21 Items to Buy for Collectors This Holiday Season

Holiday shoppers can target specific hobbies by buying items that expand existing collections. Rather than guessing what a recipient wants, this approach focuses on brands and products that enthusiasts already follow. The list includes 21 items across categories such as toys, kitchenware, and accessories.

Lego has introduced a new line of interactive sets featuring Smart Bricks and Smart Tags. These components communicate via a rechargeable system to trigger lights, colors, and sounds. The Pokemon Training House with Pikachu set includes one Smart Brick, four tags, and a charger. Buyers must use the included 400 pieces and a companion app to operate the Smart Play System.

Glasshouse Fragrances offers a candle set that combines scent with a kinetic display. The 13.4-ounce Kyoto in Bloom candle works with a Spinning Carousel accessory. When the candle is lit, the flame causes hanging charms to twirl above the jar. Laser-cut windows on the container allow light to pass through the festive design.

Catbird sells a Confetti Charm Bracelet that allows for high levels of personalization. Customers select one, three, five, or seven charms from options like letters, birthstones, and zodiac signs. Jewelers in the brand's Brooklyn studio attach the chosen items to an adjustable chain. Each charm is priced individually, and the final piece is handmade before shipping.

Lennox has released a second edition of its Spice Village, originally retired in the early 1990s. The Garden District Spice Village Set contains six hand-painted jars shaped like Victorian houses. The current set includes rosemary, oregano, basil, allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Collectors can purchase additional sets over several years to complete the full 24-jar collection.

Jellycat Amuseables are small stuffed toys shaped like food, plants, and objects. These items are compact enough for stocking stuffers and serve as desk decor. The brand offers various themes, including sports and weather. One version of the Boiled Egg plush was released as a limited-edition Easter Bunny egg, while another features a scientist character.

Kodak's Charmera is a small, rechargeable digital camera that attaches to a keychain. It captures photos and videos that can be downloaded to a smartphone via a USB-C cable. The device comes in a blind box, so buyers do not know the specific appearance until it is opened. Users can select from four frames and seven filters, though they must provide their own SD card.

Ban.do sells salt and pepper shakers shaped like orange and orange juice cartons. These items function as dispensers while serving as shelf decor or table centerpieces. The design appeals to collectors who look for quirky kitchen accessories that are both useful and visually distinctive.

Funko POP! figurines allow fans to collect characters from specific movies, TV shows, or sports teams. The items are affordable and designed for display on shelves. One example is a figurine of The Mandalorian, which serves as a display piece for Star Wars enthusiasts who wish to add to their existing library of collectibles.

Vinyl record collectors can add special editions to their libraries, such as a glittery orange version of Taylor Swift's album The Life of a Showgirl. This release includes exclusive photos and album lyrics printed inside the jacket. Shoppers are advised to ask recipients for a list of desired titles to avoid purchasing duplicates.

Dcuk produces wooden statues that stand in unique positions and wear distinct outfits. Each figure has its own name listed on the tag. Owners often display them on dedicated shelves or scatter them around a home. The items are popular for starting a collection that grows as the owner acquires more figures over time.

Mackenzie-Childs offers the Courtly Check line in black and white. The collection includes pots, pans, mugs, and holiday goods. The brand's tea kettle is a functional piece that can remain on a stovetop as decor. The pattern is a recognizable status symbol among kitchenware collectors who seek matching sets for their homes.