Want to splurge on folks this year? If you’re looking for a gift that’s on the extravagant side, but not ridiculously expensive, we’ve found some of the Best $100 Gift Ideas for Christmas 2018 (give or take $20) that will delight everyone on your list, but if you’re hell bent on busting the budget, a 2 carat diamond ring will always win the day.
This is the sort of gift you only hope to get one day. It’s such a splurge, people rarely indulge in a piece of art, but this gorgeous art glass vase could easily be the centerpiece of any room. With a fluted rim, rounded base, and a brilliantly multicolored design, this hand blown glass vase stands nearly 16 inches high.
The Cinnabar Wave Art Glass Vase is another stunning choice for someone special on your list. With brilliant waves of red, blue and green, and a clear openwork pedestal, it’s a stunner.
Arguably the hardest steel available, this Damascus steel chef’s knife is one every cook dreams of having. It has been expertly crafted from 67 Layers AUS-10 Japanese high carbon stainless steel and features a hammered finish pattern, resistant to rust and corrosion. The exquisite hammered tsuchime finish reduces drag and minimizes friction, making for cleaner cuts on any kind of food.
The handle is impervious to heat, cold and moisture, while delivering superior hand control, agility, and comfort. If you’re looking for a cleaver for large cutting and chopping jobs, this Damascus steel model from Tuo is another beauty to add to someone’s kitchen collection.
You always knew chess required fast thinking and problem solving skills, but did you know that this game also kicks the creative side of your brain into gear as well? Chess has a history going back to the 6th Century AD, and there’s a reason this challenging game is still around today. Recommended for leaders and really everyone, according to the experts at Chess.com, it helps to develop focus and calm.
This beautifully hand crafted chess set was carved in the Carpathian mountains of Europe. The folding board stores the individual pieces, which are made of Hornbeam and Sycamore, inside in individually shaped holders.
Everyone loves a delicious fried turkey, but almost no one wants to worry about the dangers of popping grease, let alone the cleanup afterward. That’s when this amazing oil-less turkey fryer from Char-Broil is a total treat. This dandy gadget uses Char-Broil’s TRU-Infrared cooking technology to deliver juicy results inside and a crispy outside every time.
It perfectly cooks chickens, turkeys, and roasts up to 16 pounds with no worry and minimal mess. Powered by propane, it’s as easy to use as your gas grill, with more predictable results. It also comes ready to go with a cooking basket with lifter, meat thermometer, lid and quick start cooking guide. Makes your mouth water, doesn’t it?
When it comes to $100 gift ideas, the Ring Video Doorbell is the perfect idea for older folks, people who live remotely and parents with latchkey kids at home alone after school. It’s actually a great idea for anyone who doesn’t like to open the door to strangers. Who can blame them? This smart doorbell alerts your phone, tablet and PC when anyone presses it or triggers the built-in motion sensors.
Check on your property with a press of a button, because this has a wide angle video camera with infrared night vision built in, so you can get on-demand video and audio any time. With two way talk, you can also speak to someone outside without ever risking security and safety. With think this is one genius idea, and it also works with Alexa and can send alerts to your Amazon devices when someone comes to the door.
Nothing starts and keeps a conversation going like a fire, but not everyone has the space to build a large stone fire pit in their backyard. That’s why this cool patio fireplace is one of our favorite $100 gift ideas. Made of sturdy steel, with a poker and spark screen cover, it’s easy to assemble and provides 360 degree viewing of the crackling fire.
The decorative cutouts on the firebox make for incredible ambiance and warmth. For just about fifteen bucks more you can get it with a cover to protect it from the weather.
Your guy doesn’t have to be a rock star or sports hero to rock a sexy gold chain. This masculine Cuban link chain delivers all that bold gold look without the high price. With a 24k gold overlay, it’s got the weight that makes it feel like solid gold at less than $100. It resists tarnishing and has a lifetime warranty. This chain comes with a sturdy lobster claw clasp that keeps it secure on the neck.
Looking for a different style? There are so many great gold chains for men that you can choose longer, lighter, solid gold, gold-filled or gold plated. It all depends on whether you plan to stick to your budget.
If you’ve been in love with the Amazon Echo Dot, this Echo spot is a giant leap forward. While it has the same Alexa enabled technology as the original Dot, it also has far-field voice recognition to watch video flash briefings, see music lyrics, weather forecasts, to-do and shopping lists, browse and listen to Audible audiobooks, and more.
The video screen is the standout, and this can connect to any of your other Amazon or Bluetooth enabled devices. The more you use Alexa, the smarter she gets, so before long you’ll be using your Echo Spot to order pizza, watch streaming video and more.
This beautiful lightweight down blanket has all the cozy warmth of a comforter, but none of that toe bending weight. It’s hypoallergenic, and filled with 550 power white duck down. This pretty blanket is satin edged for comfort near your face, and it’s smaller quilted squares keep the down from drifting to the bottom and sides of the blanket.
Your giftee will love that it’s machine washable and dryable and looks perfect under a bedspread. Get it in white or ivory, and oversized queen or oversized king, although keep in mind when you move up to king size, it’s about $50 more. I have one of these, and can vouch for just how awesome of a gift it is.
Another wonderful addition to the bedroom is a set of bamboo sheets. These will wick away moisture and keep your giftee cool all year round.
When it comes to pure wow factor, this citrine and diamond pendant necklace will leave the lady on your gift list speechless. This necklace is sterling silver, plated with 18k yellow gold. The emerald cut citrine focal stone is a whopping 8.22 carats, topped by a 0.02 carat round cut diamond. It hangs from a Y shaped bale on a delicate chain. The citrine itself is more than a half inch tall, just to give you a sense of how impressive this piece really is.
Just in case that citrine is a little too bold for her tastes, this delicate peach morganite and diamond necklace is another of our favorite $100 gift ideas for Christmas or any other special occasion. And this London Blue Topaz Sterling Silver Pendant features a focal stone that’s 9.10 carats, wrapped in a halo of sparkling cubic zirconia. This piece looks like it’s fit for the royal family, so your lady is sure to be dazzled by it.
There’s no glassmaker who has done more than Riedel to prove the point that wine tastes different depending on the glass. This gorgeous set of four port wine glasses are perfectly created out of blown lead crystal to deliver every ounce of taste along with beauty. These glasses are perfect for an after-dinner port, cognac or brandy, or use them before dinner for an aperitif.
Another great buy is the Riedel “O” Cabernet & Merlot Red Wine Set of stemless glasses. It’s a killer deal because, with this set, you pay for six glasses, but get a box of eight. A nice gift indeed.
When it comes to one of the most wished for kitchen appliances, this Cuisinart Pro seven cup food processor often tops the list. This versatile tool can mix, puree, chop, dice, shred, and help your favorite cook whip up amazing meals in so much less time. It’s so powerful, it can even knead bread dough, yet it’s got the versatility to make delicate pie crust dough as well.
Easy attachments, large and small feed tubes and a variety of blades make this food processor a hit in any kitchen, and with a three year overall warranty, with five years on the motor, you know this is a gift that will last.
When it comes to the best $100 gifts for Christmas, this DEWALT 20V compact drill driver has to be at the top of every handy person’s list. This powerful tool isn’t just for hardcore DIYers, it’s one of the most used tools in any house, making simple tasks easy. The compact size and light weight make it perfect for both men’s and women’s hands.
With two powerful 20V lithium ion batteries and a charger, there’s never a time when your giftee will be out of power. Batteries charge super fast, so even if they’re working on a big project, they’ve got power to go. The Bosch GLM 50 C Bluetooth Enabled Laser Distance Measure is another tool that gets used constantly for all kinds of household projects. It’s a perfect holiday or special occasion gift pick.
Sometimes it’s as much about blocking sound out as it is keeping great stereo sound in. That’s the beauty of these Bluetooth noise canceling headphones. Not only can you hook these headphones up to the viewing system on an airplane to watch the movie or show that is playing, but you can also connect them your devices to listen to your own music, movies and more.
In our mind, there are two important features to note – first, these are as well-rated as the far more expensive Bose noise canceling headphones, but at a quarter of the price. Second, we love the fact that you can easily tune out nosey or noisy seat mates on long flights when you really just don’t feel like talking to anyone.
One of the largest air fryers available, this Secura air fryer is meant for a big family who loves fried foods, but wants a healthier way to get them. It can fry, roast, bake, reheat or grill – it does it all, and it heats up in just three minutes. With a wide range of temperature settings from 180-400 degrees Fahrenheit, it uses convection technology to rapidly circulate heated air, which makes for super fast cooking with less grease, oil and mess.
This fryer automatically alerts you when food is done, and it has a 60 minute auto-shutoff, which is always a great safety feature. It also comes with a grilling rack and skewers, making it an even more versatile kitchen tool, and comes with a collection of recipes to get your cook started.
Got someone on your gift list with a great flatscreen TV? We bet they’ve got an awesome picture and totally lousy sound. Flatscreens have notoriously crummy speakers, which totally steals the viewing experience. This great 2.1 channel soundbar from AmazonBasics is highly rated, well priced and can be delivered almost immediately.
With full range stereo speakers, and a built-in subwoofer, big base and all the other sounds come through loud and clear. It will transform their viewing experience, and enhance any other home audio system. Bluetooth technology means seamless streaming from lots of devices. At just $100, who needs a home theater system?
Pearls never go out of style, and these creamy white pearl dangle earrings are the style your giftee will wear for decades to come. Featuring beautiful 7-7.5mm cultured freshwater pearls, they are luminous with almost an iridescent look. They dangle from 14k gold lever back mounts, so you know they’ll safely stay on her ears. You can also get these beauties with pink pearls or silvery grey pearls, which are also lovely choices.
The Pearl Source Multicolor Freshwater Pearl Strand Necklace is another pretty pearl option and it comes with a sterling silver clasp for just under $100. She’ll love the flexibility of wearing it with different pearl earrings, which would make lovely follow up gifts for her other special occasions.
There’s no need to settle for form over function, because this gorgeous dutch oven delivers both. Made of porcelain enamel coated cast iron is heat tolerant and impervious to etching. It can handle high oven temperatures up to 500 degrees and maintain even cooking inside for perfect meals every time.
Superior heat retention produces a perfect braise or expert sauté, and the vibrant enamel surface allows food to be marinated and refrigerated. And let’s just talk about good looks. This dutch oven is pretty enough to bring to the table for serving too. With a 7.5 quart capacity, it’s easy to cook for a crowd without spending all day tending to the stove.
Because dutch ovens tend to run heavy, your giftee might not want such a large one. In that case, we’d recommend the Emile Henry 4.2 quart dutch oven that weighs in at 30% less than comparable brands at similar sizes.
Got a pen lover on your gift list? This stunning German made fountain pen would be coveted by anyone who loves writing letters, journals, and more. The exterior of this pen is mean to wow, covered in gorgeous natural abalone shell with 18k gold plated accents. Because they are handmade, each pen is completely unique. This pen features a famous German made stainless steel nib for long life and even ink flow. While this is definitely a luxury for most of us, it would make a lovely and memorable gift for someone special.
Waterman also makes exquisite writing instruments like this black and gold fountain pen that comes boxed and ready for gift giving.
For the bird lover on your list, this nature-inspired gift the perfect accessory for their garden. It’s created using natural materials, and handcrafted to ensure high quality and an artistic approach. The unbreakable bowl is made of copper, which will develop a beautiful green verdigris patina over time. The 35 inch iron holder is made to look much like a tree branch which makes for charming viewing even when the birds aren’t around, although we’re sure it’s going to attract them like crazy.
If you’ve got a wineax on your gift list this year, they’ve probably been longing for a portable countertop wine cooler like this one. At less than $100, this best selling model from magic chef uses a thermoelectric cooling system to keep wine chilled to the perfect serving temperature at all times. With a six bottle capacity, it doesn’t take up a ton of room either.
The sculpted chrome shelves, glass door and interior lighting make it convenient to store and display their wine collection. It’s perfect for the wine lover with limited space.
If you’re looking for $100 gifts for the coffee lovers on your gift list, this awesome espresso and cappuccino machine from De’Longhi is a sweet deal with everything they’ll need to pull a professional level shot. It features a stainless steel boiler system, and is self priming, meaning minimum start up time from beginning to end.
The handy three-in-one filter system handles ESE pods or your own grind, and it cleans up fast and easy. With a removable water tank, your giftees can keep this baby ready to rock every morning. The advanced milk frother is easy to operate and steams milk and cream perfectly every time. You might want to splurge and get them a stainless frothing pitcher along with two shot glasses that will class up the look of their morning brewfest.
There’s nothing warmer than slipping into a down jacket, but most guys don’t want to wear a huge parka. They want something lightweight but warm, that definitely doesn’t make them look like the Michelin Man. That’s what’s so cool about this packable down jacket from Tommy Hilfiger. It’s styled right, with a close to the body fit, and full zip all the way up the neck to keep out winter’s cold.
At just about $80, it comes in both standard and tall men’s sizes, as well as 27 different colors. This cool jacket can be folded to fit into a small space in the corner of a suitcase or duffel bag, and it even comes with a carrying bag, aka. stuff sack.
Perhaps you’ve never thought about yard art as a gift for someone on your list, but it’s definitely time you did. This beautiful multicolored wind spinner is a mesmerizing addition to any outdoor space, with two rotors accented with multicolored, cone-shaped discs that spin in opposite directions when the wind blows. It’s a bit like a trip back to the 60s for those who remember those hazy days, but this spinner can make wind and weather a wonderful viewing option, even from indoors.
The metal kinetic butterfly spinner is another beautiful option, with laser cut blue and green metal butterflies twirling in opposite directions. It’s a bit more expensive, but still under that $100 price limit. The most elegant wind spinners are all made of copper, which develops a glorious patina after a few years in the weather, but they’re seriously more expensive.
There’s no need to skip the bird watching with these amazing binoculars, but they’re capable of bringing the whole world into view in amazing fashion. With high definition optics, you’ll see super sharp images thanks to the 8 magnification and 42mm objective lens. That means less difficulty clearly sighting in an image without vibration. They also give you better light transmission to bring optimum brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum.
Stargaze, watch wildlife, and never worry about the weather, because they’re nitrogen sealed to be waterproof and fog proof which means they’ll perform even under the most extreme conditions. The rubberized armor coating gives your hands a great grip, so drops are less risky as well.
Let everyone else buy them adult coloring books and doodle pads, because you’re going to knock it out of the park with this 150 pencil set from Prismacolor. If you’ve never played with these pencils, you can’t imagine what it feels like when think color literally washes over a page. These gorgeous pencils are made for an artist, or one in the making, because just using them inspires creativity.
They contain high quality pigments for rich color saturation and feature soft, thick cores which create a smooth color lay-down for superior blending and shading, plus the thick leads resist breakage. They come in an organizer of their own, so they won’t get mixed in with the kids’ art supplies. Just in case you’re feeling flush, buy your giftee a high quality sketch pad to get started.
Every household needs a good sewing machine, but they used to be such a major expense it was hard to afford one. Well, this machine from Brother is not only affordable, but it’s award winning. Customize styles with 50 built-in clothing, decorative, heirloom and quilting stitches. Plus it has a free arm making hems and cuffs a breeze. And button holes? It has five easy options.
This sewing machine makes designer sewing and finishing simple, with six specialty feet, accompanying stitches, and specialty needles. Enjoy designer features for blind hems, zippers, overcasting edges, sewing on buttons, knits and stretch fabrics, twin needle top stitching, and more. This affordable machine won the 2019 Women’s Choice Award for excellence.
A beautiful wooden box is a lovely gift for any man or woman to keep all their personal things in one safe place. Whether it sits on a dresser or desk, this beautiful handmade walnut box can keep your wallet and keys, precious pieces of jewelry or any other important treasures in one central spot.
Made with sustainably sourced wood, it is laser etched with Ginko leaves, that represent many things in different cultures, from endurance and vitality in Japan to hope and peace in China.
This 36 inch windchime is the perfect complement to any home. Just the slightest breeze will leave it tinkling out a soul soothing song that’s unique every time. Hand tuned to the scale of E, it resonates sweet music ongoingly, and it’s built to withstand outdoor weather. Depending on your giftee’s outdoor decor, you can get delightful windchime in six different colors.
You might think about getting them an artful plant bracket from which to hang their chimes. It’s just under $15 and has a beautifully organic feel to it.
There’s hardly anything more indulgent than a luxurious bath, and this gorgeous large spa basket delivers all the goodness of going out, while staying in. It contains everything she’ll need to pamper her body including body oil, hand cream, a soap sampler, body wash, bath salts and a loofah, along with slippers and a microfober hair towel. The bath products are deliciously scented with lavender and vanilla, and the beautiful wooden can be reused for lots of things once emptied.
Having a bike computer makes riding so much more fun. Whether you’re rockin’ your roadie, or crushing it on your mountie, this GPS enabled bike computer can challenge you to push yourself to work harder. Strava compatible, your cyclist can brag up their rides, with the evidence to back up their bold claims.
Because riding is more than just about speed and distance (sort of) this bike computer support all brands of other fitness trackers with ANT+ sensor, a heart rate monitor and cadence sensor. Your cycling giftee is gonna love it.
Everyone loves finding a treasure. But this might make the person on your gift list become an active treasure hunter. This cool metal detector is ideal for detecting treasure in extreme ground conditions finding interesting metal objects buried up to three feet deep. A sensitive control distinguishes between targets and unwanted metal with three settings that seek and find the most desired stuff.
If you really want to splurge, get them the carry bag, pinpointer, headphones and combo kit that makes treasure hunting even more inspiring.
Christmas shopping is pretty much a walk in the park when you choose this pretty picnic cooler and basket combo for someone special on your list. This luxury picnic hamper features service for four, including sturdy melamine plates, wine glasses, stainless steel cutlery, and napkins. The elegant basket itself is a leakproof cooler that will keep your picnic goodies cold for hours. With an easy access panel to store your wine or other beverages, a wooden cutting board and cheese knife, this basket will up the ante for classier picnics to come.
If you’re looking for a more traditional willow picnic basket, the HappyPicnic Huntsman features a unique shape with a top opening and all the necessities for a gathering of four people, and it includes a sturdy canvas picnic blanket with a waterproof backing to keep bottoms dry when they’re dining. The Sunflora Picnic Backpack is the ideal gift idea for someone who loves to hike and camp as it’s more easily carried with the weight situated evenly over the back.
This super unique gift is a self-cleaning fish tank that grows organic microgreens on top. This tank is a scaled-down aquaponics system, in which the fish waste fertilizes the plants and the plants clean the water for the fish. The symbiotic relationship between the two is a great way to teach kids about both.
Since microgreens are super nutritious, it’s fun and tasty to use them in smoothies or salads. This kit comes with everything they’ll need to get started. They simply pick out a fun fishy friend for the tank (there’s a coupon included with this kit by the way) and in ten days they’ll start to see their greens sprouting on top. To keep them growing ongoingly, and make sure their fish are healthy, this refill kit gives them both sprout seeds and water supplements.
There’s nothing quite as classic in the backyard or on a covered porch or patio than some beautiful wooden adirondack chairs. This two pack contains two of them, made of solid fir, and ready to be stained or painted to create a custom look. For comfort, you can’t beat them, and for looks, they’re so much nicer than those plastic kinds you find at the big box stores.
Rustproof hardware offers years of maintenance-free use, and you can always buy them some outdoor chair cushions for their next birthday, or another special occasion.
Looking for Christmas gifts for $100? These fit the bill, and are all in that range, give or take twenty bucks.
