Thoughtful Natural Gifts Everyone Will Love This Holiday Season
- Missy Irish
- Nov 12
- 5 min read
I'm singing "these are a few of my favorite things" in the voice of Julie Andrews in my head as I'm writing this. Not only is that one of my favorite holiday songs but it's actually true. The items on this gift list can be found in our home, and on our bodies; from the practical (freeze dryer) to the luxurious (sheepskin throw) everything here has been approved by me (or someone in our family) as a gift worth giving. Below is my guide to some fantastic natural, and practical, gifts that everyone will appreciate this holiday season.
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My cozy sheepskin slippers, sheepskin throw and sheepskin hot water bottle cover are items that get daily use at our home, especially in the cold winter months. I love that I am supporting a small family run business when I purchase from East Perry. This is accessible luxury that also improves the health of your gift recipient.
Bath & Body
I have very delicate and thin hair and I'm absolutely loving this hair care bundle from Plant Therapy. I've been using the Rosemary & Castor Oil overnight and then washing it out in the morning, it's definitely helping my scalp health. The Rosemary Rice Water spray was almost stollen by my teen daughter the other day, we both love it! Plant Therapy is also a great source for essential oils, cleaning products and another one of my favorites, their linen sprays.
My daughters will always find a little something from Toups and Co Organics in their stockings. This is the makeup I use daily, and when I don't have any of my homemade tallow balm this is the one I purchase. The tinted lip balm is one of my favorite products they make, you'll always find it in my purse. They also have some really lovely gift sets for men and women. Everything is completely non-toxic, organic and safe.
Handmade tallow soaps from Serenity Soap Co. make a thoughtful gift that marries luxury with practicality. My friend Mary makes pure and simple natural soap that is gentle enough for babies and faces.
These soaps come beautifully packaged with no plastic—perfect for enhancing any gift basket or stocking.
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This is the best natural deodorant I've ever used, and I've used them all over the past 30 years of my natural deodorant journey. Pit Liquor even knocks out our teen's "pit power" as we call it. This all natural deodorant will make a great stocking stuffer for all the stinky pre-teens and teens in your house. Or buy one for yourself if you've yet to find a natural deodorant that actually works.
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Natural Fiber Clothing & Bedding
It's true, I'm obsessed with wearing and sleeping on natural fibers. Why? Because putting plastic fabrics (aka: polyester) next to your skin is like bathing in toxins 24/7. I promise if you make the switch to wearing and sleeping on natural fibers you'll just feel so much better! Here are a few of my favorite brands of wool and natural fiber clothing and bedding.
This bedding literally changed how I sleep. I went from being hot and uncomfortable on my old mattress to feeling like Goldilocks when she found baby bear's bed... ahhhh... just right. We have the Snuggle Mate 3-inch wool topper over our temperpedic mattress and the Eco-Wool pillows. I dream of buying one of their wool mattresses in the future. If you want to make someone extra happy this holiday season splurge on some wool bedding!
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If you or someone you know can't wear Merino wool because it makes you itch, give the base layers from Nui Organics a try. They make lovely and itch free silk & wool blend base layers for adults and children alike.
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MamaOwl is full of beautiful heirloom quality natural fiber clothing. From wool outerwear for the kids to beautiful merino knitwear for women. The silk and merino scoop neck tops from MamaOwl are a staple in my closet, I have one in almost every color. Bonus: their website is dreamy, everything is beautifully photographed, it's a delight to browse.
Kyrgies socks are the softest I've put on my feet. I actually hide them from my sock stealing teen and plan to get her some of her own this Christmas. They are made with cotton, alpaca and wool. These make a great stocking stuffer!
In The Kitchen
You can't go wrong with a couple of organic teas and a cast iron tea pot from Mountain Rose Herbs. I love a good black tea and the Assam from Mountain Rose is perfect with milk and honey. Apple Spice and Coconut Rooibos are two herbal options that are delicious! Tea is a thoughtful and very useful gift for anyone on your list.
I use my Smithy No 12 Skillet and No 12 Flat Top Griddle every single day. They literally live on top of my stove and are one of the best purchases I've ever made. Anyone who cooks will be thrilled with a Cast Iron from Smithy, trust me. They are worth every penny for from scratch home cooks.
This year we got a Blue Alpine freeze dryer. Here's what I love about this company compared to the competition: 25%-50% faster dry times, large capacity and fast cooling, assembled here in Idaho where they give excellent customer service. If someone you love is a gardener or a prepper this is the gift to give this season! It will really be the gift that keeps giving for years to come.
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You'll find this Bosch Mixer on my kitchen counter where it gets used mutltiple times a week. This mixer replaced my Kitchen Aid and I absolutely love it. If you know someone who loves to bake they will be thrilled with a Bosch Mixer. For bread bakers or freshly milled grain enthusiasts the NutriMill grain mill is also a must have.
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