Few things are more satisfying than coming home to a space you love–which is why home decor gifts are some of my absolute favorite to give.

The truth is, even the smallest things can make a big difference. A piece of artwork here, a cozy blanket there and voila! Instant homey-ness. 

If you’ve got someone on your list who needs to step up their living space or already has a passion for making their house a home, we’ve got some holiday gift ideas for you! From gorgeous hand-poured candles that create just the right mood to stunning greenery to bring the outdoors in, we’ve got something here for everyone! (And best of all, they’ll think of you when they use it.)

Looking for more gift ideas? Check out all of our holiday gift guides!

Here are the best home décor gifts for the homebody in your life:

Sweet July Telegraph Carafe + Cup Set

Sweet July

$40

Telegraph Carafe + Cup Set

An adorable little trio to make their coffee ritual or or bedside water set up just a bit more aesthetic. (It’s the little things, right?) The hand-thrown pieces are sturdy and stylish and even look gorg holding flowers.

Courant Mag2 Essentials

Courant

$100

Mag2 Essentials

When it comes to home decor, it’s the small things that make the biggest difference. Like solving the cord clutter dilemma for example. Not only do the clever charging stands from Courant eliminate the need for multiple eyesores, they’re decor in and of themselves. They’ve got a few styles to choose from but the Mag2 is our current fave. The upright design is perfect for a home office since you can use it while you take a video cal and charge those hard working AirPods.

EMME Muslin Blanket

Emme

$35

Muslin Blanket

Who says swaddle blankets are just for babies? These delightfully grown-up sized muslin blankets are the absolute height of coziness, come in a ton of great colors and cost less than $40 bucks. Even better? They look and feel like they cost three times as much. *Adds to cart for herself as well*

Pura 4 Smart Diffuser

Pura 4

$69.17

Smart Diffuser Set

Cultivating a space she loves is more than just the visual. Scent can play an important role in creating a whole mood. And whether she’s looking to nail down a signature home scent or simply wants to cover up the smells of living with people who stash sippy cups of milk under the couch, she’ll love the Pura 4 Smart Diffuser. Paired with the free app, the plug-in design is one of the best we’ve ever tested. It’s incredibly easy to set up and with space for two scents you can easily switch back and forth depending on the mood. They also collab with scent houses we adore like Brooklyn Candle Co. and Nest, so you can get those candle vibes all day long. So dreamy!

Ash & fir Backflow Incense Burner

Ash & Fir

$60

Backflow Incense Burner

Driftwood and color-coded books look great and all, but if her shelves are just a little more eclectic, this is the gift–the coolest incense burner we’ve literally ever seen. When you light the backflow cone, the smoke is pulled like a waterfall inside the chamber to cascade across the surface of the moon. A little bit of zen, a little bit of calm, and a whole lot of intrigue.

Letterfolk Placemats

Letterfolk

$78

Tile Placemats

Add a bit of creativity to meal time with the customizable placemats from Letterfolk. Like their super Instagrammable doormats, they come with a collection of contrasting hexagon tile “caps” that can be used to create endless words, patterns and designs.  There are tons of ideas on their website along with a digital design tool if you’re feeling particularly creative. And when you really get into it there are tons of gorgeous color tiles to add to your creations and keep it fresh. They’re also perfect for life with kids. Every piece can be washed in the dishwasher! (Price is for a set of two.)

Our Place Better Bowl Set

Our Place

$85

Better Bowl Set

Who says kitchen workhorses can’t be chic? The latest collection from Our Place, the Better Bowl Set, offers up a smart design that doesn’t skimp on functionality. Each of the three mixing bowls pair with either a citrus juicer, a grater or a salad spinner allowing them to pull double duty. The lids fit nice and tight when using them for storage and best of all, they neatly store together to keep clutter to a minimum.

Cave Glow Studio Dusk Beeswax Spiral Candles

Cave Glow Studio

$26

Dusk Beeswax Spiral Candles

These colorful beeswax taper candles are just so elegant! Handmade in the Hudson Valley they make a great gift on their own or paired with a simple set of candle holders.

Dusen Dusen Herb Stripe Napkins

Dusen Dusen

$44

Herb Stripe Napkins

The colorful and quirky accessories from Dusen Dusen make any space more joyful. Who doesn’t want that? Literally everything they offer would make an amazing gift for a home decor nerd but these striped napkins are our current crush. Perfect for the dinner party hostess with the mostest! (And if you really want to go all out, add in the matching placemats.)

Open Spaces Nesting Trays

Open Spaces

$48

Nesting Trays–Set of 3

From the coffee table to your nightstand, fancy up those bibs and bobs with a chic catchall. We’re particularly fond of the trio of nesting trays from Open Spaces which can be used together or separately to host everything from fancy candles to your Airpods. (Or, let’s be real. Pacifiers, old receipts and the handful of rocks your kid brought home from the playground.)

YellowPop Drip Face by Girl Knew York Neon Light

YellowPop

$890

Drip Face by Girl Knew York Neon Light

Anyone can hang a picture on their wall, but true trendsetters opt for something a bit brighter. The neon lights from YellowPop are bold enough to hold space solo but also make a super cool addition to a gallery wall. They’ve got tons to choose from and you can even design your own unique piece. But if we had to pick a favorite it would be this incredible collaboration with New York City tattoo Artist Girl Knew York. Her simple line drawings translate perfectly to neon lights!

Anecdote Candle

Anecdote

$26

Candles

The right candle can be a whole mood. Sure, you could pop any old candle into their stocking but the Anecdote candles offer something a little more special. Each of their sophisticated, layered scents is carefully crafted to evoke a familiar feeling or memory. From perusing a record store to getting lost in the forest, there’s a scent which packs meaning for nearly anyone on your list.

Antica Farmacista Holiday Diffuser Trio

Antica Farmacista

$68

Holiday Diffuser Trio

If they’ve dreamed of living in a fancy hotel since the first time they read Eloise, this collection of diffusers is sure to knock their socks off. From Antica Farmacista, the brand that’s scented every luxury hotel from the Four Seasons to The Hotel Bel-Air, the sophisticated fragrances instantly uplift their space and transport them to that life of luxury they’ve been dreaming of. Room service not included.

Cold Picnic Torso Bathmat

Cold Picnic

$70

Torso Bathmat

The plush and playful bathmats from Cold Picnic add just the right amount of cheekiness to their bathroom decor. And as if we didn’t adore this best-selling design enough, they’re also handmade by artisans in a small, ethically run factory in India.

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Mustard Made

$169

The Shorty

We are over the moon for the so-stylish-it-hurts locker-chic furniture from the sister-owned Mustard Made. Their fully functional lockers come in several styles and a rainbow of gorgeous colors to make baby and kid storage tres chic. In fact, they’re so cool, you may want them in every room of the house.

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Bedsure

$59.99

Bamboo Sheets

If you think the best sheets on the planet are going to cost you a mortgage payment, think again. Bedsure, an Amazon best-seller with over 51K ratings makes the most deliciously comfy sheets around for a fraction of the price you’d expect to pay for something this luxe. They’re made from crisp and cool bamboo that’s silky soft and chemical-free. But you don’t have to tell the giftee you got a bargain–your secret’s safe with us!

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Unhide

$199

Marshmallow Blanket

I’ve never been snuggled by a soft and kindly polar bear, but I suspect it feels a lot like climbing under Unhide’s Marshmallow Blanket. Their vegan-friendly luxe throws are made from a plush faux fur that looks as good as it feels. And since it’s actually huge (as big as a queen size quilt!) both of my giant kids can snuggle with me and not start a war over whose feet aren’t covered.

The Sill Preserved Fern Kokedama

The Sill

$75

Preserved Fern Kokedama

Even if they’ve murdered every plant that’s ever graced their home, this one will work. Why? Because all it asks is that you leave it alone. Don’t water it. Don’t fertilize it. Just hang it up or set it on a shelf out of direct sunlight and admire. Done and done.

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Succulents Box

$10.50

1 Succulent + Clay Pot Monthly Box

Succulents Box, the plant subscription box that allows you to create your own custom gift box and delivers organically grown succulents directly to your door, is great for the friend with the green thumb. Your friend likely has plenty of plants—but they don’t have a plant delivery every month that brings new life into their space. Choose from boxes with one to several succulents (the price reflected is the monthly cost of the one-plant box.)

Parachute Linen Tablecloth

Parachute

$129

Linen Fringe Table Cloth

Any home decor lover knows about the luxurious bedding shop Parachute; surprise them with the dining room’s version of perfect bedding, Parachute’s linen fringe tablecloth—just in time for holiday entertaining!

Graypants Wick Rechargeable LED Lamp

Graypants

$149

Wick Rechargeable LED Lamp

As much as we love candles, let’s be honest. With kids around, they can be quite stressful. But that glow! We’re always on the hunt for a suitable substitute and can’t way enough good things about this one. The Wick Rechargeable LED Table Lamp by Graypants offers the glow of candlelight without the hazard of actual fire. The portable and dimmable candle stick is beautiful as a bedside reading light or to create cozy ambiance anywhere she wants to curl up. And bonus! The rechargeable battery lasts for ages.

A version of this story was published November 2, 2021. It has been updated.