53 Gift Ideas: Toughest People on Your List
A thoughtful gift guide, with unique ideas, for those who have everything! Gifts at every price point for the hard-to-buy-for adults in your life.
Yes, we ALL have people on our Christmas shopping lists that can be “challenging”. Like deer in the headlights what do I buy kinda people!
Luckily for you, I’m a creative gift giver I’ve been called thoughtful. I’ve had to buy for those difficult-to-please adults.
Sometimes it wasn’t even difficult to please, but for those who have everything or buy what they want when they want it! You know the type, right?
Plus I’m sharing this right as Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals go live. You’ll save a ton of time and money too.
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Top Gifts for the Toughest People on Your List
When I tell you I love finding holiday gift ideas to help you (and me), I really do!
It’s a fun challenge to find new and creative ideas. Plus share gifts that I’ve given to my family and friends that they LOVE.
Let’s go through the ways I’m going to categorize the gifts, so you you can quickly sort through and find what you need.
- Those That Have Everything (splurges)
- Your Best Friend
- The Tech Lover
- The Foodie
- The Golfer
- The Traveler
- The Music Lover
My hope is even if someone doesn’t specifically fit into one of these categories, you’ll still be inspired by my finds!
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Gifts For Those That Have Everything
Cocktail Maker
My good friend LOVES this automatic cocktail maker. It’s a LUXURY item and like having your own bartender on call. Just pop-in a cocktail capsule with your favorite booze. Buy the storage stand and classic cocktail kit from Amazon for the win.
Portable TV or Tablet
This is a NEW idea! It’s a battery operated, movable, touch-screen tablet that doubles as a TV. It has a web cam too. Watch TV anywhere and have a larger screen for video calls!
Countertop Ice Maker
For those that entertain this countertop nugget ice maker is the answer. It makes the perfect chewable bit sized cubes. Never run out of ice at 44 lbs per day and it holds 3 lbs of ice!
Dyson Hair Straightner
As a woman with unruly curly coarse hair, I’d LOVE this air straightener that uses hot air and not heated plates to smooth. This is a true splurge that combines two styling tools into one!
Smokeless Fire Pit
Yes! You read that right little to no smoke is promise. This is the BEST looking smokeless fire pit that is portable too!
Gas Griddle
Up your outdoor cooking game with this gas griddle. A hostess recently cooked chicken with this griddle and OH MY was it juicy and perfect. It’s WAY more versatile than a grill. Cook with it like you wood a cast iron or electric skillet.
At Home Golf Simulator
Yes! Play golf anywhere with this golf simulator. A great way to learn golf in the comfort of your own home or garage (it’s definitely cheaper than joining a club). Play 100K+ courses without getting on a plane! Don’t forget the screen enclosure.
Gifts For Your Best Friend
Instant Photo Printer
Nothing says “BFF” like a portable instant photo printer! Get those digital photos of the the two of you off the phone and into a frame fast.
Iphone Wallet
For those fun nights out, this MagSafe wallet is the perfect accessory. Great for men (pocket) and women (little purse), so you you have your phone and cards in a slim package.
wine and Bubbly chiller
Anyone who’s ever met me KNOWS I’m a big fan of Prosecco 🙂 Have a friend like me? This is the perfect bottle chiller and tumbler set for wine or bubbly. You can order a personalized chiller here for a truly special gift.
Candle Warmer Lamp
They’ll never want to burn a candle again, after trying this candle warmer lamp. Give this to your bestie with their favorite scented candle or a festive holiday candle. Perfect for parents with little kids or for the office.
Easy Ice cream maker
Give your best friend this ice cream maker and plan a get together making desserts. This will make gelato and smoothies too! Include new recipes to try as part of the gift.
Organize Jewelry and watches
Does your BFF love watches, sunglasses or jewelry? This jewelry drawer organizer is the perfect solution for them. They can think of you every time they get ready to go out. Comes in a variety of colors for men or women.
Gifts For The Tech Lover
High Speed Wi-Fi
Your tech lover has the need for high internet speeds and stable connectivity. This is the BEST and fastest mesh network for your home. The newest model is compatible with the latest Wi-Fi 7!
4K Projector indoor/outdoor
This autofocus 4K projector has all the bells and whistles to impress! Download any app from Google play plus works outdoors. Immersive JBL speakers too! Buy with this pull-up portable screen.
Roku with Sound bar
If you ask the tech experts they will recommend Roku as the best streaming option. This is a GREAT deal with the soundbar and Roku for the best audio quality while watching a movie!
apple watch 9
The newly released Apple Watch 9 is here! As a person who resisted having one, I’m now a huge fan! It’s great for tracking workouts, health, the weather, controlling music, and SO much more.
Noise Cancelling Headphones
Noisy household, office, dorm room or airplane? These noise cancelling headphones are the answer! Perfect for the gamer too. These have the latest technology that monitors the sound around you.
3-in-1 MagSafe Charger
All those devices need to be recharged, so why not give an all in one solution. This newly released MagSafe charging stand works with the latest Apple devices. Moving to USB-C chargers is a pain! MagSafe is better.
stylish laptop bag
The tech lover definitely has a laptop! This is the backpack I use and it’s perfect! It is a fashion backpack that holds a TON, but is slim. I’ll even use is as a purse carrying it by the top handle.
Gifts for the Foodie or Entertainer
Automatic Espresso Machine
This automatic espresso machine does it ALL! It grinds the beans, froths the milk and makes 18 specialty coffees hot and cold. This is on my wish list!
Indoor Herb Garden
Don’t let Mother Nature or lack of outdoor gardening space get in the way of your home chef. This indoor herb garden is the perfect complement to any kitchen.
Measuring cups and Spoons
A great space saver and combination tool for anyone who cooks. This 2-in-1 “shelly” measuring up and spoon set is fun and gets the job done plus nests for easier storage.
Chef knife set
Not only is this knife set fun to look at, but the rainbow of colors help to avoid cross contamination in the kitchen. Ceramic coated.
Knife and scissor sharper
My mom showed me this handheld sharpener that she LOVES to keep her knifes and scissors sharp. A great staple for the chef of of the house.
Pretty Pots and pans
Only Martha Stewart could design such a pretty set of pots and pans that are high quality too. Their non-stick and ceramic plus made without PFOA, PTFE, lead or cadmium.
Wireless Meat Thermometer
Sit on the couch and monitor your meat in the kitchen or on the grill! This is a long-range wireless meat thermometer you can use with your phone! Never over or undercook anything again.
washable runner
You may not think to buy your kitchen aficionado a washable runner, but TRUST me they will appreciate it! A pretty kitchen makes the food look better right?
Marble Rolling Pin and stand
What a beautiful addition to the kitchen! Is it decor or a rolling pin? It’s perfect for the baker who likes a neat and tidy kitchen. This marble rolling pin with stand can be left on the counter for easy access.
8-1 Air fryer and toaster
If you’ve been on the hunt for an air fryer and a toaster, this 8-in-1 option is for you! Equipped with AirFry setting plus toast, bake, broil, grill, and warming feature. Plus it will look good on the counter too!
Deluxe Grill Set
Maybe grilling is at the center of your foodie’s world? Why not upgrade them to a set of stainless steel grill accessories with its own case?
easy wine opener
The perfect complement to a perfect meal is a glass of wine. This corkscrew wine opener is award winning and makes the job SO much easier. I have this and LOVE it!
Gifts for the Golfer
Multi-Use Golf Bag
Have a traveler and a golfer? This is a COOL everyday carry-on bag that converts into a golf travel bag. Wow! Perfect for the golfer that likes to fly to new golf destinations. The 2-in-1 use is bargain for the price.
Range finder with Speaker
This range finder bluetooth speaker does it all! It’s magnetic too. I’ve played golf listening to music with this and the sound plus GPS distance accuracy is great! 10 hours of battery life.
Pocket Range Finder
This is the range finder I use! It’s small and lightweight, so it doesn’t take up too much space in your bag. It can clip onto your pocket for the best distance accuracy, it’s magnetic for the cart, and the GPS instantly picks up the course you are playing.
Fun Golf Head Covers
Every golfer loves to show their personality on the course. Find fun leather head cover that fits not only their club, but also their sense of humor!
Practice putting green
Perfect for the office on long work calls to pass the time. Your golfer will LOVE this practice putting green. Add to a game room for added fun.
Golf Ball Finders
These specialized high definition lens glasses help a golfer locate their ball. If you are an experienced or new golfer, they are a life saver to find balls in the rough!
High Visibility balls
These metallic high visibility golf balls are a great idea for those who a little visually impaired aka older eyes! They pop off the fairway and sparkle in the rough.
Gifts for the Traveler
Hard sided carry-on
With spinner wheels this 21 inch carry-on will be easy to maneuver through airport crowds. TSA approved, easy to clean and durable!
Weekend travel Bag
To say I am obsessed with this bag is an understatement! It is the PERFECT weekender bag, shoes store in the bottom. Includes shoe bags, toiletry bag, and a packaging cube.
Packing cubes
This set of 8 packing cubes will help you pack and organize any bags. Great for packing by category to help you as you move from city to city with the same bag.
Laptop Screen Extender
For the traveling executive or future executive, this double screen extender for a laptop is portable and will enhance productivity on the road.
3 in 1 travel charger
This is the perfect travel charger because it folds into a little square and packs small. It charges an iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods at the same time! Perfect for the transition from lightening to MagSafe charging.
Packable Lightweight jacket
A packable jacket is a must for a traveler. This lightweight quilted jacket packs small, but still keeps you warm!
Sling Backpack
Multi-purpose crossbody shoulder bag that can be used for a wide variety of travel as a lightweight daypack. With over 23K reviews it’s a LOVED travel bag.
Plug-in diffuser
Take your home scent on the road with this plug-in diffuser. Eliminate odors easily where ever you travel and enjoy your signature scent.
Gifts for the Music Lover
turntable aka record player
This versatile turntable has 3 speeds to play all your vinyl and with bluetooth compatibility can stream all of your music too. The portable suitcase design means you can use it in any room in the house!
Turntable stand
What could be better for your turntable than a stand and storage for your vinyl. This record player stand includes power outlets built-in, 3 USB ports and 2 standard plug outlets.
3rd Gen Airpods
These AirPods have it all! Personalized Spatial Audio, Sweat and Water Resistant, Lightning Charging Case, Up to 30 Hours of Battery Life. Buy the MagSafe case as an upgrade.
Boom Box and Karaoke
Portable BIG sound and entertainment in this little package. This boom box has a wireless microphone for sing-a-longs, is rechargeable, splash-proof, and has party lights too!
Sonos Sound System
Premium audio you can talk to! The Sonos System is a music lovers dream. You can craft any system you like. Start with a portable room speaker and soundbar.
Waterproof Portable Speaker
No matter where your adventures you take you, you can play your favorite music on this small bluetooth speaker. It’s rugged and waterproof too! The built-in strap attaches to bags, bike handles, or cooler handle.
In full disclosure I am an Amazon Influencer with my own Porch Daydreamer shop, but personally I LIVE on Amazon so I am always on the hunt for great products!
Many of these ideas are on my Holiday Gift Guide I will keep updating it, so BOOKMARK it to find later.
Amazon Wish Lists
OK, this is NEW to me and I think it is GENIUS! You know a bridal registry right? Amazon now has a HOLIDAY GIFT REGISTRY!
Everyone in your close circle can register for gifts, so you can buy want they would like without asking them for a list or ideas.
Great for buying clothes because you have the ability to tagged sizes too.
It’s takes seconds to set up and then share and to find other’s lists search by their name.
It will save SO much trouble trying to track down an email or text message they sent, with what they’d like.
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