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19 Holiday Essentials You Definitely Need

November 27, 2021

Ahh, the most wonderful time of the year - do you have everything you need to make the most of this festive season? To check one more thing off your list this year, we put together a fulsome list of all the gadgets and gizmos necessary to get you in the holiday spirit! 

Written by Maddison Beatty
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1. Artificial Christmas Tree

If you celebrate Christmas and don't have a tree yet, what are you doing? Here's a great option for any space! This artificial 9ft slim Christmas tree comes pre-lit, so all you have to do is dust off your favorite ornaments and get decorating! 

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2. LED Snowflake Projector

Decorating your home can be a tedious task, but this Snowflake outdoor light projector lets you show off your holiday spirit without needing a few hours of set up. Just stick the weather-proof projector into your lawn and enjoy the festive scene!

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3. Santa Claus Costume

Wait ... Santa isn't real!? This realistic Santa Claus costume could fool anyone to think that you really are that jolly ol' fella. This classic velvet fit comes with everything you need to transform yourself into everyone's favorite cookie monster, including white gloves, shiny black boots, a vinyl belt with a metal buckle, and a hidden pocket to store all your candy canes!

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4. Festive Cookie Cutter Set

The holidays wouldn't be the same without delicious treats! This easy to clean, premium quality stainless steel cutter cookie cutter set will help you turn any baked good into the best treat at the pot luck - use them as classic cookie cutters, for fondant, to cut fruits, or as a pancake mold!

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5. Themed Dinnerware Set

Hosting loved ones for dinner this year? This chic 16-peice collection will surely put your guests in the holiday spirit in no time, and it's dishwasher and microwave safe so clean-up will be easy! 

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6. Gift Wrapping Kit

Oh the weather outside is frightful, but your gift wrap can be delightful! This cute and quality holiday gift wrapping kit includes everything you need, from wrapping paper, to ribbons, stickers and gift tags!

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7. Holiday Pajamas

Nothing screams family-goals like matching PJs. Whether posing for the 'gram, your annual holiday card or just lounging around the fireplace, you can finally be THAT picture perfect family in your matching cozy fits. Choose from a number of styles and sizes for your S/O, children and even your dog!

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8. Christmas Stockings

Do you love filling large holes? Well these stockings are the perfect size to fit all those little knick knacks you bought your loved ones. This 6-pack knitted stocking set comes in festive red, green and white colours and will spruce up your holiday decor in no time!

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9. Elf on a Shelf

Keep your lil' gremlins on their best behavior this season with this sneaky Elf on a Shelf. He's always watching and will report to the big guy up north if anything naughty occurs in his presence. This Elf on a Shelf comes with an artfully illustrated story book, a keepsake box, and an official adoption certificate!

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10. Candle

Hide any mysterious scents with a holiday candle! This Yankee Candle is available in a few delicious scents, including Christmas cookies, and burns up to 150 hours! Make your nose dance.

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11. Spy Camera Wall Clock

You saw WHO kissing Santa Claus?!? Catch Santa in the act this year with this super sneaky Spy Camera Wall Clock. This clock has a high definition camera and uses motion detection to monitor at all times of the day or night. No one will suspect a thing.

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12. ELF Gift Wrap Cutter

Slice your wrapping paper smoothly with this ELF gift wrap cutter. This revolutionary tool allows you cut the perfect pieces of wrapping paper each time, plus it's safe and easy to use!

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13. Ice Melting Salt

Move over salt bae! This bucket of salt is perfect for those 'white Christmas' moments when you want to stop trippin' (on slippery ice and snow). It's pet friendly, works immediately and comes with a scoop. Not recommended to season food.

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14. Lump of Coal

We all know someone (or a few people) that deserve this, and only this, as a gift this year. For those naughty people on your list this year - this 100% real lump of coal comes in a red velvet bag to make it so much more official.

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15. Holiday Cards

Nothing says 'Happy Holidays' like a card that literally does. Stock up on holiday cards this year with this elegant assorted blank card set, featuring 6 cute animal designs.

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16. Indoor Firepit

Don't have an open fire to roast your chestnuts on? Check out this Tabletop Indoor Firepit that will add ambiance to any space, with a flame that lasts up to 50 minutes. Sounds like just enough time to roast a chestnut or make a tasty smore!

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17. Electric Temperature Controlling Mug

Stay toasty this season with this smart temperature controlled electric mug! Whether you're sipping on tea, hot chocolate or mulled wine, this mug will keep your beverage warm for hours! Keeping safety top of mind, the smart cup warmer will shut off after 4 hours of use, uses sealed-insulation technology to prevent splashing liquids and also fits most standard mugs!

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18. Hot Chocolate Bombs

Elevate your hot chocolate drinking experience with these Hot Chocolate bombs! Place a choco-bomb in your mug, fill the mug with warm water or your preference of milk and watch it dissolve! Best enjoyed listening to holiday tunes!

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19. Mistletoe

Yearning for a peck from your crush? Hang a mistletoe in your doorway, host a holiday party, invite the one you have eyes for, and cross your fingers (and toes) that you end up under it at the same time! Can someone say ROMANTIC?!