Trying to come up with gift ideas for people difficult to shop for can be an aggravating task. You’ll aimlessly meander up and down the store aisles, hoping something will pop out at you, but to no avail. We feel your pain. Shopping is hard enough as it is when you know what to get. Whether you’re struggling to find your dad something he’ll actually use or your brother something he doesn’t already have, we’ve come up with a pretty great list of unique, practical, and cool gift ideas. So, breathe a big sigh of relief because here are 25 Clever Gift Ideas For People Difficult To Shop For.
Nesting Bowls Set
This set of colorful nesting bowls all fit perfectly together, creating an ideal organized solution for any kitchen. It includes 9 pieces, from a mixing bowl all the way down to a tablespoon.
Classic Brands Memory Foam Pillow
Someone you know having a hard time sleeping? This memory foam pillow will keep both their head and neck in perfect position, allowing them to drift off into a perfect slumber.
Octopus Tea Infuser
Sure, you could buy a regular old tea infuser for your friend, but why not give their mug and tea some style with this octopus tea infuser? It’ll work just as well and might even be a great conversation starter.
Waterproof Phone Case
Help your friend from dropping their phone in water or snow with this great waterproof phone case. It works with several models of smartphones and is waterproof down to 100 feet.
Mug Warmer
Hot coffee in a mug has a very short lifespan. Once it becomes lukewarm, it’s practically worthless. Solve that problem with this awesome mug warmer.
Smart Car Locator
Know someone who is directionally challenged? This slick smart car locator connects with a smartphone and allows you to find your car quickly.
Floating Waterproof Speaker
Whether at the beach or in a pool, this floating speaker is a great gift for any friend who loves the water. It has 16 watt digital sound with noise and wind reduction, plus crystal clear bass.
Fuzzy Accent Blanket
This cozy, fuzzy blanket is perfect for anyone who loves to stay warm on winter nights or snuggle up while watching a movie. So, pretty much everyone.
ThermoPro TP-16 Large LCD Digital Food Thermometer
If a friend or family member struggles to properly cook meat thoroughly, it might be time to get them this digital food thermometer. They’ll be able to know when meat has cooked through, and you’ll be on the receiving end of that great cooking.
Boogie Board 8.5-Inch LCD Writing Tablet
This digital writing tablet allows people to take better notes at home. So if you know someone who easily forgets things, this might be right up their alley.
Edge Brownie Pan
Who likes eating brownies without edges? No one. With this all-edge brownie pan, you’ll never have to serve brownies without edges ever again.
Jewelry Cleaner
It’s all too common for jewelry to get scuffed, scrapped, and dirty. Help a friend out with this jewelry cleaner so their jewelry can continue to sparkle their whole life.
Heat Conducting Ice Cream Scoop
There’s nothing worse than dealing with ice cream that sticks to a spoon, refusing to come off. With this heat conducting ice cream scoop, that problem is long gone, providing a nice, smooth scoop every time.
Soft Serve Machine
Better yet, skip the ice cream scoop all together with this soft serve machine. It makes healthy ice cream and serves it right in your bowl.
Wake Up Light
For many, an annoying buzzer isn’t enough to wake them up. If you know someone like that, this wake up light might be a better option. It simulates sunrise and sunset, gradually allowing the mind to wake up.
Herb Garden
When you’re cooking in the kitchen, not much else beats fresh herbs. This device allows you to grow all kinds of delicious greens all year long.
Super Absorbent Towel
With innovative microfiber technology, this super absorbent towel dries quickly and has a soft and luxurious feel. It’s gentle on hair and machine washable.
Q&A Journal
If you know someone who likes to write and keep track of their thoughts, this Q&A Journal asks lots of questions for five years so when they finish, they can go back and see how they answered the questions before.
Sleep Aid
If you know someone who struggles with insomnia, this device may help. It’s a metronome with a light system, allowing people to fall asleep naturally.
Japanese Traditional Bento Box
This adult lunch box allows you to organize and bring healthy lunches to work. It’s perfect for anyone needing a better lunch option.
Wool Dryer Balls
This might seem a little simplistic and silly to give as a gift, however, if you know someone who complains about their dryer not drying their clothes well, these little wool balls might be exactly what they’ll want.
Multicolored Knife Set
This great knife set is both stylish and practical. The color coding helps you better keep track of your knives and not cross contaminating foods in the process.
Tablet Prop Pillow
When you’re laying down and want to watch a show or merely scroll through social media on your tablet, a tablet pillow is the perfect relaxing companion to your device.
Guac Container
As all guac-lovers know, keeping guac fresh after one use can be a real struggle. Exposure to air will quickly brown the surface. With this container, however, it sucks out all the air, buying you a little more time to enjoy guac later.
Moisturizing Socks
Maybe your friend has cracked feet, calluses, or some other uncomfortable foot condition. If so, these gentle, soft, and aloe induced moisturizing socks can help hydrate and soften the hard skin under the foot.