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Christmas is coming. And given the underwhelming amount of actually good gift ideas for every kind of people there is I’ve decided to take it upon myself to make a brainstorm depending on what the person likes, without being unnecessarily expensive or trying to promote a product. Of course this doesn't mean you can't use this list for literally any occasion. Anyway, here it goes:

Bookworms:

The obvious choice is a book. You can either directly ask or try to be like “What’s a book you’ve been wanting to read?”, or maybe if they mention it or conversation.

Say you don’t want to buy a book for whatever reason? Then buy something to make their reading more comfortable: those laying down reading glasses (don't give this to someone who needs glasses obviously), a small reading lamp (clip on or around the neck), a reading pillow (yes those exist), a book holder (these are pretty useless if they read on the couch or bed), lap tray, book bow, reading glasses, hell maybe even a magnifying glass for reading!

Another option, is, imagining they don’t already, some platform to read pdfs (e readers), it would be even more thoughtful if you set it up already with some pdfs (these can be gotten through dubious means if you're in a tight budget) so you aren't giving them a task to do

If they already have a kindle or e reader you can give them a case for it. Just make sure it fits their model. You can also get a holder for these

Some people use book journals but personally I have never seen anyone use that (again yet another task you give the person). So I'd say if the person likes to annotate books you can give them supplies for it; sheer sticky tabs, colored pens, markers…

Some people always say to give bookmarks but personally I don't think anyone I’ve met needs one (you can use paper or those free ones they give out). Maybe a cool book cover instead, if they’re into aesthetics

If you like handcrafted gifts you can search for etsy sellers who can bind a book of your choice for you, you can do this with their favorite read that is worn down from too much reading. You can also attempt to do this but the time and cost might be too much. The cheaper option of this is a handmade bookmark

If the person is a bookworm and like stuff like pins and keychains you can get them book related ones, if a trilogy they like is extremely popular there will be a lot of fanmade merch of it you can give them

You can also get things for storing the books themselves, bookstopers, shelves, etc. This would be advised if the person complains about a lack of space to keep the books in

Some of these gifts would be too little on their own so you can get three things like, for example, reading glasses, a book holder and book stopper. Of course this depends on your budget

Gamers:

A videogame they want to start or they are curious about but aren't sure they will like it so they won't spend the money on it

In game currency or a gift card regarding the game or in some digital store like epic or steam

Merch of a fandom they’re really into. Obviously for some games like cod this doesn’t exactly fit a lot but most games with storytelling are a good choice. I’d say try to search for subtle merch about it since no everyone likes an obvious zelda print on the shirt screaming ‘i’m a geek’

Blue light glasses. If they haven’t lost their vision already its a good way to prevent tired sight.

If you know about pc components and know they’ve been meaning to change a concrete one you can get one of them, ofc this is expensive so this is an IF you want to expend that kind of money on someone else. Similarly a console they’ve been wanting could be a good option (steam deck, nintendo switch, ps5, 8 bit simulator)

I will say that hard drives that are 1 terabyte aren't that bad in pricing and can be an amazing addition to a custom built pc (staring at my sims 4 folder which used 675 GB alone)

Another option is a VR headset. There are some that are relatively cheap. I would just have in mind if they have space in their room to move around and not bump into anything.

Cord extensions and chargers that have long chords. Also a cable organizer can be helpful. They’re probably gonna use it for one thing or the other.

A foot rest, or heating rug so they don’t get their feet cold while they game brrrr

Cases for gaming consoles, accessories for them. Especially if they’re an aesthetic type of gamer.

A stand to put the controllers, they can have built in charging systems.

A desk light if they don’t have one. A small one works, preferably led light so it matches with the setup, basically so they aren't staring at one bright thing while everything else is dark af.

An office chair. Not a gamer chair, one meant for offices, these are more ergonomic and are made to be used for long periods of time. Plus they usually have mesh so you don't get all sweaty in summer.

If they like lego, get that person a lego set of the game they like, lately they have been releasing some affordable sets that are like mario themed

A fan. Why? Well with the PC it probably gets hot during summer. Can get them those neck ones too

A pegboard so they can put stuff in there or goove lights (can set them to react to the monitor so they change colors. Pretty cool)

If they have a custom keyboard, you can get them keypads

A good old mousepad. Idk if this is just me but I prefer sturdy ones. Grab a big one.

Either a USB hub, an external hard drive or one of those machines so you can read a micro SD card. These can all come in handy.

A microphone or webcam if they don't have one. Something cheap is better than nothing, can be helpful depending on the game

A grip strength trainer and just something so they exercise their wrist man, also one of those gloves for compression?? So they don't get arthritis

A gaming pillow for consoles or a chair cushion

Neck and back massager. And maybe something to train the back while at it

Maybe a mini PC if the person has an old as fuck pc that ATp those tiny ass machines can surpass

A good power bank

Weebs:

Merch of their favorite anime, manga, whatever. Please if you’re gonna get clothes, do not just buy a big print of it, try to find subtle merch since they can get embarrassed about it. This includes furniture, lamps, accessories, posters, mugs, pins, stickers…

Collectable figurines of a character they particularly like

A physical copy of a manga or manhwa they've only read digitally

A candle inspired by a character they like

If the anime or manga has a game based off it and they don't have it, you can give them that (assuming they have the platform to play it)

If they’re a cosplayer, you can get them a wig in a color they don’t have or for a character they wanted to cosplay, you can even get the full set. Another option is giving the cosplayer materials for their cosplay or machines for it (sewing machine, 3d printer, foam cutter…)

Food that is inspired or recreations of a series they watch. Can also take them out to a restaurant inspired by it if it's popular enough for that

I can't believe I'm saying this but a body pillow BYEE (don't get sexualized ones pretty please. They should order the gooner stuff themselves)

Manga box sets !!!

An art book if they like to check those out! Some mangakas also have official “fan books” where it's basically just adding fun facts and stuff about the series apart from showing art.

Blind boxes! There are some that are specific to the anime if it's popular. I feel like most weebs are also collectors so

A shelf to display their stuff or full on a display showcase

Anime blu-ray. Most ppl that are weebs which I know like to have these even if nowadays DVDs is low-key dying out

Funko pops have some animes if you don't wanna spend the pennies on an official figurine

A crunchyroll subscription ig (or discord nitro since they probably use discord)

Creative/Diy people:

Materials for what they specialize in; yarn for crocheters and knitters, paper for origami to those who do it, eva foam to those who make dolls out of them…

A kit for beginners in a new type of medium, beginner kit to start cross stitch, stamp making, etc.

I would like to highlight a kit to paint crystal (making almost anything u own pretty yes) and a resin set

Polymer clay (this shit can do sm, jewelry, ashtrays, sculptures, etc)

A workshop activity! Pottery making, sculpting, something fun for a few hours! Try to make it work in their schedule and if that's not possible, some places offer gift cards for that kinda stuff.

Organizers to keep their stuff relatively neat

A beautiful carpet to hold sheets of paper. You can get a custom one and all. Look it's not something that might make them jump in join but you bet it's helpful

Portable printer. Can be helpful in so many things, and if they do a lot of crafty things they're def gonna use it

If you wanna go further?? Those which allow you to make ur own stickers, and also get the paper for it while ur at it

A scrapbook (if you know they're someone constant with this stuff. DO NOT give this to an ADHDer who can't keep a routine to save their life), and all the materials to make it (washi tape, cool markers, stickers…)

A taschen book (there's literally so many!! Some are on the expensive side tho)

A premium subscription for a year for a service they use (ex: adobe, canva, capcut… You get the idea)

Places to hold space virtually, so either a premium subscription to Google drive for more space, SD cards, pen drives with large capacity, hell you can even get them an external hard drive or even an internal one if they got a custom built pc (you can get 1 terabyte for like 50 dollars and space runs out so fast with heavy programs and lots of files)

A backpack/bag that is BIG and has lot of places to put stuff, make sure it's versatile. Idk if they ever need to carry a lot of their supplies one place to the other they might need something else than their usual backpack and it can come in handy. Bonus points if you add some charms to make it cuter

Anything ergonomic cuz tbh that person will probably be sat down a lot and most likely using a computer. Ergonomic chairs, ergonomic mouses, ergonomic keyboards, for digital artists somewhere to put their digital tablet and move it around, those tables that can be adjusted up and down…

On that point, maybe they could like one of those small treadmills to be at home so they aren't just sitting down all day, and tbh who has the energy to go outside

A digital camera if they don't specialize in photography, or a Polaroid. I feel like most creative ppl love taking photos to have memories of the moment. Make sure to add the SD card if it's a digicam

Pin maker, this is for someone you're sure they use pins, so they can make their own ones yay!!

Ones of those paper guillotines. Neat lines!

Specialized scissors for what they do. If they sew, get good quality fabric scissors, if they are a hairstylist? Again, get good quality trimming scissors, etc. They're surprisingly expensive. Get a special cover for them so if they live with someone they don't get stolen and lose the sharpness

General:

If the person is normal and gets cold when winter comes (looking at people who wear shorts during winter), clothes meant to be worn underneath the cute clothes, warm thermal shirts, fleece thighs… This always comes in handy.

Additionally, heatable blankets, hand warmers (as in the digital ones), heating pads and stuff like that !! Also heatable jackets exist just so you know

A pillow with ur face on it. Cuz it's funny (pls don't let this be your only gift tho BYE, can be something to add if u feel like what you got it's too little)

If they wear makeup, a makeup bag. Or tbh any kind of small bags to put in stuff in is super helpful cuz I've been going form place to another and between having to carry pads, meds and all I wish I had more of those HELP

A baseball cap, can be a simple one. This is specially if they go outdoors a lot, can avoid them from burning their scalp if they're as white as a paper sheet. Plus fashion ppl can accessorize them so yay

A clothing rack for ppl who don't have enough storage for their clothes but do have the space to place them….

A notebook. A tiny one to carry around. It's super helpful trust!!

A long cable (usually connection c is the one ppl use the most but if they have iphones and they're connected to it get them that kind) the type that are like 90 degrees so they can sit on a surface without bending weirdly and ending up broken. Trust it's super helpful to be able to toss around and not have the cable limiting u

A record player and a custom record (yes you can make those) add their favorite songs and make the photo some photo together and you got yourself a cute gift

A diffuser and some essential oils. If they're someone more neat tidy or even like into meditation/witchcraft I feel like it's pretty neat.

Or a dehumidifier… You'll be surprised by the amount of ppl who have mold somewhere in their house

A projector!! U can get them a mini one and also something quick they can set up so they don't just project it into a wall

Pajamas. Never enough pajamas. Specially warm ones

This is so niche but there is a product I think it's called shower notes which it's exactly what it sounds like. Waterproof paper to write ur shower thoughts down cuz I get genius ideas mid shower or like stuff I should do just to forget about it.

A migraine relief cap!! Migraines can happen to anyone but ppl you know are always complaining about it?? Get them these

There are also like massager masks for migraines… You can also just grab massage machines in general

Additionally, there are sleeping headphones which are way more comfortable, for those ppl yk sleep with music

A reusable bottle water. Doesn't need to be an expensive brand, a good old big and trusty metal water bottle is super helpful.

An electric lighter!! There are so many cute designs and if they smoke they're def gonna need to light up stuff

Advent calendars!! There are so many types and it can be something fun to give! You can check out of there's reviews of it all opened to make sure you're getting your money's value

Travel mirror with a light, basically like a travell vanity :^]

Fire blankets! Not really a wow gift but it could save their life

Luggage scale for ppl who travel a lot

If they're like ecological stuff, bees wax wraps! Additionally, metal straws and glass Tupperware

A little bundle if you know their fav color and general interest you can easily assemble something with like let's say- a few home items, a piece of clothing and a book :3

For ppl who moved into a new house you can get them dishes cuz honestly they're quite expensive. And some decor to help them start to clutter up the space

A jewelry holder of some sorts, can also get a small bowl to put in stuff. Honestly things to place in stuff are always helpful regardless of (if they have the space for it)

If the person wears perfume, you can get one of those travel perfume holders yk?? But not the ones that injects itself cuz I'm pretty sure they leak.

Air fresheners in their favorite scent, to put in cupboard and around the house

A gift card. It's low effort but it does the job

A yearly subscription (or a month if it's top much) Like Spotify, Netflix, Disney+, etc. Some of those can be even gifted through gift card

Tickets to a concert of an artist they like

Anyways, if there's something that you gotta take from me is that it's better to gift helpful stuff that the person will actually use, small quality of life improvements that won't break the bank and will make them think of you every time they use it. Who likes to have a gift catching dust? Cuz I don't so.

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