If you are scrambling for the perfect last-minute gift for a loved one – you came to the right place! These companies promise the products will be delivered in time if you order within the week. Be sure to also check out our other gift guide here.
For the Kids
Snag this convenient digital toy that can be taken on the go. Punirunes allow children to create their own adorable characters that look and feel squishy. It’s a great for imagination and to fulfill any sensory needs.
Calling all Paw Patrol lovers – and we know there are a lot of them! Paw Patrol: Rescue Wheels Chase’s Power Haulin’ Cruiser is a great last-minute purchase for the Chase lover. With all the gadgets, lights and sounds – any child will find endless fun with their favorite pup.
Hatchimals remain a hot toy in 2024. This year, you can purchase the Hatchimals Alive Mystery Hatch (in various characters) or the Hatchimals Alive, Rainbow Hatchery Toy. Children love the anticipation of being surprised by the character then will be entertained with imaginative play.
Turn your home into a full playroom with this Ball Pit Bundle. The Ball Pit Bundle is the gift that’s sure to wow little ones and keep them entertained! Which includes 200 fully recyclable pit balls and a pit big enough to fit three kids! Best of all, the pit comes in modern colors and designs and does not have BPA, phthalates, lead, PVC and polyurethane.
Inspire your budding scientist with the Miko Mini and Miko 3. It’s a smart robot that combines STEAM learning and education with music, dance, stories, and conversational learning. It’s the perfect little robot to inspire engagement, friendship and imagination.
Get bundled up for the cold months with Stonz Snow Mitts, award-winning and waterproof mitts that are actually comfortable for little hands! Pair it with the adorable Stonz Baby and Kids Pom Beanie that is crafted from soft knit material and adorned with an irresistibly cute pom pom. Speaking of comfort, snag some matching family pajamas from Kyte Baby, which offers apparel made from ultra-soft bamboo material.
Bring comfort to your little one with Warm Pals. These clever plushies feature internal packs that can be either warmed or chilled to provide soothing comfort for achy days. Simply stick your Warm Pal in the microwave for 60-90 seconds and cuddle for instant warmth!
Super Striker Hover Soccer Ball is a unique addition to your indoor games to help get kids moving even if the weather doesn’t allow for outdoor play. Two sturdy nets let you play with a friend or go solo as you master your scoring technique. Take your soccer skills to the next level with this cutting-edge indoor soccer ball!
MindWare is bringing Christmas dreams to life with all sorts of fun including the Rise & Shine Coffee Café and the Hocus Pocus Magic Show Magician Kit. Check out other MindWare products that inspire fun and family time here.
Make bedtime easier with the Bedtime Deenderz, which includes a bedtime story comic book, power band slap bracelet, and glow-in-the-dark belt buckle. Or snag a Smillows, a scented pillow to help spur good dreams and ZzZs.
Can slime become even more fun? Yes, with the Canal Toys So Slime Marble Twist N Slime Mixer, which allows children to make marble slime. Bonus: It isn’t messy!
Finally, grab an easy stocking stuffer with some fun LEGO ornaments, including this Star Wars one.
For the Adults
Make the holidays relaxing with The Mini Relax Gift Box from Something Splendid, which includes a handwritten card, plush cozy socks, naked collagen under eye gel mask, brightening face mask and a brightening face mask. Add more comfort with this outrageously soft throw blanket from 1i4 Group.
Say it with me – no more rough hands! We love these convenient Cuticle Oil Pens that transform your nails and cuticles — allowing you to feel your best and enjoy the confidence of knowing what you’re putting on your body is truly good and good for you. Made with 100% all-natural ingredients including coconut oil, sweet almond oil, and Vitamin E.
Speaking of beautiful hands. Check out the Chipped Social NFC-embedded Press-on Nails, innovative wearable tech, a fashion statement that builds and strengthens social connections at your fingertips. Tap the NFC-enabled nails to any smartphone to share your links—these drop-dead gorgeous press-ons have NFC chips in the thumbs, so you can stay in the moment effortlessly.
STĀS Skincare’s The Clarifying Complex Serum is a great gift for beauty lovers. This concentrated, non-drying serum harnesses the power of nature to inhibit bacteria, clear pores, and calm redness. Formulated with four plant powerhouse ingredients, it drenches skin with superior hydration while supporting a healthy skin barrier, leaving the skin looking smooth and youthful.
Make mama’s life easier with the D95 Wet Detangler Brush that is erfect for straight, wavy, curly, coily, thick, fine, thin, and fragile hair. It is gentle on the scalp and glides through knots and tangles without pulling or snagging, reducing breakage.
Bring affordable glam with the Adriana Pearl Necklace, a stunning initial necklace features a beautiful pearl finish that exudes classy vibes and is available in letters A-Z. Crafted with 18k gold plating over durable stainless steel, it measures 40cm with an additional 5.5cm extension for a perfect fit.
Get mom a beautiful Makeup Bag from Lazarus Artisan Goods, a brand that is on a mission, literally, to bring the best-crafted leather accessories to the marketplace while providing artisans in rural Haiti and Honduras with vocational opportunities to use their talented skills to live abundant lives now and in the future.
Does your loved one love golf? Check out San Diego-based Harland Threads, a women’s golf apparel brand is dedicated to redefining the space by creating stylish and functional clothing designed specifically for female golfers. Their mission is to empower women on and off the course, offering high-quality, thoughtfully designed apparel that enhances performance and boosts confidence, whether you’re picking up a club for the first time or are already a seasoned pro.
Keote is bringing glam to mom’s world with this compact and reusable bag that can carry up to 50 pounds! Fold it up nicely when you don’t need it and it becomes a fashionable piece adorned with gold hardware and vegan leather. There aren’t enough words to describe this convenient beauty!
Here’s an easy gift for every member of the family – high-quality drinking water with a reusable bottle! PATH Water offers still, sparkling, alkaline and flavored water in BPA and eco-friendly bottles. You can accessorize the bottles with clips as well. Best of all? It’s more affordable than other water bottles.
Calling all coffee lovers. Try Swanson Organic French Roast Whole Bean Coffee, which contains the most highly controlled and quality-assured beans in every bag. Start off your day right with a warm cup of Swanson Organic coffee or enjoy throughout the day!
Upgrade those kitchens with products from the American Kitchen including the Stainless Steel Casserole Pan, Stainless Steel Skillet Set or 10inch Nonstick Skillet. These products will make cooking easier. Plus, they are nice to look at!
The Ohuhu Pupu Marker Set is the perfect gift for anyone who loves illustration, sketching, coloring, doodling and drawing. With 60 colors, each pen is numbered for easier finding your preferred colors. Also, a blank DIY color swatch card is included so that you can edit and organize the colors according to your preferences.
TRIBIT StormBox Mini is equipped with dual premium 48mm 6W full-range drivers and a passive radiator, it harnesses the power of large magnets to deliver clear, precise sound from every direction. Experience audio like never before with TRIBIT StormBox Mini. It also runs for 12 hours with just one charge!
MIXX StreamQ C4 is the ultimate noise-cancelling, wireless headphones with perfect combination of state-of-the-art technology and sophisticated design featuring ANC noise cancelling, quick charging, transparent mode, hands free calling and a foldable design, these headphones offer a comfortable and luxurious listening experience.
Vitesy Shelfy is the revolutionary smart device to keep food fresher for longer. Simply place it in a refrigerator extends food shelf life, reduces bacteria, and removes unpleasant odors that can often occur and, with the average US household chucking a third of the food purchased into the trash can, it’s time to act now.
If a clean home is a happy home, snag the Ultenic U16 Flex Cordless Vacuum. Say goodbye to dust, debris and pet hair with this cordless vacuum cleaner. Equipped with a 550W high power, the U16 Flex provides suction up to 45Kpa. There are three different speed modes to meet users’ daily needs, Eco mode, Normal and Turbo.
Could mom or dad use office tools? We love Swingline’s convenient products such as the Optima 20 Compact Electric Stapler, Electric 3 Hole Puncher and Guillotine Paper Trimmer. Quartet also offers an assortment of products to help with the daily work grind, including the Glass Desktop Monitor Riser, the Glass Dry-Erase Notepad, the Glass Desktop Dry-Erase Easel, the Glass Magnetic Desktop Dry-Erase Panel and Glass Dry-Erase Desktop Computer Pad.
Have an expectant mom? Help her prepare for journey ahead with essentials such as BabyBuddha 3-in-1 Sterilizer, Comotomo Bottle Bundle and Lansinoh Breastfeeding Essentials Kit.
Finally, bring the holiday spirit with the Spiced Pumpkin candle, the Snow Family Lantern or an assortment of beautiful and fun ornaments from Old World Christmas.
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