Every year there's an expectation that the holiday season is ??? ??? ??not a success without a mountain of presents. But who said those gifts need to be big?
This year, invest in some miniature-sized gifts instead. They're creative, adorable, and in the case of miniature electronics, a perfectly affordable way to gift a very useful item. From rose perfume to plant holsters and air fryers, this gift list has a little bit of everything small for everyone in your life.
1. Dangling pie slice earrings
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Everybody needs some more chunky jewelry, and these adorable pumpkin pie bites are just the slice of earring heaven that your jewelry box needs. They even come with a dollop of whipped cream on top! Get into the holiday season by adorning your earlobes with one of the best desserts.
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Price: $30.50 on Etsy
2. Portable mini fridge
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Everybody could use some more mini fridge action. Whether you're using it in your car (it has an AC connector) during long road trips or underneath your desk in your dorm, this little baby has massive possibilities — it can hold last night's leftovers, six cans, or your temperature-sensitive skincare products.
Price: $49.99 on Amazon
3. Mini ceramic pots for your tiny plants
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Seasonal depression who? No one needs to feel trapped inside all winter when you can cover your apartment in leafy greens. This winter, get your loved ones some cute ceramic pots for their plant babies.
Price: $18.99 for a set of six on Amazon
4. Tiny bear coasters
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Maybe if drink buddies were this cute, people would be more inspired to use coasters to save their coffee table. Best of all, these felt bears are made of recycled plastic.
Price: $52 for four, $17 for one on Etsy
5. Natural rose perfume in a teeny bottle
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Gifting perfume as a gift can be difficult because it's hard to know what type of scents people want to wear. However, giving a tiny sample can be a safe and relatively affordable way to do just that. This adorable 7.5ml perfume bottle is a wonderful, authentic rose scent — and it's all natural.
Price: $18.50 on Etsy
6. Apple lip balm in a mini apple
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable TonyMoly's collection of mini fruit lip balms are absolutely perfect. Their perfect proportions and delicious scents will have you buying the whole stock, from green apple to blueberry.
Price: $10 on TonyMoly
7. A small air fryer
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Air fryers are gaining popularity now, and there's a good reason why. Instead of rolling around in oil, the air fryer essentially bakes your food in a small, contained unit, producing a perfectly crisp result. If you're looking to cut back on your oil intake, this minty one can fit on your counter.
Price: $50.81 on Amazon
8. Assorted charms
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Trinkets like these provide a colorful, accessible means of communicating ideas for kids. Use this bag of assorted charms for crafting a story, making slime, creating a dialogue, or making jewelry. The project ideas are endless.
Price: $29.50 on Etsy
9. Tiny leather purses
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable These purses would make for a great keychain adornment for your favorite bag lover. All these mini purses are handmade, made of leather, and perfectly detailed.
Price: $2.75 on Etsy
10. A mini spa gift set
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Who doesn't need a little extra love for the holidays? Treat your loved one to just the right amount of home-based salon care. Bonus points if you also give them a massage.
Price: $16.96 on Etsy
11. Little patches for the indie art lover
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Every denim jacket owner craves endless patches to stamp on their gear. This way, a jacket becomes a museum unique to the person wearing it. And while the big patches can require some serious deliberation, little guys like these are almost irresistible to throw on. This store sells a bunch of beautiful patches, and if dessert cacti aren't your thing, might I suggest a teal lawn chair?
Price: $6.25 on Etsy
12. Mini keg
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Actual kegs are expensive, so why not get a growler and fill this one up instead? This miniature metal keg would be perfect for your introverted friend who only ever has a couple people over at a time. Who says you can't party on your own? The tap is sold separately from the keg, so to pour your frothy ale, be sure to purchase this matching tap.
Price: $48.50 for the keg and $34.50 for the tap on Etsy
13. Mini hoop earrings
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable These hoop earrings are absolutely stunning! They're relatively small but pack a big punch with the wild color combinations. With 10 different styles to choose from there's bound to be a style that will make for a perfect gift for your special someone.
Price: $10.80 on Etsy
14. Impossibly small Commodore
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable For your local tech lover, this mini 1977-era Commodore would make an adorable stocking stuffer. It's just barely bigger than a quarter, and is perfect as a desktop adornment or as a Christmas ornament. And if the Commodore isn't your speed, the seller makes other mini-sized consoles and computers.
Price: $11 on Etsy
15. Door-hanging basketball hoop
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable This hoop is a step up from your childhood neighbor's plastic version. This custom wood mini basketball hoop fits comfortably on the back of a door, or in an office cubicle. You decide!
Price: $69 on Etsy
16. Tiny edible cake decorations
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Even though The Great British Bake Offmakes baking look easy, creating edible confectionary accessories can be very tedious and difficult. Get a set of beautiful royal icing decorations for your favorite baker and then eat the outcome. A perfect win-win gift.
Price: $7 on Etsy
17. Toddler-sized wigs
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable These precious yarn wigs are custom made to fit your child's head and will make them look absolutely hilarious. They're called Cabbage Patch Kid Hats and will make your kid comfortably warm andperfectly silly.
Price: $11.25 on Etsy
18. Tiny sloth for your tiny plants
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Sometimes a cute ceramic pot just won't cut it for highlighting your plant baby. Instead, your hanging fern might need a baby sloth buddy to help show it off. This bad boy retails fairly expensively, but if you can crochet, a cheap design print is available here.
Price: $50.73 on Etsy
19. Catnip toys for your cat
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The best cat toys are already small, so this year, why not maximize that? These handmade, thick fish are filled with catnip for your feline addict.
Price: $6 on Etsy
20. A teeny crown for your small-to-medium sized pet!
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Unless your pet is really into dressing up, they may not particularly lovethis gift. But it's irresistibly sweet! This rose gold lacy pet crown stays afloat through the fur with an elastic headband (which can be custom fit to your dog's head).