Buying a Christmas or holiday gift for a boyfriend who’s hard to buy for can be tricky, so I’ve put these Christmas gift ideas to get you started. Think along the lines of sentimental gifts or useful gifts, and you’ll probably be safe! If he has hobbies that he’s really into you can get him something related to that, but be careful because sometimes the things he needs for those are going to be really specific. Going for a more general gift might be your best bet.
If he has hobbies it will make it easier to find something good, but shopping with the Artisan Shopping Directory members will eliminate the possibility that he’s already bought it for himself. Since our members are home-based businesses who create a lot of our own designs and products, we can make unique items that run the gamut from useful and utilitarian to keepsake quality.
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Funny golf towels.
This funny golf towel is a good (and useful) gift for a guy who plays golf. If he’s really sensitive about how terrible his game is this might not be the best choice, but if he has a good sense of humor it will be a hit!
Custom golf gear.
If you don’t want to take a chance on the funny golf towel, get him a nice one with his name on it. These can be personalized in our Zazzle shop.
Monogrammed playing cards.
These stylish monogrammed playing cards can be personalized with his initial, and they would make a nice stocking stuffer gift for someone who likes to play cards.
Truthful mug.
Let’s just cut to the chase and tell the truth, or at least make people wonder what you’re up to. This whiskey mug is a cute gift for a guy who does like keeping people on their toes.
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Dragon scales pendant.
Delight the boyfriend who immerses himself in countless DnD quests or has a deep fascination with dragons and reptiles.
This dragon scale vertical bar necklace from RavynEdge combines his love for fantasy with a sleek and stylish accessory and becomes the ultimate birthday gift that celebrates his passions.
Rustic pillow covers.
Dress up his apartment with these upcycled pillow covers from Pine and Wool Home. They’re officially licensed by Pendleton to use their blankets to make pillow covers, and they’ll give your boyfriend’s sofa an upgrade.
Wire-wrapped pendant.
This distinctive Labradorite wire wrapped pendant by BX Jewels Scotland is designed in a strong Viking style which looks fabulous.
Custom grilling apron.
This personalizable apron would be a good gift for any boyfriend who likes to work in the kitchen, or who things he’s the grillmaster. Add his name at checkout on Zazzle, and he’ll appreciate the sentiment and the useful gift.
Passive phone amplifier.
This passive phone amplifier is handmade in Ireland from dark wenge and light maple, and they fit any smartphone up to 79mm wide and 12mm thickness. This is a great gift for anyone, and since it’s small and useful, a boyfriend who says he doesn’t want anything won’t be mad to get it.
Handcrafted tie pin.
She has a line of men’s jewelry including pendants and tie pins that would work for both casual and formal wear. Check them out here in her Etsy shop.
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Valet tray or dice tray.
For that boyfriend who loves to roll the dice with the guys or the one who always loses his phone and keys. Get him organized with this high quality valet /dice tray from Kailey’s Monogram.
Audible membership.
If your boyfriend prefers audiobooks to real books, you could get him a gift membership to Audible on Amazon. They have a ton of podcasts and audiobooks that he could listen to while he’s at the gym or commuting to work.
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One-Of-A-Kind trinket dish.
Cheryl Kumiski Glass has a men’s gifts section in her Etsy shop that has items like this one-of-a-kind dichroic glass trinket dish.
This would be great as a key dish or a coin dish for a dresser or desk.
Sentimental wood sign.
This little freestanding wood sign from Daisy Thirteen is a loving reminder of how you feel about your boyfriend. It would be a nice addition to a home office or a bedroom.
A custom cornhole set.
If your guy likes to get together with friends to barbecue and hang out, this customizable cornhole set would be a good choice that he could use with friends. It’s fun for a backyard party or a game room if he has the space inside.
Keepsake personalized handkerchief.
Write your boyfriend a love note to tell him just what he means to you, and have that note made permanent in embroidery on this custom handwriting handkerchief from Memory Thread Co.
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Fun retro posters.
This deliciously retro wrestling poster from French Vintage Prints would be perfect for your boyfriend’s apartment or man cave.
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Patriotic flag sign.
Make a statement with this 5ft wide American Flag from Home Branded. Perfect for his man cave or even in his living room.
Kentucky bottle opener.
Anything from Kentucky makes a great gift, but a wall mounted bottle opener from Home Branded might be the best one.