The holidays are always full of so much planning and preparation. The hardest thing by far, is figuring out what to buy for everyone on your list! There’s that friend who has everything, your nephew who only likes video games and the dog. If only someone who could along with some great gift ideas. Save you from wandering around a mall aimlessly for hours on end with nothing to show for it. Keep reading for some great christmas gifts ideas from stocking stuffers to christmas gift baskets. By the end of this page, you will have all the inspiration you need to tackle your christmas gifts shopping.
1. For the Foodie
Everyone eats. Everyone (we hope) enjoys food. For that impossible person to buy for, a food basket is sure to be a home run gift. To make your own start with a bottle of nice wine or a couple of bottles of local craft beer. Fill the basket with some of your favourite antipasti, preserves or cheeses from your favourite artisanal food shops. To save time or to have your basket delivered directly to its recipient, most artisanal food shops will have premade baskets and boxes ready for you to order.
2. For the Pet Parent
Anything featuring their fur baby’s face will bring joy and delight to any pet parent. These adorable pet portrait necklaces will keep a person’s fur-baby close to their heart all year round. This fun DIY will allow you to turn any furry friend into pop art for the home. Or have a pet portrait commissioned for a unique gift that will be cherished for years to come.
3. For the Chocoholic
Just about anyone can get on board with a little more chocolate in their lives. These days, you can get chocolate to suit any dietary needs. Vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free etc. Fill a gift basket with some yummy chocolate treats, or have one sent right to their home
4. For the Cocktail Lover
Craft cocktails are everywhere these days so why not get the bartender in your life stocked with some cocktail crafting goodies? Start with a nice craft gin, vodka, bourbon etc. Add in a shaker and some nice cocktail glasses. Finish off with some artisanal bitters to make a cocktail lover’s basket. Or have a personalized cocktail gift basket made for your bar chef.
5. For the Coffee/ Tea Lover
For some (present company included) hot beverages are life! Some need a jolt of caffeine to start their day. Others enjoy the warmth of a nice cup of tea while they relax. Whatever the reason, coffee and tea drinkers take their hot beverages seriously (present company included!). For a super easy gift, start with a mug. With so many options, this is the perfect way for you to personalize the gift by tailoring the mug to the recipient’s personality. Would they like a funny mug or something more classic. Next, find a cool new tea or coffee that they might not have tried yet. Finish it off with some nice cookies or biscuits. Or for something a little more elaborate, order a beautiful tea or coffee lovers gift basket.
6. Charitable Donations
There is no doubt that 2020 has been a tough year for everyone. It’s forced us to reevaluate our priorities and be grateful for what we have. Many people this year are without jobs and won’t have the funds to buy Christmas gifts for their children or provide a grand turkey dinner for their families. Why not use this Christmas as an opportunity to help those who have been impacted the most? Donate a Christmas hamper to your local food bank in grandma’s name. Or maybe you donate a toy to kids in need for everyone on your list. Let’s not forget about the animals in need. For the pet parent in your life, nothing will warm their heart more than donating some food, toys or a warm bed to an animal in need.
As you can see, great gift ideas are born from thinking outside of the box. Take the time to consider who it is you are shopping for. What are they passionate about? What brings them joy? Once you establish that, the rest is a walk in the park. No matter who you are shopping for this holiday season, we have done all the brainstorming for you. We have even given you options to buy or make your own gifts. Now all that’s left is for you to go make it happen! So get that list together and start shopping for those Christmas gifts friends!
