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You'll truly earn your BFF title when you surprise them with these flowers that never die and these colorful wine glasses.

Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes. 

Promising review: "This is such a great candle that fills the room quickly with a really nice, strong smell that is soothing and relaxing. I was looking for a less expensive Le Labo Santal 33 scent candle, and this one is very, very close! It's a bit stronger, but I love it! The shipment arrived fast, and I just love how fast it fills up the room without being lit for so long!" —Cristina Bertolotto

Get it from Amazon for $19.95+ (available in five sizes, gift box options, packs of two, and a variety of scents).  

Promising review: "The quality of the craftsmanship is incredible, clean, and just stunning. It is also a great hairbrush; the bristles feel like a scalp massage. Highly recommend this seller!" —Laurie

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in six brush colors and seven rhinestone colors, or rainbow rhinestones). 

Check out a TikTok of the cheese slicer in action. 

Promising review: "My mother-in-law had purchased one last year, and I tried hers at Christmas and fell in love with how easy it was to use. We have a lot of get-togethers with friends, and cheese is a staple appetizer in our house. So, I purchased my own and have been using it weekly since. It cuts easily and is mostly easy to clean. Sometimes cheese gets stuck in the crack, but some scrubbing with a small brush usually does the trick." —Jessica

Promising review: "Honestly, I saw this tarot deck and thought I needed this for ha ha’s. But man. This deck’s images are hilarious. It’s so much fun, and I felt so drawn to it as soon as it was in my hands. I am smitten with these kittens. 😍 10,000% worth the purchase!" —Kathryn Taniyo

Promising review: "This is a thoughtful, beautiful gift! Beautiful and useful! My daughter was so excited over a bookmark?? Will be repurchasing for gifts!" —erikasasha

Get it from Amazon for $5.99 (available in four styles and letters A–Z).

Ban.do is a US-based small business that specializes in quirky accessories, home products, and stationery. 

Emma Lord on the BuzzFeed Shopping team says: "This vase is so quirky and ADORABLE — every time I see it in my living room, it makes my heart happy. I am on a mission to make my living room space as un-boring as possible, and this may be a small piece, but it's got a BIG personality. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun piece of decor! 

The Wine Savant is a New York-based small business established in 2017 that specializes in unique quality drinkware and accessories. 

Check out a TikTok of the rainbow wineglasses in action. 

Promising review: "Love these! Wasn’t ready to splurge on Estelle stemmed glasses, so I got these instead. I’ve run them through the dishwasher once so far, and they held up fine. Glass is thin near the top, which I love in a wineglass. I would recommend!" —Tricia

Get a set of six from Amazon for $49.95 (available in nine other styles). 

Check out a TikTok of the ring-holding necklace in action. 

Emily C is a small business that specializes in innovative, unique jewelry. 

Promising review: "I work in healthcare and don’t wear my ring on my finger for fear the gloves will loosen the diamond. This necklace is perfect, so I’m still able to 'wear' my wedding ring every day! I’ve gotten so many compliments on how pretty and clever the necklace is!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $54.95 (available in six styles). 

Paola Brown Shop is a Texas-based Etsy shop established in 2012 that specializes in personalized and seasonal gifts. 

Here's what fellow BuzzFeeder Heather Braga has to say about this small biz: "My friend has one of these custom nameplates (pictured above, left) and as soon as she showed it to me, I *knew* I needed one. She loves that it's not just a sticker — it's acrylic — so it won't simply fall off. I ordered one immediately... it arrived swiftly and in perfect condition. I adore the way it adds some exciting pizzazz to my cup without actually being a permanent addition. It's totally not a necessary item, but it definitely sparks joy and makes me smile."

Get it from Paola Brown Shop on Etsy for $11.79 (available in many plate styles, two sizes, and 12 font colors).

Promising review: "Keep this on my desk to snack on M&Ms. It’s perfect for smaller sized candy. Love the color. Glad it fits in with my aesthetic." —Dunn

Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in four colors).   

Helpfully, this book measures in grams *and* tablespoons, so you can bake however you prefer. 

Get it from Amazon for $14.32 or Bookshop (to support local bookstores) for $23.29. 

Promising review: "Awesome little thing. Guests are immediately interested in it. If they are intoxicated, they are afraid that sorcery may be involved. I'm not sure how to convince them otherwise." —Nick E

Get it from Amazon for $65.99 (available in two finishes).

Sierra Designs Studio is a small business based in Texas and has a variety of cards, wine labels, pictures, and other personalized gifts to choose from.

Promising review: "I ordered this for my best friend’s birthday. 🎉 She absolutely LOVED 🥰 IT!! It arrived before her birthday, which was perfect!! I couldn’t be happier!!" —Sherry McMillion

Get it from Sierra Designs Studio on Etsy for $14+ (available in a digital print or two physical print sizes and with full customization capabilities). 

Promising review: "This is a fantastic Lego. Realistic and beautiful. Be ready for compliments on how awesome it is. Typical Lego quality with excellent instructions and high-quality pieces. Easy to assemble for all ages (my 7-year-old built it for my wife as a Mother’s Day gift). As is typical for Lego, the pieces all fit well and height and vibrant. This is part of their botanicals collection, which includes succulents, bonsai trees, flowers, etc. Great for Lego aficionados, orchid lovers, or just about anyone. A must-have from the Lego brand, in my opinion." —Wisco Fam

This Asian-owned small business was co-founded by Justine Tiu and is based in NYC. The shop is known for its *fab* educational customer service and its adorable crochet kits. 

Promising review: "After seeing these all over, I knew I had to buy one for the crochet lover in my life. Even very experienced-in-crochet people find this relaxing and enjoyable as a fun side project on a rainy day. Because they had prior experience, they did not need the video instructions and were able to complete the Wooble using only the written instructions. They often commented on the quality and ease of completing this kit. Thinking about trying it out myself now!" —Morgan K

Promising review: "I already love to crochet, but got this as a gift for a newbie. Let's just say she's now hooked on the craft (see what I did there?) and is now developing a yarn problem." —Honest Reviewer

Get the bunny crochet kit from Amazon for $29.99 (available in other styles, including a beginner bundle with four kits).

And 3% of your purchase goes to the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), an organization dedicated to the protection of our national parks.

Note: The bottle is dishwasher safe, and the company says the stickers are waterproof, but reviewers say you may still want to hand wash.

Promising review: "I bought this one as a gift for a friend who loves going to national parks! I have another one like this myself, and people literally stop me at grocery stores to ask me where it's from. I take it everywhere with me, and it's super durable." —Kristie Lam

Get it from Amazon for $37.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "I love this board because it's the same one they use in Europe. The French always use these boards with a special cutting knife. Very authentic, very European." —Concerned27

Promising review: "I bought this because the board I had just wasn’t big enough for hosting a gathering. This one is perfect! It’s well made, love the engraving of the different types of cheese and the drawer built in for the serving utensils." —elizabeth

Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in 10 styles). 

Promising review: “It's a unique and well-made item. Very cute too! This is a great gift idea for a family wine lover! He loved it and looks forward to serving cheese on it at our next wine get-together.” —Betschind

Get it from Uncommon Goods for $24 (available in two colors)

You can remotely adjust the temperature to get it just right (using an app), and you can also select a personalized LED color.

Promising review: "My coffee never tasted better. I am spoiled. I can’t have a cup of coffee without using my Ember mug. I have two Ember mugs, one for work and the second one for the weekend. Now, I‘m saving to purchase an Ember travel mug for commuting. It’s truly a must-have. You don’t know what you’re missing until you have an Ember mug. Yes, it’s costly but worth saving for it." —Cat47

Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in six colors and two sizes).

Promising review: "I love these slippers! With two big dogs who follow me around like my clumsy entourage, I must protect my feet from being trampled on. They are fluffy, but don't shed, and the rubber soles keep me from slipping on the water they drip on the hard floors. Even my Gen Z daughter liked them, so I bought her a pair as a surprise gift, and she commented on how comfortable the memory foam was. So, at this price point, I bought two more pairs as holiday gifts." —JDSAustin

Get them from Amazon for $29.99 (available in women's sizes 5–12, two styles, and 15 colors).

Promising review: "This comes in a set of two. I have one in my bedroom, a vanity mirror, as well as one in my bathroom mirror. I look at this, and I read it, and I know that I am beautiful. I'm enough, and I can do anything. Absolutely love it. A great affirmation to start your workday and at night. 💓" —ash

Get a set of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in four colors). 

It comes with nine types of Chai and Black teas, including Roasted Darjeeling, Classic English Breakfast, Earl Grey Citrus, and more!

Promising review: "All Vahdam teas are excellent. If you are a tea lover and you haven’t tried Vahdam, you’re missing out! This set is particularly nice for gifting. It’s beautiful." —Jen

Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three options).

Promising review: "You can’t go wrong with the Icon glassware. Perfect-sized, beautiful, and having some weight to it, I love to gift these as housewarming gifts to friends and family." —EmPars

Get it from Anthropologie for $16 (available in eight styles). 

Get it from Mark & Graham for $69+ (available in two styles, 28 colors, and 10 fonts for personalization). 

This set includes Ardor chili olive oil, Rosette garlic olive oil, Lucid lemon olive oil, and Arise basil olive oil.

Brightland is a WOC-owned small business that sources olives for its oils from a family-run farm in California. 

Promising review: "Ordered four different olive oils after trying the chili oil we received as a gift. We've used the basil in salad dressings, the lemon and chili oil in other various dishes, and can't wait to try the garlic oil. These are by far my favorite oils, which I will gift to friends and family during the upcoming holiday season. We are hooked!" —Laura B.

Get it from Brightland or Amazon for $170. 

City Bonfires is a small business based in Maryland that helps you enjoy a bonfire no matter where you are. It's made with soy wax that's safe to cook on.

Promising review: "We love our city bonfire! This kit was a perfect gift, and our kids loved having s’mores out back. We have used it many times and appreciate that we can use it in our small townhome backyard." —Maura B.

The mini board comes with four double-sided magnets.

Promising review: "It's very cute, and I love that it's a functional piece for my desk space that doesn't take up too much room. It comes with double-sided magnets too, which is a fun bonus." —Maria M.

Get it from Amazon for $16 (available in two colors).

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Reviews for this article have been edited for length and/or clarity. 

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