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11 Birthday Gifts For Girlfriends That Are Hard to Shop For

Updated December 10, 2025 by Timothy Paradis

Only you can know your bae best, right? While that may be true in most aspects, it might not always be true in the birthday gift-giving department. When it comes to beauty, jewelry , lingerie and even flowers, there are just some things that are not in your wheelhouse and are better left up to the pros.

That’s where you can find some much-needed help with monthly subscription boxes available on the Cratejoy marketplace. From budget-friendly to indulgent, and designed for women with all kinds of interests, monthly gift boxes are professionally curated by knowledgeable experts and in-the-know small businesses.

Here’s a great opportunity to really wow her with a birthday gift that seems custom-made for her. We’ve put together a handy guide of some of the best birthday gifts for girlfriends that we think will make her feel special on her big day.

Monthly Barbella Box

From $54.99 per box

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CrossFit has become a lifestyle that makes physical fitness a priority. Commit to healthy living with Barbella Box, a fitness subscription that's packed with handpicked products from well-known suppliers and those that are new on the scene. From supplements and protein blends to apparel and workout gear, this curated box is made by women, for women, to bring an extra dose of motivation.

Shipping: If you purchase your first box BETWEEN 1st-16th of the month, you will receive your first box between the 22nd-30th or 31st. If you purchase AFTER the 16th, you will receive your first box the following month between the 22nd 30th or 31st.

Customer Review

“LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE I can't even say it enough! It's like Christmas every 20th... I am always SO excited to see what's coming. I have never been disappointed in the almost 2 years that I have been a member!” – Kiersten Y.

The Adults & Crafts Crate

From $33.00 per box

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There’s no need to get bogged down in project planning when the pros behind the Adults & Crafts Crate have got it covered. Each monthly box sends at least 1 new Pinterest-worthy craft project, including all the supplies, tools, and illustrated step-by-steps to teach new crafting techniques while making one-of-a-kind keepsakes.

Shipping: New orders will ship within five business days! If you need a gift printout before we ship, just message us! Then, will ship around the 25th of each month. If you need a kit by a certain date (i.e. birthday), just message us after you order and we will get that set up for you! You can order now even if you want it to start in the future.

Customer Review

"I received the engraving kit and I love it! I practiced on an old glass weigh scale to get the hang of engraving. I then started the glass coasters using pictures off google. I am sooo happy with how they turned out! It’s very relaxing and is a great stress reliever. I have a few people now wanting me to make them sets of coasters :)" - Megan T.

Sacred Space Crate

From $50.00 per box

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Shipping: Boxes will be shipped before the 10th of every month. Orders placed during the Month will receive their 1st box the following Month. .

Yarn Shop Mystery Box

From $32.91 per box

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Shipping: We ship on the first Saturday of every month.

Mystery Gift Box | Wicked Good

From $29.95 per box

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Shipping: New Subscribers: your first box is shipped within 1-3 business days of ordering. Subsequent boxes ship the 10-15th of each month. ❤ Fast & Free Shipping to US destinations! We ship worldwide. #SmellWickedGood Thank you for your support. #SmellWickedGood

Seen from above, a woman holds a box that says My Therabox. It contains a pink self care book and several scented items.

TheraBox - Self Care Box

From $37.99 per box

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Shipping: ✨ Reserve your “WINTER” TheraBox today with up to $500+ worth of therapist-curated winter wellness rituals that make the perfect holiday gift for your partner, friends, family, colleagues and of course — you! ✨ Orders placed between November 25 - December 25 will ship within 2-5 business days starting December 1.

Monthly Handmade Luxury Body Butter & Foaming Sugar Scrub Box

From $26.16 per box

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Shipping: Boxes will ship on the 11th of every month

Perfume Rollerball

From $14.91 per box

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Shipping: Free Shipping to USA. We Ship Worldwide. USPS + GlobalPost.

Peace & Pages Monthly Subscription

From $24.75 per box

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This peaceful book box includes a featured novel each month, as well as self-care items -- like bath & body products and aromatherapy -- exclusively from small independent businesses. Every individual reader receives a novel specially selected for them from a curated collection of genres.

Shipping: **Orders placed at this time will begin with the January box, shipping the first week of January. Will not arrive prior to Christmas.** Please note, the "as low as" price is the yearly prepay option cost. Check out the Q & A sections on our website for more info!

Customer Review

“This is the book box I look forward to every month! I get a book in the genres I enjoy and several full size relaxing products. I’m not a fan of the boxes with lots of trinkets I won’t use so Peace and Pages is perfect for me!” – Tanya B.

Single Cup Club Membership

From $19.99 per box

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Shipping: We ship all subscriptions the 1st WEEK of the month. Any orders placed on or after the 1st of the month are shipped within the 1st week of the following month. Coffee selections are chosen by our sponsored roasters. We do not allow or accept substitutions or special requests.