“Write what you know,” they say. Well okay. Keeping in mind that no bloggers are created equal, and many receive the hottest items for review or just as swag, I imagine we can be amongst the most difficult to shop for. That said, my sister and I have put together this list of the best gifts for bloggers. This list could also apply to moms or homemakers. Affiliate links are included.
Gifts for Bloggers
Photography Stuff
DSLR Camera – Photography is key to a good blog post no matter what the blogger’s niche may be.
Lighting – The right lighting takes photos to the next level.
Backgrounds and props – Set the stage to create magazine-worthy photos.
Greenscreen – Really want to get funky? A greenscreen allows the creative force to be with you. Example:
Photo editing software – No matter how great the photo is, it still needs the final touches. The proper software can transform any decent photo into fabulous.
Lapel mic – So far, we have only used our phones to create video. A little lapel microphone can make a difference when it comes to sound quality.
Selfie stick – Don’t laugh. When a blogger is at an event, a selfie stick is a useful tool. Same with a mini tripod. It can be a lifesaver when trying to get the perfect shot.
Organizational Stuff
Planners – No matter what the blogger’s system might be, I’d be willing to bet at least one desktop planner is involved. Coloring coding and fun stickers can help with the whole creative process.
Amazon Echo – I haven’t tried this yet, but after watching the video, it looks like it could be somewhat of a virtual assistant. Amazon Echo can read your emails, add to your calendar, and lots of other voice-activated helpfulness.
Desk space savers – Cause messiness crushes creativity.
Organized travel – When on the go, which bloggers often are, it can be a real disaster trying to keep all your outfits and blog gear in order. Having recognizable luggage and travel cubes inside can save time and sanity.
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Productivity
Noise canceling headphones – Because sometimes you just have deadlines and need to squash the world out for a few minutes. Find more items like this in our gifts for anxious people guide.
Coffee – Most bloggers that I know run on coffee.
A DAY OFF
Offer to pay for a VA for the day. Hell, write a post of great content to schedule that day.
Grab their weekly grocery list and fulfill it with Instacart or Peapod.
A housekeeper.
Massage – It’s crazy how sitting at a desk all day can make a person so sore. I have a Back Buddy and use it daily.
I could go on, but I think that’s enough for now. 😉 Can you tell we are bloggers?
Do you have gifts for bloggers to add?
Debbie Yoder says
Excellant list of gifts for all the bloggers out there!
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
I love your ideas and I am totally sending this to my hubby! He already knows about the coffee, but maybe he will get the hint that I want a new camera if he reads this 😉
Jeanette says
OK this list is awesome! I am just going to send this post to all my family and they will know what I want for christmas.
Kristen says
Amazon Echo sounds AMAZING! Why haven’t I heard of this? Great list!
Chelley @ A is For Adelaide says
What a great list! I just got my camera lens fixed… but I want everything else to make my photography better!
Danielle says
I love all of these ideas! I would certainly enjoy getting anything on this list, if not all of it (not to be too greedy haha).
lisa says
What a great list! I could use a new camera and I would kill for a massage!!
Victoria Sconion says
WOW this is an awesome gift even for someone who is starting off to be a blogger. I definitely gotta send this post to my husband.
Aimee Smith says
A big ol’ baskets of snack and candy. Or am I the only one who eats to stay awake while I work?
Jennifer says
Oh my gosh you are NOT. I have been eating candy at my desk more than I’d like to admit. Definitely part of fueling up!
Jeanine says
Oh my goodness. I would love any of these! I could use a camera upgrade at this point, so that would be nice for sure!
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
This is an AMAZING list. I’m sending this to my husband.
Liz Mays says
I know I’d enjoy a lot of these. These would be good ideas for my daughter since she’s a new blogger too.
Ann Bacciaglia says
I would love to have a green screen. There are so many fun projects we could do. These are great gift ideas.
gingermommyrants says
These are fantastic gift ideas for any blogger. I would love a new camera and lighting for Christmas.
Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says
You’re right that being a blogger makes it difficult to shop for me! These are some great suggestions!
Janis @MommyblogExpert says
These are some great gifts any serious blogger would love to receive. I especially like the lighting equipment and cameras, both are essential in our line of work.
Maggie Branch says
What a great gift guide! These are awesome and I totally agree they could work for a mom or homemaker too. I love my planner and would be completely lost without it.
LauraOinAK says
I would love so many of these items for myself. Fabulous gift guide for those of us who blog.
Autumn @Mamachallenge says
Those are great gift ideas! I would love to have a lot of those for myself!
Sarah L says
I’ll take the Back buddy for myself and get a massage.
ellen beck says
Great list- I would also give a blogger aspirin and Pepto Bismol (or whatever worked for them)