The Best Holiday Gifts for Grandparents

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Sure, a simple solution for a grandparent gift is to buy something with their grandchild’s face on it, but we wanted to get a bit more creative to celebrate the family elders (and sometimes babysitters) this year. We’ve found personalized picks to highlight their beloved family pet, special accessories to complement their home, gifts for the newly-retired and ready to travel, and tech gadget gifts to make their lives easier. Read on for our favorite gifts for grandparents, and yes, plenty do include ways to highlight the grandkids (just remember to order those personalized gifts early so they arrive in time).

Need more ideas? Look no further! Our full holiday gift guide has loads of ideas for everyone on your list. Gift shopping has never been easier!

Mixbook Photo Co.
There's just something special about a bound photo book now that we've grown so accustomed to looking at our phones. Gift the grandparents a special keepsake they can page through again and again.
Therabody
Give Grandma or Grandpa the gift of relaxation and relief with this mini version of the popular muscle treatment tool. Several colors available.
Hatch
Give the gift of great sleep with the Hatch Restore, a device that helps users develop wake up and wind down routines. It's also a sound machine, alarm clock, and sunrise/sunset night light.
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Brooklinen
Allow them to wrap up in 100% Turkish cotton with Brooklinen's waffle robe. Choose from seven colors to fit their style.
L.L. Bean
These comfy moccasins are made out of sheepskin with a memory foam footbed for a super-comfy feel. More colors available.
Cozy Earth
Described by Oprah as "the softest sheets ever" and made with breathable, moisture-wicking fabric that feels degrees cooler than cotton, Cozy Earth sheets help anyone get a good night's sleep. Use code THEEVERYMOM40 for 40% off at checkout!
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Aera
Fill your home with clean, hypoallergenic aromas of your choice with a diffuser—and you can even schedule it to run with your phone.
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Brightland
New this year, Brightland's Mini Artist Series box includes four premium infused olive oils: garlic, lemon, rosemary, and chili peppers in smaller sizes to sample and share.
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Avaline
Cofounded by Cameron Diaz, Avaline wines are organically farmed and free from unwanted additives. Whether for holiday entertaining or their own enjoyment, grandparents will appreciate this six wine set.
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Etsy | Maley Designs
Gift a chef in your life these personalized dish towels to add a little something special to their favorite room—the kitchen!
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Etsy | Christmas by Design Co
Another editor-favorite gift, this personalized, hand-painted, glass ornament is the perfect keepsake for any pet parent. Simply send in a picture of their pet with your order to customize.
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Spoonful of Comfort
If you can't be together with grandparents during the holidays, send along a special care package to warm them up—like this deluxe gift set from Spoonful of Comfort with a cozy soft blanket, plaid mug, mulling spices, and more!
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Beneath Your Mask
Gift this award-winning luxurious and nourishing healing cream with ingredients to combat the signs of aging sourced from all over the world.
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Dagne Dover
Update Grandma or Grandpa's toiletry bag so they always have something handy when they come to visit or as they travel.
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Calpak
A reader and editor-favorite item, this handy car organizer includes three compartments and a collapsible design. Many colors available.
The Everygirl x Day Designer
For the person who prefers to write things down, this pretty three pack of notepads includes a weekly schedule pad and two sizes of lined notepads.
Amazon | Jean Stoffer
In this just-released coffee table book, designer Jean Stoffer shares her journey from receptionist to founder of a home design company and star of the HBO show The Established Home.
Uncommon Goods
Learn the art of floral arranging in three virtual classes hosted by Nsombi Woodson, who believes in "the joyful, meditative, and restorative nature of floral design.”
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Nordstrom | Estelle Colored Glass
These popular vintage-inspired wine glasses will add color to a festive tablescape.
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National Parks Service
Give adventurous grandparents ages 62+ (majorly-discounted) year-long access to 2,000+ recreation areas nationwide.
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Is there anything more special than a handwritten letter? Grandparents and grandchildren can become pen pals with this kit that provides writing prompts, games, lists, and more.
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Uncommon Goods
When the LoveBox receives special messages sent via an app, the heart spins until the box is opened and the message is read. It's a tech-friendly option to connect with grandparents who live far away.
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Jiggy Puzzles
There are puzzles and then there are Jiggy Puzzles—packaged in gorgeous containers, featuring the work of female artists, and so framable—like this Christmas Town— they send you glue to help the process.
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Amazon
Described by one editor's dad as "the best gift he's ever received," this practical mat lets you roll up and store your in-progress puzzle when you need the table space.
Uncommon Goods
Take your LO's art and get it made into a cutitng board for a special gift grandparents are sure to cherish as their grandchild grows.
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Etsy | Whiskey Sour Design
Print out your favorite pics and add them to this special, personalized display board perfect for grandparents to show off their family. Multiple finishes available.
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Etsy | Tom Design
There's nothing like having a tiny piece of your loved ones on you no matter the time and place. Simply send the seller a photo of your little one's message to customize this tie clip.
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Aura
Display an unlimited amount of family photos with this sleek digital picture frame available in three colors and matting options. Plus, the Aura app makes it easy to upload new photos right from your phone.
Our Place
Just when we didn't think we could love Our Place more, the brand launches tableware in amazing colors and in easy-to-stack bundles.
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Etsy | Nunu's Studio
Sweet and understated, this cozy sweatshirt can be personalized with Grandma's nickname and her grandchildren's names.
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Etsy | PID Kids
For birders, this sleek minimalist birdhouse is one they'll love to look at through the window.
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Etsy | Lasting Impressions 14
This bespoke set of wooden garden tools can be personalized with anything you'd like—a name, phrase, quote or message. Plus, every time they use them, they'll think of you!
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Wonderbly
Make Grandma or Grandpa the star of storytime with this personalized book the grandkids will want to read over and over.
Etsy | Gold by Heart
For a special, customized gift, send through photos of their grandchildren to be engraved as silhouettes on these gorgeous gold charms. Initial charms and chains are available too.
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Amazon
For the grandparent who's always cold—or always there to support their grandkids on the sidelines—they'll appreciate this rechargable hand warmer.
Storyworth
A way to record family stories and history. Each week, the company emails short writing prompts to complete and, at the end of a year, you receive a bound book of memories to cherish.
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Target
Do you have a grandparent who always turns up the thermostat at your house? Gift them this chic portable electric space heater to warm them right up. Plus, it can also be used as a fan in the summer. Available in white and black.
Stitch Monograms
Personalize the classic boat tote with a grandchild's handwriting embroidered on the bag for a one-of-a-kind gift.
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Walmart
Help them explore the family history with an Ancestry DNA + Traits package to discover 35+ of their most interesting traits and how their genes might have influenced them.
Mark & Graham
A special gift for a golfer in your life, this club cover comes in two colors and can be personalized with an initial or monogram.
Etsy | Branches Design Co.
For the golfer grandparents, personalize a set of golf tees with their names or a special message so they'll think of you when they hit the links!
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Book of the Month
The perfect gift for a well-read grandparent who would love a new book to read each month.
Big Blanket
This giant blanket is perfect for slumber parties or movie nights at a grandparent's house. Many colors and patterns available.
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Etsy | Emma and the Bean Home
Personalize this special pillow with their grandchildren's names and it'll surely find a comfy spot on the couch.
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Target
For Grandparents who love a good game, gift them the highly rated Ticket to Ride where players must strategically complete their train, ferry, tunnel routes across Europe.
Uncommon Goods
With 106 pages of journal prompts to spark memories, anecdotes, and lessons, this journal has the potential to become a treasured family keepsake.
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Etsy | Morning Joy Co.
What better way to always have someone's signature recipe—in their own handwriting—on hand than to have it laser carved into a keepsake serving board?
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Etsy | Hamlin Row Shop
Make sure everyone visiting the grandparents knows their priorities when they walk in the door with this cheeky doormat.
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