Inside: Do you need inspiration for your Christmas gifts? These are some of my favorite things and they all make great gifts.
As with all of my gift guides, these are all items that I own, have tried, or have given to someone.
FOR CHILDREN
Cascadia
My college son introduced us to this one. It’s a simple, fast-moving board game where you compete to build the best ecosystems. Ages 10+.
FOR TEENS
Apple AirTags
For backpacks, purses, sports bags and key chains so that teenagers can locate them.
FOR THE PUPPIES
happy scarves
Easy to put on and take off and available in a variety of fun prints. (And the seller is great at helping you determine the correct size for your dog.) Stewart will be wearing the Christmas plaid this month!
FOR THE FELINES
Cat bed with window perch
This was one of our best acquisitions this year (aside from three kittens). Our trio loves it so much that we got a second position.
FOR GRANDPARENTS
digital frame
Family members can add photos from their camera rolls through the app so there’s always a rotating display of memories. Choose from different frames and mats.
FOR A FRIEND
Organic cotton sweater
This fisherman knit sweater comes in 18 colors and is substantial without being bulky. Choose a size larger if you want a roomy fit.
FOR A LIGHT SLEEP
white noise machine
If street noise or teenagers preparing a midnight meal are disrupting your sleep, the Yogasleep Dohm UNO white noise machine will help block it out. Super simple but effective. We have one for ourselves and one for our son.
FOR A BAKER
Baking from Scratch Magazine
An artisanal food magazine that celebrates baking and will inspire the baker in your life. And yes, it’s an old school magazine that arrives in the mail!
FOR SOMEONE WHO IS ALWAYS COLD
Rechargeable hand warmer
Stocking stuffer alert! This cute hand warmer heats up quickly, has a built-in flashlight, and is heated from both sides. Lasts about 2-3 hours on a charge. Put it in the pocket of a coat or pants to feel a little warmer when it’s cold.
FOR SOMEONE SUPER SPECIAL
Jeni’s Ice Cream Sampler
I have sent this gourmet ice cream as a gift several times and it is (literally!) a huge treat. You can order a themed package or choose five favorite flavors.
For a host
Colorful Candles
These fair trade candles, hand-poured by artisans in Indonesia, come in stripes or solids in a pack of six.
FOR ANYONE
Color Guru Color Analysis
Knowing “your colors” makes getting dressed (and shopping) easier. You get a physical card plus a digital one to keep on your phone. Use code REALMOM for 10 percent off.
FOR YOURSELF
Nokbox
Organize everything from passwords and bank accounts to your friends’ contact information for your closest family members. Morbid? Maybe. But also incredibly useful. I highly recommend purchasing the fireproof version.
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