Let's face it, we cherish our friends and family dearly, but they can be an absolute pain to shop for. That's where the Etsy Christmas sale comes in to save the day.
For example, we love our Uncle Dave, but how many times can we buy him a shaving kit or gift card to WHSmith before we collectively lose our minds? Christmas gifts don't have to be boring—in fact, they can be weird, kooky, and downright strange, making them memorable for years to come.
This month's trend on TikTok seems to be finding the more bizarre holiday gifts, and the top website for these one-of-a-kind presents is Etsy. Etsy is the go to for all things handmade, with incredible small businesses creating unique Christmas gifts that won't break the bank.
Our team at Gathered went down the TikTok rabbit hole to find the top recommended Etsy Christmas sale gifts that will blow your friends and family away this Christmas. Up to 60% off? Count us in!
The best Etsy Christmas sale gifts, at a glance...
25% off: Seashell Martini Glasses, £28 NOW £21
So, we welcome you to Gathered's guide to 19 of the kookiest gifts you can shop in the Etsy Christmas sale – from crochet book sleeves for your bookworm niece, to a personalised house plate for the mother-in-law that has it all. There are no shaving kits in sight – only a custom book embosser for Uncle Dave. He'll absolutely love it.
19 of the kookiest gifts to shop in the Etsy Christmas sale
1. Seashell Martini Glasses
25% off: Buy from Etsy for £28 NOW £21
For your classiest friends, these Seashell Glasses, created by Etsy shop DIYSilverStore, make a stunning addition to any dinner table. Reviews rave about how beautiful and sturdy these handcrafted glasses are.
25% off: Buy from Etsy for £28 NOW £21
2. Custom Library Book Embosser
56% off: Buy from Etsy for £60 NOW £26
For the relative who's always buried in a book, this gift will mean everything. Embossing their collection with their name and a unique design will be sure to make their faces light up on Christmas Day.
56% off: Buy from Etsy for £60 NOW £26
3. Custom Vintage Pet T-Shirt
35% off: Buy from Etsy for £50 NOW £33
Every pet owner needs this shirt, immediately. Inspired by 90s vintage t-shirt designs, these tees from shop SChouseByDaniel can be customised with pictures and the name of one's beloved furry friend.
35% off: Buy from Etsy for £50 NOW £33
4. Crochet Book Sleeve
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £27 NOW £22
Level up your typical bookmark purchase for your friend by gifting them a book sleeve instead. Keeping their novel safe and snuggly, this crochet design is a showstopper.
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £27 NOW £22
5. Custom Home Portrait Plate
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £94 NOW £84
A perfect gift for the mother-in-law, you can guarantee they don't have one of these yet. Personalised with their family name and portrait of their home, reviews praise its detail and workmanship.
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £94 NOW £84
6. Handwritten Recipe Cutting Board
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £39 NOW £35
Want to preserve a beloved family recipe forever? These engraved chopping boards, featuring the exact handwriting of your loved one’s recipe, are a beautiful and meaningful way to do so.
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £39 NOW £35
7. Custom Vinyl Record, 90 Minutes Double 12" LP
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £148 NOW £133
For the music-heads in your life, personalise a vinyl record especially for them. As well as choosing the tracks, you can customise the vinyl cover, adding your own photos if you wish.
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £148 NOW £133
8. Create Your Own Charm Necklace
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £19.99 NOW £15.99
For the younger generation, charm necklaces are at the top of the Christmas list. For your Gen-Z relative, shop this customisable necklace, where you can add up to 21 charms that represent their interests.
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £19.99 NOW £15.99
9. Custom Pet Portrait Ring
30% off: Buy from Etsy for £28 NOW £19
Perhaps the strangest gift you can give your relatives this Christmas – a ring with their pet's face on it. However, we can guarantee it'll be their favourite present of the bunch. Trust us on that.
30% off: Buy from Etsy for £28 NOW £19
10. Handmade Turkish Brass Grinders
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £81 NOW £65
If your friend loves to cook, they probably have all the kitchen gadgets imaginable. But we're sure they don't have a gorgeous Turkish brass salt and pepper grinder set.
20% off: Buy from Etsy for £81 NOW £65
11. Coffee-Scented Espresso Martini Candle
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £21 NOW £19
Not only does this cocktail-themed candle from shop SugarAndBirchCandles look stunning as a display piece, but it smell good, too. Handcrafted with natural 100% soy wax, it would make a beautiful and fragrant addition to any home.
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £21 NOW £19
12. Custom Matchbox Design
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £34 NOW £29
A level of adulthood none of us have reached yet is owning a matchbox design to give out to friends. Perfect for parties or weddings, this digital design can be then sent to a wholesale company to print.
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £34 NOW £28
13. Custom Monogram Cocktail Napkins
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £29 NOW £25
Elevate your hosting game with a set of personalised cocktail napkins. Customisable with illustrations, monograms, dates, or any combination, they're a sophisticated gift for anyone.
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £29 NOW £25
14. Paris Eiffel Tower View at Night Fashion Poster
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £12 NOW £6
For your loved one who is a fan of all things fashion, this Parisian-themed poster will be a knockout. You can buy from sizes A5 all the way up to A3, and then up to 20 x 30 inches.
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £12 NOW £6
15. Ceramic Fortune Cookies, Set Of 2
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £49 NOW £41
A totally unique gift that is sure to be the kookiest of the lot, are these ceramic fortune cookies. One review notes: 'They are amazing little gifts and you can write whatever you like on the fortune messages.'
15% off: Buy from Etsy for £49 NOW £41
16. Personalised Initial Ruffle Apron
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £35 NOW £17
Now half-price in the Etsy Christmas sale, these personalised aprons are the perfect gift for the baker in your life. You can customise the colour, as well as the design of the initial on the front.
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £35 NOW £17
17. Oyster Still Life Oil Painting
25% off: Buy from Etsy for £36 NOW £27
Oyster still-life artwork is trending all over the internet as the perfect painting for your kitchen or dining space. Elegant and beautiful to look at, this one from OlyaArtStudio is available at a great price.
25% off: Buy from Etsy for £36 NOW £27
18. Pink Quilted Floral Tote Bag with Ruffles
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £78 NOW £39
You can never go wrong with a tote bag for a gift, and this quilted, ruffled number is sure to make a statement. It's made from eco-friendly cotton and can be made in a specific size if you wish.
50% off: Buy from Etsy for £78 NOW £39
19. The Moth MINI Dreamer Art
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £39 NOW £35
Our final gift is especially strange, and a perfect option for those who love interesting art pieces. Inspired by dark academia, all of FayeNiche's products are show-stoppers. We recommend having a browse.
10% off: Buy from Etsy for £39 NOW £35
Try something new with a yarn advent calendar
Now that your Christmas presents are sorted, it's time to get yourself an advent calendar. As much as we love chocolate, there's one thing we love even more: yarn!
Why not try something outside the box and treat yourself to a yarn advent calendar?
