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The holiday season is here. And that means it's time to give thanks (and presents) to those who matter to you the most. More likely than not, you’ve got a few creative people on your list to shop for, which means you’ll need equally creative gifts to bundle and bestow upon them. That's why we've created something that isn't your ordinary holiday gift guide. No matter if you are holiday shopping for your mom, grandma, or a creative teen, we’ve got a wide selection of options for that creative, crafty, artistic, stylish, expressive visionary in your life.
Our top picks include items of all price ranges, so you can both find a present with a wow factor as well as something that works for a stocking stuffer or Secret Santa. Whether the gift recipient is a sophisticated type with refined taste or a quirky co-worker with a penchant for silly stuff, there’s practically an unlimited number of potential presents to choose from. While finding the perfect gift is never easy, we’ve made it a lot easier for you to sift through the massive catalog of gifts online and go straight for the ones designated for creative folks.
From unique fashion and accessories to your style icon friend to innovative tech items for anyone who loves a good gadget, there's something for everyone.
Scroll down to browse through our gift guide featuring the best gifts for art lovers, designers, and more.
Check out our shopping list of the 101 best holiday gifts to give the creative person in your life this year.
For the Style Icon
Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf
Shovava | $62+
Artist-Designed Backpacks
Society6 | $75+
Polarized Stainless Steel Sunglasses
Quince | $50
Colorful Geometric Earrings
Silvia Casas Jewels | $88.70
Meteorite Dust Necklace
Yugen Handmade | $55
Vegan Leather Shopper
Von Holzhausen | $495
Birth Month Flower Robe
Juliet Meeks | $68
Three-Piece Sloth Ring
Mary Lou | $129
Gold Leaf Statement Earrings
Dinari Store | $47.76
Fluffy Bucket Hat
karmanepalcrafts | $24.99
Frida Kahlo Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50
Wool Blend Cape
COS | $170
For the Quirky Culinary
Kitchenaid Design Series Stand Mixer
Kitchenaid | $699.99
Authentic Thai Chef Knives
Uncommon Goods | $70+
Handmade Resin Engraved Charcuterie Board
Fifth Design | $84.10
Bear Paw Oven Mitts
Genuine Fred | $23.99
Personalized Cast Iron Pan
John & Sheila McCormick | $125+
Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker
Ninja | $156.41
Sloping Ski Glasses
Uncommon Goods | $58
Jungle Slotted Spoon
OTOTO | $16
Grilled Personal Pizza Maker
Uncommon Goods | $40
Foodie Dice
Liz and Sarah Downey | $24
Diamond Whiskey & Wine Glasses
The Wine Savant | $37.99
Mon Cherry Measuring Spoons and Egg Separator
OTOTO | $15.95
Loch Ness Monster Ladle
OTOTO | $16.95
Bartender Glasses
Kikkerland Design | $25
For the Creative Thinker
Portable Watercolor Sheets
Viviana Colorsheets | $19.95+
Book of Earth: A Guide to Ochre, Pigment, and Raw Color
Heidi Gustafson | $35
Photographer Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50
Weaving Starter Kit
oneoftheflock | $78.95
Sketchbox Table Easel with Drawer
MEEDEN | $78.95
DIY Jellyfish Lampshade
VasiliLights | $80.10
Solar Photography Kit
Uncommon Goods | $14.95
3D Pen for “Drawing” Sculptures
3Doodler | $79.99
Gift Card for Online Art Classes
My Modern Met Academy | $34.95+
Find Your Artistic Voice
Lisa Congdon | $18.95
Dachshund Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest
Tramai Ceramics | $29+
Ceramic Paintbrush Holder
Ruth Pike Ceramics | $30.68
Modern Artists Socks
Chattyfeet | $39.95
For the Pop Culture Expert
Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug
Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $19.95
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Tea Towel
Heya Designs MD | $17.99
“Kitty” Stardust Enamel Pin
Niaski | $12.50
Snoopy Waffle Maker
Uncanny Brands | $44.99
The Bear T-Shirt
Emtizee | $20.48+
Darth Vader Device Holder
Exquisite Gaming | $24.99
Golden Girls Fisher Price Little People Collection
Little People Collection | $34.99
Star Wars Slow Cooker
Uncanny Brands | $34.99
Superhero Floating Shelf
Atori Designs | $32
I Am Groot LEGO SET
LEGO | $43.99
Alice in Wonderland Embroidered Sweatshirt
ACG Embroidery | $54.99+
For the Animal Lover
Cat Pile – Cat Stacking Game
COMMA | $39.95
Make Your Own Dog Treats Kit
Hapinest Store | $14.99
Barn Owl Embroidery Kit
Kiriki Press | $22
Cat Back Scratcher
WHATONEARTH | $28.79
Sloth Needlepoint Pillow Kit
SozoDIY | $45.53
Between Us: Animal Portraits
Vincent Lagrange | $88.33
Herding Cats Puzzle
Nervous System | $75
Animal Multi-Tool
Kikkerland Design | $24.50
Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt
Kyndall & Jake Chambers | $89+
Creatures of the Order: Carnivora Poster
Kelsey Oseid | $25+
Animal Society Temporary Tattoo Set
Tattly | $15
Grizzly Trivet
OTOTO | $19.95
Orange Cat Scratching Post
Vetreska | $59.99 (plus 5% coupon)
For the Hard Worker Who Needs a Mini Break
Microwaveable Heated Slippers
Intelex | $28.99
Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock
Hatch | $169.99
Smart Eye Mask with Heat, Music, and Massage
RENPHO | $62.99 (with $7 coupon)
Infinite Galaxy Puzzle
Nervous System | $120
Desktop Zen Garden
ENSO | $54.75
Lollicopter Kinetic Toy
John Edmark | $25
De-Stress Gift Set
Halee Everett | $26
Sloth Sleep Mask
mmstudioforkids | $25.02
Relaxing Magnetic Dolphin Desk Toy
Westminster | $11.96
Cherry Pit Therapeutic Heat Pillow
Claudia Phillips | $32
Good At Naps Blanket
Calhoun and Co. | $118
Sleep and Meditation Helper
morphée | $99.99
For the Nature Lover
Levitating Planter
Babook Store | $65.99
Succulents Paint by Numbers Kit
Elle Crée | $34
Smart Bird Feeder with Solar Powered Camera
Bird Buddy | $279
National Park Beanie
Uncommon Goods | $32
Succulents and Cacti Three Wick Candle
Zoet Candles | $49.95
Glass House Bird Feeder
Erica and Steven Moore | $69
Aloe Ring Holder
Home Smile | $13.99
Blue Agate Bookends
Rock Paradise | $84
Monstera Coasters
finestimaginary | $26.61
Wooden Butterfly House
Uncommon Goods | $29.99
Delicate Cactus Candles
Outee | $9.99
LEGO Succulents Set
LEGO | $39.99
For the Tech Enthusiast Who’s Always Plugged In
Pocket-Sized Flying Camera
Hover | $349+
Apple Watch Series 10
Apple | $399.99
3D Printer
Comgrow | $419
Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector
Nebula | $299.99
Apple AirPods Max Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Apple | $479
Self-Cleaning Water Bottle
Larq | $99
Foldable Drone Quadcopter
Holy Stone | $150.99 (with $49 coupon)
Travel Cord Roll
Uncommon Goods | $20
Smart Notebook
Moleskine | $206.34
Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Edifier | $89.99
3-in-1 Charging Station for Apple Products
Tophot Store | $19.99
For the Traveler
Stylish Weekender Bag
LOQI | $44.95
The Traveler's Playbook Journal
Deanna Didzun | $35
AirFly Pro Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter
Twelve South | $54.95
Smart Carry-On Luggage with Front Pocket
Arlo Skye | $375
National Park Scratch-Off Poster
Enno Vatti | $29.99
The Everywhere Bag
Away | $195
Custom City Map Necklaces
El Nino Jewelry | $85+
Travel Packable Hoodie
Uncommon Goods | $110
Portable Power Strip with Universal Socket
K-century | $14.55
Travel Pillow with Neck and Shoulder Support
trtl Store | $64.99+
Adventure Challenge Scrapbook
Bryant Ellis | $20+
This article has been edited and updated. Prices were accurate at time of publishing.
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