Shop Small Gift Guide: For Him
I can’t be the only one who finds shopping for the men on your list a near impossible feat. Does anyone else out there agree? Couple the already difficult task with sourcing that gift from a small or local business and it makes for a perfect (snow) storm of frustration! Thankfully, I’ve been pretty intentional about saving various small business picks for men that I’ve come across throughout the year to have them in my back pocket for this holiday season. And I have to say, looking at these items all together, I think there is a pretty good array of options for the all the different guys in your life. Whether you need a gift idea for your partner or your brother, maybe one of these cool small-owned or locally-sourced products can fit the bill. Let’s check them out!
Inukshuk Coffee Beans (Birch Bark Coffee Co.) - If he likes coffee, you must grab him a bag of beans from this Indigenous-owned coffee roaster. Their beans are so good! If you aren’t in Canada, consider sourcing some beans from a local roaster and he may even make you a fresh cup on Christmas morning!
Personalized Tool Belt (Special Occassion Gift Shop) - This small tool belt is the perfect gift for any weekend DIYer so he can have all his most-used tools on the ready. Bonus points that you can add a customization to the tag to make it even more special.
Wooden Phone Stand (JB + DG) - This handmade wooden phone or tablet stand is perfect for his bedside table or desk. This shop offers a wide variety of beautifully designed wood products.
Surf Monkey Baseball Cap (Surf Monkey) - This hat is so casual and cool, yet also does its part to protect the oceans. Surf Monkey is based out of Spain and prioritizes collaborating with local organizations to help clean up the waters from waste and plastics. Cool made even cooler.
Schrute Farms T-Shirt (Eddie’s Print Shop) - If you know, you know. If he isn’t into The Office, you can find an option based on his favourite show instead.
Travel Journal (Promptly Journals) - Does he like to travel? This travel journal gives him the opportunity to record all the best food, accommodations, mishaps, and more from his adventures. I think this would be the perfect gift if he will be leading your next family vacation and could make for a fun family activity.
Pour-Over Coffee Jug and Tumbler Set (Birdman’s Home) - Full disclosure: this particular set is made-to-order and may not arrive by Christmas. But there are many beautiful handmade coffee stoneware and ceramic products out there that would be the perfect gift for any at-home coffee hobbyist. I love how handsome this set looks.
Leather Looped Keychain (Keyaiira) - This simple customizable keychain would make a great stocking stuffer and you could have fun with what name or words you customize it with. I can think of a few inside jokes that Curt would enjoy seeing on his keys every day.
Waxed Canvas Dopp Kit (Clark & Taft) - This toiletry bag is practical, well made, and sure to last him for years to come.
Alpaca Wool Socks (A-Z Alpacas) - Alpaca wool is so cozy and less scratchy than traditional wool, making these socks the perfect gift for the adventurous outdoorsy guy in your life. They’ll keep him warm and comfortable on all his hikes, rain or shine.
Sushi Go! (Three Kingdom Games) - You can never go wrong with gifting a game. This fast-paced card game would be fun to play with friends and is sure to facilitate lots of hilarious memories. Chances are that you have a local board game store near you to find your favourite games, but if not, you can often find popular games available at any local bookstore.
Cocktail Lip Balm (Little Flower Soap Co.) - Even men need lip balm! This little handmade set comes with a Bourbon, Margarita, and Moscow Mule flavour and would make a perfect stocking stuffer.
Would you give any of these ideas as a gift this Christmas season? I hope this list inspires you to find something special for all the special men in your life. Be sure to browse some of the shops in more detail - you never know what you may find there!
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