The autumn years of someone's life are supposed to be some of their best. More emotionally secure and content in their achievements than younger people, they finally have time on their hands to pursue their own hobbies and interests. Why not help them keep busy physically and mentally by buying them a gift that will inspire them?
With demand for matcha skyrocketing, picking a good brand is often a hit-or-miss affair. If you love tea and know something about matcha preparation, though, Jade Leaf will hit the spot as long as you’re willing to pay their prices.
An exquisite selection of teas presented in a stylish box, this is the perfect gift for long-time tea drinkers and newcomers to the pursuit alike. With eight classic flavors to choose from, trying to decide on a favorite is sure to broaden your horizons.
Glass kettles are pretty popular these days, and rather overpriced. The Cosori glass electric kettle looks just as good as its more expensive competition, while providing a fast boil that’s pretty entertaining to watch.
Coffee has a flavor completely unlike anything else, yet some people just don’t like to drink it. If you’re trying to convert a friend to the pleasures of java, these sweet candies may be just what you need – assuming, that is, you don’t gobble them all up first.
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.
The work of Gary Larson isn’t just in the big leagues, but more like in a league of its own. His particular brand of deadpan, gentle yet sometimes biting absurdism continues to stand alone in its particular niche.
Decorations make great gifts, especially when they’re personalized in some way. Luciana Frigerio’s Book Sculptures spell out a message of your choosing, and look great as well. You can’t go wrong with this one.
If you pack too much and realize it too late, you have to pay a lot to get all of your things on the plane. With this portable luggage scale, this will be a thing of the past.
Traditional secateurs do well enough at lopping off sprouts, but the problem arises when you try to cut thicker branches. These electrical pruning shears can solve that problem completely.
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.
Made from precision-cut wood, this clock is sure to impress any curious guest. You don’t need any special tools to assemble it, but this is not an easy project!
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.
With a special carbon microfiber compound designed by NASA, this eyeglass lens cleaner is a cut above the typical soft towels. A nice gift for anyone bespectacled.
With five types of seeds ready for planting, this funky vegetables kit provides a great way to grow unusual vegetables and enjoy new flavors. A great gift for someone with a kitchen garden.
A smoke waterfall censer provides a great way of experiencing the benefits of aromatherapy – at home, in yoga studios, and even in offices. This one will certainly not disappoint, it’s hypnotic to watch.
Kitchen gadgets often solve a problem that doesn’t exist, and do only one thing. This tool, however, seems to be different. It’s not a replacement for conventional tongs and spoons, but will indeed perform the functions of both of these.