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Shop small (& unique) My 2025 Gift Guide
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items I’ve always been an Etsy gal. Seeing true creatives live out their passions! These are shops I love to stay connected with and have in mind for gifts this holiday. And I snuck some other smaller sites in there too for you 😉
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For the whimsy touch.
For the home curators.
For the hobbyist and experimenters.
For the whimsy touch.
I love gifts that you don’t necessarily need, but they add a bit of joy into the day. These make me smile and I hope they provide some inspo!
It might just be me…but I find these so cute and silly!! Imagine these in the backyard on a rainy day? It just adds a bit of whimsy and brightness to the already gloomy times.
Hand Carved Duck Ornament with Spotty Wellies / Boots Colours Green Yellow Or Blue Wooden Fair Trade Bamboo Root Sculpture
I recently got 2 of these and they’re so perfect for head scarves, tie around your bag, or around your neck to jazz up a cute sweater. Adds color to a dreary winter outfit. Handmade from India!
Set of 10 Hand printed bandana,Neckkerchief,Handkerchief,Necktie made with natural colours gift item
Beware if your dog goes to daycare and gets dirty like mine! So switch then out beforehand but these are so cute and such good quality!
Silent Dog Tag to Slide on Pet Collar Quiet Dog ID Tag Custom Engraved Dog or Cat Tag with Dogs Name Engraved Pet ID Tag Collar Slide dt
One of my favorite shops!! Last Christmas, I gave each of my family members one that I felt resembled them. They’re just the perfect amount of whimsy and silly.
Yoga Frog | Vinyl Waterproof Sticker
Have someone in mind who has everything? I love this company because you can give them a bit about who you’re gifting for and they make a whole design! It’s such a personal gift and can get a little silly.
Nice Shirt, Thanks! – Request a Surprise, Create Your Own or Shop Tees
Ban.do will always remind me of 2014ish, in the best way. They have the cutest lowkey gifts and this one’s perfect for the friend that’s always out at a picnic or the beach (that’s me!)
Puffy Picnic Blanket - Apple Tree
Socks are something I never enjoy buying, I don’t know about you! But getting these gifted really give you a chance to spice things up under those heavy winter boots.
Super Stripe Knit House Socks - Peach Cobalt
Your family might need to have a bit of humor like mine, but these pill cases are so beautiful. I love finding everyday items and adding a bit of twist too it. Beautiful and useful!
Brass Butterfly Pill Box: White Resin Medicine Storage Case
These are such a fun style and add a bit of color to the table! Hosting a little happy hour with these just brighten the mood.
Handmade Glass Tile Coaster | Square Coaster | Birthday Gifts | Housewarming Gift | Gift for Her | Gift for Him | Christmas Gift | Holiday
Bedazzled aquafor?!?? I find this so silly and whimsy. Because why not make my everyday item special? This girl does it so beautifully.
Rhinestone Lip Balm: Bedazzled Ointment Jar, Bling Skincare
For the home curators.
I love unique home gifts that are fun to use when hosting! The kind of items you think “could never get this in Amazon”.
I’m such a fan of recycled art or gifts in general. These are so creative and I’ve purchased in the past for a gift! Great for iced coffee or to host with a meal.
Cut Wine Bottle Tumblers | Various Color Wine Bottle Glassware | Build your own set or Giftset | Recycled Wine Bottle Drinkware | Wine Gift
Who doesn’t love warm bread 👀 I love all of their styles and it’s one of those “I don’t need it but loveee that I have it” gifts!
Bread and Tortilla Warmer Ceramic Warming Stone Basket
Handmade in London, these are so good for the chronic hoster like my mom. I love their starfish ones as well. More ideal for the summer but then…they’re just excited until then to use them right?
Embroidered Linen Napkin: Blue Goldfish Design, Marine ...
I’m a sucker for ceramics but especially mugs. I love these travel mugs and especially with the glaze!! I do want to make my own one day too but whenever I have the money for that hobby.
Handmade Ceramic Travel Mug with Lid: Stoneware To-Go Cup
More repurposed/recycled work, eek!!! I love this so much for the farmers market gal in your life.
Repurposed Sari Carry-all Bag
These remind me of something my grandma would have, which is maybe why I’m always eying these. So subtle by the plants, they make you do a double take but who doesn’t love a peaceful butterfly 🥺
Stained Glass Monarch Butterfly Suncatcher Pot Decoration, Women Gift for Christmas, Sun Room Decor
These do take around 8 weeks from ordering but it’s such a sweet gift as a little trinket. I use these dishes for my rings.
Personalised Fruit Ceramic Trinket Dish
These are such good quality and perfect for that new couple in your life! I just picture these on the table with a cute candle and coffee table book.
Personalised Couples Large Matchbox
Gave these to my mom for her work desk and it’s so nice to not have an essential oil diffuser running all day. They look cute in a nice ceramic bowl.
Clay essential oil diffuser stones | These natural ceramic diffuser stones make the perfect stress relief desk accessories for office decor
Now this is art. I love my ramen bowls so much and holding a warm bowl of deliciousness that’s also beautiful just makes the meal all the more special!
Pottery Ramen Bowl; Handmade Bowl with Chopsticks; Bowls
If you’re going to gift a candle, can you please just make it a pretty one at least? These are so beautiful and smell so crisp I don’t want to burn them down. Dough bowls are always such a nice gift IMO!
Orange Cinnamon Cornflower Dough Bowl Candle, 3 Wood Wick Handmade Scent Candle Autumn Home Decor,Christmas Anniversary Housewarming Gift
For the hobbyist and experimenters.
I love a lot because I know they’ll actually get used and won’t go to waste! Because if you have something sitting around, why not try it out right?
This is for the cocktail lovers AND the mocktail lovers! My friend loved this as a weekend treat and it’s fun to mix up something new
Experimental Cocktail Kit-For Clear Spirits and Mocktails
I’m such a fan of sets like this for a gift because you know they’ll actually dig into it. Enjoyed this as a family after Xmas.
Popcorn Salt Seasoning Kit for Gourmet Snacking,
If you have a camper or even a backyard fire lover in your life, these are so cute as a gift! I gave these to my mom who loves her Friday night fire pits in our backyard. Just adds a nice touch.
Natural Firestarters 4 Pack: Eco-Friendly Campfire Starter
Nature lover who’s stuck inside? I got this for my dad and it’s such a unique gift you aren’t expecting. Who doesn’t love new little creatures at their window?
Wire bird feeder
Similar to my coasters, why not make your own?? This feels like a side step to puzzles because it’s chill, calming, and you create a cute momento with the fam or friends.
DIY Mosaic Coaster & Tray Kit for Adults | Kids Craft Set, Make Your Own Art and Home Decor | Creative Hobby Gift, Tile Arts and Crafts