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Your dad has received enough bottles of aftershave. It’s time to get him something that’ll actually make his day.

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The kit comes with two loose-leaf teas (classic black royal milk and rooibos chai), chewy tapioca pearls, and two steel boba straws.

Promising review: "The gift is super high quality and really impressed my wife. She loves boba and bubble teas and has been wanting to make her own for some time, so this was the perfect gift for her!!" —Jett the programmer

Price: $40 (available in milk bubble tea or fruity bubble tea)

Promising review: "This Book Nook valet is a solid, beautiful wood piece with several functions in a small space. Now, my mother-in-law always knows where she is in her book and where her readers are sitting, and she has a cutout circle that nestles her mug of tea while protecting the wood table the Nook sits on. What a great gift for anyone who loves to curl up with a good book!" —Kerry

Promising review: "I purchased these beautiful whiskey stones, along with a 16-year-old bottle of Scotch, Lagavulin, and another Uncommon Goods gift, the New York Times Birthday Edition, for my boyfriend's 'big' birthday. Special birthdays call for special gifts. These stones are classy, with their gorgeous black and mint-green colors. And a huge plus regarding their age and history." —Nico

The kit includes bagel mix, yeast, and red, yellow, and blue liquid gel food coloring.

Promising reviews: "I got this for myself, but this would make a great gift for a baker or fan of making things and carbs!" —Hilary

"Three generations of my family made these together. They came out so great." —TulsaSuzie

Note: this arrives 16 business days after final approval. 

Promising reviews: "This is the BEST customizable present EVER! Who doesn't love a throw blanket that provides entertainment and is a conversation piece? I bought one for each of my adult children, and they were so excited to receive them Christmas morning. They spent the morning trying to find all the words hidden in the graphic. It was amazing!" —Lowehere

"My 90-year-old mother loves word searches, and she is always cold. I saw this, and my brother, sister, and I got it for her for Christmas. All of us love it! We put her last and first name, my dad's first name, and her 12 great-grandchildren's (it helps her memory!). It is well made and the perfect weight for warmth and coziness. I am overjoyed I found it! Thank you!" —Deni

Promising review: "This product became the hit of our family White Elephant gift exchange this year. The whole family tried to get their hands on the banana that could be used to answer Zoom meetings! All laughs and great smiles when receiving this practical yet gag-like gift!" —Mark the Shark

Promising review: "I sent these personalized shortbread cookies to my mom for her birthday. She got such a kick out of the message on each cookie, and she said the shortbread was delicious — perfect with her morning coffee." —PA in NM

Promising review: “SHARK ATTACK! Incredibly easy to use, great shark aesthetic. As a shark lover, these are great in shark appearance when the ice is made, easy to remove the cube and refill. Super easy to clean if something in the freezer leaks onto them or you make ice pop (flavored) sharks. May need a second set. Fair warning (these don't bother me): The size of these cubes is fairly large, so a) it takes a while in the freezer before the shark is solid ice, and b) the shark cubes do not fit in every glass or water bottle. If you are bothered by the above, calm down and order a set anyway.” —K and P the adventurer

Promising review: "While the nostalgic throwback look of the hats is the main appeal, they're bigger than I thought, making them the perfect size for a few scoops of ice cream." —Telluride

Price: $48 (available in 18 team options)

Promising review: “Such a great gift for National Park lovers! This was the perfect gift for my neighbors, whose bucket list contains all of the National Parks. The personalization made it feel even more thoughtful, and they were thrilled with it. Great idea for a gift recipient who has everything!!” —Desert Dweller

Promising review: "So fun to see what quote pops up. It's definitely become a conversation piece in my house. It's especially awesome when it's a quote from a book you've read. I have the smaller version, which I worried would be too small, but it's perfect." —Avid_Reader

Promising review: “Perfect gift! These make gifting SO EASY! Repeat customer here...I went with Greatest Hits for a team gift, and boy were they a hit! Unique, fun, and great quality. I've also purchased these previously for holiday gifts for family.” —Robin

Price: $36 for six coasters (available in six styles)

Promising review: “Great gift! Got way more than expected from this ‘toy.’ The recipient explained all the options and the quality of it, and jumped right into programming a maze game with a Pikachu character. They said the tutorial is super easy to follow, endless options, and fun!” —Gifter

Promising review: "Whether it be ice cream, oatmeal, or soups, this is my happy mug. Love how I can hold the mug in a snug way when I'm on the couch. I don't need a plate underneath it, and if eating warm food, I get the pleasure of a little heat on a cold day. Loved it so much bought three total so far — two as gifts!" —Mary

Promising review: "This was the perfect gift for my coffee-loving husband. It was easy to set up and use with the instructions provided. The replacement parts to make more batches still keep our coffee costs well below budget and what we would pay going to a coffee shop." —Sam B

Promising review: "I bought this gift for my best friend and we couldn't be happier! We've known each other for almost 40 years, and he said it was the best gift I've ever gotten him. We are having so much fun using it, and it's a frequent reminder that you are thinking of each other. I also like that you can choose 'your' color. Wonderful and thoughtful gift that keeps on giving and giving." —Bowie

Price: $85+ (available solo or in a pair)

Promising review: “I bought this because I needed a tray to make a charcuterie board... It's perfect! I got a lot of compliments too!" —Susan

Promising review: “Perfect gift! I bought this for a coworker who loves vinyls. Each coaster is so unique! The set looks really nice and well-made. It's a perfect gift for yourself or for someone else to make a space uniquely yours!” —Sarah

Promising reviews: “These are quality puzzle pieces that are only 500 pieces but provide a visual mystery, as the puzzler only has a keyhole image of what the completed picture will be. My dad does not get out much anymore, having had some falling issues and an unsteady gait. These puzzles provide us with an activity that is mentally engaging, that we can spend a day or a weekend socializing over. They also remind us of his mom, who loved to puzzle. Thank you for the adventure!” —Ann the Puzzler

"My son-in-law is a challenge to buy for because he wants games that make him think. This offers both a mental challenge and patience as he assembles the puzzle to find the clues to solve the mystery. Such a clever idea and a great gift for him!!" –JM

Promising review: "Not full of common horror films. These were interesting enough for the biggest fan. I gifted this to a film student and he loved it!" —Just me

Promising review: “Fun gift! I bought a set of the wineglasses for my brother and sister-in-law who live in Aiken, SC. First, I was thrilled I could select Aiken, because it isn't a huge city. They loved them — they were even able to find the street where they live on the glasses. This is such a fun, personal gift. I'm thinking of doing more of these next year.” —Great Sister

Price: $60 (available in three glass types)

Promising review: “This was a birthday gift for my dad, definitely a history buff. He absolutely loves the subscription. He read some fun facts to me over the phone about the first historical figure he received in the mail last month. He was completely delighted. This is a wonderful gift for anyone in your life who appreciates history.” —Sarah R.

Price: $48+ (available in 6-, 12-, or 24-month subscriptions and four volumes)

Price: $40+ (available in unisex sizes XS–XXL and one or two pets)

Promising reviews: "This garlic roaster is made so well! The quality is great! My husband loves to smoke food, and this is a great addition to his collection!" —Dani

"Great gift for the chef in your life!! So functional and has so many uses." —Erica

Promising review: "My husband is a big hot sauce guy, and he really enjoyed this. Shipping was timely and the packaging was good quality." —KM

Promising reviews: “This is the perf gift for a new or experienced gardener, and you will be able to reuse it for storage and organization for years to come!" —A

"The germination rate is super high — almost every seed sprouted. Even beginners can grow them. My wife and I both think it's totally worth recommending." —Jack

Price: $60 (available in seven regional options)

Promising review: “Heavy duty, bright, and high quality — I would buy this again! My son-in-law (who has everything) absolutely loved this gift. He is a fun and quirky guy and plans to use it daily with his 21-year-old nephew, who lives with him, and his 8-year-old son. They all have a great sense of humor and couldn't wait to get it home and on their refrigerator.” —Andi

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