101 Fun 2023 Holiday Gifts for the Creative People in Your Life

101 Fun 2023 Holiday Gifts for the Creative People in Your Life

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The holiday season is here. And that means it's 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 holiday 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 the gift recipient is a sophisticated type with refined taste or a quirky co-worker 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 shopping list of the 101 best holiday gifts to give the creative person in your life this year.

For the Style Icon

 

Vintage-Inspired Bird Scarf

Shovava | $62+

 

Artist-Designed Backpacks

Society6 | $82

 

Colorful Geometric Earrings

Silvia Casas Jewels | $85.83

 

Meteorite Dust Necklace

Yugen Handmade | $55

 

Vegan Leather Shopper

Von Holzhausen | $495

 

Birth Month Flower Robe

Juliet Meeks | $68

 

Three-Piece Sloth Ring

Mary Lou | $119

 

Gold Leaf Statement Earrings

Dinari Store | $82.53

 

Fluffy Bucket Hat

MsPineappleCrafts | $27.80

 

Frida Kahlo Earrings

Yellow Owl Workshop | $21.50

 

Wool Blend Cape

COS | $190

 

For the Quirky Culinary

Authentic Thai Chef Knives

Uncommon Goods | $70+

 

Handmade Resin Engraved Charcuterie Board

Fifth Design | $112.80+

 

Bear Paw Oven Mitts

Genuine Fred | $22.73

 

Personalized Cast Iron Pan

John & Sheila McCormick | $125+

 

Sloping Ski Glasses

Uncommon Goods | $58

 

Jungle Slotted Spoon

OTOTO | $16

 

Grilled Personal Pizza Maker

Uncommon Goods | $40

 

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

 

Loch Ness Monster Ladle

OTOTO | $16

 

Bartender Glasses

Kikkerland Design | $25

 

For the Creative Thinker

 

Acrylic Painting Kit

Uncommon Goods | $45+

 

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 | $21.50

 

Weaving Starter Kit

oneoftheflock | $97.95

 

DIY Jellyfish Lampshade

VasiliLights | $75.92

 

Solar Photography Kit

Uncommon Goods | $14.95

 

3D Pen for “Drawing” Sculptures

3Doodler | $79.99

 

Gift Card for Online Art Classes

My Modern Met Academy | $34.95+

 

Find Your Artistic Voice

Lisa Congdon | $18.95

 

Dachshund Ceramic Palette and Brush Rest

Tramai Ceramics | $29+

 

Ceramic Paintbrush Holder

Ruth Pike Ceramics | $31.06

 

For the Pop Culture Expert

 

Bob Ross Heat Changing Mug

Unemployed Philosophers Guild | $19.95

 

Weird Barbie Sweatshirt

Solace by Emily | $36.59+

 

“Kitty” Stardust Enamel Pin

Niaski | $12.50

 

Snoopy Waffle Maker

Uncanny Brands | $35.99

 

Wednesday Addams Doll

Paula and the Pencils | $38.32+

 

Darth Vader Device Holder

Exquisite Gaming | $22.99

 

Golden Girls Fisher Price Little People Collection

Little People Collection | $34.99

 

Star Wars Slow Cooker

Uncanny Brands | $34.99

 

Superhero Floating Shelf

Atori Designs | $32

 

Modern Artists Socks

Chattyfeet | $39.95

 

I Am Groot LEGO SET

LEGO | $54.99

 

Alice in Wonderland Embroidered Sweatshirt

ACG Embroidery | $54.90+

 

For the Animal Lover

 

Cat Pile – Cat Stacking Game

COMMA | $39.95

 

Make Your Own Dog Treats Kit

Hapinest Store | $19.99

 

Barn Owl Embroidery Kit

Kiriki Press | $22

 

Cat Back Scratcher

WHATONEARTH | $26.99

 

Sloth Needlepoint Pillow Kit

SozoDIY | $54.14

 

Herding Cats Puzzle

Nervous System | $75

 

Animal Multi-Tool

Kikkerland Design | $24.50

 

Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt

Kyndall & Jake Chambers | $140+

 

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

Microwaveable Heated Slippers

Intelex | $28.99

 

Infinite Galaxy Puzzle

Nervous System | $120

 

Desktop Zen Garden

ENSO | $54.95

Lollicopter Kinetic Toy

John Edmark | $25

 

De-Stress Gift Set

Halee Everett | $26

 

Sloth Sleep Mask

mmstudioforkids | $25.31

 

Relaxing Magnetic Dolphin Desk Toy

Westminster | $12.99

 

Cherry Pit Therapeutic Heat Pillow

Claudia Phillips | $32

 

Good At Naps Blanket

Calhoun and Co. | $143.17

 

Sleep and Meditation Helper

Uncommon Goods | $100

 

For the Nature Lover

 

Levitating Planter

 

Flyte | $299

 

Succulents Paint by Numbers Kit

Elle Crée | $34

 

National Park Beanie

Uncommon Goods | $32

 

Succulents and Cacti Three Wick Candle 

Zoet Candles | $49.95

 

Glass House Bird Feeder

Erica and Steven Moore | $69

 

Aloe Ring Holder

Home Smile | $13.99

 

Blue Agate Bookends

Rock Paradise | $102.48

 

Monstera Coasters

finestimaginary | $30.28

 

Wooden Butterfly House

Uncommon Goods | $60

 

Green Thumb Gift Set

Uncommon Goods | $75

 

Delicate Cactus Candles

Outee | $10.49

 

For the Tech Enthusiast Who’s Always Plugged In

Pocket-Sized Flying Camera

Hover | $399

 

Apple Airpods Pro

Apple | $249.99

 

3D Printer

Comgrow | $169

 

Google Pixel Smartwatch

Google | $279.99

 

Smart Wi-Fi Mini Projector

Nebula | $289.99

 

Self-Cleaning Water Bottle

Larq | $99

 

Foldable Drone Quadcopter

Holy Stone | $174.99

 

Travel Cord Roll

Uncommon Goods | $20

 

Smart Notebook

Moleskine | $279

 

Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Edifier | $99.99

3-in-1 Charging Station for Apple Products

Tophot Store | $19.99

 

For the Traveler

Stylish Weekender Bag

LOQI | $44.95

 

The Traveler's Playbook Journal

Deanna Didzun | $35

 

Smart Carry-On Luggage with Front Pocket

Arlo Skye | $375

 

National Park Scratch-Off Poster

Reveal Adventure | $19.99

 

Custom City Map Necklaces

El Nino Jewelry | $103.70+

 

Travel Packable Hoodie

Uncommon Goods | $110

 

Portable Power Strip with Universal Socket

K-century | $14.99

 

Travel Pillow with Neck and Shoulder Support

trtl Store | $59.99+

 

Adventure Challenge Scrapbook

Bryant Ellis | $20+

This article has been edited and updated.

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