The Best Holiday Gift Ideas For Grandparents | 2022
35 Thoughtful Gift Ideas That Grandparents Will Love

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Shopping for gift ideas? Whether it's Grandma and Grandpa's first year on the job or they're pros by now, the major role they play in your kids' lives means they deserve an extra-special holiday gift. Skip the cliché "World's Best Grandpa" T-shirt and ho-hum mug — this year, surprise them with the unexpected. From memory books to personalized cutting boards, here are some of our best gift ideas for grandmas and grandpas that are sure to make them smile.
Whether you're gearing up for the holiday season with your family by your side or planning on being apart this year, sending a thoughtful gift is a great way to make grandparents feel special and appreciated. Introduce them to new products you love, like a weighted blanket, and gift them the things they're already fans of, like a wine cooler. There are also great sentimental gifts for grandparents, as well as some unique gifts you may not have thought of before. Plus, if your family does a Secret Santa or white Elephant gift exchange, there are a couple of fun gifts for grandparents that will definitely make them smile. Keep reading to shop our selections!
— Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
1 A Weighted Blanket: YnM Weighted Blanket
This YnM Weighted Blanket ($40, originally $50) will keep them warm and comforted. It's the perfect thing to get them for a movie marathon, and will help calm and soothe anxious feelings. It feels like a warm hug, and you can choose the desired weight and size of the blanket, though we think the 15 pound option is great for most people.
2 A Personal Gift: Personalized Whiskey Barrel
This Personalized Whiskey Barrel ($85-$200) is the perfect present for someone who is serious about their love for whiskey. You can buy a small or large whiskey barrel, and pick either just the barrel, a one-flavor essence of Tennessee whiskey, or a three-flavor essence of rum and whiskey. Once you're done, they can get as creative as they please.
3 For the Traveler: Scratch-Off World Map Poster
If they're people who travel a lot, get them this Scratch-Off World Map Poster ($24). They can keep track of every country they've been to, and help plan their next great adventure. This is something they'll be so excited to play around with, particularly if they've got grandchildren who love to travel; they can follow along on their loved ones' journeys.
4 A Relaxing Gift: Neck Massage Pillow
This Neck Massage Pillow ($40, originally $60) is great because it's also portable. It's a relaxing present no one can refuse. Particularly if the recipient has neck pain or back pain, this is a present they'll actually get use out of, and be so happy to have.
5 For the Whole Family: Personalized Family Mugs
You can customize these Personalized Family Mugs ($32) to look like your loved ones. It's a great gift to give if you're all together for the holidays. Plus, now no one can "mistakenly" steal anyone's holiday coffee mug, because we all know each person has a unique coffee recipe.
6 For the Photographer: Canon Ivy Mini Photo Printer For Smartphones
Grandparents have bene known to like a physical copy of their photos, and it can be tough to figure out how to print the pictures they've taken on their phone or tablet. Now, they can easily print their favorite memories with this Canon Ivy Mini Photo Printer For Smartphones ($79, originally $89). The mini size makes it the perfect stocking stuffer.
7 A Cozy Blanket: Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket
This Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket ($147) is the coziest thing they will ever get their hands on. They'll want one for every room in the house, and the blanket comes in nine different colors, so it'll be easy to pair with any decor style. This is also a Joanna Gaines must have for a good night's sleep.
8 For the Foodies: Goldbelly 3 Month Subscription
This Goldbelly 3 Month Subscription ($250) will send them a bunch of food for three months. In our opinion there's no greater gift. Each month, the package is curated by the Goldbelly team, so one month, they could be receiving Key Lime Pie from Florida, and another month it's Texas barbecue.
9 For Home Decor Enthusiasts: Jenni Kayne Alpaca Basketweave Pillow
No one will refuse this Jenni Kayne Alpaca Basketweave Pillow ($195) in any shade. It's a little bit of luxury they can use every day. There are three available colors, and they can add this to their bed, couch, or chair for a cozy fall and winter feel.
10 For Music Lovers: Victrola Black Turntable
Music-lovers will appreciate this vintage Victrola Black Turntable ($100). It's a gift they'll cherish, and they may even share some old records with you! Plus, it also has Bluetooth connectivity enabled, so they can play all kinds of music, not just old records.
11 A Useful Gag Gift: LED Toilet Night Light
If you're part of a family that gives gag gifts, or has a tight spending limit on white elephant gifts, this is a great option. Believe it or not, this LED Toilet Night Light ($10) will come in handy. They'll be so happy to have it come nighttime; we know we've stumbled around in the dark trying to find the toilet before.
12 A Cool Photo Display: Philip Whitney Metal Family Tree Picture Frame
The Philip Whitney Metal Family Tree Picture Frame ($31, originally $39) holds six family photos. If they love having their photos printed and easily accessible, this is a great gift. They'll have fun choosing all their favorites. Each frame holds a two inch by three inch picture.
13 A Sweet Gift: Letters to My Grandchild: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. Book
This Letters to My Grandchild: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever. ($13, originally $15) book is a sentimental gift. It allows grandparents to share their memories with their precious grandchild to save for future milestones. If they're a first time grandparent or have a new grandchild, this makes for a lovely gift.
14 A Cozy Robe: Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Robe
This Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Robe ($109) will be their go-to when they're at home. Get rid of that old, stained robe they've had for years, and consider this a major upgrade. It comes in six colors, and is available in sizes XS - 3X.
15 For the History Buff: History by Mail Six-Month Subscription
This History by Mail Six-Month Subscription ($40) is for the history lover in your life. Every month, they'll be sent a replica of a different historical document. It's a six month subscription, so this is a gift that can last a long time.
16 A Robotic Vacuum: A Roomba
A vacuum cleaner that cleans the house without help? Sign us up! The iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum ($174, originally $300) will definitely cut down cleaning time, with a side bonus: it'll be good for their back because they won't have to bend to vacuum those hard-to-reach spots.
17 For the Person Who Loves to Cook: Hand-Carved Heart Serving Spoon
The cook in your life will love this Hand-Carved Heart Serving Spoon ($20). It's such a sweet and useful addition to their kitchen. Plus, it makes for an easy stocking stuffer, so if you're short on ideas, this is a great little gift they'll actually use.
18 For the Constant Texter: Naadam Signature Cashmere Gloves
Cold weather calls for these Naadam Signature Cashmere Gloves ($60, originally $85). They're so luxurious to have on, and you can even text in them! Once they try these gloves, the ultimate in accessible luxury, they'll wonder how they ever lived without them. These gloves come in eight different colors.
19 For the Cook: Our Place Always Pan Set
The bestselling Our Place Always Pan Set ($99, originally $145) is always a great idea. The cook in your life will surely be thrilled. It's called the Always Pan because it's the pan you'll always use. You can use it as a fry pan, saute pan, skillet, steamer, or saucepan. You can read our review of the Our Place Always Pan.
20 For Curious People: AncestryDNA: Genetic Testing Ethnicity
They can learn the details of their family history with this AncestryDNA: Genetic Testing Ethnicity ($59, originally $99). It'll be intriguing for everyone, and will help them get a much clearer picture of their origin story. Particularly if they have older relatives who have passed, this is a thoughtful and useful gift.
21 A Personalized Calendar: Brass Easel & Calendar
Turn all of those photos you've texted them throughout the year into a gorgeous calendar. Unlike unsightly wall calendars, the Brass Easel & Calendar ($50, originally $59) is absolutely gorgeous. Plus, it's easy to set up, you can choose your preferred font, and it will fit nicely on their desk.
22 A Custom Gift: "The New York Times" Custom Birthday Book
"The New York Times" Custom Birthday Book ($100) includes the front pages from each year since your recipient's birth, personalized with name and birth date and preserved in a library binding. It's a great way to look back over the years, and makes for such a thoughtful present.
23 For the Chef: Personalized Cutting Board
You can put a sweet message or name on the Personalized Cutting Board ($169-$178). We love the idea of giving them a customizable option. Plus, you can add a heart to your message, and for just an extra $9, you can throw in some cleaning oil, which will ensure the cutting board stays clean.
24 For Tea-Lovers: Vahdam Assorted Tea Gift Set
If they love tea, get them this stunningly packaged Vahdam Assorted Tea Gift Set ($25, originally $40). It contains six flavors: hibiscus rush, sweet cinnamon, vanilla spice, masala chai, English breakfast, and turmeric spice. Loose leaf tea is also great for infusions, so if they're feeling open to trying something new, they'll love this gift.
25 A Flower Subscription: UrbanStems The Seasonal Subscription
This is one package they won't mind receiving. Gift them a subscription of beautiful fresh flowers with this UrbanStems The Seasonal Subscription ($75). You can choose the cadence of the subscription, whether you want them to come weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, and choose the amount of times you'd like the flowers to come.
26 A Thoughtful and Cozy Gift: Personalized Hand-Written Letter Blanket
The Personalized Hand-Written Letter Blanket ($155-$205) is a heartfelt gift that can truly make loved ones feel closer than ever. All you have to do is choose the size of your cotton blanket and then write out a thoughtful message to your loved one. They'll cuddle with this all the time!
27 A Bedside Must Have: Hatch Restore
The Hatch Restore ($130) is such an innovative bedside buddy that will lull them to sleep. It's a smart sleep assistant that prepares them for bed and to wake up with ease. It's a sound machine, a sunrise alarm, a smart light, a meditation app, and an alarm clock all in one sleek gadget.
28 An eReader: Amazon Kindle Oasis
Sometimes the best way to get to the future is to embrace the past – and that's exactly what Amazon did with the Kindle Oasis ($300) which brings back everything people loved about the original Kindle, and combines it with all the future tech of our dreams. It's waterproof, ultra-durable, and provides the best visuals in direct sunlight. This is a great gift for people who travel a lot, because now they don't have to pack all their heavy books!
29 An Advent Calendar: 24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar
We always love advent calendars, and this one is no exception. If they're obsessed with their daily cup of tea, they'll love this 24 Days of Tea Advent Calendar ($39, originally $55). They can discover all-time bestsellers as well as new, very merry blends while they count down to Christmas. It's the perfect seasonal present.
30 For the Cozy Person: UGG Scuff Slippers
The best part of coming home after a long day is putting on your cozy slippers. Who wouldn't want these UGG Scuff Slippers ($90)? They come in brown, chestnut, and black. The classic UGG shearling is something they'll fall in love with, and wear long past the holiday season.
31 For People Who Lose Things: Apple
They'll never lose their keys again with Apple AirTags ($29). If they have an Apple device like an iPhone or iPad, they can use the "Find My" app to find their keys, wallet, or anything they lose frequently. If they're someone who's constantly searching for an essential item in their life, this will be a game changer. You can read our review of Apple AirTags.
32 A Kitchen Gadget That Does It All: Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker
They can almost do it all with this Instant Pot Pro 10-in-1 Pressure Cooker ($150, originally $170). It can replace their old pressure cooker, slow cooker, sauté pan, rice cooker, yogurt maker, steamer, food warmer, sous vide, and sterilizer. It has a variety of one-touch programs so all you have to do is throw your ingredients in the pot and press a button. Cooking has never been easier.
33 For the Gardeners: AeroGarden Harvest-Black Indoor Hydroponic Garden
Know someone with a green thumb? Get them this AeroGarden Harvest-Black Indoor Hydroponic Garden ($109, originally $165) for indoors. It will grow everything from thyme to rosemary, and is a perfect gift for people who live in cold climates, but want to have some fresh herbs all year round.
34 For Wine Lovers: Vinglace Wine Chiller
There's nothing worse than room temperature white wine, except perhaps room temperature champagne. And warm wine? Forget about it. Keep all their wine cold and crisp with this Vinglace Wine Chiller ($90). It comes in six different colors, so you can easily find what's right for you, but we love the crisp white.
35 A Great Sheet Set: Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set
If they've had the same sheets for what feels like forever, do them a favor and gift them a brand new set. This Brooklinen Classic Core Sheet Set ($139 - $209) comes in a variety of classic shades and fun prints, and comes in all sizes, from twin to California king. It'll be like giving them a good night's sleep.