Gifts for the Friend Who Would Rather Stay Home

Just because they’re not going outside doesn’t mean they shouldn’t look cute, right? These super-comfy knit slippers with a fleece lining are basically the ultimate indoor-only shoes, and their cheerful, colorblocked design will brighten up even the bleakest winter days.

Aerie’s loose-fitting barrel trousers are crafted from super-soft cotton and recycled polyester, so your favorite couch potato can have the coziest day possible. Choose from six neutral colorways…and while you’re at it, you might just want to get a set for yourself.

Chances are the homebody in your life tends to cook at home more than they eat out — and this is a find any cook would appreciate. All they need to do is clip the silicone strainer onto a pot, then pour the water out (no need for any extra colanders). Pasta night just got way easier.

Whether you opt for a matching set or choose to mix it up, these light, stretchy modal PJs are bound to make their slumber sweeter. The piping along the edges adds a bit of bedtime glamor and the elastic waistband and loose-fitting collar maximize comfort…so much so that they might have a hard time changing into “real” clothes. 

Friends with chronically cold toesies (as well as those who are slipper-averse) will appreciate these socks’ thick, fluffy material. They’re perfect for a winter movie night, or a lazy day spent reading on the couch.

A good veg session starts with a good veg outfit. This sherpa henley and trouser set from Aerie feels like a soft, light blanket with sleeves and pairs well with doing absolutely nothing. The pants have an extra loose fit and comfy, adjustable drawstring, while the henley top works well over a tank or by itself. ($59.95, Aerie)   

That friend who finds peace and quiet in the laundry room? Prove just how well you know them by picking out a personalized laundry set from DedCool. The set comes with your choice of detergent, dryer sheets, and room spray so heavenly, you might just need to bring your dirty clothes to the next hang.

If bed rotting is one of their top hobbies, these deluxe sateen sheets from Brooklinen will make it a luxurious experience. Available in dozens of colorways, this sheet set is made from 480 thread count cotton that stays soft and smooth. 

For those with homebody habits and coffee shop taste, Cometeer is the perfect solution. These frozen coffee capsules (with brews from brands like Klatch, Intelligentsia, and Go Get Em Tiger) can easily be thawed and made into hot or iced coffees that rival whatever they’d otherwise be paying $7 for at a café.

A fuzzy blanket that’s as stunning as it is soft…yes, please. All six patterns of this double-sided fleece blanket from Rifle Paper Co. would look great draped over the couch or, more likely, used as a personal swaddle for extra-comfy movie nights.

If you can achieve a salon-level manicure at home, is there even a point in going out? The answer is no, thanks to this five-step Dazzle Dry nail set that’s long-lasting, chip-resistant, and non-toxic. Complete with every step from base to top coat, including a ridge filler, it has everything they need to get started.

Give the gift of hydrated, bright, and clear skin with these Biodance Bio-Collagen masks. The four included masks should increase elasticity, hydrate even the deeper layers of the skin, and improve both tone and texture, so whenever they do step out of the house, they’ll be radiant.  

Think your giftee would appreciate a new way to spend their time at home? A beginner’s crochet kit might be just the ticket. Complete with multiple patterns, crochet hooks, yarn, pre-started projects to get them off on the right foot, and online tutorials if they ever get stuck, this set has everything they need.

This mini red and near-infrared light device is designed to help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, depuff, and increase skin firmness and elasticity. Easy to hold, rechargeable, and user-friendly, it’s a great self-care gift they probably won’t buy for themselves.

If you want a one-and-done holiday gift for just about everyone on your list this year (homebody or not), here it is. These charming hand-blown juice glasses from Anthropologie are decorated with hand-pressed glass beads, and with two dozen bead options — from bows and tennis balls to croissants and tiny slices of pumpkin pie — you can just pick a different theme for each recipient. You’re welcome. 

Coloring books aren’t just for kids, and this set of color-me-in postcards proves just that. For friends who like to relax at home on the weekend, this is a fun, chill activity to have on hand. Each card has a cutesy illustration on the front, and a blank back perfect for their personal notes.

These cute candles come in ceramic holders with a bow motif, and you can choose from four different colors, each of which has an associated scent (ranging from “Hinoki forest” to “floral magic”). There are also three different size options, with burn times of 10, 30, or 50 hours.

Prep them for a little TLC sesh with these cooling hydrogel undereye patches. It takes just 15 minutes for the teardrop-shaped patches to soothe, depuff, and hydrate the undereyes; with any luck, their dark circles will practically melt away. Each packet comes with six sets of patches, which should keep tired eyes happy and bright through the holiday season and beyond.

For in-house baristas, this extra-large milk frother is a game changer. A touch control panel allows them to control not only the thickness of the froth — with low, medium, and high froth options — but also the temperature, so they can really live out their at-home café dreams. And since this gadget has a 14-ounce capacity, you can expect a nice hot latte, too.

Some of the best ceremonial-grade matcha we’ve ever tasted, this affordable Blue Bottle variety is the key to any matcha-lover’s heart. The stone-milled powder is made from tea grown in the celebrated region of Uji, Japan, and the result is a full-bodied matcha that’s bold and smooth with just the right amount of grassy notes. 

Whether they use it for the coloring book listed above or for freehand sketching of their own, any at-home artist deserves this set of double-sided, vibrantly colored markers. The brush side of the markers is great for looser strokes, and the angled chisel side offers tighter control. The full set includes 48 smudge-free markers that can even be refilled with fresh ink when necessary.