As always, this gift guide predominately features items from businesses that are: BIPOC-owned, women-owned, queer-owned, small, eco-friendly, Minnesota-based, or are giving back to the community in some way. And remember, be sure to order early so you don't miss their mailing deadlines.

Some of the stores I personally shop from and love, while others I've discovered as I curated this gift guide. Each brand offers so many more amazing gifts than I could include, so be sure to click through to each store for more awesome gift ideas! I hope you like it. 😊

Also, if you have any feedback or ideas of what types of items or sections you'd like to see listed next year, please reply to this email and let me know! I would love to hear from you.

Okay. Without further ado, let's start shopping! 🎁

• home + office •

It's said that "home is where the heart is." These gifts offer a bit of sparkle and love to your living space. Included is everything from candles and planters to kitchen accessories and cleaning supplies.

more ideas

All Purpose Cleaner | Good Vibes | $13

Everyday Napkin, set of 4 | Goodee | $16

Asiniikaa Tea Towel | Indigo Arrows | $19

Karula Grass Woven Trays | Mo's Crib | $22

Swedish Wooden Candle Holder | Golden Age Design | $22

Superwhisk (rechargeable frother) | Golde | $25

Luvhaus - Aubade Mug | Show & Tell | $40

• ART + CREATIVITY •

We all need a bit of creativity in our life. This section contains tools to help your inner artist shine. In it you'll find journals and pencils as well as games and painting supplies.

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Hand Embroidery Kit | Natalie Gaynor Designs | $37

Creative Thinking Journal | Uncommon Goods | $30

The Moth: A Game of Storytelling | Uncommon Goods | $18

Music Playing Cards | Uncommon Goods | $10

Canvas Zipper Pouch | Archer & Olive | $19

Liberatory Care Coloring Book | Bookshop.org | $22

Drehgriffel Nr. 2 - The Pencil | Bullet Journal | $36

• WARM + COZY •

The winter months are upon us. I don't know about you, but for me these darker days require a bit of extra cozy to me get through. This section includes things like sweaters, scarves, slippers, and hot drinks.

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Cacao Turmeric Latte Blend | Golde | $32

Women's Flannel Robe | L.L. Bean | $99

Men's Gripper Slipper | Bombas | $48

50/50 Classic Jogger | Girlfriend Collective | $47

Thermal Merino Base Layer Crew | Smartwool | $115

Rubber Hot Water Bottle + Cover | Vermont Country Store | $20

Smart Heated Throw | Warmee | $299

• OUTDOORS + ACTIVE •

Whether you're biking, running, hiking, or gardening, it's important to have the right gear for your favorite activities. In this section you'll find things like bike shorts and swim caps as well as crossbody bags and microgreens.

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High-Rise Pocket Bike Short | Girlfriend Collective | $41

Regular Swim Cap | Soul Cap | $16

Co-op Cycles CTY Step-Through Bike | REI Co-op | $599

Roam Loud Water Bottle | Roam Loud | $30

Golf Pure Grip Weighted Training Gloves | PowerHandz | $50

Women's 8" Bean Boots | L.L. Bean | $149

• ACCESSORIES + BLING •

Time to zhoosh up your wardrobe! Add a bit of extra flare to someone's life with these beautiful gifts. Included are things like necklaces and cufflinks to totes and sunglasses.

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Loop Experience Plus Earplugs | Loop Earplugs | $45

Selena Beanie | ABLE | $38

Suhni Sunglasses | 3rd Eye View | $33

'Fia' Spirited Gemstone Ring | Lines & Current | $70

Men's Dress Socks - 4 Pack | Bombas | $78

Vegan Cork Leather Slim Cardholder | Mind the Cork | $20

• BODY + BEAUTY •

Everyone needs to take some time for themselves. This selection offers an elevated self-care experience. Choose from things like face masks and pomade to trimmers and wildflower honey.

more ideas

Rose Hip Bath Fizzies | Eighth Generation | $24

Nellie Tsosie Pinõn Lip Balm | 4 Kinship | $8

Gem Face Roller | Romi Apothecary | $50

Creamed Wildflower Honey | Zac&Zoë Sweet Bee Farm | $24

Nodpod Sleep Mask | Nodpod | $34

Vegan Multistick Full Face Set | Axiology | $65

• SPIRIT + SOUL •

Give people the gift of calm and relaxation this year by helping them connect with their soul. This section includes everything from crystals and smudge sticks to stovetop potpourris and gratitude decks.

more ideas

Black Power Tarot Deck | Reparations Club | $35

Intention Candle | Sweet Pea Co. | $34

Moshi - Hand Rolled Charcoal Incense | Heritage Apothecary | $9

Palo Santo | Moon Body Soul | $9

Healing Moon Cycle Tea | Urban Gurvi Mama Shop | $40

Anti-Anxiety Lavender Lotion | Lalus Treasures | $22

Lessons from the Empress | Cassandra Snow and Siri Vincent Plouff | $16

• FOR THE KIDS •

Wondering what to get your niece, nephew, grandkid, or even your own child? I've got you covered! Below are a bunch of ideas for kids categorized by: babies, toddlers, kids, and teens.

– babies –

Foldable Snack Cup - Gray | Evergreen Baby | $16

Jungle Animals Chunky Puzzle | Kido | $19

Baby Key Teether Rattle | Kido | $15

Wooden Mobile | Kido | $25

Baby Cuddle Cloth - Cat | Golden Age Design | $34

Stackable Bath Toys | Yinnibinni Baby | $38

– toddlers –

Kaleidoscope Blocks | Golden Age Design | $50

Ada Twist Lab Doll | The Black Toy Store | $27

Bath Crayons | Yinnibinni Baby | $15

ABC Affirmation Cards | Yinnibinni Baby | $29

Matching Pairs Memory Game | Upbounders | $18

Toddler Snow Suit | L.L. Bean | $99

– kids –

Merry & Bright Puzzle | Puzzle Folk | $25

Code Piano STEM Coding Toy | The Black Toy Store | $50

Ultrawashable Felt Pens | Kido | $19

Create Your Own Published Storybook Kit | Uncommon Goods | $30

Creatibles DIY Air-Dry Clay Kits | Golden Age Design | $22

Picnic Panic Board Game | Upbounders | $21

– teens –

3D Printing Pen Set | 3 Doodler | $80

Christmas in the City Puzzle | Puzzle Folk | $25

Gratitude Journal Set | Be Rooted | $25

Letter and Number Stamp Set | KiwiCo | $13

Stereo Headphones | KiwiCo | $40

Kids vs. Adults Trivia Game | Uncommon Goods | $24

• BOOK RECS •

note: if you buy books via my links, I get a small commission

CHILDREN

Little Penguins | Cynthia Rylant | $18

The Snowy Day | Ezra Jack Keats | $8

Real to Me | Minh Lê | $18

Remember | Joy Harjo | $18

Frog and Toad - 4 book set | Arnold Lobel | $19

Astro Girl | Ken Wilson-Max | $9

Corduroy | Don Freeman | $8

The Book With No Pictures | B. J. Novak | $17

Your Whole Body | Lizzie DeYoung Charbonneau | $15

MIDDLE GRADE

Ellie Engle Saves Herself | Leah Johnson | $18

The Year My Life Went Down the Toilet | Jake Maia Arlow | $17

Tethered to Other Stars | Elisa Stone Leahy | $19

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse | Charlie Mackesy | $22

Just a Pinch of Magic | Alechia Dow | $17

You Know, Sex | Cory Silverberg and Fiona Smyth | $28

The Bravest Warrior in Nefaria | Adi Alsaid | $18

Ravenfall | Kalyn Josephson | $16

From the Desk of Zoe Washington | Janae Marks | $8

YOUNG ADULT

Love Radio | Ebony Ladelle | $19

A Memory Made Real | Nicole Adair | $19

Delicious Monsters | Liselle Sambury | $21

What the River Knows | Isabel Ibañez | $19

Rise to the Sun | Leah Johnson | $11

Divine Rivals | Rebecca Ross | $18

The Demon, the Hero, and the City of Seven | A.E. Kincaid | $13

Bring Me Your Midnight | Rachel Griffin | $18

Chaos Theory | Nic Stone | $18

ADULT

Yellowface | R.F. Kuang | $28

The Unmaking of June Farrow | Adrienne Young | $26

Lament of the Wolf | C.A. Farran | $17

Stirring Up Love | Chandra Blumberg | $13

On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous | Ocean Vuong | $17

All My Rage | Sabaa Tahir | $13

Greedy | Jen Winston | $18

The Midnight Library | Matt Haig | $17

Entangled Life | Merlin Sheldrake | $17

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