2026 Gift Guide: For Her, For Him, & Gifts Under $20
Today, we’ve got the rest of the 2026 holiday gift guide! I’m sharing all of my best ideas for the adults in your life, plus a list of super budget-friendly gifts under $20. I debated for a long time on how to separate out the lists (do we do a home gift guide? tools? adults games? books?!) but in the end I decided to keep it simple with “gifts for her” and “gifts for him”. Of course, many of the gifts on each list are completely gender-neutral! No matter who you’re shopping for, I recommend browsing both lists.
Let’s get into it!
2026 Gift Idea: Gifts for Her
1. Set of 2 Hurricane Vases
This is the sort of thing we never buy for ourselves but it will look great in any house. Pair with some gorgeous pillar candles!
2. Medicube Face Masks
Who doesn’t love a face mask?! Sometimes skin stuff can be tricky, but I have crazy sensitive skin and I haven’t met a Medicube product yet that doesn’t work for me!
3. Cozy Blanket
This is one of those gifts that is good for anyone, any house, and personality. Blankets are always a good idea. Bonus points that it’s super cozy and a gorgeous blanket that will look great in any space!
4. A Gorgeous Puzzle
Find a puzzle that’s pretty enough that she’ll want to either frame it or save it to do again and again every year! This one has been in my cart for a while for myself – it’s so beautiful!
5. Candle Warming Lamp
If you know her favorite scent, you get bonus points for grabbing a candle to gift along with a candle warmer! Or, give a pretty, small vessel and. the supplies to make a mini simmer pot.
6. Travel Toiletry Bag
I’ve had this bag for years and it’s the best for traveling. It holds so much, it can be hung i your hotel room, and it helps keep things so organized. Perfect for the friend who does a lot of traveling!
7. Small Marble Tray
This marble tray is gorgeous and can be used for so many things. She could put it on her nightstand to hold her rings, use it to hold a candle, or use it to display some small trinkets!
8. Earrings
A pair of classic, simple earrings is always a great gift idea.
9. Faux Taper Candles
I love gifting candles to friends who will use them, and these flameless candles are particularly good for gifting! They’ll last forever, the texture is gorgeous, and they come in a few different (really beautiful) colors.
10. Digital Picture Frame
I have one of these guys and I love it 100x more than I ever thought I would. I swap out the photos every month and it’s just so special to have a sweet display of our favorite family memories!
11. A Super Cozy Cardigan
I have this cardigan and it is easily the most-reached-for sweater I own. People ask me about it all the time because it’s so soft and cozy! I wear it at home, out of the house, and even mid-summer when the ac just gets a little cold. Truly, a must-have.
12. Breath as Prayer Book
I discovered this book earlier this year from a Bible study I did and I’ve absolutely loved having it. Each page has a short devotional and a breath prayer to meditate on. It’s beautifully illustrated and I’ve taken to tearing out some of my favorite breath prayers to pin up in my office!
13. Wooden Cooking Utensils
I feel like we all reach a certain point in live where it’s just time for some fresh cooking utensils. And those of us in our mid-thirties and forties are definitely there. She’ll be so grateful to be able to replace the old junky ones!
14. Neck Massage Wrap
What woman doesn’t need a little help un-tensing those shoulders and neck? It’s a no-brainer.
15. Recovery Slides
No, they aren’t as cute as those fuzzy slippers she wears all the time. But they’re much better for her feet and she’ll thank you profusely once she realizes how much better she feels after walking around the house in these all day. Promise.
16. Floral Nesting Bowls
I got these for Christmas last year and they’re probably the bowls I use most in my kitchen. They’re so pretty to set out for serving, but they have lids so I can just toss them in the fridge when I’m done. I get compliments on them all the time!
16. A Coloring Book
I recently got back into “adult” coloring books and I’ve learned that the key for me is a super simple illustration to color! So many of the grown up coloring books are so complex and I just don’t have time to sit and color a page for three hours. This one takes me 15-20 minutes per page, and it’s mindless and so relaxing.
17. Alcohol Markers
A must-have with your coloring book! These give the smoothest color with no visible lines. They blend beautifully, the colors are great, and I love them so much that I won’t let my kids touch them unless I’m supervising.
18. A Warming Tray
For someone who hosts often, this gift is so great to have! It’s a set of 4 warming trays that you can line up to keep food warm while you’re having a party. We host pretty regularly and I’m constantly trying to time things so that things come out of the oven on time but don’t get cold – this saves the day every time.
2026 Gift Guide: For Him
As I mentioned above – none of these gifts are specifically for men. In fact, many of the women I know would also love anything on this list. I just kept the dudes in my life in mind as I was searching for this list, and they’re gifts I think they would particularly like!
1. Migraine Relief Cap
We have one of these and we reach for it all the time when someone has a headache. Truly, so handy to have around!
2. Cell Phone Stand with Speaker
The perfect little portable phone stand that has a speaker and makes it way easier to watch your videos anywhere without propping your phone up!
3. Rolling Grill Basket
If he’s a grilling dude, he’ll love how much easier this makes it to grill veggies and smaller things!
4. Bug-A-Salt Gun
Got this for my impossible-to-shop-for brother in law last year and he was obsessed. Truly, I have not met a single man in my entire life who wouldn’t be thrilled to shoot flies with salt pellets.
5. Skil Cordless Screwdriver
We have one of these and it’s so nice to grab for quick projects around the house. Most of the men in my life love handy little gadgets like this, so it’s a guaranteed win!
6. Drone with Camera
This is the sort of thing we never buy for ourselves but it will look great in any house. Pair with some gorgeous pillar candles!
7. NYT Puzzle Mania
Perfect for anyone who loves a good puzzle game but is trying to get off their phone. It’s also a gorgeous coffee table book, which is a plus!
8. Foot Massager
This is the sort of thing we never buy for ourselves but it will look great in any house. Pair with some gorgeous pillar candles!
9. Heated Eye Massager
This is the sort of thing we never buy for ourselves but it will look great in any house. Pair with some gorgeous pillar candles!
10. Cervical Pillow
Yes, this pillow looks absolutely insane. But, everyone I’ve talked to who has tried it says they can never sleep without it again. I’ve been thinking about getting myself one for a while now and I think it would be a fun gift to give someone. Who doesn’t love a better nights’ sleep?!
11. Tablet Stand with Snack Tray
Okay, I put this in the “for him” section but I think EVERY adult who likes to read would enjoy one of these! Are you kidding me? I’m obsessed. The perfect accessory for lounging on the couch with a good book.
12. Dungeon Crawler Carl
Listen, if you haven’t read or heard of this book series yet you’re living under a rock. It’s huge, it’s so good, and it’ll become their entire personality pretty quickly. Must-read for anyone, but all the dudes I know LOVE it.
13. Telescoping Magnet with Flashlight
One of those handy little tools that pretty much every house needs. It’ll pick up little screws or anything metal you drop, has a little flashlight, and just generally is so helpful to have on hand!
14. Portable Electric Food Warmer
This little guy is so helpful to have on hand for anyone who goes into the office regularly. Keeps your food warm, is rechargeable, and is absolutely adorable!
15. TENS Unit
Any adult who has achy muscles (so, any adult) will absolutely love this thing. We use ours all the time and I think pretty much every house needs one!
16. Neck Fan
We have one of these and love busting it out during the hot months when we’ll be outside for an extended amount of time. Really works to keep you cool and is another great little gadget that dudes will be enthralled by.
17. Wearable Mini Speaker
A pocket-sized speaker perfect for camping trips, days working in the backyard, the pool, or even a soccer game!
18. Scrub Daddy Grill Cleaner
The best cleaning sponge brand has a grill brush, which is perfect for anyone who treats their grill like their baby! It gets rave reviews, and if you pair it with their favorite BBQ sauce it’s sure to be a hit.
19. Mini Chainsaw
Weighs less than 3 pounds and is seriously powerful. He’ll want to show it off to every one of his friends.
2026 Gift Guide: Gifts Under $20
And finally, let’s wrap the 2026 gift guides up with gift ideas under $20. These are gifts for anyone in your life! They’re perfect to bring to a White Elephant party or use as a stocking stuffer, or they’re just great if you’re on a budget!
1. Window-Mount Bird Feeder
The older I get the more I love the idea of birds (and squirrels, and general wildlife) flocking to my house. Not sure if this is universal, but I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t be excited about a lil’ bird feeder!
2. Murdoku Puzzle Book
I hear rave reviews about this little puzzle book. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys a good logic puzzle – pair with a pretty pen so they’re ready to go!
3. Disappointing Affirmations Daily Calendar
I hear rave reviews about this little puzzle book. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys a good logic puzzle – pair with a pretty pen so they’re ready to go!
4. Portable Bluetooth Speaker
I don’t think anyone can have too many little portable speakers. I love having one to toss in the car, in the kids’ bathroom, in the garage – anywhere! They’re so, so handy to have around.
5. Ice Roller
I’ve talked about how much I love these things enough that I have several friends that have told me they started using one because of me! Keep it in your freezer and use it on days where you feel particularly tired and puffy (or, every day). It feels amazing and helps de-puff really quickly!
6. Car Cleaning Gel
This stuff gets rave reviews for quickly cleaning your car. And, well, anyone with kids will know how helpful it is to have something on hand that can make this anoying job a little easier.
7. Fuzzy Socks
Always a good gift, honestly. Can’t have too many pairs.
8. Rechargeable Hand Warmers
Particularly great if you live in a cold climate or have a friend who is perpetually freezing. Corey got me some of these for Christmas last year, and they’re great to have on hand when needed (get it? on hand?!).
9. Bluetooth Sleep Headband
Corey has slept with one of these for years and he swears by it. He can’t fall asleep without some noise in his ears and this is much more comfortable to sleep in than actual headphones.
10. Flameless Rechargeable Lighter
It’s safe around kids, flameless, and is electric so it won’t run out of juice on you! It’s perfect for things like camping trips or outdoor events where the wind can make it hard to light anything, and it’s super streamlined and not at all bulky!
11. Silk Pillowcase
If your friend isn’t already sleeping on a silk pillowcase, you’re about to revolutionize everything for them. It’s great for hair and skin and feels so good to sleep on. I’ve used one for years and have considered bringing it with me when I travel because I love it so much.
12. Scratch-Off Date Night Ideas
Corey and I both gifted each other different versions of this last year! It’s so fun for a night when you want to do something a little different but can’t decide what you want to do.
13. Burt’s Bees Hand Repair Kit
The perfect gift for the cold weather months. They’ll think of you every time they use it! This is probably the first gift I’d reach for if I was going to a Christmas party or White Elephant exchange!
14. Eye Masks
These are one of the very best brands of eye masks, and they’re so great to have tucked away in your bathroom. I’ve got sensitive skin and they don’t irritate the skin around my eyes, so they have my official endorsement!
15. OK Play Travel Game
I haven’t played this yet but I love a travel game and I think this would be so great to bring to a gift exchange! It looks like a lot of fun and I put it in my cart in case a good opportunity to gift it comes up.
16. Electric Wine Bottle Opener
Pair it with a favorite bottle of wine and it’s the perfect hostess gift!
17. Pack of 3 Dot Coloring Books
Comes with markers and is a very soothing, zen-like doodling experience! It’s small enough to tuck in their bag to help keep kids busy or to unwind a bit when the day gets stressful.
18. Burt’s Bees Chapsticks
Yes, another Burt’s Bees product – truly, I think they’re such a great go-to for general gifting during the holidays! I love these tinted chapsticks and wear them all the time.
19. Bob Ross Paint by Number
Do I even need to say anything about this one? Perfect gift. 10/10, no notes.
20. Rolling Foot Massager
Every adult who gets achy feet (so, again, every adult, right?!) needs one of these! They feel fantastic after a long day of walking, and they’re particularly good for those of us with plantar fasciitis.
21. Dr. Scholl’s Achy Feet Masks
I swear I didn’t originally plan on multiple feet things on this list but here we are. I am adding some of these to my cart for our next Disney trip because they sound amazing. They’d be a great gift for anyone who spends a lot of time on their feet!
22. Monopoly Deal
Such a fun, simple card game. It’s addictive and I love that it’s reminiscent of a game everyone is familiar with. I’ve brought this game to a lot of gift exchanges over the years!
23. Family Date Scratch Offs
A great alternative to the date night scratch offs above – it’s got ideas for the entire family! Love this for families with older kids who are looking to connect in a more unique way!