To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Waterloo Times asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Gifts For Teens
1) Glow - Lighted Cord Organizer
Never fumble in the dark again trying to find your charger cable. Designed with a dim light to illuminate your cords, it is the perfect bedside accessory to keep your cables secure and out of the way.
2) Spinning Balance Board
Improve your center of balance and agility—and practice full spins of 360º or more—with this fun-but-challenging balance board. Initially invented with board sports in mind, this one-piece board is great for any athlete.
3) Fingertip Makeup Applicator Set - Buff & Blend Duo
This fingertip foundation applicator set makes it simple to apply makeup and skincare products at home or on the go. Slide the compact tool onto your finger and use it like an extension of your hand. The vegan bristles work with any product—from sunscreen to serum—and don’t need cleaning in between.
4) Rechargeable LED Poi Balls
Not only is this outdoor kid’s toy a spectacle of light, it’s also a great exercise of your coordination and dexterity. The Poi dance traces all the way back to the Maori people in New Zealand. It involves swinging soft LED weights rhythmically to create geometric patterns. This version is lighter and brighter, which is great for beginners of all ages. Start with simple movements and as you try to master more complicated ones, you’ll build flexibility and creativity.
5) Lightweight Kevlar Cinch Lock
Secure your ride—and just about anything else—with a lightweight bike lock that merges a cinch tie and a combination lock in one durable and flexible (not to mention compact) design. The Kevlar® fiber and stainless steel band is cut-resistant, and the aluminum lock is smash-proof, making this lock stronger than some others and easier to take along with you, too.