28 Crowd-Pleasing Gift Ideas To Bookmark For The Next Time You're In The Market For One

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20-02-2025

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1. A "Cup Cozy Pillow" for bringing the no-spill convenience of cupholders to their favorite squishy surface. The built-in pockets can fit cups and bottles of all kinds (even mugs!) and are lined with insulating foam to keep drinks hot or cold for longer. The next time their plans involve rotting in bed all day, they can finally keep all their bevvys and treats within arms reach without any mess.
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Cup Cozy Pillow is a small business that specializes in family-friendly snack and drink organizers.
Check out a TikTok of the Cup Cozy Deluxe Pillow in action.
Promising review:"Got it for my sister for Christmas. She absolutely loves it and uses it every day. She will put snacks, her phone, and drinks in it all the time. Very sturdy and soft. It keeps her stuff secure while using it. And it looks great." — Alessa M. Hill
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in nine styles).
2. A copy of Murdle, Volume 1, because reviewers rave about the book's engrossing murder mystery-themed logic puzzles. Each puzzle will challenge them to become a detective capable of deducing their way through lies and deceit. There's something for puzzlers of all skill levels with four difficulties to enjoy!
There are 100 puzzles total, and four different levels: For Elementary puzzles, you need to find the suspect, location, and weapon. For Occult Medium puzzles, the added challenge is that the murderer always lies, and the other suspects tell the truth! For Hard Boiled puzzles, you also need to find motive! And for Impossible puzzles, you have to discover all four elements and deal with the lying witness statement from the murderer. Sounds like fun! Plus, you're also given a logic grid for each puzzle to help you solve it!
Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun, but the characters, storylines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes, but this one will keep me busy for a while!" — Liz Gately
Get it from Amazon for $10.25.
And if (when) you end up needing more puzzles — don't worry — you can pick up Volume 2.
3. A colorful Fujifilm Instax Mini 7+ camera plus a 10-pack of film if their camera roll is filled with snapshots that never see the light of day. It's time to get them a camera with instant print functionality so they can start turning some of those pictures into irl momentoes right away.
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Psst: If they already have an Instax Mini camera, you could also put more film in their stocking — it'll definitely be appreciated!
Promising review: 'Ahhh it's so cute! Especially the color! The camera is a bit bigger than I expected but still a convenient size. I'm a bit late to the trend but I love it. I've been taking so many pictures. Very easy to use, I'd recommend it to anyone.' — Johanna
Get it from Walmart for $70+ (available in three colors) or from Amazon for $68+ (available in blue or green).
4. A shaved sheep plushie so they can enjoy two smiling stuffies in one since they can shear their new pet by unzipping its fuzzy-wuzzy jacket.
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Promising review: "For the sheep lover in your life, this is the perfect gift. Small enough for little hands but big enough for lots of fun. Outer coat zips off to expose a freshly sheered sheep. Nice way to demonstrate the different ways a sheep can look." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
5. An adorable bookmark book tracker to help them chronicle their 2025 reading goal. This lovely little bookshelf has space to color and fill in titles for a visual reminder of their progress.
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British Book Art is a small business based in the UK that sells cozy book art and bookmarks.
Promising review:"I'm absolutely obsessed with this bookmark. It's definitely made me more determined to read this year and will be a nice keepsake. Will be repurchasing when this one's almost filled." — Mady Taylor
Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $5.20.
6. Or an adorable embroidered bookmark that can be personalized with an initial and nestles neatly on the corner of their current novel to mark their page. It's gloriously ~aesthetic ~ and might help them kick that nasty dog-earring habit (...guilty).
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Promising review: "It fits the page or pages well. Very beautiful and unique design. I love it." — RK
Get it from Amazon for $6.98 (available in letters A–Z and five colors).
7. A jar of Momofuku's chili crunch for a legendary addition to their condiment lineup that tastes astoundingly good on everything from eggs to ice cream. (For real!) It's made with three types of Mexican chilis, crunchy garlic, and shallots to add heat and texture to every bite.
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BuzzFeed editor Bek O'Connell really adores this jar of goodness:
"I put this stuff on everything! It just makes food taste better. I highly recommend to any fellow spicy lovers looking for the perfect topping. This chili oil comes with seasoned salts, Mexican chilis, dried garlic, and shallots."
Get it from Amazon for $12.69 (available in four flavors and as a multipack).
8. Silly Poopy's Hide and Seek because it's exactly what it sounds like, and it sounds pretty darn fun already. Take turns hiding this rainbow-colored gadget around the house — it'll shout clues, eventually playing a song when it's finally found. Now who's ready for another round?!
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What Do You Meme? is a small business that sells card games/toys, plushies, and pool floats.
Promising review:" My 6- and 3-year-old are OBSESSED. They play for an hour at least! Played with daily since we got it. When it's my turn to hide, I make it tricky enough that I can actually be productive until it's my turn again." — Cara Lentz
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
9. A daily Jeopardy 2025 calendar if they're a major fan of the show or just looooove having an excuse to show off how smart they are in front of their co-workers.
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Promising review: "I don't think I would be invited to Christmas dinner If this wasn't under the tree! My mom's favorite day-to-day desk calendar." — LAM
Get it from Amazon for $16.19.
10. A custom mesh friendship bracelet so the bestie you WISH you knew as a summer camp tween can sport a more ~adult~ version of the beaded classic. Personalize it with their name — or your pet name for them!
Baublebar
You can add up to 13 letters, btw!
Get it from Baublebar for $38 (available in seven colors).
11. A set of Globbles to initiate them with the legions of TikTokers already loving this stress-relieving fidget toy. These colorful balls are not just fun to squeeze and stretch, but they also stick to pretty much any flat surface without leaving behind messy residue.
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Promising review:"Bought a six-pack for my neurodivergent family. We are all either ADHD or autistic. I struggle with compulsive hair pulling and bought these to help keep my hands busy. They are a perfect size, more satisfying than a stress ball, clean easily, are fun to hurl at the wall or ceiling, and so far have lasted very well. I did test the durability of one and did break one when I pulled it as hard as I could — the inside looked something like shaving cream and didn't smell or anything. But if you have a kid who is an aggressive chewer, perhaps keep an eye on them." — Amazon Customer
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.99.
12. A dimmable sad duck night-light for some deskside camaraderie on those days when life is beating them down. This little guy always gets it and will stay up to burn the midnight oil with them when you can't.
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Promising review: "The best night-light...EVER!!! This duckie night-light is just the serotonin boost I needed! This light has three settings...by just tapping on its bum. I couldn't be more pleased with the quality! This duckie brings me pure joy!! 🥰" — Sena P.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available also as a dog and a pear).
13. A canvas boat tote-style bag because it's sturdy, massive, and completely customizable, with loads of trimming colors to choose from and the option to add up to three lines of embroidered text for whatever name, monogram, or inside joke they'd like best.
7 Threads Embroidery / Etsy
7 Threads Embroidery is an Ohio-based small biz making all kinds of custom embroidered goods.
One BuzzFeed editor got this bag last year and got it embroidered with "ludicrously capacious" à la Succession. In case you need some inspiration!
Promising review: "So structured and so much space! one of my best tote bags as of now since it's so big. the quality is amazing and the seller was so nice and patient with my order." — s h a w n y
Get it from 7 Threads Embroidery on Etsy for $29.50+ (available in 14 trim colors, 28 font options, 24 monogram options, and 46 embroidery thread colors — that's a lot of options)!
14. A mini Wacky Waving Inflatable Tube Guy if their workstation could use a lively companion who's always down for an impromptu dance party.
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Promising review:" I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery my hands were trembling with what was going to happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man I knew I have a friend for life. Someone you can really count on cheering you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness." — Robert Wurstner
Get it from Amazon for $8.58.
15. An IRL copy of Brat on vinyl so they can keep summer's biggest mood going with a collectible I bet they'll be showing off to their grandkids one day.
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16. A dumpster pencil holder to dress up their desk with something that conveys their general feelings about the workplace. Hey! It's functional, too, with three compartments to hold small office supplies and a set of flame-shaped note cards to write out all their grievances...I mean, reminders.
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Promising review: "I bought this for my wife to keep on her desk at work (middle school teacher), and if you're a teacher, I'm sure you understand how funny/fitting this would be on your desk. It's super well made, pieces punch out easily, very simple to put together. The note cards are heavy card stock too. Very impressed for the price. Great gift." — Tom
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two other styles).
17. A game of Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza that's super simple to learn, great for all ages, and anything but boring. Play this fast-paced party game once and they'll become the star of every future game night on their calendar.
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The rules are simple. Deal the deck out to all players (works with 3–8 players). Everyone keeps their mini deck face down and goes around the table, flipping a card face up and saying one of the five keywords (taco, cat, goat, cheese, and pizza — in that order). Once the card played matches the word said, it's a race to slap that center card. Whoever taps in last has to take the center stack, and the round starts over. Whoever gets rid of all their cards first wins!
Promising review:"Fun game for all ages, we first played this game when camping with family. we loved it so much that we bought it for our own household, people of all ages can play the game, it's fast, fun and gets you laughing. Great for traveling, camping, or just at home. Simple, quick fun game." — Erin Foster
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
18. A Taylor Swift Little Golden Book for the loud and proud Swiftie who spent all their PTO (and paycheck, tbh) getting themselves to The Eras Tour and would absolutely make the same decision all over again. Who cares that it's technically a kids' book?! With illustrations this gorgeous, it's a collector's item.
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19. A set of eye-popping fine-point pens because why settle for just black and blue pens when they could have all the colors of the rainbow at their disposal?
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These are designed not to bleed through thin pages, so all your planners and journals can get the flair pen treatment.
Promising review:"I love how this pen feels to hold and it writes beautifully! I am very picky about how the ink looks from the pens I use, and I don't remember having one that writes so smoothly and beautifully! I will buy these whenever I need more. I actually just purchased another package of all black!" — Kate
Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two larger pack sizes).
20. A globally inspired spice subscription if they're trying to cut back on going out, but don't want to cut back on trying wildly good food. Each box includes spices from a single country with quick and easy, chef-developed recipes so their weeknight dinners still feel like a flavor-packed special occasion.
Piquant Post
Piquant Post is a small business shipping out freshly ground spice blends and corresponding recipes for anyone caught in a food slump.
What they'll get: Each monthly box comes with three to four spice blends from a single country or region, as well as chef-developed recipes that can be cooked quickly — a plus for anyone with a busy schedule. They'll also get access to more recipes online plus ingredient substitutes and suggestions for alternative uses for your spices.
Promising review:"Great Gift!! I got this box as a present for my parents. They absolutely love it! The recipes are interesting and require only a moderate level of cooking skill." — Danielle A.
Get it from Piquant Post for $10.99+/month (available in month-to-month, six-month, and 12-month subscription lengths).
21. A backyard pickleball set so your favorite sports-loving family can practice at home without schlepping to the courts all the time. Set-up is simple — kids can do it easily — and it packs up teeny tiny for easy storage.
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Promising review:"We absolutely love our Dink Buddy portable pickleball net! It's the perfect mini-size net to play in the driveway, backyard, and really anywhere! The compact size allows us to easily take our net on the go to family vacations and so many other events. The high-quality design is durable and beyond easy to set up. My kids can set it up on their own in minutes! Great value for the money, and we have made so many priceless memories!" — Kelli
Get it from Amazon for $84.95+ (available in three sizes and six colors).
22. A bottle of Sweet Tooth — Sabrina Carpenter's signature fragrance — to gift the short and sweet queen in your life one of three long-lasting, cozy scents that truly smell good enough to eat.
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Promising review:"Couldn't wait for this one. The impressive cherry scent sadly doesn't last long at all, BUT the scent that's left behind is flowery, fresh, clean, and romantic, like a beautiful October day. With the perfect amount of sweetness and a hint of cherry. Delicious really. For the price and the cute design, I can't ask for a better scent. Love it!" — Milen
Get it from Amazon for $29.88 (available in three scents).
23. A TikTok-famous 1,000-piece Mystic Maze puzzle that's a whole lot more than meets the eye. While working to complete, they'll be treated to over 50 easter eggs, small details, optical illusions, and a twist (designed by magicians) that's only revealed when the puzzle is complete!
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Promising review:"Love this puzzle, my nieces and I enjoyed putting this puzzle together and enjoyed the secret at the end as well. The different rooms were so fun to look at individually, and the art was wonderful. We even enjoyed the 'I Spy' section after finishing the puzzle and the fact that it told a story. A great spin on a classic pastime." — Takirah Griffin
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
If you've given this puzzle in the past, or they're already a fan, don't fret! They've released several series of puzzles — you can shop them all on Amazon.
24. A 100% cotton Original Berf of Chicagoland tee because "Yes, chef!" is firmly a part of their vocabulary now. This is a collector's item after all!
Shirts & Giggles / Etsy
Shirts & Giggles is a woman-owned small biz based in L.A. They upload new designs every week!
Promising review: "This shirt has quickly become my favorite T-shirt to wear. It is so comfy, like [super] soft even after repeated washes. And the text still looks great!!!! Highly recommend this T-shirt and this seller." — Melissa Morgan
Get it from Shirts & Giggles on Etsy for $39.99+ (available in unisex sizes S–3XL).
25. A Frostbuddy if your favorite beverage fiend can never seem to down their cold brew before the ice melts and it gets all diluted. Save the day with this insulated sleeve, which is designed to fit small, medium, and large cup sizes from most major coffee chains so drinks stay deliciously intact for the duration of their day.
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Frost Buddy is a small business that specializes in universal thermal-controlling drinkware.
Check out a TikTok of the Frostbuddy in action.
It comes with a lid, so you can also use it as a regular thermos to keep drinks icy cold and super hot! You can even pop a hot coffee cup into this to keep it warm, so it's a frosty and hotty buddy.
Promising review:"I absolutely love this! I use this all the time for my coffee from Starbucks, and it is amazing! I'll get iced coffee at 9 a.m. and still have ice in it at 7 p.m. I have many Frost Buddy products now, and their entire line is phenomenal. This is definitely a must-have item for coffee or tea drinkers. I love that it also comes with a leakproof lid, so you can put your own drink in there, too. Overall, awesome product!" — EHW
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in 11 styles).
26. How to Be More Tree — a book filled with charming illustrations, detailed advice, and age-old lessons taken from the infinite wisdom of trees. Are they prone to feeling frazzled? This is a perfect bedside option to grab when they need help grounding.
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27. A pair of rainbow drip candles to gift your favorite dinner party host some extra special ambiance for their tablescape, which reveals a colorful menagerie as wax melts.
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Promising review:"Love this! Such a fun candle. Definitely have to shave the base of the candle down to make it fit in the wine bottle, but a vegetable peeler made quick work of it! Great gift for any candle-loving friend or coworker!" — Amazon Customer
Get a pair from Amazon for $6.99.
28. A customizable Wanderchain that pairs with tokens for a unique way to commemorate their travels. Whether they're on a mission to visit every country, baseball stadium, or national park, they'll love adding tokens with every trip (and you'll love having future gift ideas in your back pocket).
The Wander Club
The Wander Club is a small business that started with the mission of capturing travel memories without amassing loads of bulky souvenirs. A lovely bonus — they donate 1% of all sales to environmental non-profits.