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Our Favorite Gifts of All Time: A Team Throwback to Inspire Your Holiday Shopping.  

Our Favorite Gifts of All Time: A Team Throwback to Inspire Your Holiday Shopping

November 27, 2024

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Mari Aipa

The holiday season is upon us, and if you’re like most people, you’re probably staring at your gift list wondering what will hit the perfect note this year. Here’s an observation from our team: the gifts that stick in your memory (and your heart) are often the ones you received as a kid—or the ones that really get your vibe as an adult. Funny enough, when asked, most of us couldn’t even recall what we got last year, but mention that Tamagotchi you pined over in middle school, and it’s like no time has passed!

We dove into our memory banks to curate a list of our all-time favorite gifts—some practical, some fun, some just plain awesome. Whether you’re shopping for a nostalgic friend, a hobbyist, or the hardest-to-please minimalist, we aim to inspire.

Team 3FO’s Favorite Gifts Ever

  1. A Cheese-Making Kit (Barbara): Because turning milk into ooey-gooey cheese is as cool as it sounds.
  2. Lip Masks (Mia): Proof that self-care is always a win.
  3. A Piano Keyboard (Forrest): For the aspiring (or just-for-fun) musician in your life.
  4. Pants That Fit Perfectly (Andrew): Underrated luxury. The gift of not having to return them? Priceless.
  5. A Turntable + LPs (Cailin): Vinyl never goes out of style.
  6. Bacon of the Month Club (Joren): A gift that’s literally sizzling.
  7. Whiskey Glasses With Etched Peaks (Rex): For the adventurer who likes their bourbon with a side of mountain vibes.
  8. Handcrafted Vase/Pitcher With Mugs (Steph): Everyday beauty that makes you smile every morning.
  9. Jewelry (Ari): Classic for a reason.
  10. Printed Family Pictures (Chantel): Sentimental simplicity that never fails to tug at the heartstrings.
  11. A Tamagotchi (Hector): The ultimate 90s kid dream fulfilled.

Cool Picks from the Team

We couldn’t stop with our personal favorites, so here are some amazing bonus suggestions for the holiday season:

  1. For Book Lovers
    Not just because it’s packed with thoughtful, curated finds for the reader in your life, but also it’s Cailin’s newest business that she recently launched.
  2. For the Outdoorsy Types
    Rex recommends the Zipper Pull Thermometer. A practical gadget that’s small but mighty—perfect for any adventurer.
  3. For Your Clean Freak Friend
    Enter the genius Japanese Synoshi Power Spin Scrubber—because a tidy home equals a happy life, especially if you’re working remotely.
  4. For the Globetrotter or Language Nerd
    The Muama Enence translator speaks 60 languages, letting you turn any trip into an effortless cultural deep dive.
  5. For Everyone Else
    Need more ideas? Check out this list of cool gifts we can’t stop scrolling through.

At the end of the day, gifts don’t have to be big or extravagant to leave an impression—they just need to be thoughtful. Whether it’s something that fuels their passion, sparks nostalgia, or makes everyday life a little easier, the best gifts are the ones that show you really “get” them.

So, as you tackle your holiday shopping this year, don’t just grab the first thing on the shelf. Think about the gifts that have stuck with you and let that inspire you to create the same magic for someone else.

Happy gifting!