The 45 best gifts from Uncommon Goods that look like you went the extra mile

It's safe to say that pickleball was the sport of 2024. If you know someone who's basically living on the court, it'd only be fitting to get them these appropriately themed PJs to snooze (and recover) in.

One of the most foolproof ways to make a gift feel personal without bending over backwards is finding a special ornament that has your recipient's name all over it. If they had a spritz in hand all summer, you can't go wrong gifting them this aptly themed ornament.

Elevate their next date night or GNI (girls' night in!) at home with this all-in-one pasta kit. It includes all the tools, spices and powders you need to make pasta that even an Italian grandma would approve of! Plus, you'll get an instruction booklet with handy tips.

Treat your favorite cat or dog owner to a cozy sweatshirt showing off their furry friends. You can customize them with up to four pets and have the option to add their names. This is the pawfect gift, if you ask us.

No matter your sign, there's one thing we all have in common: the need for a cozy blanket. Instead of getting them a generic throw, gift them one adorned with their astrological sign for a more personalized touch.

While live flowers are gorgeous, sometimes faux is the easier, more practical way to go. If you want something more exciting than artificial flowers, this bouquet is a no-brainer. Your gift recipient will have to assemble this bouquet just like a puzzle before showing it off with pride.

Gift the person who's always longing to be outside this gorgeous butterfly feeder that'll encourage them to roam around their home.

Help the avid skier show off their favorite hobby in this comfy long-sleeve shirt featuring a skier positioned around the front pocket. It's the perfect thing to throw on after a long day on the slopes.

Whether they're always on the hunt for something to do or want to step up their gardening skills, this succulent workshop is sure to delight. Ahead of the virtual 60-minute class, you'll be sent everything you need to bring your piece of art to life.

The explorer in your life will appreciate this cozy beanie during long hikes in the winter. You can choose from seven national parks from the Grand Canyon to Zion.

Why pay for an overpriced martini when you can whip one up at home with these fun sugar cubes? Simply add a couple cubes to your alcohol of choice and you'll have anything from an espresso martini to a lemon drop ready in seconds.

Instead of getting your kid another toy they'll get bored of after a few months, opt for an engaging class like this video game workshop led by an expert instructor. During these live hour-long classes (there are multiple dates to choose from at checkout), your little one will learn how to build their own video game. Before the date of your virtual class, you'll be mailed a set with all the supplies needed for the class.

The bookworm will wonder where this ingenious find has been their entire life. This sleek reading station serves as a bookmarker and holds a coffee cup and other trinkets like glasses.

Most dads have a regular toolbox, but he likely doesn't have one customized with his name. This one comes in two colors and multiple designs that include different types of tools, so you can pick one based on the projects he's tackling most.

If you know someone who's always outside, gift them this double-duty stool (which is made of water-resistant materials) that also features tool storage.

Elevate the grill master's game with this game-changing barbecue skewer rack that'll make them the king or queen of at-home kabobs. It's easy to flip and cooks evenly so they'll come out perfectly every time.

Hot sauces are having a moment, so why not take things to the next (hotter) level by gifting your favorite spice lover a DIY hot sauce kit so they can make their own creation?

The cheese lover will adore this custom cheese board, which you can personalize with their initial. The compact design folds up into a triangle for easy storage, and the bottom tier features a built-in compartment to hold the cheese fork and knives.

Make your favorite cocktail (and one of the world's oldest cocktails) at home with these fun bitters-infused sugar cubes. To use, simply muddle 1-2 cubes with a splash of warm water and add in your favorite whiskey, rye, scotch or bourbon and serve over ice.

Gift the history buff this monthly subscription, which includes replicas of historical documents ranging from Albert Einstein's correspondence with FDR to Rosa Parks’ police report when she refused to give up her seat. Uncommon Goods will even give you a digital card to fill out to let your recipient know their new subscription gift is on the way.

Deck out their bar cart with these cool glasses, which are etched with different city maps. They can commemorate their hometown, current city or other special place every time they sip from this glass.

The margarita lover will adore these classic tequila shot glasses, which are hand-carved from Himalayan salt.

If you're looking for a more meaningful way to spend time and connect with others (or want to help out a friend or loved one), this conversation-starting game is the perfect way to go. It includes 250 prompt cards, and they're even color-coded to signal whether they'll be appropriate to discuss with Mom and Dad or in an office setting.

If they whip up popcorn regularly, this bowl will make their evening snack routine so much easier. The bottom of this bowl features a colander so they'll never put an unpopped kernel in his mouth again.

Help make collecting the literal fruits of their labor even easier with this sturdy basket (also known as a hod), which you can personalize. It carries up to 20 pounds and is made to withstand the outdoor elements and washing. During the off season, use it to store firewood and tools.

These days, everyone could use some stress relief from the daily grind. This unique tool will provide instant relief for neck, shoulder and upper back pain (aka those hard-to-reach spots).

Never end up with pistachio shells in the couch or on the ground again with this clever find. Plus, you can customize the bottom with a note.

Let the hot sauce lover show off their favorite ingredient with this printed tee. If your giftee truly owns everything under the sun and you don't know what else to get them, this is a foolproof option for the condiment lover.

Help the cat lover translate what their favorite feline is trying to communicate to them with this clever deck of cards, complete with illustrations.

The avid camper will appreciate this beer caramelizer tool, which takes his favorite beer to the next level by adding a rich, frothy texture and smoky taste to his beverage. Simply dunk the stainless steel rod into your beer after heating it up over the campfire, and the heat will caramelize the sugars.

This personalized whiskey barrel comes in two sizes, and the oak imparts vanilla, butter, coconut and astringent notes. It's just one of our favorite gift ideas for whiskey lovers.

Boba tea lovers will enjoy making their own beverage creations at home (and saving money instead of buying this delicious treat at a cafe).

Dads, boyfriends and other golfers will appreciate this book featuring golf's greatest moments as told by articles from The New York Times.

There's no better way to show Dad how you feel about him than with this aptly named book. Personalize it with his name, illustrations and all the superhero-worthy things he does.

The movie buff will get a kick out of this poster, which will help them watch and track 100 classic movies.

Take their movie night to the next level with this fun couch accessory, which will keep the remote, a beverage, books and more at the ready (and prevent the sofa from eating them).

The MLB fan can display their pride for the sport with this souvenir water bottle. Each time they visit a ballpark, they can place the respective sticker for the ballpark over its engraved spot on the bottle.

This keepsake will help them reminisce on their favorite memories. This set comes with the viewer and a code that's redeemable for one custom reel, which will be sent to you in the mail.

Skip the takeout pizza and make your own masterpiece at home with this personal pizza maker. It whips up brick-oven pizza in just 10 minutes on the grill.

Tug at the music lover's heartstrings with this unique creation. Artist Claudia Moldovan transforms music into art by creating a wooden piece into the soundwave of the song you send in. You can select a snippet, chorus or the entire song.

If you know someone who's obsessed with peanut butter, gift them this set of six small-batch peanut butters to take their daily sandwiches and more to new culinary heights.

If your loved one is obsessed with tracking the weather, they'll love this stylish garden accessory that measures precipitation. It comes in a tabletop version and garden-stake style.

Never forget Grandma's beloved biscuit recipe again with this custom family cookbook, which comes in binder and bound versions. It includes space for up to 80 recipes, so you can pass it around for everyone to fill out with their beloved recipes.

Help the national park lover be reminded of their adventures with this unique portrait. Designing it is kind of like a game: You choose the park, decide what text you want at the bottom and personalize the people based on skin color, hair type, clothing and accessories. Pets can be included too!

Music fans will adore these unique bottle openers, which feature vintage designs from real record labels over the years. They're handmade in Philadelphia, so they're truly one of a kind.