The 14 best gifts Yahoo editors have ever given or received — all arrive by Dec. 25!

"I gave this beautiful set to my mom a few years ago and she told me it was one of the best gifts she'd ever received — because it was tailored to her specific interest. I knew she was playing mah jong every week with her friends and that it was a hobby she cherished. Meaning, I didn't just get her a candle. This model, with its gorgeous wooden case, was calling her name." — Nicole Sforza, Executive Editor

"I often struggle with what to give my parents for the holidays, but I really hit a home run last year with this digital photo frame. There's nothing they love more than displaying family photos in the living room and now they can showcase a never-ending slideshow of memories. It's easy to use too — I can send pictures directly to the frame and they magically appear for them to see!." — Rory Halperin, Senior Commerce Editor

"My husband is a bird nerd, so I surprised him with this smart bird feeder last year. It's pricey, but this gadget has paid for itself in the amount of joy it provides him — and to be honest, me too! It takes pictures and video of every chickadee, warbler and sparrow that comes by (and yes, those are the actual birds, and I know that because the feeder also identifies each visitor). At the risk of sounding like a total dork, we've learned so much about our local feathered friends. Also, the feeder is solar-powered so the only maintenance you need to do is fill it with seed and clean it every so often." — Jessica Dodell-Feder, Senior Home & Garden Editor

"I'm giving this Lego set to my 9-year-old nephew who has been in a serious Harry Potter phase. We took a trip to Harry Potter: The Exhibition when it was in New York so it's a nod to the fun we had there. I got him Buckbeak as a recent birthday gift, so the two Lego sets can be played together. Plus, I like how Legos combine fun with strategy without the use of iPads or video games." — Kristin Granero, Senior Commerce Writer

"I am my mother's daughter. Like her, I spend weeks coming up with the perfect gifts for the ones I love (and as Yahoo's gifting editor, for people I haven't even met). And over the years, she's taught me that the most thoughtful presents are often the ones the recipient wouldn't dare buy for themselves — like this monthly flower subscription. My mom always picks up fresh flowers during her grocery store run, so I knew she'd appreciate a bouquet of seasonal stems each month. I went for the three-month subscription ($180 total) — it was a considerable upgrade from her store-bought blooms, plus it was an excuse to spoil her well into the new year. She sent me photos of each arrangement, which was a fun surprise for me too!" — Amanda Garrity, Gifting Editor

"My dad loves to cook, and his old metal stock pot was ready to be retired. Last year, as a surprise, I got him this heavy-duty essential, which is the exact Dutch oven I use in my own kitchen. He uses it all the time now, whether he's making meatballs or a braised dish, and he loves the way it looks so much that it's won a permanent spot on his stovetop. This durable pot comes in lots of colors and the slick enamel interior couldn't be easier to clean. Plus, it's much more affordable than, say, Le Creuset." — Britt Ross, Senior Deals Writer

"Yes, it's a pricey gift, but it really is the best Christmas gift I ever received. It's so powerful and has saved me thousands of dollars in the decade I've owned it. I made all of my kid's baby food in it and I continue to make hummus every week, smoothies almost daily, soups; I emulsify sauces and even make flours and stuff like cashew cream for dairy-free thickeners (I'm lactose intolerant). This thing is a beast and hasn't had more than a day or two of rest in nearly 10 years, and it continues to be as powerful as the first day I plugged it in." — Janelle Randazza, Commerce Editor

"My brother is a big-time foodie, and snacks are his sweet spot. Last year, I signed him up for a subscription to Universal Yums, so he could try out sweet and salty specialties from different countries around the world. Over the course of three months, he tasted his way through Korea, Ukraine and France. I went for the middle-of-the-road option, the Yum Yum Box, which comes with 10 to 12 snacks per shipment. You pick the first destination, then Universal Yums handles the rest. It's the gift that keeps on giving — he discovered a few favorites that he tracked down at international grocery stores!" — Amanda Garrity, Gifting Editor

"I got this for my boyfriend and he’s totally obsessed. He wears it all the time to the office, to travel and more. It’s lightweight, so he can wear it on its own or under a thicker jacket in the winter for added warmth. One fun little secret: There’s a bottle opener attached to the inside pocket. You never know when you’ll need one!" — Ellie Conley, Trending Writer

"I'd had my eye on this throw for a while, and my husband surprised me with it two years ago. Our couch is a light gray, and I wanted a little something to zhuzh it up — this colorful blanket did the trick. It's incredibly soft, not scratchy at all and makes me smile whenever I look at it. The color scheme I have is discontinued, but this style is very similar — and if checkerboard isn't your thing, the brand has tons of fun designs that'll liven up any room." — Britt Ross, Senior Deals Writer

"I received this as a gift recently and, as an unofficial speaker-head, I can confidently say it's become my favorite. It's lightweight so I've taken it from room to room, in the shower and out on the porch. Since it's a part of the Sonos ecosystem, I had high hopes for the sound quality, and it definitely didn't disappoint." — Moriba Cummings, Trending Writer

"My sister and I have been taking my niece roller skating (at the same place my sister and I went as kids and teens) since she was a few years old. She turns 11 two days before Christmas and she's grown out of her last pair, so I'm giving her the Impala Quad Roller Skates in the brand's new periwinkle shade. I also love their heart-shaped bags for those who might not need skates, but could use something to easily carry them in." — Kristin Granero, Senior Commerce Writer

"While this loungewear set might not be the fanciest gift I've ever given my mom, it is the one she uses the most. If you haven't heard of Softies (it's one of Oprah's favorite brands, mind you), you're seriously missing out. The brand's marshmallow fabric is one of the softest things I've ever felt — it's truly like being wrapped in a cloud. My mom loved her first set so much, we bought her another to add into her rotation so she doesn't have to wait for laundry day to wear them." — Julia Webb, Shopping Manager

"I gifted these boots to my mom one Christmas and knew she'd love them since she's a massive Rothy's fan, but to say she loves them would be an understatement. She raves that they're the comfiest boots she's ever worn since they have no hardware, so they almost feel like you're wearing a structured sock. She appreciates that like all of Rothy's products, they're machine-washable and water-resistant, so they hold up pretty well in light rain and snow. Also, if you're shopping for someone with larger feet, these run up to a women's size 13." — Moriba Cummings, Trending Writer