12 great creative gifts to buy your loved ones this Black Friday – all under $100!
Treat the creatives in your life (or, let’s be honest, yourself) to something brilliant this Black Friday.
Black Friday is basically Christmas come early for anyone who loves a good bargain. And if you’re shopping for a creatively inclined loved one, the deals are especially juicy this year. Whether they’re sketchbook devotees, fountain-pen fanatics, caffeine-fuelled makers or snap-happy photographers, there’s a gift here guaranteed to spark joy... and maybe a new project or two.
We’ve dug through the endless discounts to find the genuinely great stuff: beautifully made tools, clever gadgets, and a few luxe treats that feel far pricier than their Black Friday price tags. So if you want to surprise your favourite creative with something thoughtful, useful and a tad indulgent, these 12 brilliant picks are a very good place to start.
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This elegant ballpoint is a sophisticated Black Friday find that creatives will love. Its slim, contemporary Onyx finish, polished chrome accents, and smooth twist-action offer a superior writing experience. Presented in a luxury gift box, it's marked with the White Dot of Excellence.
The Ninja 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Brewer offers Classic or Rich brew styles and ultra-flavourful coffee with Hotter Brewing Technology. Its clever features include a 60oz removable water reservoir, Small Batch function, 24-hour delay brew, and an adjustable warming plate.
The De'Longhi Stilosa Manual Espresso Machine is a compact, contemporary coffee maker with a durable stainless steel boiler. It features a 15 Bar Pump for rich espresso shots and a manual steam wand to easily froth milk for authentic lattes and cappuccinos.
This elegant black walnut wood and aluminum stand declutters any desk, turning a laptop into a neat desktop setup. Its adjustable design fits most devices, offering enhanced protection and a sustainable, premium touch. Grab this Amazon's Choice item while it's discounted!
At $24 per month, a Maker Crate subscription is an ideal gift for the crafter in your life. Each box delivers all the tools and materials they need for project ranging from macrame planters or Sashiko lamps. With a 50% off your first crate and four free crates this Black Friday, it's the perfect artistic gift.
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Tom May is an award-winning journalist specialising in art, design, photography and technology. His latest book, The 50 Greatest Designers (Arcturus Publishing), was published this June. He's also author of Great TED Talks: Creativity (Pavilion Books). Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine.
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