Our annual list of most unique holiday gifts 2020 is here! You know we’re crazy over unique and creative Christmas gifts and today we’re sharing our top picks for unique Christmas gift ideas 2020. We’ve curated this list to find the best handmade gift ideas for moms, dads, brothers, sisters, best friends, colleagues at work, and maybe even a few for yourself. we heard you were good this year. :)
With over one hundred curated gifts in our holiday gift guide, you’ll find ideas for everyone on your list. We’ve hand-picked our favorite jewelry, coffee mugs, ring dishes, ornaments, charging valets, super-cozy blankets and mittens, funny socks, baby blankets, candles, and so much more.
Think guys are hard to shop for? We’ve got them covered! Andrew helped select the handmade gifts ideas for the guys so they’re all dude-approved.
The handmade gifts on this list are lovingly crafted by an independent artist, so you’re supporting small businesses… while scoring unique holiday gifts you can’t find anywhere else. These are all available for purchase online, so shopping in a comfy pair of PJs or your favorite flannel with cup of coffee in hand is not only totally acceptable, but highly encouraged (and way more relaxing than driving to a mall or dozens of stores).
Before we get started, just a few things to note: these are all listed in no particular order — if it made this list, we wholeheartedly love it. Therefore, #7 is not more loved than #87, it’s just that they all have to go somewhere. Secondly, SHOP EARLY. I can’t emphasize this enough. Last year, we put out our most unique holiday gifts guide a bit later and some people ran into problems with ship time, or waiting lists, or what have you.
Lastly, feel free to comment in the box at the bottom about your favorite item from this list. Suggest a holiday gift that we missed. Or just say hello. You know we love to hear from you guys! XO
p.s. Isn’t this jingle sweater so cute? I spotted it at TheBlueRoseKy.
Anyways, enough from me… on to the MEGA guide with 100 unique Christmas gifts 2020! Enjoy!
TO BUY: Just click on the link of the shop directly above the product photo.
Unique Holiday Gifts 2020
1. These fun beauty + skin gifts
I’ve been into beauty and makeup lately, so this is a really fun idea for anyone into trying new beauty products! By Glossybox.
These amazing makeup brushes are my favorite! I have a set and love them. By LookFantastic.
And the Evergreen holiday box collection (filled with a ton of goodies for your favorite beauty-obsessed babe). By SkinStore.
2. This unique multi-tool
A great Christmas gift for women on-the-go: Micra®. A knife, tweezers, file, spring-action scissors and more packed into a 1.8 oz. keychain-sized multi-tool. By Leatherman. Love it with this pink color!
Available in other colors. (P.S. Dads REALLY love this one!)
3. These turquoise chandelier earrings
Handmade! By Rustic Gem Jewelry.
4. Monogram scarf
The scarf of the year! By RosaGold.
5. Neon monogram keychain
A great gift for anyone on your list! By JillMakes.
6. Cardinals appear Christmas ornament
The hand-painted ornaments at Cedar and Pearl are amazing! Here’s a favorite for our gift guide.
7. This custom recipe engraved onto a cutting board
Put mom’s or grandma’s best recipe on a cutting board. This is such a sweet idea! Handmade by 3DCarving.
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Pair it with these cute aprons + matching oven mitts for you and your little helpers! There’s a little leather name card that is personalizable, too! (So cute!) By Jessie Steury.
I also love this candy cane apron and mitt set by Hooray Creative.
5. This necklace
It’s called E is for Emmy and I want / need. By SDMarieJewelry.
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6. This mistletoe choker necklace
I love this velvet necklace! It’s perfect for wearing all holiday season long. By Aristocrafts.
7. This custom first Christmas engaged ornament
I love the ornaments we’re finding this year! By EmilyKinsellaArt.
8. This chunky knit blanket
For all the warm feels. By ShepsWool. Available in multiple colors.
9. This .50 caliber bottle opener
This is a great holiday gift idea for guys, as it is a conversation starter that actually opens bottles. It is also made by veterans! By Bottle Breacher.
10. Mother’s tree necklace
A beautiful gift for your mom or mother-in-law. It is one of my favorite holiday gifts for 2020. By Burnish.
11. This “been there, scratched that” travel map
This scratch-off travel map is awesome. By KristinDouglasART.
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AND this National Parks sticker map by ElloThere:
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12. This elk hip flask
Great gift for him. By The Wedding Gallery by Brad Goodell.
13. This “we’re engaged” ornament
Perfect newly engaged gift! By Susabellas.
14. These adorable handmade dolls
Cute gifts for kids! Wait until you see them all in the shop! By LittleSunshineShop11.
15. One of these baby blankets
Made of ultra-soft faux fur! By Emmiebel Studio.
I know these baby blanket designers in person — she is family of a friend. They are the SWEETEST people ever and the blankets are amazingly soft! :) Tell Andrea I sent you!
16. These fun socks
Obviously perfect for wearing while reading a good book (this!) and planning your wedding while warming up next to a cozy fire. By WineALittleGifts.
And this pair, for him! By SteshaThreadsGiftCo.
And these for down the aisle! By GroomSocks.
17. This velvet robe
I’m obsessed with this, the latest from EllaWinston.
18. This garnet bracelet
By Laura Stark.
19. These custom face magnets
Any face + on a magnet = way cooler refrigerator all year long. By KitAtlas.
20. These (comfy!) foldable flats
I have a pair of these and looooove them. Great for a stocking stuffer! By Cinderollies. Available in a variety of colors.
21. This sugar rimming kit
Create cool cocktails and mocktails at home with sugar rimming kits. By Dell Cove Spices.
22. This pair of super cozy slippers
Handmade and oh-so-fuzzy. By Lijnik.
23. This handmade hatchet axe for him
For the rugged outdoorsman. These are awesomely handcrafted. By ManMadeCo.
24. One of these cool drink slings
Made of all leather; personalized, too. By DrinkSlings.
25. This First Christmas as Mrs necklace
By Dunkirk Designs.
26. This blush champagne clutch purse
Great as a gift for your mom… especially because the inside can have a childhood photo! So sweet! By ANGEEW.
27. These custom bridal bouquet necklaces
Jesse turns a photo of your bridal bouquet into a lasting keepsake you can wear around your neck! Great as a gift for your mom, too. By BeadSplendour.
Here’s another example:
28. This herkimer diamond ring
By Gaia’s Candy. You won’t believe the price! :)
29. This constellation rocks glass
Great for him. Or her. Anyone who loves constellations will adore this glass for a whiskey on-the-rocks. By theUncommonGreen.
30. This custom constellation necklace
By OliveBella.
31. This glittery hand-lettered ornament
They’re the makers of this cool holiday mantel decor! It is personalized with your name! Get it here.
32. These initial stacking rings in gold
By fruitionjewelry.
33. These chunky knit mittens
These are one of my favorites in this unique holiday gifts 2020 list! I want a pair! Bring on the chunky knits! By KnittinKittenShop.
34. This plaid pocket square for him
Great for boyfriends, husbands, dads… everyone loves these plaid pocket squares! By Aristocrafts.
35. This chunky knit turban headband
WANT. By Plexida.
36. This custom leather camera strap
By SoGoodSoWood.
37. These personalized kids puzzles
By BloomOwl.
38. This personalized initial necklace / choker style
A best-seller! And definitely flying off the shelves; one of my favorites in this unique holiday gifts 2020 list. By TatianaKatzoff.
Also love this style by JoyPersonalized:
39. These personalized leather cufflinks
So cool. By KingsleyLeather.
40. Handcrafted dog biscuits, personalized
Cause what’s cooler than pet biscuits with your pupper’s name ON THEM? Plus, they’re totally handmade. By GoodDogTreatBox.
Pair them with a personalized squeak toy, like this by HitherRabbit! Love it. Need one for Ruby!
And this paw pillow, made from your pet’s ACTUAL paw! How cool is that? By Flutterbye Prints.
41. These rose gold wine tumblers
Personalized! By TheWhiteInviteGifts.
42. These buffalo check tote bags
Monogrammed! Perfect Christmas gift ideas for your BFFs. By The WhiteInvite Gifts.
42. These custom stationery sets
By LamaWorks.
Also, love these personalized notepads! By TheSpottedOlive.
43. This beautiful round disc initial necklace
By LilyEmmeJewelry.
44. These passport covers
By BPLaserEngraving.
45. These zipper pouches
Handmade with love by MamaBleuDesigns.
46. These luxe bath bomb fizzies
Great for spa lovers. By Lizush.
47. Custom Mrs floppy hat
Because summer WILL come back again! I know winter is just temporary… right?! :) By TheWhiteInviteGifts.
48. This beer caddy
For the craft beer enthusiast. Hand-pick your faves to include in this crafty caddy. By ModernSilo.
49. This You Serious Clark t-shirt
Who doesn’t love this classic?! By The White Invite Gifts.
50. This personalized sequin clutch
51. These themed decanter sets
From Game of Thrones to Star Wars to Harry Potter, this shop has ’em all. By StarGiftShop.
Also love this art deco inspired set by MagicWoodShop. I love this style!
52. This leather bracelet
It has a custom message inside! By BeGenuine.
53. This “Our First Christmas” ornament
By CandTCustomLures.
54. These moonstone stud earrings
Love these. By TwoDotsJewellery.
55. These warmies slippers
Oprah apparently loves these things! It made her big list and they look super-duper cozy. By Intelex.
56. This cactus mug
This has been a big-seller on Etsy all year long. Great for anyone into these fun boho desert ideas! By BackBayPottery.
Also love this succulent spoon rest (also by BackBayPottery):
57. This teeny bar bracelet
Love this. You’ll be amazed at the price. By LaSenada.
58. And this “sister” necklace
Voted the best sister gift in our handmade holiday gifts list 2020! By La Senada.
59. This kimono robe
Great gift for any lovely lady, especially moms! By Modern Kimono Robes.
60. This engraved wood watch
A handsome timepiece he will love. By Modply.
Here’s an alternate style, also very cool! By NextLevelEngraving.
61. This coordinates bracelet for him
Pick a favorite location for a personalized gift. By vintagestampjewels.
62. Your kid’s drawing TURNED INTO A NECKLACE!
This is such a sweet gift for moms! By CaitlynMinimalist.
63. This script name necklace
64. This teardrop druzy necklace
65. This engraved pocket knife
By LasersNStuff.
66. This custom candle
I chose this one for the gift guide, but there are dozens more in the shop! You can even have your own custom message printed on the back. By helloyoucandles.
67. This Star Wars phone stand
By DecoLazer.
68. This Friends inspired peephole frame for your door
Love this! For anyone who’s a huge fan of Friends (like me!) By HomeWelt.
It goes great with…
How Yo Doin’ Friends ornaments
I HAD TO! Love these by EnglishBliss.
69. This personalized cutting board
By TrueMementos.
70. This cream flower hair clip
Great for little ones! By Olive and Fern.
71. This guitar pick keychain
For the music lover. By woobiebeans.
72. This large oversized letter necklace
Still one of my favorite finds from this year! By gigglosophy.
73. This cool beer mug
It is made of real oak! By oakwoodwork.
74. This sherpa pullover with monogram
Looks oh-so-cozy! By TSKMonogrammedGifts.
75. Monogrammed duck boots
These are the cutest! And I gotta say, one of the most unique holiday gifts 2020! For sure. And I want all the pairs. By TSKMonogrammedGifts.
76. These rose gold slate coasters
By Renee Redesigns.
77. This messy bun beanie
I NEED THIS IN MY LIFE. By ACraftyConcept.
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78. This plaid infinity scarf
With a monogram! By TSKMonogrammedGifts.
79. These champagne drop earrings
Gorgeous! By RusticGem.
80. This beautiful hair comb
81. This sweater coffee cozy
By NevadaKnits.
82. This leather wallet
Engraved with your monogram. By JooJoobs.
83. This custom illustration ring dish
Pick something to be painted on this ring dish for your BFF, wife, mom, anyone! By The Painted Press.
85. This couples’ silhouette art print
Made from your actual silhouettes! Makes a beautiful Christmas gift for couples. By Flutterbye Prints.
85. This cool stargazer notebook
By ClaireMagnolia.
86. This engraved leather Yeti wrap
A convenient handle for carrying a Yeti. By Holtz Leather.
87. This holiday jam
88. This golden locket necklace
Always a classic gift choice! By JacarandaDesigns.
89. This stunning rose bracelet
Perfect for the bride-to-be. By SIBO Designs.
90. This cool dopp kit for him
I never met a dopp kit I didn’t love. You know this! By SwankyBadger.
91. These personalized sweatpants
Comfy and cozy! By Sister9Designs.
92. These Nutcracker Christmas cards
By HmacdoPaperCo.
93. This “uncork and unwind” cutting board
By Tiffzippy Designs. (P.S. This is a great gift for wine themed weddings!)
94. This awesome tweed flask
Made of genuine Harris Tweed. By TweedwithaTwist.
95. This wood charging valet
One of our favorite unique holiday gifts 2020 for guys! By PaybacksABeach.
96. These beautiful Christmas trees made of book pages
By RootToVine.
97. These adorable feather earrings
By 2010louisek7.
98. This amazing velvet clutch
I WANT/NEED this one! By eclu.
99. These cool hexagon ring dishes
By ModernMud.
Pairs nicely with this hexagon letter necklace by JtPolski.
100. These fun mugs
Great for popping the question! By Mrs. MyLaurie.
Or for newlyweds / soon-to-be weds:
These are camp mugs, but filled with a candle first! Cool idea. By SweetDCandles.
These are fantastic! By ODYSEAstore.
P.S. Want to try a little homemade gift? Try this beautiful custom art you can make from here.
Unique Christmas Gifts 2020
What’s your favorite in this HUGE unique holiday gifts 2020 guide? Tell us in the comments!
Happy Gift Shopping + Merry Making!
XO
Emma
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1 comment
Thank you for your Idea to share what is the perfect gift. I love the foldable flats. It is ideal for my high heels day.