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It’s that time of year again—a time to give thanks (and presents) to those who matter to you the most. More likely than not, you’ve got a few creative people on your list to shop for, which means you’ll need equally creative gifts to bundle and bestow upon them. That's why we've created something that isn't your ordinary holiday gift guide. No matter if you are shopping for your mom, grandma, or a creative teen, we’ve got a wide selection of options for that creative, crafty, artistic, stylish, expressive visionary in your life.
Our top picks include items of all price ranges, so you can both find a present with a wow factor as well as something that works for a stocking stuffer or Secret Santa. Whether your special someone is a sophisticated type with refined taste or a quirky character with a penchant for silly stuff, there’s practically an unlimited number of potential presents to choose from. While finding the perfect gift is never easy, we’ve made it a lot easier for you to sift through the massive catalog of gifts online and go straight for the ones designated for creative folks.
From unique fashion and accessories to your style icon friend to innovative tech items for anyone who loves a good gadget, there's something for everyone.
Scroll down to browse through our gift guide featuring the best gifts for art lovers, designers, and more.
Check out our list of great gifts to give the creative person in your life for the 2022 holiday.
For the Style Icon
Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf
Shovava | $62+
Artist-Designed Backpacks
Society6 | $55.99
Meteorite Dust Necklace
Yugen Handmade | $45
Birth Month Flower Robe
Juliet Meeks | $78
Three-Piece Sloth Ring
Mary Lou | $119
Genuine Opal Pendant Necklace
PaulWrightJewellery | $101.93
Fluffy Bucket Hat
MsPineappleCrafts | $27.80
Frida Kahlo Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $20
For the Quirky Culinary
Handmade Resin Engraved Charcuterie Board
Fifth Design | $114.28+
Bear Paw Oven Mitts
Genuine Fred | $25
Sloping Ski Glasses
Uncommon Goods | $58
Jungle Slotted Spoon
OTOTO | $16
Foodie Dice
Liz and Sarah Downey | $24
Diamond Whiskey & Wine Glasses
The Wine Savant | $37.99
Mon Cherry Measuring Spoons and Egg Separator
OTOTO | $16
Wooden Oven Rack Pull
Jonathan Simons | $20
Loch Ness Monster Ladle
OTOTO | $16
Bartender Glasses
Kikkerland Design | $25
For the Creative Thinker
Color Problems, 19th Century Color Guide
Sacred Bones | $35
Portable Watercolor Sheets
Viviana Colorsheets | $19.95+
Architect Building Blocks
James Paulius | $30
Photographer Earrings
Yellow Owl Workshop | $20
Weaving Starter Kit
oneoftheflock | $97.95
DIY Jellyfish Lampshade
VasiliLights | $70.59
3D Pen for “Drawing” Sculptures
3Doodler | $79.99
Creative Block, Advice from Successful Artists
Danielle Krysa | $14.88
Dachshund Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest
Tramai Ceramics | $25+
For the Pop Culture Expert
Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug
Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $16.95
“Kitty” Stardust Enamel Pin
Niaski | $12.50
Snoopy Waffle Maker
Uncanny Brands | $46.99
Darth Vader Device Holder
Exquisite Gaming | $22.99
Wicked Witch Bookmark
MyBookmark | $27
Ted Lasso Fisher Price Little People Collection
Fisher Price | $29.97
Superhero Floating Shelf
Atori Designs | $32
Modern Artists Socks
Chattyfeet | $39.95
Black Panther Wakanda Forever Action Figures
Marvel | $36.99
For the Animal Lover
Cat Pile – Cat Stacking Game
COMMA | $39.95
Make Your Own Dog Treats Kit
Hapinest Store | $19.99
Ceramic Fox Yarn Bowl
Barruntando | $51.54
Barn Owl Embroidery Kit
Kiriki Press | $20
Cat Back Scratcher
WHATONEARTH | $22.59
Sloth Needlepoint Pillow Kit
SozoDIY | $56.31
Herding Cats Puzzle
Nervous System | $75
Animal Multi-Tool
Kikkerland Design | $22.50
Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt
Kyndall & Jake Chambers | $135+
Creatures of the Order: Carnivora Poster
Kelsey Oseid | $26.84+
Animal Society Temporary Tattoo Set
Tattly | $15
Grizzly Trivet
OTOTO | $16
Orange Cat Scratching Post
Vetreska | $59.99
For the Hard Worker Who Needs a Mini Break
Infinite Galaxy Puzzle
Nervous System | $120
Lollicopter Kinetic Toy
John Edmark | $25
De-Stress Gift Set
Halee Everett | $26
Sloth Sleep Mask
>mmstudioforkids | $22.84
Relaxing Magnetic Dolphin Desk Toy
Westminster | $12.99
Cherry Pit Therapeutic Heat Pillow
>Claudia Phillips | $32
Good At Naps Blanket
Calhoun and Co. | $115.17
Sleep and Meditation Helper
>Uncommon Goods | $100
For the Nature Lover
Levitating Planter
Flyte | $299
Succulents Paint by Numbers Kit
>Elle Crée | $34
Succulents and Cacti Three Wick Candle
>Zoet Candles | $49.95
Aloe Ring Holder
Home Smile | $13.99
Blue Agate Bookends
Rock Paradise | $68.60
Monstera Coasters
>finestimaginary | $26.56
Delicate Cactus Candles
Outee | $10.49
For the Tech Enthusiast Who’s Always Plugged In
Apple Airpods Pro
>Apple | $249.99
3D Printer
>Comgrow | $189
Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector
>Nebula | $299.99
Self-Cleaning Water Bottle
>Larq | $99
Foldable Drone Quadcopter
Holy Stone | $249.99
Travel Cord Roll
Uncommon Goods | $20
Smart Notebook
Moleskine | $279
Immersive Listening Experience
Woojer Inc | $135+
Mini-Bluetooth Speaker
My Audio Pet | $19.99
3-in-1 Charging Station for Apple Products
Tophot Store | $14.99
For the Traveler
The Traveler's Playbook Journal
Deanna Didzun | $35
National Park Scratch-Off Poster
Reveal Adventure | $25.99
City Map Necklaces
Talia Sari | $79
National Park Field Guide
Taylor Bruce | $8.99+
Travel Packable Hoodie
Uncommon Goods | $110
Portable Power Strip with Universal Socket
K-century | $14.99
Neck Pillow with Built-In Hood
Genuine Picks | $10
Adventure Challenge Scrapbook
Bryant Ellis | $20+
This article has been edited and updated.
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