11 uncommon gifts for the friend that already has everything

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We all have that one friend who already has everything and never knows to drop hints. I have several of these friends, and always end up spending hours upon hours of pointless window-shopping trying to figure out what to get them. Things got more complicated this year with all the COVID restrictions.

If you’re like me, you’ve probably already scoured through various websites for unique and personalized gift ideas. If you still couldn’t decide what to buy, here are 11 uncommon gifts to give your friends this holiday season:

1. An engraved wooden lantern that can be personalized to project images and words onto a wall

[Image description: An engraved lantern projecting butterflies onto the wall. ] Via Etsy

With this beautiful lantern, you can send a magical message to your loved ones for them to cherish forever.

Get it here for $49.55

2. A personalized illusion lamp to turn a photo into a night light

[Image description: An acrylic illusion lamp made from a photograph.] Via Etsy

You’ll never forget memorable moments with this personalized lamp!

Get it here for $70.20

3. A Feel-Good Box full of all-natural spa goodies

[Image description: A box full of spa goods for self-care.] Via Etsy

We could all use some self-care during these times. This is the perfect gift to comfort your friends through a breakup, when they’re dealing with a loved one passing and so much more.

Get it here for $87.93

4. A holiday scented candle to get in the holiday spirit

[Image description: A holiday-scented candle with a cute message on it.] Via Etsy

This candle will make a COVID holiday season seem more normal.

Get it here for $15.99

5. A moon phase necklace that can be customized to reflect the moon phase on a special date

[Image description: A customized moon phase necklace created for a birthday.] Via Etsy

This necklace is meaningful but also versatile enough to go with many outfits. It’s Perfect for astrology loving friends.

Get it here for $44.36

6. Long-distance friendship lamps that light the other one up when touched

[Image description:Two long-dstance friendship lamps sitting on a desk.] Via Etsy — [Image description: Two long-distance friendship lamps sitting on a desk.] Via Etsy

These lamps are perfect for long-distance friends to stay in touch with each other! Have your Tangled moment.

Get it here for $235.20

7. Handmade Succulent Soap to spice up any bathroom

[Image description:Handmade succulent soaps on a bathroom sink.] Via Etsy — [Image description: Handmade succulent soaps on a bathroom sink.] Via Etsy

These uncommon handmade soaps will look absolutely adorable in the kitchen or next to the bathroom sink.

Get it here for $12.70

8. Picasso-face earrings for your artistic friend

[Image description: Bejeweled earrings on a white background.] Via Etsy

These Picasso-face earrings will add color to any outfit.

Get it here for $9

9. Trump Coffee and Biden Tea Boxes for your woke, politically active friend

[Image description: Sleepy Joe Tea and Fake News Coffee on a table.] Via Etsy

These coffee and tea boxes come with mysterious gifts hidden inside them too.

Get it here for $25

10. A silver quiver and arrow ear cuff for your badass friend

[Image description: A silver quiver and arrow ear cuff on a ear.] Via Etsy — [Image description: A silver quiver and arrow ear cuff on an ear.] Via Etsy

This statement piece will instantly make any outfit look more badass.

Get it for $46.76

11. A DIY Whiskey Making Kit to end the night with.

[Image description: A whiskey making kit on a mirror tray.] Via Etsy

This DIY Whiskey-Making Kit makes it possible to customize your own alcoholic beverage with different flavors.

Get it here for $79.80

Have fun being creative! Hopefully this list inspired you and you’ve decided what to get. We hope your friends enjoy these cute and personalized gifts. Wish them happy holidays from us at The Tempest too!

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