The “Gorgeous” Personalized Glasses I’m Buying Everyone for the Holidays This Year

Uncommon Goods is one of our all-time favorite places to shop for fun gifts (and for ourselves, of course). This Brooklyn-based online retailer has hundreds of creative, unique kitchen gifts under $50 (although you’d never know it). Here, you’ll find a wide variety of unique, wallet-friendly finds for everyone on your list, including snackers, pizza enthusiasts, and cocktail connoisseurs alike.

From personalized glassware to a tiny robot that stirs the sauce for you and beyond, read on for our favorite under-$50 kitchen gifts from Uncommon Goods so you can make a dent in your holiday shopping list without making a dent in your checking account.

KT Uncommon Goods Gifts Under $50

1. Personalized Hometown Map Glass Set

   Uncommon Goods

   $50

   These personalized glasses are so sweet and thoughtful that contributor Kristina Vänni has gifted them to everyone she knows. They look shockingly more expensive than what their price tag says, and they'll be used regularly, too. Be sure to check out early, as the customization takes a bit more time.

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2. Why Choose? 8 Flavor Chocolate Bar

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   $16

   Ideal for someone with an indecisive sweet tooth, Miss Maude’s small-batch dark chocolate bars feature a different delightful flavor in every square, like Italian Hazelnut Praline, Japanese Tart Cherry, and English Earl Grey, so your giftee can enjoy eight different sweet sensations in one beautiful bar.

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3. DIY Edible Butter Candle Kit

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   $25

   For someone who loves TikTok trends, this butter candle-making set will get them all fired up. Complete with heart, flower, and circle silicone molds and spice packets for zhuzhing up the butters, this set includes materials for making four different butter candles. Just bring your own butter (and bread, for that matter)!

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4. Mexican Servilletas, Set of 4

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   $22

   These vibrant and versatile servilletas are made in Mexico, and can be used as kitchen towels, placemats, and even warming blankets for freshly made tortillas or bread.

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5. Korean Mandu Dumplings Class

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   $35

   Uncommon Goods' virtual experiences are always really fun and educational. In this 90-minute class, your giftee will learn how to make Korean dumplings, and then have a delicious dinner afterwards, too.

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6. Swiveling Tea Organizer

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   $48

   Tea-lovers would appreciate this fun organizer for all their tea bags. Instead of digging through half-empty boxes or overflowing drawers, they'll be able to quickly spot their favorite tea.

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7. Flavored Espresso Martini Gift Set

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   $35

   Treat them with this DIY espresso martini kit with infusions that make four different varieties. All they need to add is vodka, ice, and a shaker for a luxury night in.

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8. Ooma Bowl

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   $30

   Help prevent group double-dipping by gifting this two-part bowl — one section is for salsa or other dips, and the other side is for bread or chips. Everyone gets to dip and double dip individually to their delight.

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9. Peanut Butter Sampler

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   $45

   This Peanut Butter Sampler contains six jars of honey-roasted PB combos with add-ins like chocolate chips, pretzels, toffee, cherries, white chocolate, and more to make their salty-sweet snack dreams come true.

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10. The Popcorn Bowl with Kernel Sifter

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    $48

    Popcorn perfection is finally within reach, thanks to these kernel-sifting bowls. A clever colander at the bottom separates the popped pieces from the kernels, so your favorite popcorn eater can stay fully absorbed in their movies or shows without worrying about breaking their teeth.

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11. Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit

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    $48

    This Make Your Own Hot Sauce Kit is super fun. The kit includes dried whole peppers and powdered peppers, ground and whole spices, vinegar, bottles, labels, a funnel, recipe book, and, most importantly, gloves. From there it's up to the user to decide where their sauces land on the Scoville scale.

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12. Explore with Spice: A Global Culinary Calendar

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    $37

    This culinary calendar opens up a world of cuisines and flavors. Each month focuses on a different country, with recipes and corresponding spice packets.

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13. Holiday Cocktail Bombs

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    $30

    Why should baths and hot chocolate have all the fun? Plop one of these cocktail bombs into sparkling water for a mocktail or your favorite spirit for an instant celebratory drink with sparkles.

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14. Howdy Dish Towel

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    $22

    Anyone would love this cheery embroidered hand towel, which is equal parts fun and functional. Actually, it might be too pretty to use.

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15. Peeking Cat Mug

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    $16

    For cat people only. A few sips into this cheery ceramic mug and you'll find a cute little kitty hiding inside.

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16. Personalized Home Bar Rimming Board

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    $35

    Cocktail connoisseurs will love this handy bamboo board, which allows them to quickly chop up garnishes and rim glasses with ease. For an extra-special personalized touch, customize the board with their name, their favorite phrase, or even a special date like a birthday or anniversary.

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17. Maya Angelou Phenomenal Woman Glasses (Set of 2)

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    $38

    These stemless wine glasses — which are printed with the full text of Maya Angelou’s famous “Phenomenal Woman” poem — are sure to make them raise a glass. They’re perfect for wine, yes, but are also just great for literally any other drink — coffee, juice, smoothies, you name it. Did we mention they’re dishwasher-safe, too?

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18. Grilled Personal Pizza Maker

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    $40

    Next time your friend is craving some pizza, they'll want to skip the takeout and use this grilled personal pizza maker. Once the ingredients are gathered, assemble away and pop the pizza inside this mini oven on the grill (just be sure to leave the lid on). About 10 minutes later, they'll have a piping-hot personal pie that’s ready to eat.

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19. Himalayan Salt BBQ Plank

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    $30

    Help spice up their cooking with this hand-carved Himalayan salt plank that packs a subtle yet flavorful punch that’s far more complex than traditional table salt. As a bonus, this pink-hued plank can pull double duty as a beautiful serving platter.

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20. Microwave Pasta Pot

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    $29

    This ingenious microwavable pasta pot is excellent for busy-bodies, college students, and, well, just about anyone else who hates spending an extra 10-plus minutes boiling water for perfect al dente pasta. The lid also serves as a strainer, so there’s no need to transfer the noods to a plate before digging in.

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21. Minute Egg Maker

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    $30

    Check out this one-minute egg maker for all the breakfast enthusiasts in your life. The compact ceramic construction is just as stylish as it is functional, and the vented lid makes cleanup a breeze (read: no splattering all over the microwave). Best of all, it’s dishwasher-safe.

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22. Safari Snack Bowls

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    $30

    Inspired by Kenya’s majestic wildlife, these adorable animal snack bowls make the perfect addition to any holiday party — and we’re certain your giftee will love them as much as we do. Fun fact: Each of the four bowls is crafted from a single block of wood before being hand-painted by Kenyan artisans.

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23. Handblown Glass Olive Oil Pourer

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    $48

    For a truly one-of-a-kind gift, check out these glass pourers, which can hold up to 12 ounces of olive oil or vinegar. Made in Rhode Island by artist Jill Henrietta Davis, these pourers are hand-blown and available in three vibrant colorways. They're also chic enough to double as decor.

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24. Automatic Pan Stirrer

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    $25

    Give them their very own sous chef this season. Instead of having to constantly stir sauce with (seemingly) no end in sight, your giftee can reach for this automatic stirrer. Just place it in the pan, set the timer, et voilà.

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