Preparing Your Christmas Gifts Early? Check Out These Cool Ideas

The “ber” months are here, which only means one thing: Christmas is just around the corner!

With the holidays fast approaching, it’s never too early to start thinking about the perfect gifts to give your family and friends. After all, thoughtful planning reduces the stress of last-minute shopping and keeps the process a joyful one. If you’ve decided to look for Christmas gifts early this year, here are some of our top suggestions:

For the flavor-loving home cooks

1. Immersion Blender – Also known as hand blenders or stick blenders, immersion blenders are a thoughtful gift for home cooks who enjoy making soups and sauces from scratch. Ideally, you’ll want to give a wired immersion blender to ensure it has enough power, but certain wireless models are also a great pick.

2. Monthly Ingredient Box Subscription – Sometimes, getting one’s hands on premium ingredients can be difficult. If your home cook struggles with this, you may want to sign them up for a monthly ingredient box subscription. These subscriptions are a great way to discover and get your hands on exceptional cheeses or even have a variety of fresh breads delivered to your doorstep. 

For the creative artists

1. Brush Stylus – Many beginner digital artists often struggle with the plastic-to-glass sensation that comes with drawing on mobile devices. A brush stylus solves this as these are designed to mimic the responsiveness of an authentic paint brush. This makes blending colors or dry brushing on digital devices feel more natural.

2. Digital Notebook – A full-sized tablet or sketchpad can be too bulky to lug around. In lieu of this, a digital notebook may be exactly what your artist needs. These smaller devices offer a proper pen-on-paper feel and the basic art functionalities of tablets in a smaller and more convenient form factor.

For the avid gamers

1. Headset and Controller Stand – Considering how much your gamer has probably invested in his peripherals, these items should definitely be a centerpiece of their gaming setup. A good headset and controller stand makes sure that peripherals stay organized and display-worthy.

2. Gaming Phone – A device like the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will undoubtedly be the perfect gift for your partner who’s serious about gaming. It’s equipped to handle demanding games, as it comes with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, a larger battery, amazing display and audio quality, and an impressive 12GB RAM. Pair it with Smart’s Signature Plan 1,999 so your partner can enjoy up to 60GB of data to satisfy their online gaming needs.

For the fitness enthusiasts

1. Cold Massage Roller Ball – Cold massages are a great way to relax tight muscles commonly experienced post workout. The best part about this is that the massager allows your friend to recover from fatigue after a few good minutes of massage all while watching Netflix shows on their Smart Signature Postpaid plan.

2. Fitness Dice – If your fitness buddy is starting to grow tired of the same old workout routine, a set of fitness dice is a great way to add some variety to their day. These dice have a wide range of workouts and can be rolled to create thousands of different full-body workout routines in less than a minute. Some will even come with cards that can help turn workouts into a competition among friends.

For the plantitos and plantitas

1. Terrarium Starter Kit – A terrarium starter kit is an ideal gift for plant lovers who want to try out their green thumb right. It allows the gift receiver to create a miniature, self-sustaining ecosystem that can flourish indoors and to enjoy lush greenery even in the smallest apartments or offices.

2. Indoor Herb Garden Kit – If your plantito or plantita prefers herbs, fruits, and veggies, you may want to look into gifting them an indoor herb garden kit. The best part about these kits is they make it easier to take care of high-maintenance herbs that would have been difficult to grow in hot weather.

Whatever option you choose, always remember that the best gifts are the ones that speak volumes about your appreciation of the recipient. After all, it’s the season of love and giving, and every thoughtful gesture—no matter how small—counts!