What's a practical gift (or two) that you would like for Christmas?

I’m interested to see what sorts of things Fluther would like for Christmas, both to see what “practical” connotes to you and also to get some ideas for myself—my family will insist on getting me gifts, even though I don’t want anything (or rather, nothing they can get me, technologically inept group that they are).

Here are some ideas I’ve had:
—a rice cooker
—immersion blender (I got this for my birthday and love it)
—beaters
—a toaster

What are some of your practical gift ideas for Christmas?