There are so many things I see everyday that I think are a complete waste of money, like Canadian Goose jackets worn outside of the Arctic Circle and candle displays around the house collecting dust. There are also a variety of items that seem only good for a White Elephant Party. Here is my collection of those gifts, and rationale as to why they are actually awesome. All gifts are under $35, so they won’t break the bank.
Squatty Potty
Laugh all you want, I wish I invented this thing. The commercial for this product appears as a total joke — but the unicorn is right, you do poop better. This gift will revolutionize bathroom time and allow you additional minutes in your day. Yes, it is a glorified step stool (pun intended), but it works. If I were Oprah, I would be shouting, “Everyone gets a squatty potty!” (cue heads exploding in the audience.) ($25, Amazon)
Shower Squid
Staying in the bathroom, but moving to organization, the Shower Squid will help you corral all your shower items into one central location. This happy squid has 9 rubber tentacles that hold various sizes of shampoo, body wash, and conditioner bottles to keep them off the tub’s edge. It can hang right off your shower head. The best part? It’s cute little smiling squid face greeting you as you start your day. Comes in blue and green. ($36, Uncommon Goods)
Tech Taco
This piece of fabric helps keep your cords in check. If you are like me and are constantly untangling wires from your purse, these are here to save the day. They make great stocking stuffers for the disorganized people in your life. ($10, Amazon)
Brown Sugar Bear
A great stocking stuffer for the baker in your family. This bear made of clay helps keep your brown sugar from hardening and becoming unusable. For under $5, your sister will get a cute humidifier for her baking products. ($4, Amazon)
Shredding Claws
If BBQ is the love of your life, you need these claws. Even if you only make the occasional shredded chicken for enchiladas, these are easier to use than two forks. Yes, easier than forks! They are durable, have a strong heat resistance, and are basically an extension of your own paws. If you are getting someone a BBQ cookbook this Christmas, add these, they will thank you all year. ($13, Amazon)
Palazzo Pants
Much to the disappointment of my husband, I wear these all the time. These pants come in a ton of different brands and colors on Amazon and are the most comfortable pants I have ever owned. They are also work friendly if your office is not super formal. There is no waistband, so you can eat a full buffet or use them in pregnancy. I own 5 pairs now and LOVE them. ($18, Amazon)
Chef Tony Miracle Blade Knife Set
I bought these knives in 2001 and have never found knives better than these. Just now, 15 years later, only two of them are slightly rusting, but still could saw a shoe in half. I will sing these knives praises until they literally fall off the handles, but while we wait for 2075, go buy these now and you won’t regret it! ($20, Miracle Blade)
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