Whether you’re shopping for a mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, daughter, aunt, friend or anyone else on your list of people to surprise this holiday season, I hope my gift guides are helpful to you and make it a little easier to shop for someone special on your list!
Note: You may also check out my Amazon shop where you’ll find my Gift Guide for Her page for anyone who might want to reference it in the future for last-minute ideas and shopping.
Gift Guide 2023: For Her
A Gift to Support Her Hobby
Hooray for hobbies! Sometimes life can feel so crazy that hobbies can fall to the wayside but if you know a hobby your loved one enjoys or previously enjoyed, a gift catered to their hobby might be a welcomed surprise to support something they love or even help reignite their enjoyment of a prior favorite past time.
For readers: Monogramed Stitched Bookmark (these are beautiful!) / New Book (especially one you personally read and loved!) / Embroidered Bookmark / Take a Look, It’s In a Book T-shirt (for former Reading Rainbow fanatics like me) / E-reader (I am partial to my Kindle for a myriad of reasons. I especially love that I can read it in the dark — the black background with white text is my favorite for nighttime reading — and, as someone who never thought I’d be into an e-reader I love that my Kindle makes it easy to fly through books and have the next great read at my fingertips. Once I discovered Libby and Hoopla, two apps that allow you to download books for free through your local library, a whole new world opened up.)
For puzzlers: Puzzle Board (for organized puzzling) / New Puzzle (this is our family’s favorite holiday puzzle — also, my mom loves puzzles and I love to gift her puzzles related to something she loves — her hometown, a nostalgic memory, etc.) / Photo Puzzle (turn any picture into a puzzle)
For fitness fanatics: The Amazon sweatshirt we all love so much / alo, Bombas or lululemon Crew Socks (love the retro look!) / Massage for sore muscles / New Balance 237 Sneakers (Comfortable enough to walk a million miles! I have them in multiple colors because I love them so much. Size up 1/2 size.) / lululemon All Night Festival Bag (my favorite for the gym but also everything else in life — I gave it to my mom and she loves it, too!) / lululemon Align Leggings (Another one I’ve gifted to my mom and sister. A huge hit with so many people for good reason.)
For gardeners + Plant lovers: Vegetable/Herb Garden Markers (these ceramic markers are on my personal wish list + I love these simple markers + these are hilarious, especially for a first-time gardener), Personalized Garden Trowels / Personalized Flower Pot (such a sweet idea for a grandmother) / Just One More Plant Sweatshirt
For those who love a needle and thread: Embroidery Kit (this Etsy shop has some of the most gorgeous designs) / Knitting Bag (to hold their supplies / Crochet Kit (could be fun for a mother or grandmother to try this Christmas kit with little ones) / Punch Needle Kit (I’m dying to try this!) / Blanket Knitting Kit
For creatives: Sketchbook / Watercolor Painting Travel Box
Whether your loved one is someone who enjoys spending time in the kitchen or is simply someone who likes to eat and appreciates good food, a food-themed gift is one I think many would appreciate!
For the person who loves to cook: Personalized Recipe Book (I can only imagine how treasured this would be if it was all filled up by hand and passed from generation to generation) / A New Cookbook ( The Well Plated Cookbook, Half Baked Harvest Every Day / The Defined Dish)
For the baker: Set of Measuring Cups + Spoons (this set is lovely and it’s the set I own and love) / A new cookbook (Martha Stewart’s Cookies, Betty Crocker’s Cooky Book <– all kinds of nostalgic!) / Baking Spirits Bright Sweatshirt
For the bread enthusiast: Sourdough Starter + Proofing Baskets (I got a sourdough started from my friend Brittany and paired it with proofing baskets for my sister for her birthday and it jumpstarted her love of sourdough bread baking!) / “Breaducated” Sweatshirt / Sourdough Starter Kit / Bread Basket with Terracotta Warmer (gorgeous and practical)
For the coffee or tea fanatic: SMEG milk frother (the retro-inspired frother we have and love) / Gooseneck Electric Kettle (another one of our favorites) / Anthropologie Holiday Initial Mug / Rifle Paper Co. Holiday Mug
For the ice cream lover: Ice Cream Maker (we have this Cuisinart ice cream maker and use all year long) / Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass Containers (we use these to store the ice cream we make) / The Perfect Scoop (so many delicious ice cream recipes to make!) / Ninja Creami (for super-fast smaller batches of ice cream)
As I get older, I’ve found myself increasingly appreciating all things cozy. Home is my favorite place to be and when a gift makes home feel a little more warm and comfortable, I’m all about it. Plus, cozy gifts are some of the most fun for me to shop for and give! A few ideas:
Cozy robe: UGG Marlow Robe (the robe I wear all winter long) / Barefoot Dreams Robe (the beloved Barefoot Dreams blanket in robe-form) / Lightweight Robe (I have this breathable Amazon robe for spring + summer weather — it’s great if you’re one who often gets overheated in warmer robes)
Candle: ILLUME Woodfire Candle (a woodsy, cozy scent) / Anthropologie Capri Blue Volcano Candle (the scent every person on the planet loves) / Voluspa Candle Set (I received this one year and it was such a fun way to try a bunch of new luxurious candles) / Thymes Frasier Fur (a holiday dream candle)
Comfy slippers: Platform Cloud Slippers / Shearling Slippers / Maeve Fuzzy Slippers / UGG Tazzlita Platform Slippers
Eye mask: NodPod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask / Musicozy Sleep Headphones (perfect for those who like to listen to an audiobook, podcast or meditation before bed) / Silk Eye Mask
Pajamas: GAP Modal Pajamas (the softest fabric) / Amazon Cotton Pajamas (I have this set in blue and it’s lovely)
Silk pillowcase: Blissy Silk Pillowcase (I sleep on mine every night)
Soft throw blanket: Ultra-Cozy Christmas Tree Throw / Cloudy Boucle Blanket / Windowpane Buttery Blanket
If a friend or family member is someone who likes things super-organized, a gift to help them keep things in order might be appreciated! A few ideas:
New Planner + Pens: TUL Pens (the only ones I’m mentioning because they’re a dream) / Rifle Paper Co. Monthly Planner / Anthropologie Simple Planner
Milestone Memory Box: Perfect for a mom of little ones with a desire to keep projects and memories organized.
Family Wall Calendar: To keep the whole family organized.
Label Maker + Assorted Mesh Pouches: Ridiculously handy! I used them to organize our electronic junk drawer but I’ve seen people use them to organize everything from kid crafts and puzzles to travel essentials.
For Keeping Things Clean: Handheld Vacuum (a game changer for keeping my car clean, vacuuming out cabinets/drawers, etc.) / Little Green Machine (essential for carpet and upholstery cleaning) / Tineco Wet Vac (You know my love for this wet vac runs deep! / Amber Glass Soap Dispenser (gorgeous — we have them all over our house) / Entry Way Organizer (We have this one to hang keys and Pepper’s leashes on and it’s stunning)
A few beauty-related ideas for the woman who loves all things beauty!
Makeup/Toiletry Bag: Large Capacity Makeup Bag (the bag I use to store ALL of my makeup!) / Hanging Toiletry Bag
Beauty Extras: LANIEGE Lip Mask / Light-Up Travel Mirror (I use this when I travel but also at the kitchen counter when I want to do my makeup while the boys eat breakfast. So handy!) / Makeup Eraser (My mom has a knack for discovering viral products years before they catch on and this is one that found its way into my Christmas stocking years ago. I works so well and is incredibly soft.) / Mighty Patch (for spot-treating blemishes– I use one whenever I feel a zit coming on to get ahead of it) / Under Eye Patches / Tweezerman Eyelash Comb (my favorite for separating eyelashes after mascara for a natural yet fluffy, voluminous look)
Hair Favorites: VOLO Quick-Dry Towel (I use this every time I wash my hair to reduce dry time, frizz and breakage)/ BaByliss Hair Dryer (The blow dryer I bought after using it at a friend’s house because it was so amazing and made my hair feel so silky! I’ve had it for 8+ years.) Silk Hair Ties (I use one in my hair every night — so soft and great for reducing bumps from too-tight hair ties.) / Hair Growth Oil (I apply this nourishing oil to my scalp 2+ hours — or overnight — before washing my hair to help with growth and hair strength)
Makeup Favorites: Julep Eyeshadow Stick / Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip / ILIA Super Serum Skin Tint / Tarte Blush Tape / NYX Lip Oil / Dr. Brandt Liquid Sun Shield / Jane Iredale Lip and Cheek Stain / Beauty By Earth Sunless Tanning Drops
If your loved one is pet-obsessed (ahem, raises hand), they might appreciate a gift related to their beloved best friend. A few ideas: Embroidered Pet Portrait (I gave this to Ryan after Sadie passed and to one of the boys’ teachers after her dog died and both were treasured gifts) / Custom Pet Sweatshirt / Custom Embroidered Pet Hat / Watercolor Pet Painting / Pet Mug / Custom Clay Pet Figurine / Custom Pet Ornament (I actually ordered this one of a picture of Pepper for Ryder’s annual ornament this year because Pepper is his favorite thing on the planet)
For the woman who appreciates a little update to her wardrobe or jewelry collection, a new addition for her closet might be appreciated. A few personal favorites: Free People Quilted Carryall Bag (holds so much!) / Ankle Booties (I have them in black and cognac and love them dressed up or down) / Stacking Rings (love these birthstone rings and these simple ultra-thin gold stacking rings) Extra Long Puffer Vest (I’ve been throwing this one over a sweatshirt and love the layered look) / Satin Bow Hair Barrette (I love that bows are making a comeback and ordered this one for myself! It has such a lovely, romantic look at a great pricepoint.) / Soft Puff Weekender Bag (another one I have and love for travel) / Oversized Super-Comfy Sweater / Personalized Jewelry (I ordered this initial bracelet for my mom 2 years ago with all of her grandchildren’s initials and this birth flower pendant for my sister after the birth of her first child) / Target Slip Skirt (The skirt I have in 4 colors because the fit is so great. Cute with a sweatshirt and sneakers or dressed up with heels!)
