31 Gifts That Will Surprise The Pants Off People

Ahh, the holiday season. It’s the one time per year where distant family members get together to awkwardly exchange small talk, friends mingle and throw back a few drinks, and you wind up opening dozens of presents that you’ll probably just put in the basement and throw out years later without ever even using.

Everyone wants their gifts to be special and unique, so why not give something that will delight and surprise instead of bore and depress? The following 31 products aren’t normal holiday gifts, which is perfect for you, since you don’t surround yourself with normal people anyway.

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This Cat Candle With A Rather Morbid Surprise

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Who it’s perfect for: Your BFF who loves cats but also has a pretty weird sense of humor. (Aka, the best kind.) Why it’s the perfect gift: This PyroPet Candles Kisa Candle provides 20 hours of soothing light and fragrance, but once it’s completely burned down, it “reveals the wild beast inside her, a grinning metallic skeleton with fire blazing in her eyes.” Can you get any more metal than that?!

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These Coat Hooks Made For Cat Lovers

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Who they’re perfect for: Your cat obsessed Aunt who has decorated her condo pretty much exclusively in cat-themed decorations. Why they’re the perfect gift: This may seem like a rather odd statement, but cat butts are really in right now. Dog butts too, actually. Plus, these OSABO Cat Butt Hooks are easy to install and provide the perfect spot to hang a coat, a purse or a any of kitty accessories.

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This Flask With A Built-In Shot Glass

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Who it’s perfect for: Your college buddy who still brags about getting wasted every weekend but is on a fixed income and can’t keep dropping $50 bucks at the bars all the time. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Shot Flask – Stainless Steel 8 oz Hip Flask, Built-in Collapsible 2 Oz. Shot Glass means you’ll never have to be at a boring family event and wish you could take a shot ever again.

This Insanely Adorable Mini Waffle Maker

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Who it’s perfect for: Your roommate who’s constantly making dozens of waffles on Sunday mornings only to throw away nine of them. Why it’s the perfect gift: Want one waffle? You can have one waffle. No waste, no mess, and you still get to enjoy the buttery, crispy deliciousness that you spend all night dreaming about. Who wouldn’t want this Dash Mini Maker?! It’s adorable AND makes waffles!

These Sloth Wine Markers Perfect For Slower-Moving Pals

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Who it’s perfect for: Your friend who’s always hosting fancy wine parties but everyone always ends up misplacing their wine glasses and the entire evening is ruined. Why it’s the perfect gift: These Fred SOCIAL CLIMBERS Sloth Drink Markers aren’t just handy at keeping track of your drink, but they’re also shaped like adorable sloths, so they immediately make any wine time instantly more enjoyable.

This Corgi Planter That Adds Major Cuteness To Any Space

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Who it’s perfect for: Your corgi loving coworker whose sad, boring desk could use a bit of cheering up. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Cuteforyou Cute Animal Shaped Cartoon Home Decoration Succulent Vase Flower Pot instantly makes any space more cute and inviting, whether that be a desk, a bedside table, or a car dashboard. (Just make sure you secure it for any sudden stops.)

This Pizza Pan That Makes Frozen Pizza Taste Homemade

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Who it’s perfect for: Anyone who loves pizza but feels a certain pang of bitter disappointment every time they bite into a slice of frozen ‘za. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Fox Run 4491 Pizza Crisper Pan is something everyone should have in their kitchen. It makes even the most flavorless frozen pie taste like you slaved over it for hours. And who has to know that you didn’t?

This Puzzle Box That’s A Serious Brain Teaser

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Who it’s perfect for: That one friend who’s always trying to get you to do an Escape Room with you and you’ve run out of excuses not to. Why it’s the perfect gift: This aGreatLife Money Maze Puzzle Box is not only an insanely challenging brain teaser, it can also hold something worth spending hours trying to solve inside it, so it’s basically two gifts in one!

This Guac Holder That Keeps Delicious Dip Oh-So Fresh

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Who it’s perfect for: Anyone who could eat guacamole by the bucket full and still keep coming back for more. So, pretty much anyone on earth with taste buds. Why it’s the perfect gift: With its patented air blocking seal, this Casabella Guac-Lock Container not only keeps homemade guacamole fresh for days longer than a traditional container, it also prevents pesky guac thieves from stealing your precious dip.

This Money Soap That’s Made For Someone Who Could Use A Few Bucks (And A Bath)

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Who it’s perfect for: We’ve all got that one family member who’s constantly asking us for money and, let’s be honest, could really use a shower. Why it’s the perfect gift: This WoodWick 544106 Money Soap not only smells delicious, it also contains an actual bill in the center, ranging from just a dollar all the way up to $50 bucks. (So, you might actually want to keep this one for yourself.)

These British Treats For Anyone With A International Sweet Tooth

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Who it’s perfect for: Your friend who’s a world traveler but who also has an insanely big sweet tooth. Why it’s the perfect gift: These Cadbury Selection Box of 10 Full Size British Chocolate Bars finally give you access to one of the things that the Brits do best: chocolate. Have you ever had a flake bar? No? It’ll change your life. I’ve been pining for one ever since by trip to London five years ago.

This Bob’s Burgers Cookbook For The Burgers Fanatic

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Who it’s perfect for: Your friend who’s constantly quoting Bob’s Burgers and also constantly eating burgers. Which tends to happen after watching Bob’s Burgers. It always makes ME crave a burger. Why it’s the perfect gift: This The Bob’s Burgers Burger Book: Real Recipes for Joke Burgers isn’t just hilarious, it actually gives you the real recipes to recreate every “Burger of the Day” that Bob writes on his chalkboard. You can finally try the “Baby You Can Chive My Car”!

This Cookbook Holder For The Martha Stewart In Your Life

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Who it’s perfect for: Your Aunt who hosts Thanksgiving every year and is always making comments about wishing she had three hands while cooking. Why it’s the perfect gift: While it’s not quite as good as a third hand, this Reodoeer BamBoo Reading Rest Cook Book Document Stand Holder Bookrest basically does the same thing. It lets you read all your favorite recipes hands free!

This Personal Library For Your Most Well-Read Pal

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Who it’s perfect for: That one guy you know who prides himself on being well read and is constantly loaning out pieces from his “personal library” and expecting you to return them in pristine condition. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Knock Knock Personal Library Kit may be a bit pretentious, but it’s also ridiculously cool. It comes with a customizable stamp, self adhesive pockets, check out cards and an ink pad.

These Thriller Socks Perfect For Mastering The Moonwalk

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Who they’re perfect for: Your Dad, who still busts out his Moonwalk at every family reunion. (And why wouldn’t he? It’s amazing!) Why they’re the perfect gift: Not only are these Stance Men’s Michael Jackson Socks incredibly cozy and well made, they also feature striking graphics of the King of Pop himself from his famous Thriller video. And yes, Thriller is probably going to be in your head for the rest of the day.

This Chill Bill That Keeps The Fridge Fresh

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Who it’s perfect for: Anyone you might know with a fridge that smells…well…less than fresh. Think that person might be you? It probably is. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Chill Bill Refrigerator Deodorizer Remover Absorbs Odors, Reusable Air Purifier not only banishes any foul smelling odors for good, it also looks adorable while doing it. What a helpful little penguin that Chill Bill is!

These Fridge Decals For Your Favorite 90’s Kid

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Who they’re perfect for: Your gamer brother who still brings out his original Game Boy during every family event and refuses to talk to anyone until after he’s beaten “The Legend of Zelda”. Why they’re the perfect gift: These FreezerBoy Refrigerator Magnets (Dry-Erase Whiteboard Set) are the stuff of 90’s kids’ dreams. They turn your fridge into a GIANT GAME BOY. Need I saw more?

This Taco Holder That Upgrades Taco Tuesdays

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Who it’s perfect for: Anyone who could eat tacos for every meal for the rest of their life and be perfectly happy about it. Which includes me. And probably most people on earth. Why it’s the perfect gift: Stop struggling with unwieldy tacos! This Two Pack of Stylish Stainless Steel Taco Holder Stand gently cradles your tacos so you can chow down in comfort and style.

This Tesla Coil Lighter That’s Ridiculously Cool

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Who it’s perfect for: Your cousin, who was completely obsessed with fire as a kid but has now (mostly) gotten over it and stopped starting fires. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Tesla Coil Lighters™ USB Rechargeable Windproof Arc Lighter is probably the coolest thing you can get for under $20 bucks, and you may be so transfixed by it that you decide to keep it for yourself instead. That’s what gift cards are for.

This Big Grabber For Your Biggest Arachnophobe

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Who it’s perfect for: Your old roommate who used to shriek like a howler monkey ever time a spider dared to show up in the shower. Why it’s the perfect gift: This My Critter Catcher – Spider & Insect Catcher is a godsend for arachnophobes. Its patented design safely catches the critter without harming it, making it perfect for anyone who hates bugs but doesn’t wish them a horribly gruesome fate.

This Gorgeous Necklace With A Soothing Surprise

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Who it’s perfect for: Your friend from college who was always the most stressed out one during finals and has continued to lead an extremely stressful life since then. Why it’s the perfect gift: Not only is this Maromalife Essential Oil Necklace Lava Stone Diffuser Necklace with 24″ Chain and Colors Beads a stunning piece of jewelry, it also holds soothing essential oils that help you chill the eff out.

This Guitar Pick Holder For The Aspiring Rock Star

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Who it’s perfect for: Your sibling who’s still trying to make that rock band they’ve been in since high school work and insist on playing their latest song for you at full volume every time you see them. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Pick-a-Palooza DIY Guitar Pick Punch Mega Gift Pack – the Premium Pick Maker is insanely fun, even if you aren’t an aspiring guitar god.

This Tiny Bluetooth Speaker That’s Adorable And Portable

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Who it’s perfect for: Your younger cousin who always sends you the latest Ariana Grande song and then insists on playing it loudly for you on her cellphone. Why it’s the perfect gift: This My Audio Pet Mini Bluetooth Animal Wireless Speaker with Powerful Rich Room-filling Sound is super cute, tiny, and offers impressive sound quality. Plus, it’s small enough to fit on a keychain so you can take your jams everywhere you go.

These Darling Plush Keychain That’s Sure To Delight Any Crazy Cat Person

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Who it’s perfect for: Your cranky coworker who seems like she could use a little bit of cheering up who also happens to be completely obsessed with cats. Why it’s the perfect gift: This GUND Pusheen Surprise Series #3 Places Cats Sit Stuffed Animal Plush is soft, squishy, and totally sweet. For under $10 bucks, you can instantly brighten someone’s day. Or just keep it for yourself. I wouldn’t judge you.

These Custom Stickers That’s Pretty Much The Coolest Gift Ever

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Who it’s perfect for: Your most vain friend or family member. Okay, so I guess you don’t have to be completely vain to want a pack of stickers of yourself, you just have to have a good sense of humor and happen to love your own face. A lot. Why it’s the perfect gift: Seriously, these Custom Photo Stickers are a great gift, and are completely customizable.

This Dinosaur Pasta Server That’s Both Hilarious AND Handy

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Who it’s perfect for: The pasta lover in your life who also happens to be an aspiring paleontologist. Or just loves dinosaurs to an extreme degree. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Fred PASTASAURUS Pasta Server make cooking dinner instantly more fun. Sure, it’s shaped like a ferocious yet friendly dino, but it also happens to be a handy and well constructed kitchen tool that you’ll use constantly.

This Wolf Night Light That You’ll Want To Keep For Yourself

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Who it’s perfect for: Your friend who happens to have a Dwight Schrute level fascination with wolves but also could use something to brighten up their bedroom. Why it’s the perfect gift: This 3D Wolf Lamp, YKL WORLD Wolf Night Light, Led Optical Illusion Table Beside Lamps, USB Touch 7 Color Changing Mood Lighting is just plain cool and looks much more expensive than it is.

These Cozy Headphones That Make Traveling 100X Better

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Who it’s perfect for: Your family member who’s constantly traveling to far off places and boring you to death with a 200 photo slideshow of his latest trip to Albuquerque. Why it’s the perfect gift: Sleeping is hard on any form of transportation, but with these CozyPhones Sleep Headphones with Travel Bag, it’s ridiculously easy to drift off while listening to your most soothing podcast.

This DIY Kit Perfect For The Sushi Fanatic

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Who it’s perfect for: That one friend who’s always asking you to go out for sushi but can’t quite cover their side of the $60 tab. Why it’s the perfect gift: This Sushiquik Super Easy Sushi Making Kit makes it a cinch to recreate your favorite sushi rolls in the comfort of your own home. And at just under $17 bucks, it pays for itself after just the first use.

This Face Mask Set With Four Amazing Effects

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Who it’s perfect for: Your animal obsessed pal who loves to try out all the most popular face masks that her favorite beauty bloggers are constantly raving about. Why it’s the perfect gift: This four pack of [Holika Holika] Baby Pet Magic Mask Sheets 22ml not only moisturize, sooth, prevent wrinkles and revitalize the skin, they also feature the faces of four different animals on them. So they’re basically guarantee great Instagram pics.

This Hot Sauce Set That Kicks Every Meal Up A Notch

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Who it’s perfect for: The foodie friend who’s constantly showing off by trying progressively hotter and hotter dishes (and has spent a few nights in the ER because of this habit.) Why it’s the perfect gift: This The Good Hurt Fuego: Sampler Pack of 7 Different Hot Sauces Inspired by Exotic Flavors and Peppers from Around the World would make any hot sauce lover super stoked.