The North Pole Shifts South
Gifts for everyone on your list
All I want for Christmas is...a Rudolph sweater with a light-up nose?... a blanket with pockets?... a pair of socks with sewn-in heaters?
Uh, no. Banish clichés from your holiday list. Instead, spread joy with treasures that'll be cherished.
Carolina Woman has handpicked these presents based on interests with an emphasis on foodies and kids. While you're in a generous mood, toss in a few items for yourself!
DIVAS
Gateway 14.1" Ultra Slim Notebook – This portable brings a crystal-clear picture and theater-level sound into a home as it's tuned by THX Audio. $449 GatewayUSA.com
MyCHELLE Dermaceuticals Sun Shield Liquid SPF 50 – The sheer, tinted, oil-free formula with broad-spectrum protection blends weightlessly, giving skin a fresh glow. $24 Mychelle.com
7th Heaven Intense Cinnamon Clay Mask – Made with natural, vegan ingredients, this beauty product helps reduce the appearance of pores. $6 My7thheaven.com/us
FOODIES
Bamboozle Prep 'n Serve Tray Set – A sustainable organization tool, this grouping is designed to keep cooks on track from the kitchen counter to the dinner table. $80 Bamboozlehome.com
Doughp Cookie Dough – For a taste of nostalgia, dig into this made-in-a-kitchen treat or bake it into cookies. $39- $59 Doughp.com
Farmbox Direct Fresh Produce Boxes – Enjoy a mixture of naturally sweet fruits and nutrient-dense veggies delivered to the doorstep. $41 Farmboxdirect.com
Hilliards Pumpkin Spice Caramels – Crafted in small batches, this candy uses the family's original caramel recipe mixed with pumpkin spice and covered in rich, dark chocolate and caramel drizzle. $16 (12-piece box) HilliardsCandy.com
Lifevine Wines – A winery creating the only certified pesticide-free bottles in America offers four varietals, which feature ingredients on the label. $22 Lifevinewines.com
NEFT Vodka – Premium vodka with a taste as memorable as its container: a portable, unbreakable barrel that keeps the spirit cold up to six hours. $37 NEFTVodkaus.com
Pamela's Raisin Walnut Spice Whenever Bars – The tasty, cinnamon-filled snacks, made with gluten-free oats and chia seeds, are lightly sweetened with agave and coconut sugar. $12 (box of five) Pamelasproducts.com
SKORDO Insider Favorites Spice Set – Inspire culinary creativity with SKORDO's most popular blends, including maple salmon rub, Maine blueberry pork rub, SKORDO steak seasoning and more. $54 Skordo.com
"The Kitchen Without Borders: Recipes and Stories From Refugee and Immigrant Chefs by Eat Offbeat" – This surprising cookbook is filled with 70 authentic, nourishing recipes by chefs from around the world. (For every copy sold, a donation will be made to the International Rescue Committee.) $25 Workman.com
Zavor's Air Fryer Lid – It works as a traditional air fryer, toaster oven, roaster or convection oven with the simple swap of the lid to turn your pressure cooker or multicooker into an air fryer. $80 Zavoramerica.com
GARDENERS
"No-Waste Composting" –Whether you're just starting your no-waste journey or you're a recycling and repurposing pro, this book will be an invaluable tool. $23 Quarto.com
"Stanley Jr. Gardening Is Awesome!" –Get out there with techniques and projects for kids and families. $20 Quarto.com
"Sustainable Gardening" –Embark on the eco-friendly path with the necessary guidance to create and care for a stable, resource-savvy and gorgeous landscape. $25 Quarto.com
HEALTH HOUNDS
Baloo Living Weighted Blanket – Molding to your body like a hug, this machine-washable blanket (available in 12, 15, 20 and 25 pounds) is cool enough to use year-round for rest and relaxation. $159+ Balooliving.com
DrySee –These waterproof bandages have liquid-indicating gauze that will turn dark blue if a wound is exposed to water and potential germs, so the wearer knows when to change it. $20 Drysee.com
Scrumptious Side Sleeper Pillow from Honeydew Sleep –This supportive pillow has been crafted to help you get a better night's snooze. $99 Honeydewsleep.com
HOMEBODIES
City Bonfires – Two cool dads impacted by the pandemic make this portable bonfire with non-toxic materials in Maryland. $22-$40 Citybonfires.com
Eureka Elevate – To clean any room easily and thoroughly, consider this versatile, lightweight cordless stick vacuum. $220 Eureka.com
First Alert CO710 – Designed to sit on top of a dresser or tabletop, this carbon monoxide alarm has a built-in 10-year lithium battery and features a backlit digital display that shows temperature and CO concentration. $80 Firstalert.com
Orbit B-hyve XD Smart Hose 1-Port Timer – Here's a savvy and easy watering device to give a gardener total control of her hose with the B-hyve mobile app. $40 Orbitonline.com
Skout's Probiotic Shampoo + Conditioner from Skout's Honor Pet Supply Co. – Ditch the itch, odor and dryness with this grooming product, in a limited edition fragrance called "evergreen," which naturally balances the bacteria of an animal's microbiome. $21 Skoutshonor.com
KIDS
Beat the Parents from Spin Master Games –In this new version of the popular kids vs. parents trivia game, everyone will have to put something on the line. $16 Spinmastergames.com
Big Potato Herd Mentality –This moo-velous, family-friendly game has a simple black and white mission: Think like the herd and don't stand out. $20 BigPotato.com
Earth Mama Kids Uber-Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40 – This gentle formula contains reef-safe, non-nano zinc plus calming organic colloidal oatmeal and shea butter. $16 Earthmamaorganics.com
Fire Plane from Green Toys – Made in the United States from recycled plastic with no BPA, phthalates or PVC, this bathtub toy brings scoop-and-soar fun to a whole new level. $15 Greentoys.com
Geek Out! Family Edition from Playroom Entertainment – You don't have to be a geek to win this social interaction and bluffing party game featuring categories such as science, music, history and pop culture. $20 Boardgamegeek.com
Hedbanz Blast Off! From Spin Master Games – The guessing game is back with a new twist: Put on the band, load it with a card, set the timer and try to guess "What Am I" while your team gives clues. $20 Spinmastergames.com
Luli Bebe Monica Diaper Bag – Here's a chic carryall, made of beautiful vegan leather, that's as functional as it is fashionable. $169 Lulibebeus.com
Spin Master Purse Pets – Interactive critters are packed with purse-onality as they blink, respond to touch and make more than 25 sounds. $25 Spinmaster.com
Stick-O City 16-piece Set from Magformers – Kids can construct their very own busy city while toddlers can build a car, racer, airplane and more. $25 Magformers.com
Ubongo: Fun-Size Edition from Thames & Kosmos – Play this tile game on the road, at the beach, in a restaurant or anywhere you want. $15 Thamesandkosmos.com