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It’s that time of year again—a 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 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 your special someone is a sophisticated type with refined taste or a quirky character 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 list of great gifts to give the creative person in your life for the 2022 holiday.
For the Style Icon
Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf

Shovava | $62+
Artist-Designed Backpacks

Society6 | $55.99
Meteorite Dust Necklace

Yugen Handmade | $45
Birth Month Flower Robe

Juliet Meeks | $78
Three-Piece Sloth Ring

Mary Lou | $119
Genuine Opal Pendant Necklace

PaulWrightJewellery | $101.93
Fluffy Bucket Hat

MsPineappleCrafts | $27.80
Frida Kahlo Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $20
For the Quirky Culinary
Handmade Resin Engraved Charcuterie Board

Fifth Design | $114.28+
Bear Paw Oven Mitts

Genuine Fred | $25
Sloping Ski Glasses

Uncommon Goods | $58
Jungle Slotted Spoon

OTOTO | $16
Foodie Dice

Liz and Sarah Downey | $24
Diamond Whiskey & Wine Glasses

The Wine Savant | $37.99
Mon Cherry Measuring Spoons and Egg Separator

OTOTO | $16
Wooden Oven Rack Pull

Jonathan Simons | $20
Loch Ness Monster Ladle

OTOTO | $16
Bartender Glasses

Kikkerland Design | $25
For the Creative Thinker
Color Problems, 19th Century Color Guide

Sacred Bones | $35
Portable Watercolor Sheets

Viviana Colorsheets | $19.95+
Architect Building Blocks

James Paulius | $30
Photographer Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $20
Weaving Starter Kit

oneoftheflock | $97.95
DIY Jellyfish Lampshade

VasiliLights | $70.59
3D Pen for “Drawing” Sculptures

3Doodler | $79.99
Creative Block, Advice from Successful Artists

Danielle Krysa | $14.88
Dachshund Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest

Tramai Ceramics | $25+
For the Pop Culture Expert
Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug

Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $16.95
“Kitty” Stardust Enamel Pin

Niaski | $12.50
Snoopy Waffle Maker

Uncanny Brands | $46.99
Darth Vader Device Holder

Exquisite Gaming | $22.99
Wicked Witch Bookmark

MyBookmark | $27
Ted Lasso Fisher Price Little People Collection

Fisher Price | $29.97
Superhero Floating Shelf

Atori Designs | $32
Modern Artists Socks

Chattyfeet | $39.95
Black Panther Wakanda Forever Action Figures

Marvel | $36.99
For the Animal Lover
Cat Pile – Cat Stacking Game

COMMA | $39.95
Make Your Own Dog Treats Kit

Hapinest Store | $19.99
Ceramic Fox Yarn Bowl

Barruntando | $51.54
Barn Owl Embroidery Kit

Kiriki Press | $20
Cat Back Scratcher

WHATONEARTH | $22.59
Sloth Needlepoint Pillow Kit

SozoDIY | $56.31
Herding Cats Puzzle

Nervous System | $75
Animal Multi-Tool

Kikkerland Design | $22.50
Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt

Kyndall & Jake Chambers | $135+
Creatures of the Order: Carnivora Poster

Kelsey Oseid | $26.84+
Animal Society Temporary Tattoo Set

Tattly | $15
Grizzly Trivet

OTOTO | $16
Orange Cat Scratching Post

Vetreska | $59.99
For the Hard Worker Who Needs a Mini Break
Infinite Galaxy Puzzle

Nervous System | $120
Lollicopter Kinetic Toy

John Edmark | $25
De-Stress Gift Set

Halee Everett | $26
Sloth Sleep Mask

>mmstudioforkids | $22.84
Relaxing Magnetic Dolphin Desk Toy

Westminster | $12.99
Cherry Pit Therapeutic Heat Pillow

>Claudia Phillips | $32
Good At Naps Blanket

Calhoun and Co. | $115.17
Sleep and Meditation Helper

>Uncommon Goods | $100
For the Nature Lover
Levitating Planter

Flyte | $299
Succulents Paint by Numbers Kit

>Elle Crée | $34
Succulents and Cacti Three Wick Candle

>Zoet Candles | $49.95
Aloe Ring Holder

Home Smile | $13.99
Blue Agate Bookends

Rock Paradise | $68.60
Monstera Coasters

>finestimaginary | $26.56
Delicate Cactus Candles

Outee | $10.49
For the Tech Enthusiast Who’s Always Plugged In
Apple Airpods Pro

>Apple | $249.99
3D Printer

>Comgrow | $189
Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector

>Nebula | $299.99
Self-Cleaning Water Bottle

>Larq | $99
Foldable Drone Quadcopter

Holy Stone | $249.99
Travel Cord Roll

Uncommon Goods | $20
Smart Notebook

Moleskine | $279
Immersive Listening Experience

Woojer Inc | $135+
Mini-Bluetooth Speaker

My Audio Pet | $19.99
3-in-1 Charging Station for Apple Products

Tophot Store | $14.99
For the Traveler
The Traveler's Playbook Journal

Deanna Didzun | $35
National Park Scratch-Off Poster

Reveal Adventure | $25.99
City Map Necklaces

Talia Sari | $79
National Park Field Guide

Taylor Bruce | $8.99+
Travel Packable Hoodie

Uncommon Goods | $110
Portable Power Strip with Universal Socket

K-century | $14.99
Neck Pillow with Built-In Hood

Genuine Picks | $10
Adventure Challenge Scrapbook

Bryant Ellis | $20+
This article has been edited and updated.
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