12 cool holiday gift box ideas for everyone on your list

If you’re stressing about finding the perfect holiday gift for someone on your list, we get it. One terrific idea you may not have considered: Cratejoy. We’ve been recommending them for years, because they offer a massive selection of thoughtful holiday gift boxes and subscription gifts that go beyond what you might expect, and they all suppor the small indie businesses we love helping this time of year.

We’ve been fans for a long time, so we’ve put together a few of our favorites to help you with some of the people on your holiday gift list who you might still be searching for.

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Why We Love Cratejoy Gift Boxes for the Holidays

Known for their incredible selection of everything from gourmet treats to spa baskets, cocktail kits to collector items for super-fans, you’ll find something perfect for Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year, or whatever you might be celebrating. Plus, huge discount codes right now!

With that…let’s get to the gift ideas!

For Kids or Kids at Heart: The Baking Fun Gift Box

We love the non-denominational Baking Fun Gift Box from Red Velvet NYC, which includes all the incredients to make “delicious, Pinterest-perfect desserts.” Though we might call them “TikTok-perfect” if you want to get the kids excited. You can send a single box, or a subscription for up to 12 months Get 25% off your total purchase with code CJSAVE25. 

Also see: The Monthly Baking Kit from Bake Eat Love, which is just a wee bit more sophisticated and a wonderful gift idea for teens.

Related: 25 cool gifts for teens this holiday — that kinda make you look cool too

For a Favorite Fun Couple: Zero-Proof Mocktail/Cocktail Kit

The Raising the Bar Cocktail Kit is such a cool gift for adults who make their own night out — staying in! It includes  well-sourced ingredients to craft unique cocktail or recipes and up, and they can choose to add their own booze or keep it alcohol-free. Send a single box, or make it a subscription.  Use code HALFOFF for 50% off the first box with a 3-month subscription or longer. 

Also see: The Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Kit, which we’ve recommended for years.

For A Woman Who Needs a Little Down Time: Looseleaf Tea of the Month Gift Box

Basically every woman we know seems to fit this description right now, so this super affordable Looseleaf Tea Gift Box from Simplicity Teas could be a fabulous gift for lots of people on your list — from a best friend to a favorite co-worker, your hard-to-shop-for mother-in-law, or a babysitter or teacher who’s gone out of her way for your family this year. And it starts at just $15 a box for one month! Use CRATEJOY10 for 10% off your first box

Also see: The The Personalized Tea Blend Subscription from Tea Favors, which is not only super affordable, if you buy a 6-month subscription your first box is free.

For a Guy Who Loves His Gadgets and Gear: The Man Box

A gift box of treats can take all different forms, right? We love this Manbox Gift Crate, which truly delivers in every way. He’ll get 5 super cool men’s essentials in each box that include health/grooming goodies, tech gadgets, and…survival items? Well, who knows what 2025 will bring. Use code HALFOFF for 50% off your first box with a 3-month or longer subscription. 

Also see: The BreoBox gift box is a HUGE favorite of ours around here! Check out our unboxing from this summer to see what’s in the box.

Related: 20 very cool personalized gifts for adults to make things extra special this year

A Thank You Gift For an Incredible Host or Hostess: A French Macarons Box

If you need to bring a gift to someone’s home, or send an impressive thank you after a holiday party or weekend stay to remember, the Phivi French Macarons Gift Box is just perfect. It’s one of those gift boxes at Cratejoy that we would not say no to one of these ourselves!

Also see: Phivi also makes a Gourmet Vegan Dessert Box with cakes, brownies, cookies and  more — perfect for vegans or anyone who’s dairy-free.

For a Happy, Merry, Peaceful Everything: A Succulent Gift Box

While there are tons of holiday-themed floral arrangements on the site, we love this Succulent Gift Box, which is a thoughtful gift for Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s, the Winter Solstice — anything your loved one is celebrating. We know college students who would love one of these, but it would be just as happy nestled in the home of a grandparent, a beloved friend, or a dear neighbor. Send a single box or order a subscription — the plants make them think of you even when the holidays are long gone. Use code VERINT30 for 30% off your first box

Also see: The Anthurium Red Flamingo Flower is vibrant and red, and a little less expected than a poinsettia.

Happy gifting, friends!