Why are parents so hard to shop for? I’ve rounded up a few of my favorite gifts for parents, in-laws and grandparents. Make sure to also check out my local gift guide, guys gift guide, under $25 gifts here, under $50 gifts here, over $50 gifts here, and personalized gift guide for more ideas.
Dough Bowl Candle $36.99
I love dough bowl candles! These are hand carved by artisans, and you can use the bowl for decor after you’ve burned the candle as well. Lots of scents to choose from.
Jigsaw Puzzle Roll Up Mat $49.97
This mat rolls up your puzzle so you can easily put it away or move it while keeping all the pieces in tact! So smart! Has great reviews.
Winter Lights Puzzle $15.99
Obviously a puzzle is also always a good gift!
ChappyWrap Blanket $150
These blankets get the best reviews and come from a small business. ChappyWraps are machine washable and dryable and keep up their quality even after use. I love this new print, but they have all kinds of prints, solids, colors and even a holiday collection!
Hypervolt Go Currently on sale for $129
My parents actually gave us a Hypervolt massage gun because they love theirs so much. It has saved us from neck cricks, sore muscles and back pain. It has different settings depending on the intensity you want. The Go is pretty small, so you can travel with it too!
Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager with Heat $49.99
A more budget friendly option, I have this Shiatsu massager and it works great.
Vana Chup Studio Silouhette Necklace $380+
This necklace is so sweet for a mom.
Custom Silhouette Portrait Print $12.90+
My mom and grandmother have these silhouette portraits of all their kids and grandkids and they are so special. I definitely want one of MK!
Custom Recipe Handwritten Tea Towel $17
This Etsy seller takes handwritten recipe cards and prints them on a tea towel for you! Such a thoughtful gift for a family recipe. I have ordered from her before and she did a great job. A similar seller does the same thing with cutting boards here, which I’ve also given as a gift.
Rabbit Automatic Electronic Corkscrew $43.84
We have this electric corkscrew and it is so handy. It also cuts the foil.
Breads Bakery Babka $54.95
Breads Bakery is maybe my favorite spot in NYC. I always brought their babka home for my family when I lived there, and now we’ve ordered it from Goldbelly a few times. You know I love food gifts, and for parents who typically already “have anything” I love consumable gifts. Goldbelly ships food from all over the country (and world) so it’s worth looking through to see if there’s anything your parents would love!
Nixplay Smart Digital Picture Frame from Amazon $139.99 or Best Buy for $139.99
We got my grandparents a digital picture frame a few years ago. You upload photos via an app so we gave all the family access to the app so that they can upload new photos periodically. A great way to keep up with grandchildren!
Horse Racing Game $100
This horse racing game has great reviews and is supposed to be fun for all ages!
Whirley Pop Stovetop Popcorn Maker $36.95 Or Home Depot for $32.95
My mom and I both have a Whirley Pop and love it. Microwave popcorn just isn’t the same! This is super easy and fast to use.
Chocolate Croissants $26.95+
These are my very favorite chocolate croissants! My family makes them every Christmas. They ship frozen, so a great gift to send to parents far away.
1000 Places to See Before You Die $32.26
This book is one of my favorites. It would make a great gift for any parents who like to travel or maybe recent empty-nesters!
Towel Warmer $179.99 currently $25 off
For the parent that has everything, a towel warmer is the ultimate indulgence.
Custom Photo Puzzle $19.99
I think some of the custom photo gifts can be a little cheesy, but this puzzle is a fun and sweet gift! I love that you could make a new one every year for family trips and memories.
Juliska Acrylic Glasses, Set of 8 $160
We have these acrylic glasses and I love them so much! They look elevated, but are super sturdy. We’ve had ours for three years and wash them in the dishwasher all the time and they look great.
Kosterina Olive Oil Set $55
I’ve been reading a lot about this olive oil brand recently, thinking I’m going to gift this set to my parents.
Custom Doormat $20.99+
Perfect for grandparents, this custom doormat.
Happy shopping! Check out my holiday hub for more gift guides and holiday ideas.
