The 10 Best Gifts Under $50
Every year, TIME's editors and correspondents work together to compile a collection of the most interesting and groundbreaking new products and innovations for the Best Inventions list. As holiday season approaches, the TIME team has pulled out a selection of 10 best items from the list under $50 that could be a crowd favorite at your next white elephant exchange. —Nate Dodge Woofino Bowl An…
Every year, TIME editors and correspondents compile a list of the most interesting and groundbreaking new products for the Best Inventions list. With the holiday season approaching, TIME has selected 10 items from the list that are under $50 and could be a hit at your next white elephant exchange.
First up is the Woofino Bowl, an ultra-portable water bowl for dogs. It's a light dog bandana that unfolds into a water dish.
Next, Heyhae Sun-Cured Gel Nail Polish allows you to achieve a lasting manicure in just five to 10 minutes. The semi-cured liquid gel nail strips harden under natural sunlight, eliminating the need for a traditional UV or LED nail lamp.
The Kodak EC35 is a classic 35mm point-and-shoot film camera. It comes with fixed settings and an iconic '90s look.
The Mello Clip is a comfortable hair clip designed to hold hair firmly while lying flat against the head. It's perfect for those looking for a flexible yet secure hair accessory.
Play-Doh Blooms is a kit that allows adults to craft floral arrangements. It includes Play-Doh, tools, molds, a vase, and finishing spray, and is targeted towards adults who want to get creative.
Loop earplugs offer a new approach to ear protection. They look more like jewelry than traditional earplugs and reduce sound evenly rather than just muffling it. This year, Loop has collaborated with Harry Styles’ company Pleasing to give their Experience 2 model a design makeover.
RingLine is a stainless steel golf ball alignment marker with heightened precision and durability. It's a strong addition for golf enthusiasts.
FinalPress is a micro French press made of stainless steel that can brew coffee anywhere. It comes with a unique bottom-lid ejection system for easy cleaning.
WobbleWorks MindFrames are build-your-own costumes that let kids snap colorful geometric pieces together to create wearable shapes. This encourages the development of spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and fine motor skills.
Lastly, Tiny Vinyl Player is a cute little record player for fully functional and traditionally pressed 4-inch vinyl records. It comes in limited edition collections, perfect for vinyl enthusiasts.
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