'Tis the Gift
In the Wheel of The Year, gift giving has been an important part of both November’s feast and the Winter Solstice since way back before Jesus was born or Amazon started promoting Black Friday early. Gifts express gratitude, appreciation and most importantly, love. It is the act of the exchange, both the giving and receiving and the outward expression of generosity that truly matters and embodies the spirit of gifting. It’s not the item itself; we should all know this.
Have you ever been on the receiving end of a handful of messy weeds and flowers selected for you with intention by a child? Well, that’s the spirit right there. Gifts are love. Whether you’ve committed with your loved ones to no purchases and an exchange of simple home cooked delights, or you’re splashing out on a brand-new car, make sure the intention is pure this season. And should you need help in the space between, we’ve got a host of beautiful holiday gift ideas and gift sets to help say exactly what you mean: I love you.
Partner
Mother
Father
Stepmother / Mother in Law
Stepfather / Father in Law
Sister
Brother
Child / Godchild
BFF
Godparent
Sister in Law / Brother in Law
Gift Sets
Facial Gift Set
MAGIC ORGANIC APOTHECARY
“MOA has created this special Facial Gift Set, containing two of MOA's most popular products, for a simple daily skin ritual. What’s inside: Daily Cleansing Ritual; a hot cloth cleansing kit, including a 50ml glass pot of The Green Balm and a luxurious bamboo face cloth. With step by step instructions on how to cleanse with the balm on the back of the box. Ideal for oily, acne skin as well as dry and sensitive skin types. Leaves the skin naturally balanced. Aphrodite Facial Oil 30ml; a beautiful blend of rosehip, Damask rose and rose geranium essential oils, with yarrow and marshmallow extract to protect and moisturise the face, for a truly radiant complexion.”
Pizza Sauce & Focaccia Dough Balsawood Gift
BELLA CUCINA
“Our homemade pizza sauce with focaccia dough makes a great gift for a family activity. Shelf Life: 1 year (Focaccia Dough) 2 year (Pizza Sauce)”
Mug & Plain Drinking Chocolate Gift Set
COCO CHOCOLATIER
“The perfect pairing of smooth flaked Spicy Aztec drinking chocolate with a bone china mug. Our mugs are decorated in Scotland and feature the art of William LaChance. This is a thoughtful gift for lovers of both chocolate and art, that includes our top tips on how to make the perfect hot chocolate cup.”
Beard oil gift set
LOS POBLANOS
NYBG Lilac Gift Set
CASWELL MASSEY
“If you are lucky enough to experience the fleeting annual blossoming of lilac, you know the intoxicating aroma of this flower on a sunny spring day. Discover the romantic scent in three luxurious formulas, beautifully packaged as a gift for someone special (yes, that includes yourself). Together with the master gardeners at the New York Botanical Gardens and renowned perfumer Laurent Le Guernec, we captured the fragrance of lilacs at the Garden's Lilac Hill during their brief yet magical spring flowering period. Our Lilac eau de toilette is fresh and delicate, with whispering hints of suede and amber that reveal themselves as you wear it. The hand cream absorbs quickly and leaves lasting hydration, restoring youthful smoothness to skin. And our triple-milled soap gently cleanses skin without drying, while filling the air with a delightful floral fragrance. As part of our collaboration with New York Botanical Garden, a portion of proceeds from the sale of this gift set will support the Garden's work in plant research and conservation, horticulture, and education.”
Zodiac Bath Balm Gift Sets
MUSEE
“Discover our cosmic collection of Zodiac Gift Sets! Our Zodiac inspired 4 ounce, 4 bath bath balm is the perfect gift for astrology lovers. Find balance and harmony with the calming scents of yuzu, clementine, and creamy santal. Drench your skin in the healing waters of ylang ylang essential oil and coconut milk Bath.”
The Mindfulness Collection Gift Sets Clarity & Presence
P & T - PAPER & TEA
“Two origin teas in a P & T gift box in support of the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation - As part of an ongoing collaboration with global and spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh, the Mindfulness Duo presents two origin teas: a milky oolong from Thailand and a green tea from China, in a P & T gift box. This gift seeks to awaken our senses to the pure, present moment with every sip of tea. The Mindfulness Collection is a part of the Thich Nhat Hanh collection. Here 5% of the profit is donated to the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation.”
Wildflower and Stone Fruit Collection
BELLOCQ TEA ATELIER
“A sonnet in a charming yellow gift box. OurWildflower and Stone Fruit Collectionis an exquisite ode to summer featuring wildflower-inspired No.12 Le Hammeau and a jar of our sublime Peach and Le Hammeau fruit preserve. Pairs well with ripe stone fruits and sugared biscuits, an ash-ripened couronne lochoise,a bowl of cherries, whole-grain sourdough toast, rose water meringue, or tender crepes and whipped cream.
no. 12 Le Hammeau A refreshing and light-hearted blend of organic lemongrass and verbena with lavender, rose petals, mint, and sage. Caffeine-free, this tisane may be enjoyed all day, delicious iced as well as hot. We recommend garnishes of thin slices of orange and a sprig of just plucked mint, sage, or lavender.”
Clear Lid Gift Set of 4 Bon Bon Soaps
MURPHYANDDAUGHTERS
“Four triple milled soaps made with goats milk and enriched with shea butter creating a creamy, moisturizing lather. With 4 Gold Foiled wrapped Bon Bon soaps. Our soaps are hand wrapped - like a candy- at Ability Works - a social enterprise organization that employs people with disabilities. Made in Australia. 4 x 100grams/3.5Oz”
Chai Best Sellers Gift Set
CHAI BOX