
51 Gifts For Your BFF That Shout 'I Care About You"
A copy of The Book of Myself: A Do-It-Yourself Autobiography in 201 Questions if they've ever told you, "I should write a book one day," but have no clue where to start. This gives them fun prompts to write and reflect on the past, present, and future!
A set of book-shaped sponges so their love of literature can make the task of washing dirty dishes just a little bit less miserable. Food residue, better read it and weep!
A rotating disco ball diffuser that blends your BFF's two personalities of wellness and "Wanna go out tonight?" into one cute little home decor item. They can put in their fave essential oil and choose what color they want (it has various light settings and four mist functions) for whatever vibe they're feeling.
A cold brew coffee maker so they can fuel up with a refreshing caffeinated drink while saving time *and* money in place of those all-too-frequent Starbucks trips. This popular device boasts an airtight lid and stainless-steel filter designed to keep coffee fresh for up to two weeks!
An affordable cult-favorite luxury-scented candle that's giving Le Labo Santal 33 without the Le Labo price tag. They'll get subtle notes of jasmine, oud, and sandalwood — and a whole lotta, "Oooh, it smells so nice in here!" from whoever comes over to their place.
Plus, a cleverly designed rechargeable electric candle lighter perfect for the friend who's gone through (or is still in) their Bath & Body Works candle phase. This flameless, windproof lighter makes lighting candles safer and easier — no more worrying about singed fingers.
A customized pet paint-by-number to make them feel like a modern-day Van Gogh without having to actually know how to paint that well. Once they finish the piece, they'll immediately have a beautiful pet portrait of their furry best friend!
A Frostbuddy, which any slow sipper will appreciate since it keeps their iced beverages colder for longer. They won't have to worry about ice melting and diluting their drink, and it'll fit most small, medium, and large cups from their beloved coffee chains like McD's and Starbucks!
A buildable Lego cherry blossom that they can enjoy building with a friend (aka, you) or just on their own. Seriously, whoever thought of these just gets how much we all loved Legos as kids and ingeniously combined it with our love of flowers (minus the usual upkeep of real flowers, phew, thank god).
A pair of "floating" air conduction headphones if they tend to sweat in places that they didn't even know they could sweat (in this case, it's the ears). These sit right over the ears, so they can still enjoy their tunes without always having to readjust their buds every 0.2 miles. And these help them be more aware of their surroundings, unlike other in-ear earbuds.
A shaker of Thin Mint seasoning because everyone's favorite Girl Scout cookie deserves to be enjoyed year-round, IMO. I mean, Thin Mint coffee, Thin Mint brownies, and Thin Mint ice cream? Your friend who's got a major sweet tooth will be so glad they can turn everything into a sweet lil' treat!
A "Through The Seasons" Reverse Coloring Book, another edition of the original Reverse Coloring Book, and a fun way to stretch their mind, because instead of coloring in the lines like a traditional coloring book, they add the lines to decide the vibe of the piece. Reviewers love how relaxing this is and say it's quite satisfying to see the end results.
A retro-style pixel art game Bluetooth speaker that allows your friend to create fun pixel art (using the free app) and watch their creations dance to the music. Plus, it can serve as an alarm clock, a retro game console, and a white noise machine!
A teensy DIY cheese kit so they can make four batches of ricotta and farmers' cheese. Pair this with some wine and crackers, and BAM, they've got some yummy homemade cheese that only took half an hour to make.
A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks to even make the Darth Vader in your life laugh a little bit. Easily switch these on with a push of a button, and now the fate of the galaxy (or their sushi dinner) lies in their hands!
And a set of ceramic cutout soy sauce bowls that reveal cute little characters once your friend has soaked up the soy sauce in them. This is perfect for the friend who loves hosting a sushi night in!
A pair of horizontal glasses so your BFF can lie down while watching TV or reading a book because plans that include being *fully* horizontal are their favorite type of plans.
A mug-shaped ice cream maker — just freeze the single-serve mugs overnight, chill the ingredients for two hours beforehand, and with the press of a button, they'll have delicious, creamy goodness in minutes! This reviewer loves that it's super quiet, which is a constant complaint for those who have the Ninja Creami.
A two-slice touchscreen toaster featuring seven touch-activated browning settings so they won't burn their morning fuel. Not only will they want to keep this on their countertop because it's so beautiful, but this toaster also has a clever crumb tray to help avoid messes and options for other things like bagels, English muffins, and waffles.
A set of cat-themed tarot cards that comes with a guidebook, making it a perfect beginner-fuurriendly way for your bestie to dip their toe into tarot. I'm getting a sense that these need to be added to your cart immediately!
A ring holder necklace so they can keep their beloved ring close to their heart (literally and figuratively). Reviewers who work in medicine and athletics love this since it secures their ring, and they don't even have to unclasp the necklace thanks to its clever and secure design.
"The Secret Soup" — another version of the Magic Puzzle series that has gone viral on TikTok for its stunning illustrations and the fun, magical twist that reveals itself once the puzzle is complete. There are over 50 Easter eggs in it, and each miniature scene will make them feel like they're going on many adventures as they solve this unique puzzle.
A waterproof "Charcuterie Safe" because they mean business when it comes to charcuterie boards. This allows them to do all the prep beforehand, so they can easily set up their IG-worthy display without having to do all the slicing and dicing right then and there.
An Apple Watch stand if your friend wants to feel a touch of nostalgia in a world of sleek, modern devices. It's designed to work with their existing charger and adds a playful vibe to any nightstand, because who says tech can't be cute?
A miniature book hair clip so unique and gorgeous that they'll want to burst out into a poetic song about how lovely it is. Their love for literature runs deep, like deep enough that they'll wear this more than once a week.
A heated eye massager to help relieve stress and let them listen to their favorite playlist while they rest, thanks to the five different massage modes and built-in Bluetooth speakers. They deserve a little R&R for getting through the day, and this is the perfect way to help them get it.
A set of light-up bath fizzes if they want to recreate the vibes of going out... just at home... in their bubble-filled tub. These are made with natural essential oils, shea butter, and coconut oil, so they'll still give off a spa-like experience.
A personalized word search blanket that you can customize with their name and all the fun inside jokes that deserve to be cherished until you're both old and grey.
The 369 Method Manifestation Journal so they can dive deep into identifying, setting, and achieving their goals through the Law of Attraction. This gives them space to write down their goals — three times in the morning, six in the afternoon, and nine at night — and manifest what they are hoping to achieve.
A "Gracula" garlic crusher, which does a FANGtastic job at doing the annoying, tedious job of crushing up garlic cloves. All they have to do is insert the cloves, twist, and they're done. Whoever created this little gadget is a bloody genius!
A set of rainbow wineglasses that are just as functional as they are beautiful. They can fill these up with some bubbly and add a sparkling touch to their dinner table and their kitchen cabinets.
An Airplane Pocket tray cover because your jet-setting bestie knows the struggle of trying to squeeze a full-size water bottle in the seatback pocket. With the many compartments, they can keep all those Hudson News snacks, water, and their phone all in a secure spot without having to annoy their seatmates when they get up for the fifth time to get something from the overhead bin.
A "huggable" squishy gummy bear night-light if your BFF wants to spice up their room decor with something that is bear-y cute. This sweet lil' guy also has a one-hour automatic shut off, so they'll be able to doze off with sweet dreams.
A baguette-shaped pillow that is just the thing they knead in their room for the ultimate comfy, cozy vibe. Reviewers say it's super plush and you can use it as a body pillow, a napping pillow, or just as a fun piece of decor.
A guided visual "breathing partner" since your friend needs a little mindfulness to get through the day or help them fall asleep at night. It'll guide them through calming breathing exercises and hopefully help them feel a little less stressed and more relaxed, thanks to the soothing changing colors.
A little popcorn bucket vase for adding a fun *pop* of color to their coffee table or nightstand. Bonus points if you bring them flowers already in it when you gift it to them!
A Renpho percussion massager if your friend feels young at heart but their body isn't feeling so young anymore. This has five speeds and five massage heads to target all those sore muscles from whatever activity they thought they were still up for.
A personalized Stanley name tag since their big ol' honkin' aluminum cup wasn't enough to let everyone know that they ARE, in fact, the main character in every room they walk in.
A mini donut maker perfect for the friend who will die on the hill that a sweet breakfast is better than a savory one. They'll be able to craft fresh donuts from the comfort of their own home and enjoy a sweet treat at any hour of the day.
A pound of cereal marshmallows that will make your bestie realize how truly lucky they are to have you as a friend because a pound of pure sweetness can make anyone's boring Tuesday feel a little more 🌈 magical. ✨
Sriracha: The Game — it's a card game, but add a little 🌶️ spice. 🌶️ When you see pairs or sandwiches in the deck, you slap them to collect, and whoever has the most cards wins! This fast-paced game will have your friend questioning which they love more: Sriracha itself or the condiment-inspired game.
A mushroom growing kit so your friend can feel accomplished by harvesting their own ingredients for dinner and whipping up a tasty meal with some sweet umami flavors.
A teensy candy vending machine for the friend who is always down for a sweet little treat. They can keep this at home or bring it to the office so they'll always have a little sweetness during their 9–5.
A flower press kit that lets them save their favorite finds from nature and use them as decorations for scrapbooking, pieces in a floral collage, or cute additions to gifts.
Small Batch Bakes, perfect for those who just want a sweet treat without the hassle of converting those "serves 24–36" recipes into smaller batch sizes. They can flip through these delicious recipes meant for one to six people and satisfy their sweet tooth.
A strap-in airplane headrest/eyemask to help them actually enjoy their mid-flight or mid-car ride nap and not wake up with a crick in their neck. Their seatmates will be thinking, "Wow, why don't I have one of those?"
A marble board wire cheese cutter that'll be a gouda-ddition to their kitchen tools. Now they don't have to spend time cutting slices of cheese for their guests because they can just do it themselves and awe at the stylish marble tool.
A fun BBQ rub set with Cajun, Memphis, Caribbean, Southwest, Beef BBQ, and Chicken BBQ seasonings that they can use on meat and fish. Not gonna lie, this is like gifting them a one-way ticket to Flavortown!
A magnetic rotating UFO-shaped Bluetooth speaker so unbelievably ~out of this world~ because of its unique design and cool light settings. They'll be able to show off their good taste in music, and you'll be able to show off your expert gift-giving skills.
A neon "SNACKS" sign that will have a place of honor in their kitchen because if there's one thing in life they love, it's having free will and eating Cheez-Its, salami, and pickles for dinner.
A levitating planter to impress everyone who walks through their door. This modern twist on the traditional planter will have your friend amazed and happily relieved that it's a faux plant (in case they don't have much of a green thumb).
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