Gift Guide 2020

We asked around and tried to find some unique ideas for the special someone in your life. If you're looking to celebrate or just make them feel a little extra special this holiday season, here are some ideas we came up with and we're hoping you can find the perfect gift.

Just as a reminder, nothing on this (or any other) gift guide I publish is sponsored. We asked around, got ideas from family and friends, and came up with these things. Some of these links may include affiliate links and I may receive a small commission on those items.

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Men's Gift Ideas

We had your favorite guy in mind when assembling this list. We have ideas for the sporty guy, all the way to the hunting guy. We hope you find something on this list that is perfect for him. Enjoy!

All Things Sports

His Favorite Team’s Jersey: {aff. link} He can sport his favorite player or team’s jersey while he watches the game! Who’s his favorite player? We think Steph Curry is pretty amazing!
Tickets to See His Favorite Team Play: The sports fanatic would love to receive season tickets to his favorite team or sport. Or for a lower ticket item, tickets to a single game or event.
Lodging at a Club Or Resort He Loves: Book him a room at his favorite ski resort or golf course. Or if you want to go with him, book a trip for the two of you.
UFC Fight Pass/NFL Sunday Ticket/Streaming Package For His Favorite Sport: Does he love to watch sports? Get him a streaming package. This is the perfect gift for the couch athlete.
Garmin Instinct Rugged Outdoor Watch with GPS: {aff. link} The athlete on your list would enjoy this GPS watch. It’s rugged & water-resistant, & will track their heart rate, activity, & stress. Whether they are training for an event or just a weekend warrior, they will appreciate this gift.
Acegmet Golf Rangefinder: {aff. link} I bought this for my husband for his birthday this year and it was a hit.
Hybrid Swim/Walking Shorts: {aff. link} These shorts are perfect for every guy. No matter where they’re headed, they will be ready in these hybrid swim/walking shorts, and with a slight stretch to them, they’ll be comfy whatever they’re doing. My husband and son wear these all summer long.
Reef Men’s Phantoms Sandals: {aff. link} I don’t know about you but my man won’t spend money on flip flops. He’ll wear his until they’re absolutely falling apart. These Reef Sandals are amazingly sturdy and comfy too. They can be worn in the boat, at the pool, or out on a trail. They come in lots of colors to meet any guy’s style.

Hunting and Camping Enthusiast

9. Jet Boil Camping & Backpacking Stove Cooking System: {aff. link} This is a cool gift for the backpacker or outdoor adventurist on your list. They can boil water lightning fast while they’re out on the trail.

10.SUNROAD Mini Multifunction Barometer Altimeter Compass LCD Digital Thermometer Watch: {aff.link} Do you have an outdoor adventurer on your list? This gadget does it all! It’s an altimeter/barometer/thermometer/hygrometer/compass/pedometer/ flashlight and weather forecast for indoor and outdoor activity all in one!

11. Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener: {aff. link} I know my husband appreciates a sharp knife at all times. The guy on your list might love this knife sharpening product.

12. Benchmade Barrage 583 Tanto Blade Knife: {aff. link} I heard it on good authority that this knife is on a lot of guy’s wish lists. It’s super high quality, well designed and versatile. Plus it is guaranteed for life.

13. YETI Cooler: {aff. link} Get him this super-insulated cooler and fill it with all of his favorite beverages. His drinks will stay cool for hours upon hours.

14. Carhartt Hubbard LongSleeve Flannel: {aff. link} Guys love these flannels because they are sturdy and comfy and built to withstand all that guys put them through. They come in a handful of different colors so you can get them a few..

15. ONNAIS Biometric Gun Safe For Nightstand or Car: {aff. link} I feel so much better knowing that my husband’s gun is in a safe that can only be accessed by a code or fingerprint and not my kids. The size of this one is perfect if the guy on your list likes to keep his gun by the bed or in his car. Howard Leight by Honeywell Impact Sport

16. Sound Amplification Electronic Shooting Earmuff: {aff. link} Keep the man on your list ears safe with these ear muffs for shooting. These ones are cool because they have an external audio jack that lets the earmuff do double duty as stereo headphones when connected to an MP3 player or other audio sources.

18. Solo Firepit: This is portable and you'll be surprised at all the time you can use this. Take it camping, to the beach, or a night at home on the patio.

Pamper Him

19. Simply Great Beard Oil: {aff. link} My friend's bearded husbands swear by this beard oil. They say it makes their beards feel soft and conditioned, and it smells great too which is a bonus for their wives. It’s also vegan for those fur loving friends.

20. Men’s Grooming Kit: {aff. link} Everyone loves some good manscaping am I right? This kit comes with everything your guy will ever need to stay in tip top groomed shape. It takes care of his beard, head, body, or face. My husband loves the all-in-one ease of this kit.

21. Gentleman Jon Complete Wet Shave Kit: {aff.link} For the guy who appreciates an old school shave. This kit comes with everything he will need to get a smooth old fashioned shave, including a badger hair brush and yummy smelling sandalwood soap. And the packaging is on point!

22. MIGHTY BLISS™ Cordless Deep Tissue Back and Body Massager: {aff link} This is perfect for the guy who is active, always tense or enjoys a good massage. It’s super powerful and comes with 6 different massage heads. You will definitely be their favorite gift-giver with this item.

23.Bamtek Bamboo Silky Soft Breathable Cooling Sheets: {aff. link} Does your guy get hot and sweaty when he sleeps? These cooling sheets are perfect for the man in your life. Score some bonus points when you offer to break them in with him.

Hobbies Galore

24. Accessories related to his hobbies: {aff. link} Show him you support his hobbies by getting him an accessory that goes with his hobby. Such as a box of his favorite brand of golf balls.

25. Targets for his shooting target practice, or a fly

26. fishing journal so he can track his big catches.

27. Sceptre 30 inch Curved Gaming Monitor: {aff. link} Show him you love him by getting him an even bigger monitor for all of his gaming hobbies! This one is so cool with a curved screen and built-in speakers.

28. X-Maxx Pro Racing RC Truck For Adults: {aff. link} Bring out the kid in him. This is for the guy who is serious about his RC car hobby but this is definitely not for kids.

A night or Week Away

29. Pre Paid Guided Hunting, Fishing, Skiing, Kayaking, or Backpacking Tours: There are lots of great outfitters out there that offer guided excursions. Pay for it in advance and you'll definitely be his hero. It tells him you support his hobbies and gives him permission to take time away to refuel and do something he loves.

Subscription of the Month

30. Counter Culture Coffee of the Month Subscription: Never run out of coffee again. Coffee of the month subscription is the easiest way for the man on your list to enjoy fresh, delicious coffee delivered to his door.

31. Customized Whiskey Glass: {aff. link} Does the guy on you list enjoy the finer things in life? How about this cool custom monogrammed whiskey glass? You could accompany it with a Whiskey Of The Month Subscription too!

32. Stance Socks Monthly Subscription: If my guy could wear a new pair of socks every day for the rest of his life he’d be the happiest ever. That is why this subscription to Stance socks is the bomb. High-quality socks that are stylish and last. He gets 2 new pairs every month with this subscription.

Thoughtful Gifts

33. Digital Picture Frame Loaded With Pictures: {aff. link} A meaningful gift for that special guy in your life. Load up a digital picture frame with photos that will make him laugh, cry, and reminisce.

34. Photo Hanger Display For His Office or Den: {aff. link} This is a fun and unique way for him to show off his loved ones. Print out meaningful pictures to gift with this.

35. Frame Sentimental Items in a Shadowbox: {aff. link} Arrange and personalize his collection with a shadow box. Ideas: collage with photos, art, concert tickets, medals, awards, military medals, wine corks, beer cap collection, dried flowers, and roses, arts & craft, etc. Makes a great gift.

He Loves His Car/Truck

36. Get His Car Detailed For Him: Many car detailing shops have a mobile unit that will come to you. Get his car detailed for him while he’s at work and it won’t inconvenience him and he’ll have a sparkling clean car. Or if he’s a DIY’er get him this Car Detailing Kit.

37. Get His Windows Tinted For His Vehicle: A lot of window tinting business will come to you. Find one that will come tint his windows while he’s at work and surprise him!

38. Membership For An Automatic Car Wash: Lots of car washes have an annual or monthly pass. If he appreciates a clean car but doesn’t have a lot of time to wash it himself he would love this. Check out your local car wash to see if they offer a pass.

Gifts for Her

In the Kitchen

39. Exotic Meats Crate: {aff. link} This crate comes with 10 different kinds of exotic jerky like venison, wild boar, elk, and more! Comes shipped in a wooden crate with an etched crowbar to open the crate with.

40. ThermoPro Wireless Bluetooth Meat Thermometer: {aff.link} If the guy on your list already has a smoker or grill this is the perfect high tech toy for him! He can connect with Bluetooth using his smartphone and keep an eye on his grilling project from up to 500 feet away!

41. Traeger Grills Pro Series 22 Pellet Grill & Smoker: {aff. link} This item is on most guy’s wish lists. I mean, smoked meats? Come on! They will love you for it! I even love to use it because it’s simple and failsafe. The gift that keeps on giving year-round.

41. Chef’s Knife & Apron: {aff. link} Do you have a chef or weekend cook on your list? They might love their own chef’s knife and manly apron.

Everyone loves these

42. Apple Air Pods Pro: {aff. link} These are sweat and water-resistant for the active guy in your life. They also provide amazing sound quality and come with soft tapered silicone tips for a customizable fit. Who doesn’t want a pair of Apple Air Pods?

43. Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth Speaker II: {aff. link} This is the best portable Bluetooth speaker there is. It’s small but has amazing sound and pumping bass. This would be perfect for the music lover on your list.

44. Customized Road Sign For His Man Cave or Workbench: {aff. link} Get him a personalized road sign for his man cave, workbench, or den. This looks like the real thing and is even reflective.

45. Gift Cards To His Favorite Restaurants or Stores: {aff. link} If you still can’t find the perfect gift for the guy on your list, consider a gift card so he can choose the perfect gift for himself.

Kitchen/Cooks/Bakers

1. Kitchen Aid 6 Qt. Stand Mixer: {aff.link} The baker on your list will love this Kitchen Aid stand mixer. It does all the heavy lifting when it comes to making the perfect batter or dough. It comes in lots of different colors sure to make any gift recipient happy.

2. NutriMill Wheat/Grain Grinder: {aff. link} The breadmaker in your life will love this high-speed flour mill. It’s not like the old ones, it grinds wheat into flour faster and quieter too. You can also make cornmeal, oat flour, and rice flour.

3, Vitamix High-Speed Blender: {aff. link} I don’t think a day goes by that I’m not using my Vitamix. I love it for smoothies, soups, and making my own peanut butter. It is seriously the best blender ever. My kids love making orange Julius’ in it too.

4. Wilton 46 Piece Cake Decorating Set: {aff. link} Cake decorating is all the rage right now. Do you have a baker on your list? They will love this cake decorating kit. It comes with everything they need to create amazing Pinterest worthy cakes.

5. Bamboo Cutting Boards: {aff. link} These bamboo cutting boards are amazing. You can get them in many different sizes and they have a lifetime replacement warranty! If you’re anything like me, you could always use a new cutting board for the kitchen.

6. Cuisinart Air Fryer: {aff. link} We bought this last holiday season and we use it on the regular. It makes really amazing baked potatoes, crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. It makes the best chicken nuggets and re-heats leftovers like a pro.

7. Lodge 6 Qt Enameled Dutch Oven: {aff. link} This thing is going to the grave with me. I love it so much. It’s enameled and comes in lots of different colors. The right tool to marinate, refrigerate, cook, and serve in! You can broil, braise, bake, or roast in the oven with it too. It's heavy-duty and only a fraction of the price of a La Cruste.

8. Instant Pot 7in1 Electric Pressure Cooker: {aff. link} This thing is amazing! I can make a delicious dinner in a flash. I always forget to thaw my meat before dinner, but with this thing, I don’t even have to worry about it. It also can be used as a slow cooker, rice, cooker, and yogurt maker.

Yard and Garden

9. Mini Walk-In Greenhouse: {aff. link} This is the perfect gift idea for the woman on your list with a green thumb. It can be used indoors or out and will let her practice her gardening skills year-round.

10. The Ultimate Gardening Set: {aff. link} She can garden in style with this adorable floral pattern 9 piece gardening set. Complete with a pad for kneeling and a tote to carry all the tools in.

11. Exotic Seeds Growing Kit: {aff. link} This is a great gift for the gardener in your life, or even for kids. They can grow their own unique purple carrots, black corn, yellow cucumber and romanesco broccoli. This is such a unique and fun gift idea.

12. Collection of Flower Bulbs: {aff. link} This is a set of 25 various plant bulbs that will bring enjoyment for years. You can also find other great assortments on Amazon or at Costco.

13. Beautiful Arbor For The Garden or Yard: {aff. link} Any Gardner would love receiving an arbor for their garden or yard. This is a great gift idea that shows how much you support their hobby of gardening. Also, maybe a coupon to help plant the bulbs! Now that's love!

14. 4 Pack Pruning Hand Tools Kit: {aff. link} I am always on the search for good pruning shears. I either lose them or they are dull. I bet the gardener on your list would appreciate this pruning tool kit.

Techie

15. Bose Bluetooth Rose Gold Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones: {aff. link} These are on the spendier side but well worth the surprise and smile she will have when she opens them. And with remote learning and kids home more often she will totally appreciate them.

16. Air Pod Pros: {aff.link} For the Apple techie in your life. They’re sweat and water-resistant and come with silicone tips so they’ll fit her ears perfectly. Comes with a wireless charging case.

17. Fire HD 10 Tablet: {aff.link} Do you have an avid reader on your list? They would love the Fire HD tablet so they can load all of their favorite books and soon to be favorite books on it and have all of their books with them everywhere they go.

18. Leopard Stretchy Apple Watch Band: {aff. link} This is a super cute stretchy watch band that she can change out when she wants a new look. There are other colors and patterns to choose from. I get compliments on mine all the time.

Self Care/ Pampering

19. Dr. Teals Bath Salts 2 Pack: {aff. link} Dr. Teals is the absolute best brand when it comes to bath soaking salts. This 2 pack comes with a Soothe and Sleep and a Relax and Relief. They are both perfect for soaking your cares away.

20. Himalayan Salt Body Scrub: {aff. link} Body scrubs are always a great gift idea. They show that you care and want the recipient to take time for themselves. This one is especially good.

21. Microderm Abrasion At Home Kit: {aff. link} Give her the gift of her own at the home personal facial kit. This tool is amazing for soft glowing skin and can be used in the comfort of your own home.

22. Dry Brushing Body Brush Set: {aff. link} This is the perfect set for dry brushing which is a great self-care ritual. Dry brushing helps to detoxify by increasing blood circulation and promoting lymph flow/ drainage. It also reduces cellulite and stimulates your nervous system.

23. Shiatsu Back and Neck Massager: {aff. link}This massager is the bomb dot com. Specially targets specific areas that need relief the most and provides the deep tissue massage experience on your neck, shoulders, back, waist, calves, foot, and legs.

24. . Capri Blue Volcano Candle: {aff. link} I haven’t met a girl who doesn’t love this smell. It’s the popular candle from Anthropologie that everyone is always talking about.

Foodie

25. Wine Of The Month Gift Subscription: What better way of saying "I am thinking of you" than a subscription to a wine of the month? Each month, a shipment will arrive at your recipient's address with two wines for their enjoyment in a beautiful linen burgundy box with your personalized gift card.

27. Chocolate of The Month Subscription: Do you have a chocolate lover on your list? I know they will love this gift! It’s the gift that keeps on giving year-round. Each month they’ll receive a selection of handcrafted chocolates.

Fashionista

28. Stance Sock of The Month Subscription: These are the best socks around and they come in all styles like crew, ankle, and no show. They even have Friends socks now if the woman on your list is a big Friends fan. Gift her the monthly subscription and she can choose which socks come to her each month.

29. Roma Jewelry: I have found this brand of jewelry to be so good. It’s premium quality yet affordably priced. They have a necklace chain that is adjustable and it’s so cool. Their Roman glass collection is beautiful.

30. Battery Powered Heated Gloves: {aff. link} It seems like my hands are always cold and these gloves are the perfect remedy for that. I bet the woman on your list would appreciate these heated gloves too.

Fitness Enthusiast

31. Create Your Own Home Workout Dice: {aff. link} Since we are in the year of Covid working out at a gym can be nearly impossible. These workout dice are so fun! Just roll the dice and they will create your own at-home workout just for you.

32. Indoor Stationary Bike: {aff.link} There are a few great options for indoor cycles. If you’re looking for one that won’t break the bank, this FUNMILY bike is a great option. If you’re serious about your indoor cycling two other great options are the Nordic Track and Peloton models.

33. 7 Piece Yoga Starter Kit: {aff. link} Did someone on your list mention that they’d like to take up yoga? This kit is awesome! It comes with everything they would need to get started. Including a mat, strap, and blocks.

34. Hydroflask: {aff. link} Hydro Flask metal water bottles keep the coldest drinks icy cold and hot drinks piping hot for hours. They are dishwasher safe and have multiple lid options. My girls love the straw lid.

35. Athleta Gift Card- {aff. link} My favorite brand for workout clothes is Athleta. They have comfy, high-quality tanks and leggings with a generous return policy. They have women’s and girl’s sizes.

Beauty Guru

36. Gel Nails Kit: {aff. link} This kit comes with everything you need to do your own gel nails. The perfect gift for any girl who likes to get manis.

37. Nano Ionic Facial Steamer: {aff. link} Is there a girl on your list who enjoys self-care? Give the gift of pampering with this at-home steam facial kit.

38. Mighty Bliss Cordless Deep Tissue Back & Body Massager: {aff. link} This is perfect for the gal who is active, always tense, or enjoys a good massage. It’s super powerful and comes with 6 different massage heads. You will definitely be their favorite gift-giver with this item.

39. Ugg Women’s Tasman Slipper: {aff. link} You’ll be her favorite when she unwraps these Ugg slippers. They are so cozy and warm and have a rugged sole so she can wear them all day long.

40. Gift Certificate To A Spa: Gift her a relaxing stress-relieving experience. She can choose exactly how she wants to get pampered. How about a gift certificate to a local spa?

For The Home

41. Bissell Pet Stain Eraser Handheld Carpet Cleaner: {aff. link} Does she have pets? Chances are she’s gonna have to clean up after their accidents. This is the best handheld spot removal carpet cleaner there is.

42. Essential Oil Diffuser: {aff. link} Women love the smell of a fresh clean house. They also love the stylish decor. This combines the best of both. Get her some essential oils to go with it and you’re set.

43. Capri Blue Volcano Essential Oil: {aff. link} One of the essential oils that is a must for her diffuser is this popular volcano scent. I haven’t met a woman who doesn’t absolutely love this scent. You’ll hit it out of the park with this one.

44. O-cedar Spin Mop: {aff.link} I know I know! You’re not supposed to give a woman a mop as a gift! But trust me, she’s been wanting this. This will make all of her mopping dreams come true.

45. Dyson Vacuum: {aff.link} This little handy, dandy tool is at the top of her list. It makes chores, can I say it, maybe even a little fun.

I hope this list leads you to the perfect gift for your favorite guy! If not, hopefully, it at least gave you some ideas. Happy shopping and Happy Holidays from Jill at The Carefree Kitchen.