You’re invited to a sweet 16 party, a quiceañera, or a bar mitzvah and you want to bring a unique gift. Or maybe you need a special gift for your own teen. Here are some ideas for teens that they’re sure to appreciate. All are available on uncommongoods.com and were in stock as of press time.
BUBBLE WRAP CALENDAR. Very few things in life are as satisfying as popping bubble wrap. So why shouldn’t you partake it in it more often? How about every day? This clever poster-size calendar allows you to do just that. Each day of the year has a bubble to pop. All days of the week and U.S. holidays are marked for quick reference. $25.
CUSTOM TYPEWRITTEN NOTE CANDLE. Give the gift of scent and add your own sentiment to it: your note (up to 100 characters) will be hand-typed on a vintage Brother typewriter and attached directly to the candle as its label. $36.
CUSTOM PAINT-BY-NUMBER KIT. Almost every teen has a phone filled with special photos. Pick a favorite and have it turned into a paint-by-number kit. The kit includes a white linen canvas printed with the numbered image, three brushes, and acrylic paints chosen specifically to re-create the photo. $85-100 depending on size
MISSION TO MINDFULNESS MARS ZEN GARDEN. The stressed out student in your life can take a moment to unwind on the tranquil Martian surface. Features a resin tray, a bag of red sand, four lava rocks, an astronaut figurine, a Martian rover, and a copper-finish rake tool. $40.
PICKLEBALL PADDLE TOTE BAG. Are you buying for a pickleball fan? Carry all the essentials in these colorful, versatile bags. Each roomy bag comes with a removable shoulder strap and can carry up to two paddles, two water bottles, shoes, clothes, and towels. There’s even an extra interior pocket for cell phones and keys. $100.
QUOTES BY ICONIC WOMEN SWEATSHIRT. Is the teen you’re gifting socially conscious? They will appreciate a sweatshirt featuring the screen-printed image of an iconic woman with one of her motivating quotes. Choose from Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Angela Davia, and Michelle Obama. $68.
TIE DYE DIY KIT. Are you buying for a crafty teen? This well-stocked kit gives the recipient all the tools needed to create sensational patterns in custom shades. Transform the included 100% cotton squares into colorful bandanas, hair accessories, reusable gift wrap, and more. $38.