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Gifts That Spark Joy (Not Clutter) ✨
Thoughtful homemade gift ideas—and a meaningful way to welcome the new year.
Valeria Ramos
December 22, 2025
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Good to Know:
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15 journal prompts to start the new year with intention. ✨
A few book recs for your winter reading list. 📚
Thoughtful Homemade Gifts That Spark Joy (Not Clutter)
In the age of over-consumption, giving something handmade, meaningful, or experiential can make the holiday season feel more intentional, cozy, and sustainable.
Our latest gift guide focus on handmade goodies, experiences, and art that says ‘I care about you and also the planet.’
Homemade gift ideas:
Homemade jams, sourdough bread, or cookies
Crochet scarves, kindle cases, or other crafts
Hand-poured candles scented with essential oils
Handmade album/collage with shared memories (do it yourself or use Canva)
Experiences:
Classes: Cooking, dance, sewing, etc. (See Giftory for more ideas)
Weekend workshop (pottery, woodworking, watercolor)
Adventurous experiences (skydiving, hot air balloon ride, etc,)
Quality time: plan a dinner reservation or movie night
Subscription to something they love:
Local farm CSA box
Organic coffee monthly subscription
Virtual language learning program
Fitness subscription
Intentional Habit:
Honor the year before you rush into the next ✨
What: Before the year ends, write down what you achieved, learned, or showed up for—big wins and quiet moments alike. Then choose one word that captures how you want to feel in the year ahead (calm, steady, energized, etc.)
Why: We’re often so quick to move on to the next goal that we forget to acknowledge how much we accomplished. Choosing a feeling gives you a simple guide for the new year—something to come back to when life feels busy or decisions feel unclear.
Light a candle, play your favorite song, and take your time. Think about closing the year with intention and stepping into the new one feeling clear and proud of yourself.
Quote of the Month
The true spirit of Christmas is a reminder that our most precious gifts are not found wrapped beneath a tree, but in the hearts and laughter of those who gather beside it.
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