on top.
The humble hamburger can be infinitely versatile, especially when you start filling the patty with cheese, caramelized onions or whatever you prefer. Using a special press gives them an even thickness for perfect cooking every time.
Just think of all the things your dog does for you, from fending off possibly rabid squirrels to providing cuddles on lonely winter nights. The least you can do is give them with some entertainment, and doggy TV need be no more than a view of the outside world.
What could be more fun than spending the day outdoors with your best friend? If you love to cycle and don’t want to leave your furbaby behind next time, this bicycle-mounted dog trailer will be a gift both of you will enjoy.
Grooming is absolutely terrifying for many pets – they don’t care how pretty they’ll look and how much more comfortable they’ll feel when that buzzing hair-hornet comes out of the closet. Take away that sound, though, and they’re a lot more relaxed about the whole thing.
Necessary as it may be, brushing your long-haired cat or dog often turns into a wrestling match. What if you could simply pet them normally instead? This brush takes a lot of the frustration out of shedding while also giving your pet the physical affection they need.
Being a parent doesn’t have to mean staying cooped up at home. With this mobile changing station, you’ll no longer have to hunt around for a clean-looking bathroom every time something starts to smell funny.
One of life’s most petty frustrations has to be looking for your phone or TV remote after you’ve carelessly thrown a sweater over it. Even the most scatterbrained and messy person can now easily locate their stuff.
Good security doesn’t need to be expensive. A camera like this combines multiple functions in one package and, since it uses wi-fi rather than a wired connection, can be placed wherever you need it.
A great (though pricey) gift for fishermen and campers who want to extend their reach beyond solid ground, this tent is spacious, comfortable and allows you to enjoy nature from a new perspective.
It can be difficult to find a board game that people of nearly any age will enjoy. Scattergories hits the mark: although winning doesn’t depend on luck, children can compete with adults on an even footing. This game is also a great way to get to know others better.
While digital photos are convenient, pictures on paper still have their charm. This pint-sized but highly capable gadget allows you to print out quality snaps wherever you are, either to give away or store where it can’t get deleted.
Anyone can connect two dots, but what if you have to follow a precise route to get from one to the other? This is all this tabletop game is, but you’ll need quick thinking and speedy fingers to win.
Decorating comes effortlessly to some people, but the best the rest of us can do is buy stuff and hope it all comes together somehow. The key is to choose decorations that will work with what you have; in the case of your patio, this lamp is a strong contender.
Some campers insist on the ability to go anywhere in nature, others see no reason to compromise on comfort. Whichever philosophy you prefer, this hanging tent may well become your new best friend on the trail.
Following a healthy diet does require some work, but it’s actually easy once you get the hang of it. Whether you want to eat less junk food, practice better portion control or just spend less effort on cooking, these glass storage containers may be just what you need.
Almost 5 feet (1½ meters) long and self-powered, this interesting toy will intrigue your cat, delight your children and cause numerous fights for possession of the remote control. Just know that it’s not all that easy to use.
This slab of premium rock salt makes a perfect gift for regular grillers, but also a fine addition to any kitchen. It imparts wonderful flavor to any food placed on it and has a couple of other, interesting uses.
This little robot engages as many of your pet’s senses as possible: sight, hearing, tactile sensations and even smell and taste. To accomplish the latter, it actually dispenses treats in pellet form by itself.
Everybody seems to be chasing better productivity, yet somehow even that ends up with them running in circles. Some “hacks” do actually work, though, including setting a time limit for each task and constantly reminding yourself of how long you have to finish.
Although wine can stay in pristine condition for years in its bottle, it quickly goes to pot once it’s uncorked. You don’t have to finish it all at once, though: you can still enjoy it several days later as long as you take the air out of the bottle before storing it.
You can keep herbs fresh by storing them in glasses of water, which will keep them crispy and green for about three times as long. This works well enough, but these containers let you do it a lot less messily.
No kitchen is really complete without a kettle. Especially if tea is your thing, it really pays to invest in the best one you can find, and so much the better if it sports an attractive look, too.
The Breville BES870XL is probably the most fancy home espresso machine there is and makes a great gift for the true coffee lover. It’s definitely a special gift, and may be cheaper than what you’d expect.
What does the useless box do? The answer isn’t nothing, but the answer is actually pointless. Except, if it has no point, why buy it? Watch as we heroically try to find a point to the infamous Pointless Box.
Teabags have a lot going for them, chief among those their convenience. The variety they can offer you is limited, though, and there’s no easy way to vary the strength of the brew they produce. Isn’t it time for you to try loose leaf tea?
Everyone’s playing video games these days, but have you considered playing with little bits of cardboard instead? It’s way more fun than it sounds! Play this hilarious family-based game from the mind of comedian Jeff Foxworthy.
Being able to pick up a freshly brewed espresso any time you feel like it does indeed make life better. This machine lets you do just that, while its super-compact, refined design means it doesn’t have to live in the kitchen.
A little bit of Bohemian humor is rarely a bad idea when it comes to decorating, and musicians are known to be a slightly eccentric bunch anyway. These garment hooks will help you spruce up a room.
Some board games are so complicated their rule books resemble novels. Others are so pointless that you may as well watch paint dry. A few will always be won by people who’re good at something like math or spelling, but Spontuneous is simply a barrel of laughs.
This battery powered, stylish milk frother will give your next hot drink that premium, airy lather without the need to buy restaurant prices for a decent drink.
If you don’t want to keep an eye on your children all the time and plan on having a moment to yourself while you drive, it pays to give your kids a self-service option. That’s what makes this a great gift for both your child as well as yourself.
These soap bars are just the right size for a gift, while the color alone makes it worth giving. The scent is complex yet clear, strong but not overpowering, and certainly natural and inviting.
This birdhouse set blends in beautifully with tree trunks or branches, they somewhat resemble finch nests and won’t disturb the look of your garden. The perfect gift for bird lovers with a sense for garden decor.
This insect house simulates spots where bees and other insects normally like to hibernate, lay their eggs, and nest. As a bonus, you may also see more butterflies, ladybirds, and other beneficial species. A great idea.
This stamp sealing kit is a nice gift for creative youngsters and aspiring letter novelists. It comes with all the accessories you need to make stylish monogram seals – simply melt the wax and use the stamp to make your seal.
How do you get from an idea to a full-fledged book that you won’t tear into shreds once it’s ready? It’s much easier than most people suppose, and allows for the most personalized gift imaginable.
Brewing coffee is all about extracting the flavorful compounds while retaining more or less of the bitter or acidic components. This coffee maker is pretty good at that.
There are various types of implements to make your own noodles, but we like this one because it makes it easy to produce uniform spaetzle every time. A great gift for serious chefs.
This is a gift for both animal lovers and home decorators. The aquarium boasts a unique design resembling an apartment building, and you can stack several on top of each other for added effect.
Handmade from some lovely woods and about half a yard wide, this wooden board from Husaria will add a definite “Wow!” factor to any sitting room.
This is something for the original and practical home cook. Once cooked, crêpes are best served immediately – this is one good reason to opt for a tabletop crêpe maker like this one.
A good gift for health minded coffee freaks. These French roast coffee cups are infused with essential vitamins so you can feed your brain more of what it needs, just by sticking to your morning routine.
There are numerous CCTV cameras that are discreet or disguised in some way, but this one comes in three very attractive designs and also functions as an exterior lamp. This even makes it appropriate as a gift.
The first thing you’ll notice about this pet drinking fountain is that it has an upper as well as a lower bowl. This makes it perfect for families with both cats and dogs.
Although there are numerous similar products around, we like this particular lever citrus juicer for its sturdy construction. It works effectively with differently-sized fruits.
The humble dough scraper doesn’t seem like much, but this 3-in-1 pastrio bench scraper is one of the most versatile utensils out there. It’s much more useful than you would think.
With its rigid plastic “fingers”, this grooming brush helps cats to scratch their itches. At the same time it collects loose hair, which can be removed later.
Some puzzles are meant just to waste time, others are a little more challenging, and a few barely stop short of being infuriatingly difficult to solve. This one falls somewhere in the latter category.
There isn’t really a way for a pet to tell you about their day – until now. With this pet cam you’ll know all about their whereabouts, learn what a bouncing tennis ball looks like from a dog’s perspective, or what a cat sees as she stalks a bird.
It’s amazing how much fun anyone who’s young at heart can have with only a ball and a few friends. With Teqball there’s no XBox required.
Housecats no longer have to hunt for their food, but this doesn’t mean most of them don’t believe they’re secretly tigers on the inside. Keep their instincts finely honed with this ingenious toy.
When it comes to decorations that are in any way kitschy, we are usually not a fan. However, this wind spinner is something handmade, creative, and innovative. It’s really worth a second look.
Guayusa tea is known for its superior quality. It’s not bitter at all and can readily be combined with ingredients like honey, lemon juice, and rosemary. It also raises your energy levels.
Straws are good and plastic is bad, so what shall we do? Enter this reusable stainless steel drinking straw. It’s pretty much immune to rust or abrasion, and comes with a rustic-looking cotton storage pouch.
These ice cube molds are taking your entertaining to the next level. They’re easy to fill and empty, designed to be stacked on top of one another, and certainly make an impression.
Takoyaki is a traditional Japanese dish few people know about. Although mainly a street food, there are also restaurants that specialize it. Now you can too.
Those good at math are almost certainly going to enjoy COGZ. The Steampunk aesthetic will find it to be a thing of beauty. Things get very hard very quickly with this game, but it also depends on how smart and experienced the opponents are.
The idea of decorating your bathroom as a disco has probably never crossed your mind, but if you weren’t going to give this away you’d struggle to restrain yourself from doing exactly that.