Thoughtful Gifts For Any List: Under $50
Whether for a white elephant, stocking stuffer, him, her, hostess, new neighbor, new mom & baby (or just a little way to treat yourself), here are a few thoughtful gifts with an emphasis on supporting small brands, businesses, artisans, makers and creators + gifts that give back.
Happy holidays to all, any way you celebrate. x
A few thoughtful, do-good places to peruse for gifts this season and beyond:
Social Goods
Uncommon Goods
The Little Market
Hand-Mixed Sugar Scrub :
This easy “everyone” gift is simple, yet practical for anyone on your list. What better way to say * treat yourself * than with a gift that says self-care. This sugar scrub is hand-mixed & supports survivors of human trafficking in Los Angeles.
Market Tote :
Practical and purposeful on its own but can also be topped off with a food gift or something cozy, purchases of this petite market tote support weavers in Ghana who are preserving a traditional technique while earning a sustainable income.
“Happy Everything” Candle :
A happy little reminder fit for anyone on your list + easy to grab and gift every holiday season. These small-batch candles are made by women who resettled as refugees in the US.
Tutu Red Wine Glass :
Have and love these tutu glasses. The perfect twist on a wine (or water or anything) glass & would be the perfect unique gift for a girlfriend—just add wine bottle.
Orrefors Crystal Bowl :
I love browsing Etsy for vintage finds and all things glassware. “Orrefors Crystal Bowl” is a search I do often for special pieces for any home.
Washed Linen Apron :
I like popping over to My Bloomist for gifts for the home that are thoughtful and unique (their partners are small-batch makers). This linen apron is a classic + would pair perfectly with another small home or food item. I’d be oh-so-happy to get this in a white elephant!
Hand-Carved Twisted Wood Salad Servers :
A hand-made gift fit for any home & one that also supports wood carving artisans in Kenya. Pair with linen napkins or simply tie with a ribbon for a festive host or hostess gift.
Etsy Gift Card :
I adore browsing Etsy for all things home, vintage and beyond + it’s the perfect way for you (and your giftee) to support a small business, artisan or creative.
Polar Bear Stuffed Animal :
A sweet little handmade gift for the little ones in your life. Every purchase of this stuffed animal empowers artisans at Naguska in Peru.
Porter Mug :
BYO reusable mug! I love these ceramic mugs wrapped in silicone & the cream is just chic. For the mindful drink lover, their mugs are perfect gifted on their own or paired with coffee or tea—or a gift card to a local spot!
Marble Scallop Bowl :
A sweet little dish for any home! Another Etsy find, I also have this one in the 6” size & it’s just a perfect piece to place anywhere and everywhere.
Self-Watering Lavender Grow Kit :
Really I just think Uncommon Goods is such a fun place to check for incredibly unique and thoughtful gifts. Uncommon little gems from independent makers and designers + through their Better to Give program, $1 of every purchase goes to a Better to Give partner of your choice. Whether it’s this little lavender plant or not, you’re sure to find something personal.
Rattan Trinket Basket :
A handwoven vessel or catchall that empowers artisan women at MANAVA in Cambodia. Perfect for any home.
Flora Taper Candle Holder :
A cute little candle holder that’s both beautiful and unique.
The ReBoard :
We love our ReBoard cutting board (made of discarded kitchen plastic scraps) + 50% of sales go to Heart of Dinner and Drive Change. It’s just a nice little purposeful, sustainable gift for any home.