Stuff We Actually Love: 40 Thoughtful Gifts
November 20, 2023
Looking for a solid holiday gift for someone who appreciates practicality? Or perhaps you have people in your life who seem to have everything but still expect a little something? Or perhaps YOU are the one that hates buying worthless, last minute gifts (yeah, us too!)
Below is a list of holiday gifts that we actually love. These smaller, (mostly) stocking-stuffer sized gifts are all things we either use on a daily basis, have been gifted, or gift regularly to our own loved ones. We receive a small commission for any purchased items on this page (like 10 cents) but everything has been hand selected by us and we stand behind the quality of every item.
First up, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention our very own Heirloom Soul Florals Dahlia Tuber Gift Card. For the gardener in your life, this is such a fun gift because they get to peruse our online dahlia tuber shop until the sale goes live in March 2024. We will have over 40 varieties of dahlia tubers available this Spring, along with curated gift boxes. We can’t wait to share the beauty of our flower fields!
The absolute best natural facial moisturizer for dry winter nights: ORIGINS DRINK UP INTENSIVE OVERNIGHT MASK
A jaw-droppingly beautiful book of modern botanical illustrations: BOTANICUM
Bring with you to holiday family gatherings to start awesome conversations or gift to your parents: FAMILY TABLE TOPICS
Our favorite lip balm brand in a perfect gift package: POPPY & POUT BEST OF THE BEST BUNDLE
For the person who loves to learn new things: SIBLEY’S TREE IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Premium kitchen essential for the home chef: BRIGHTLAND EVOO SET
The person who is all fun & games in the backyard: BACKYARD BOCCE SET -or- TWISTER ULTIMATE
For the indoor/outdoor plant enthusiast or flower arranger: JAPANESE-STYLE PINK FLORAL SNIPS
A gesture of gratitude for your holiday party host: SAYSO COCKTAIL SACHET BAGS
The push needed for the person who keeps saying they want to “get rid of all their grass” (we all know one of these people): NATURE’S BEST HOPE (IMO every person should read this anyway, so might as well get a copy for yourself)
For the person who demands “useful” gifts: OUR FAVORITE NATURAL DEODORANT + BIRDIE PERSONAL SAFETY ALARM
Thoughtful gifts for couples: 201 RELATIONSHIP QUESTIONS BOOK + THE HONEY GAME
For a coffee lover, you cannot go wrong with a CLASSIC BODUM FRENCH PRESS + a bag of locally-roasted whole bean coffee
One for you, one for your best friend: GET UNTAMED, THE JOURNAL
For the easy-going person who loves picnics, parks, camping, and the outdoors: CHILLBO SHWAGGINS
Actually good, super soft and warm, slipper socks: POLAR EXTREME THERMAL SOCKS
For the creative explorer in your life: MINIATURE FLOWER PRESS KIT
For the person who loves spending time in the backyard: COPPER RAIN CHAIN + CRESCENT MOON COPPER BIRD FEEDER
A compassionate story for all toddlers: THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE
For an adventurous family: A YEAR OF FOREST SCHOOL + PLAY THE FOREST SCHOOL WAY
Put together a gift basket with these thoughtful items for your pregnant friend that aren’t about the baby: THE FIRST FORTY DAYS + THENA NATURAL SITZ BATH SOAK + ORGANIC RASPBERRY LEAF TEA + OUR FAVORITE LUXURIOUS HAND CREAM + A SOFT NEW ROBE
For the friend who always goes dry in January: FREE AF NA-COCKTAIL TASTING SIX PACK
We all know a puzzle lover. These ones are gorgeous: VINTAGE PUZZLES IN CYLINDER
More gifts for an avid gardener — our favorite tools: A.M. LEONARD SOIL KNIFE IN SHEATH + CARHARTT CANVAS APRON (adjustable, fits women who wear pants size M and up) + WOODEN DIBBER + FELCO PRUNING SHEARS + SCOTTISH FINE SOAPS CO. GARDENERS HAND THERAPY SET
A fun, healthy-ish pick-me-up drink for the midday office worker: FOUR SIGMATIC ‘THINK’ ORGANIC LION’S MANE & CHAGA MUSHROOM COFFEE PACKETS
