10 Genius Under-$40 Holiday Finds That'll Make Your Life So Much Easier—All Available on Amazon

As jolly as the holidays are, there’s also a level of stress that comes with the season. Between last-minute gift wrapping and prepping for Christmas entertaining, you might think, “There’s got to be an easier way.” Well, now there is with these genius holiday finds that are all under $40. 

There are tons of clever home and kitchen items at Amazon, but you have to know where to look. Within Amazon’s Holiday Shop, you’ll discover gifts, stocking stuffers, and holiday essentials, which is where this curated list comes in. We’ve gathered nifty picks that are designed to make your life easier with space-saving features, electric designs, and just overall ingenious details. Plus, many products are from top brands like Le Creuset, Rabbit, Nordic Ware, and Scotch, starting at $9.    

Best Genius Holiday Finds at Amazon

• Nordic Ware Starry Night Cookie Stamps, $30
• Little Elf Gift Wrap Cutter, $18 (was $19)
• Rabbit Compact Electric Corkscrew Bottle Opener, $40 (was $65)
• Handy Laundry Christmas Ornament Storage Box, $19
• Le Creuset Noël Collection Mug, $24
• ChefSofi Charcuterie Cheese Board, $36 with coupon (was $71)
• Zober Christmas Tree Storage Bag, $16 (was $18)
• GenSwin Flameless Flickering LED Candle Set, $20 with Prime (was $40) 
• Avoin Colorlife Holiday Throw Pillow Cover Set, $18
• Scotch Clip and Twist Desktop Tape Dispenser, $9

ChefSofi Charcuterie Cheese Board

With all the hosting you’re probably doing, you might want to invest in a charcuterie board—but ordinary ones just won’t do. Consider this wooden charcuterie board that’s uniquely designed to hold four containers, ideal for nuts and dips, as well as a cavity for crackers and chips. The best part is the top slides out to reveal a hidden cheese knife set, so you can stay organized throughout the holiday hustle and bustle. The set is loved by shoppers who gave it more than 6,700 five-star ratings and bought it more than 10,000 times in the past month. And lucky for you, it’ll arrive before Christmas. 

Little Elf Gift Wrap Cutter

After getting its big break on Shark Tank, the Little Elf Gift Wrap Cutter started selling like hot cakes everywhere, including at Amazon. In fact, it was bought more than 70,000 times in November, and for good reason. All you have to do is slip the gadget over the wrapping paper roll, measure how much paper you need, then slide the sheet into the cutting notch, and voila. No more struggling with paper rolling up or dealing with uneven cuttings. And right now, it’s discounted for $18. 

Handy Laundry Christmas Ornament Storage Box

If you’re already thinking about the post-holiday decor clean up, consider this ornament storage box. The popular box can safely hold up to 64 ornaments, thanks to its deep, 12-inch capacity and criss-crossed divider. Not only will the divider keep decorative bulbs tidy, it’ll also prevent them from knocking into each other and also has an adjustable design to accommodate oddly-shaped options. This organizer has a lid, two side handles, and a card holder, so you know exactly what’s inside each box.  

These are just a few of the best smart holiday items found at Amazon. Scroll through the list for more picks, including this Nordic Ware cookie stamp set that elevates desserts, this editor-loved Rabbit electric wine opener that keeps corks intact, and this Le Creuset Santa stoneware mug that keeps hot cocoa hot. 

Nordic Ware Starry Night Cookie Stamps

Rabbit Compact Electric Corkscrew Bottle Opener

Le Creuset Noël Collection Mug

Zober Christmas Tree Storage Bag

GenSwin Flameless Flickering LED Candle Set

Avoin Colorlife Holiday Throw Pillow Cover Set

Scotch Clip and Twist Desktop Tape Dispenser