11 personalized gifts for the one-of-a-kind recipient

Holiday shopping can be tricky, but the most memorable gifts are the ones that are made just for you. Thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts not only stand out, but also show you put extra care into choosing something meaningful. From heirloom-worthy kitchen pieces to everyday accessories, finding a showstopping gift is easier than ever. 

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This personalized Carhartt tool bag is a thoughtful gift for the person that knows how to fix everything. Strong enough to hold all the recipient’s favorite tools and space to include up to two lines of embroidered personalization, the bag blends utility with thoughtfulness.

Meat-lovers will appreciate this handmade steak branding iron. Each iron is made to order, with the option of adding up to three letters. All the recipient has to do is open it, heat it over coals or a burner and sear steaks to their heart’s content.

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Yeti’s 20-ounce rambler is a popular item for a reason – it’s durable (thanks to double-wall vacuum insulation), cupholder-compatible, splash- and spill-resistant and dishwasher safe. When you customize it with initials, words or phrases that mean something, it becomes a worthwhile and highly usable gift. 

Hit the nail on the head – physically and metaphorically – with this personalized hammer. The handy person in your life will appreciate being gifted this real 25-inch, 16-ounce hammer engraved with their name and a sweet or punny message.

The L.L.Bean Boat and Tote is one of those gifts that you wouldn’t think to buy yourself, but would appreciate if someone else did. Originally designed for hauling chunks of ice in blustery Maine winters, these bags are built to withstand a lifetime of heavy lifting. Plus, with the option for custom embroidery, they become an heirloom piece you’ll reach for over and over again. 

You might not be able to gift grandma’s cooking, but you can give the next best thing: a cutting board engraved with treasured recipes. Simply scan a family recipe to be laser engraved into maple hardwood. The result is a beautiful board mounted with iron handles that can be passed from generation to generation.

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Celebrate a favorite college with these playful embroidered pillows. Pick between 60 colleges and universities like Ole Miss, Harvard, Villanova and Boston College, each with its own collage of buildings, traditions and sayings. Whether they root for the Nittany Lions or the Crimson Tide, these pillows offer a soft accent to your recipient’s home decor.

With StoryWorth, you can capture a lifetime of stories and memories through voice recordings or email. After the information has been gathered, you receive a keepsake book chock-full of color photos, family lore and stories worth remembering. 

Proudly crafted in Detroit, these leather card holders from Shinola feature a cash pocket and four credit card slots, which feature RFID lining to protect against unauthorized scanning of debit and credit cards. Monogramming is available for a personalized touch.

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Devoted college football fans will adore this historic newspaper book, each containing reprinted coverage from either The Washington Post or the Los Angeles Times archive. Flipping through the pages is like a trip through time, giving the reader a chance to celebrate wins, records and top moments. Add the recipient’s name on top for an added personal touch. 

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This dainty bespoke bracelet is a great gift for the lady in your life. Customize it with initials, a significant date, a declaration or love or get creative with any engraving of your choice. Plus, it has a sliding adjustable bead to ensure it fits all wrists. So, you really can’t go wrong.

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