Looking for a new activity, or some amazing finds to add to your Christmas list this quarantine holiday season? Well, I’ve got you covered with the three amazing items mentioned in this post, with each being a great present either to receive or give. Keep on reading to discover a potential quarantine hobby, an essential addition to your wish list, or maybe even one of your next favorite items for yourself, a friend or a family member!
First up, the Keurig K-Mini iced coffee machine has been one of the most useful and cost effective products I have invested in since the beginning of the pandemic. As opposed to spending a few dollars each and every day on an iced coffee from Dunkin’ Donuts or Starbucks, this one time purchase will save you money in the long run! It is quick and easy to use as it only requires disposable coffee pods that are easily inserted into the tiny cup holder, and promptly poured into your coffee cup over chilled ice. Additionally, you can choose to add syrup for additional sweetness in many delicious flavors such as french vanilla, caramel, hazelnut, and even pumpkin spice and peppermint to celebrate the festive holiday season. Following this, adding just a splash of milk will eliminate any bitterness, and create a taste extremely similar to any coffee shop you may visit. Not only is this purchase, found at Target or on Amazon, extremely economical, it is unique, fun, and creative, as you will soon discover your favorite blend of flavors. To expand on this, my personal favorite drink I have created recently was a cold brew iced coffee with a splash of whole milk, and one pump of both peppermint and french vanilla syrup, topped off with whipped cream. It was super delicious, and overall, I would highly recommend investing in this one time purchase to experiment with creating delicious coffee at home, while also saving your bank account!
Next up is the OLEBR brand 3 in 1 charging dock, used to simultaneously charge your iPhone, Airpods, and Apple Watch. This item is great, as it is simple to use, and more economical to bring on road trips and even on vacation, as it only uses one plug to charge up to 3 devices. It comes in four colors, black, white, gold, and rose gold, and is sold on Amazon for only $26, which is less expensive than a single charging cord at Apple. This would be a great item to add to your Christmas list, as it has been a lifesaver when both my iPhone and Airpods are running low on battery power, and only one outlet is available. In addition to this, multiple friends or family members can utilize this charging station all at once. For example, my mom charges her Apple Watch while I charge both my iPhone and Airpods when we travel together, creating a quick and easy charging arrangement on the go. Also, not only is this purchase extremely affordable and convenient, it can also act as a stand for your iPhone when watching your favorite Netflix shows, checking social media, or shopping online. For all of these reasons and more, I would highly recommend the 3 in 1 charging stand for all individuals looking for a quick and easy charging solution.
Up last, the Threshold Faux Rabbit Fur Throw Pillow sold at Target is essential to a long and peaceful night’s sleep during these chilly winter months. Although it is intended only as a decoration for either a bed or couch, I have found this pillow to be my favorite for sleeping, especially as temperatures drop below freezing. It is super soft and fluffy, so much so that I stumbled upon it accidentally, while running errands with my mom and just had to purchase it. This is due to the fact that it is softer and more comfortable than any pillow I have ever owned, as well as the fact that the creme-white color I purchased ties in beautifully with the relaxing, cool-toned theme of my bedroom. Furthermore, this pillow comes in six different colors to match any vibe, as well as a small and large version to mix in with your existing bedroom decor. Although I have not utilized it according to its intended use, I would definitely recommend this pillow for anyone looking to achieve a cozy atmosphere in any space within their house, and especially for anyone looking for a new pillow to maximize comfort for a peaceful night of sleep!
Overall, I hope these suggestions are useful in creating or adding to your Christmas wish list, or even as gifts to brighten the holiday season for all of your family and friends. I know I have certainly enjoyed using all of these items, and if you decide to try them out I hope you do as well!
-Kelsey 🙂
Hi Kelsey, I’m so happy I came across your blog post. Every December, I struggle so much with making a Christmas list because I never know what I need or want. I even have a random wishlist in the notes app on my iphone to keep track of random things I think of throughout the year, so that by gift-giving/receiving season, I’ll have some ideas. I really like the iced coffee machine that you brought up! I feel like I spent so much unnecessary money on Starbucks and Dunkin yearly, and I could definitely save so much money by making it myself at home.
Hey Kelsey! Every year I tend to struggle with ideas to put on my christmas wish list as well as ideas to get my friends and family. I appreciate your post because the three items that you mentioned are all things that I would love to add to my list/that any of my friends would love as well. I love iced coffee and that machine is so cute, so I hope to possibly receive that as a gift:)
Hey Kelsey!
I always have a super hard time coming up with Christmas ideas, and your post was at the perfect time! As a coffee addict myself, I am definitely gonna have to look into the Keurig because I am guilty of spending way too much money at Dunkin Donuts. Especially now with covid, I feel like it could save me a ton of money. Meanwhile, I think the charging dock is a super cool idea as well because I am always struggling to manage the time charging my airpods/phone, so this would be a great idea as well. Thanks so much for these gift ideas!
Kelsey, thank you so much for this list of ideas! I always struggle with deciding what I want, it seems as if I always things throughout the year but never during Christmas time. I love the Keurig idea, I had no idea there were mini ones. These ideas are so thoughtful and simple! 🙂