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Fussy Folks on Your Christmas List? Here’s 16 Awesome Gift Ideas for Those Hard to Buy for People.

We all have at least one hard to buy for person in our lives, right? They may be the person who has everything or maybe they’re the one who doesn’t want anything. Whatever the case, you don’t want to be the one showing up empty handed on Christmas.

A great place to start your gift giving hunt is by thinking outside the Christmas box, meaning don’t concentrate on Christmas themed gifts. I love getting things like new ornaments but if you have a fussy person who isn’t really into decorating, this isn’t the best option. Neither are ugly Christmas sweaters or random Christmas décor. Instead, think about things that they can enjoy all year or at least throughout the colder months. If you’re racking your brain trying to figure out what to buy for those fussy folks, here’s Christmas list that’s a bit naughty and nice to keep things interesting.

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Smelly Stuff:

In my opinion, you can’t go wrong with candles, wax melts or essential oils. They are the quintessential holiday gift and most people really like them. Just a word of caution, I’d ask what the gift receiver likes in terms of scented candles or items. Not everyone likes the same smells. You may have to be a bit sneaky by working in some random conversation about the kinds of scents people like.

If you already know that the person uses essential oil diffusers, then this set of oils is a great gift to give. It has a nice variety and they can pick the ones they love the most.

100% PURE - ArtNaturals Essential Oils, unadulterated, therapeutic grade, and GC/MS It’s vegan and cruelty free.

The options for candles are endless. There are literally hundreds to choose from in local shops and some really fun options online as well. I saw these Duke Cannon candles a while back and filed them away in my mind as a really fun candle option for the manly man in your life. Guys won’t admit it but they do like to decorate with candles and have a nice smell in the house just as much as anyone else.

These are a soy blend wax with a 75 hour burn time.

Scent notes feature the warm, slightly smoky scent of burning hickory logs.

Another really beuatiful candle option is from a company called Flatyz. If you’re the secret Santa for a person who likes art, wine, pop culture or home décor, then this candle is an awesome gift. They’re scentless candles and come with the steel display stand. They’re flat and with a double wick and they’re hand painted.

Office Stuff:

Many of us work on the go these days and having a simple way to stay organized at home, in the car or on the road is super important for our sanity. This notebook cover is great for business travelers or anyone interested in journaling or keeping their thoughts organized.

ECO-FRIENDLY & ANIMAL-FRIENDLY VEGAN LEATHER: This professional leather planner organizer is made from 100% animal-free vegan leather, that’s buttery-soft to the touch and offers protection against the weather, spills, sticky or dirty surfaces. It’s made to hold a 6” x 8” notebook, journal or smart tablet. It has places for business or credit cards and a pen. It’s a stylish gift that is useful and will appeal to an office collogue or spouse.

Another great gift idea that will last all year round is this address stamp. Eliminate the need to print out or buy return address labels. This handy, personalized gadget is a fantastic time and money saver.

Stamp mount features a clear base to easily align your impressions

• Impression Area: 7/8" x 2-5/16"

• Available in your choice of the following ink colors: Black, Red, Blue, Green, Purple or Brown

Practical Self Care:

This hand lotion option is a great unisex self-care gift. It will work wonders for winter dry skin. *52% are likely to buy bath and body products. More than half of households in South and Midwest are likely to purchase bath and body products as a gift in the next year. This is right on trend this year as well: 43% male and 62% females polled plan to buy hand lotions in next 12 months. So, you’ll be a head of the curve when you give this as a gift this year!

BEYOND HYDRATION: This Soothing body lotion promotes healthy skin from within, lasting from 4 to 12 hours and does not wash off, ensuring long-lasting protection from home and workplace toxins. Provides relief from allergies and dry, itchy, cracked skin.

SHIELDING PROTECTION: Healing lotion that protects against environmental toxins, sanitizers, frequent hand-washing, and irritants found in cosmetic and cleaning products. Perfect for people with sensitive skin as it helps prevent skin allergies and rashes.

DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED: Prescribed by skin care experts and doctors worldwide. Unparalleled relief for dry and cracked hands and feet. Apply a small amount on clean, dry skin; reapply every 4 to 12 hours. This lotion is non-greasy and fast absorbing.

MADE IN THE USA: Gloves in a Bottle is hypoallergenic, vegan, cruelty-free, and every ingredient is on the FDA's most safe list.

Stuff to get the party started:

This is the perfect housewarming or Christmas gift for those who love to entertain. It’s a full bar set in a beautiful black finish, stylish and will fit in any décor.

All the drink shaker set made from food-grade 304 stainless steel that will not leak, break, bend, warp. And the Koviti cocktail set will remain on your bar for many years, help you create drinks made from a wide variety of liquors like Whiskey, Tequila, Gin, Rum, Brandy, and more.

The perfect companion to the bar set is this wonderful new cocktail book that is sure to delight anyone looking for unique signature cocktails for parties all year round.

A curated collection of 41 delightful recipes that combine the playful creativity of fashion, the deliciousness of food, and the beauty of flowers, in one gorgeous glass. Elegant, edible flowers are becoming more accessible every day—they will taste as good as they look in fragrant drinks.

Cheese and charcuterie board

Another great Christmas or housewarming gift. The Uniqyfy Wooden Cheese Board is very easy to clean and is designed not only for special occasions but also for daily living. Treat yourself to a glass of wine and crackers from the comfort of your very own kitchen at home or set a pre-dinner appetizer as a relaxing activity with your spouse.

To keep the party going after guests have sampled the signature cocktail, mixed with their new bar set, and sampled the gourmet delights, entice them to play a fun game of goat yoga. Yes, this is a real thing and it’s hilarious!

• Players perform real yoga poses while completing ridiculous challenges with an inflatable goat.

• Hilarious party game

• Positive vibes and laugh-out-loud fun!

Pet themed gifts

You can’t go wrong with a gift for a person with a pet, especially if they’re of the fussy persuasion. Pet people love to get gifts for their fur babies and really appreciate it when their friends recognize how important their pets are to them. *48% millennials 45% gen x and 35% baby boomers plan to buy gifts for their pets this year. You’ll make a great impression by remembering Fido and Fifi on your Christmas list.

• Bark Box subscription: EXCLUSIVE TOYS: You won’t find this box anywhere else! These rainforest-themed toys (get it? Amazon?) with thoughtful features like spiky ball squeakers, crazy crinkles and soft ‘n’ stretchy rope, to keep your dog happy and engaged. Whether they thrash, tug, or tear out fluff, we’ve got toys for your pup.

• HEALTHY & YUMMY: Our delicious treats and chews are locally sourced with all-natural ingredients from American farms and made in the USA. No wheat, no soy, no corn—the good stuff!

• Cat nip subscription: KitNipBox supports animal welfare organizations nationwide. Each month, we donate a portion of our proceeds and/or products to shelters, rescues, TNR efforts, and a variety of other feline welfare causes.

Warm Feet, Happy Heart

There’s nothing like toasty warm feet on a cold day. Whether its after work or sacked out on the sofa for a Saturday night, everybody loves to cozy up and be warm while they’re binge watching their favorite shows. My top pick for warm tootsies is Snoozies: There’s a design for everyone from wine drinkers to pet lovers. They’re decked out with cheeky sayings but they’re super comfortable! This fun footwear is sure to be a hit even with a tough cookie who has everything!

Unique applique art design on each slipper that are made with a brushed fleece exterior in colorful & fun printed patterns and then lined with a soft Sherpa fleece inside.

COMFORTABLE - Soft, comfy, warm and just simply adorable. Slipper socks keep feet warm even on the coldest of days! They work in warm climates too where air conditioning keeps floors cold.

ANTI SKID SLIPPER SOCKS - Each pair of slipper socks has a non skid sole so you can feel safe wearing them on wood or tile floors.

They’re available for women and men and come in various sizes. They’re also fully machine washable and won't shrink!

To CBD or Not to CBD

CBD Hamp and CBD products are making a huge splash in the market this year and this is one of my favorite products out there.

One 9oz glass jar of raw, unfiltered clover honey infused with 1000mg USDA Organic Hemp Oil Extract

Non-GMO, US Grade A, THC FREE one serving size provides 28mg hemp oil for pain relief, muscle soreness, stress and anxiety

Not only makes the perfect sweetener for teas, other beverages, and baked goods, it’s also the tastiest way to receive the benefits of an all-natural hemp oil concentrate

Large 9oz offerings packed to be gift-ready in recycled shipping box and natural burlap bag.

Reuse:

It’s no secret that we need to rethink the way we consume. There still needs to be a lot of work done on the packaging of ALL the products we purchase but, the packaging of our food is one place that we can make an immediate impact to conserve waste. I love the effort made to reduce single use food products. These options are a wonderful way to contribute to responsible consumerism. You can bring these items to work, keep them at your desk, in your car, in your bag. They are stylish and before you know it, everyone in the office will want a set too!

Reusable cutlery set: Service for 1: Comes with 1 Dinner Forks, 1 Tablespoons, 1 Knives, 1 Chopsticks, 1 Cleaning Brush, 1 Straight Straw, 1 Bent Straw, 1 Carrying Case and 1 Carrying Pouch. Great for get-togethers, office lunches, formal or informal meals; Stylish flatware allows you to dine in style with friends and family; Modern style pairs well with your other flatware.

Reusable water bottle: A simple way to conserve is to stop buying single use water bottles and opt for a re-usable water bottle instead. These are beautiful, functional and you can be proud to give them as a gift!

• Inspired by nature, the elements Collection features a shiny, high-gloss fish that mimics the luster and sheen of organic materials culled from ancient quarries. Each bottle is one-of-a-kind, just like the individual who carries it.

• S'well bottles feature triple-layered, Vacuum-insulated construction, designed to keep beverages cold for up to 24 hours or hot for up to 12.

• Made from 18/8, food-grade stainless steel with superior construction that allows for refilling and reusing easily to reduce the need for single-use plastic water bottles.

That’s it. A Unique Bunch of Christmas Gifts for the Hard to Buy for People on Your List

There you have it. 16 gifts to give the fussy person on your Christmas list. I’d love to hear what you think about the list and if you have other things you would add to it? Feel free to leave a comment below to let me know what you’d add to the list.

ArtNaturals Aromatherapy Essential Oil Set

Duke Cannon Emergency Heat + Light Man Candle

Flatyz Unscented Thin Flat Candle

Vegan Leather Folio Cover

Return Address Stamp

Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion

Koviti Stainless Steel Bartender Kit

Floral Libations Cocktail Book

Bamboo cheese cutting board and knife set

Kikkerland Goat Yoga Party Game

BarkBox Monthly Dog Subscription

KitNipBox - Monthly Cat Subscription Box

Snoozies Slippers

Honeybliss – Raw Clover Honey with 1000mg Hemp Extract

Tifanso Reusable Utensils with Case

S'well Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle

*Source: Strategic Insights, August 2019 Gifts and Decorative Accessories Study

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Michael is Principal designer and blogger at Michael Helwig Interiors in beautiful Buffalo, New York. Since 2011, he’s a space planning expert, offering online interior e-design services for folks living in small homes, or for those with awkward and tricky layouts. He’s a frequent expert contributor to many National media publications and news outlets on topics related to decorating, interior design, diy projects, and more. Michael happily shares his experience to help folks avoid expensive mistakes and decorating disappointments. You can follow him on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook @interiorsmh.