30 Gifts for Grandparents That Aren’t Just Slippers and Tea (Although We Love Those, Too)

Your “thank you” card is already in the mail.

Whether you see Grandma and Grandpa frequently or they’re more of a once-a-year, postcard or holiday visit presence, the warmth and love of an extended family can be, well, heartwarming. Giving them a holiday gift can be heartwarming, too… if you can find the right one.

Because let’s face it—what do you get the people who claim they already have everything?! Another pair of slippers feels like a cop-out, and you’re pretty sure the last scented candle you gifted is still in the box. No pressure, but this year could be your chance to become the grandkid MVP—if you can steer clear of the usual suspects.

Luckily, we’ve rounded up options that are practical, thoughtful, and won’t scream, “I bought this at the last minute.” From tech gadgets they never knew they needed to nostalgic gifts that’ll make them misty-eyed (in a good way), this list has something to remind Grandma and Grandpa that you’re thinking of them.

Best gifts for grandparents, at a glance:

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug, $130
“How to Age Disgracefully” by Claire Pooley, $23
Jiggy Personalized Puzzle, $50
We’re Not Really Strangers Card Game, $25
Beautiful by Drew Barrymore 10-Inch Enameled Cast Iron Heart Skillet, $40
Sharper Image Home Luxury Towel Warmer, $163

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30 Gifts for Grandparents That Aren’t Just Slippers and Tea (Although We Love Those, Too)

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug — $130.00

For the tea or coffee lover, consider giving them a tech upgrade with this swanky temperature-controlled mug that can keep their beverage at their exact preferred heat for up to 80 minutes. Even if they’re not so phone savvy, fear not: this writer bought this mug for her 86-year-old grandmother and just set the controls on her own app before letting it loose (and you can also forgo the app entirely).

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unHide Lil’ Marsh Blanket — $49.00

Crafted from ultra-plush vegan fur, this indulgent blanket is frankly blissful, with a chinchilla-esque outer side and velvety inner. It’s machine washable, easy to cart around (so would make a fab plane blanket, for example), and comes in nine colorways and two additional sizes. Shop for the grandparent who’s “always cold” (despite the thermostat being set to 85°F ) or anyone who wants a little coziness.