Better Homes & Gardens December 2023Holiday Gift Guide

GIFT-GUIDEby MIRANDA CROWELL photos KELSEY HANSEN produced by LAUREN BENGTSON

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No matter who you’re shopping for, these wallet-friendly gifts have near-universal appeal.

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014-BHG-DEC-GIFTGUIDE-lauren014-BHG-DEC-GIFTGUIDE-photo-album“As a newish mom, I love the monthly reminders to get cherished photos off my phone and into a real album. The size options and quality are excellent.” —LAUREN BENGTSON, senior market editor Photo Subscription, $48 for 3 months (10 photos per month); mootsh.com

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olive oilIt’s a cooking essential, but few people treat themselves to the really special stuff. These picks put exceptional flavor at cooks’ fingertips in some very giftable packages.
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food giftsSweet or savory, these treats are so delicious, they may disappear in days—or minutes.

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010-BHG-DEC-ashe014-BHG-DEC-GIFTGUIDE-scout-fish“Each tin is full of flavor, and the lobster is the best tinned fish I’ve ever had. It’s not too oily but has just enough to dip your bread in.” —ASHE PURSCELL, executive assistant Holiday Seacuterie 3-Pack, $30; enjoyscout.com

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under $125For the extra-special people in your life, these gifts combine luxury with purpose.
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014-BHG-DEC-GIFTGUIDE-jarretkh_092123_b_036“The heavy-duty box is designed for tools, but it’s more versatile than that. I use it to store art supplies like watercolors and brushes. The removable compartments can store bigger items if I need to.”—JARRET EINCK, deputy art director Top Hat Compact Toolbox, $100; afternoonlight.com

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color-blocked glass Household objects rendered in vibrant hues are on trend but have all the makings of forever pieces.
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pickleball paddles The pastime of the moment is still going strong. Time to up their paddle game.
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kids & teens
Joyful, colorful, and even (shhh) educational gifts to light up young hearts and minds.
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stocking stuffers These thoughtful gifts prove little things can make a big difference.
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candles Everyone has a room that could use a glow-up. These are the candles our editors love to give and receive.
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pet gifts Five-star presents to thrill four-legged friends (and their owners).
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014-BHG-DEC-GIFTGUIDE-thomaskh_092123_b_052“Cat toy or fashion accessory? These faux-fur poms add a little luxe to my cat Skitter’s toy collection and are really fun for him to bat around.”—JESSICA THOMAS, style & design director Pom-Pom Balls, in nine colors, $9/2; maupets.com

ILLUSTRATION: JESSICA DURRANT
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