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?... socks with sewn-in heaters? ...a blanket with pockets?
Of course not. Banish gimmicks from your holiday list. Instead, spread joy with treasures that'll be cherished.
Carolina Woman has handpicked these presents based on personalities from creatives to techies. While you're in a generous mood, toss in a few goodies for yourself!
CREATIVES
Haand Cloudware Fruit Bowl – Inspired by Wedgwood Jasperware, this bowl echoes the blue, cloud-streaked sky of a North Carolina afternoon. $125 Haand.us
Teapot from Mark T. Wendell Tea Co. – Since 1904, this company has been providing customers with fine tea and accessories as well as competitive prices. $38 Marktwendell.com
DIVAS
Celestial Silk's 25 Momme Mulberry Silk Pillowcase – Specially woven to blend brilliance with strength, this pillowcase is great for hair and skin while providing a smooth and shiny experience for a sweet slumber. $40 Celestialsilk.com
Luxie Signature Gold Brush – High-quality synthetic makeup brushes and tools that are vegan and cruelty-free come from a Black- and female-owned firm that supports several nonprofit organizations. $125 Luxiebeauty.com
FOODIES
Delysia Chocolatier Nutcracker Truffle Collection – Complex and aromatic, the 16-piece assortment includes the Vintage Christmas Tree rosemary orange chocolate truffle, inspired by strings of orange slices adorning an evergreen tree, and the Nutcracker lebkuchen chocolate truffle. $60 Delysia.com
Oshen Salmon's Date Night – Four 8-ounce, pre-cut portions of sustainably sourced, ocean-raised fresh salmon are packaged in a pack that preserves freshness and taste; the salmon's rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and packed with protein. $45 Oshensalmon.com
HEALTH HOUNDS
Clay & Olive Skincare – Taking recipes passed down from the women in her family, the brand's founder uses clean and natural ingredients such as calendula, sunflower seed oil, coconut oil, green tea, olive oil, carrot root and shea butter. $20-$60 Clayandoliveskincare.com
Sea Witch Botanicals' All Natural Essential Oils Candle – This hand-poured vegan candle is all-natural, containing no paraffin wax or fragrance oils, and scented exclusively with essential oils and plant-derived waxes. $29 Seawitchbotanicals.com
HOMEBODIES
FurZapper – This disc helps remove fur, hair, lint, dander and other debris on your clothes, bedding, jackets, blankets...anything that you wash and dry by simply tossing it in any wash cycle and transferring it to the dryer with the wet, clean load. $11 Furzapper.com
Pull Start Fire – This five-second fire starter is the fastest and easiest way to light dry or wet wood whether you're enjoying a backyard bonfire or camping in the backwoods. Starting at $20 Pullstartfire.com
KIDS
"Bloodmarked" by Tracy Deonn –The powerful sequel to the New York Times bestselling and award-winning "Legendborn" is perfect for fans of Cassandra Clare and Margaret Rogerson. $20 Simonandschuster.com
Clixo Rainbow Pack – This first-of-its-kind, multi-sensory, magnetic building toy can be built in 2D and 3D, unlocking everyone's imagination and creativity with limitless building potential. $50 Clixo.com
"Foul Lady Fortune" by Chloe Gong – From the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of "These Violent Delights" and "Our Violent Ends" comes the first book in a captivating duology following an ill-matched pair of spies posing as a married couple to investigate a series of brutal murders in 1930s Shanghai. $22 Simonandschuster.com
Nick Jonas' LINKEE by Big Potato Games – The quick and easy, yell-out-the-link trivia game anyone can play. $20 Bigpotato.com
"Once I Was You" by Maria Hinojosa – Emmy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Maria Hinojosa has created a unique version of her adult memoir, which was an NPR Best Book of 2020, for young readers, blending her story with perspectives on history. $18 Simonandschuster.com
Pixsee AI Smart Baby Camera – What sets this baby monitor apart is not just all its smart features, but the ability to use AI to automatically take photos of each memory you make with your child. $299 Shop-us.pixseecare.com
"SO. MANY. LETTER STICKERS." – This delightful collection of stickers is devoted entirely to the alphabet and the joy of matching a font to every mood and occasion. $13 Workman.com
"Stellarlune" by Shannon Messenger – In this stunning ninth book in the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling "Keeper of the Lost Cities" series, Sophie and her friends discover the true meaning of power...and evil. $22 Simonandschuster.com
"What the Fact" by Dr. Seema Yasmin – From acclaimed writer, journalist, and physician Dr. Seema Yasmin comes a timely book about the importance of media literacy, fact-based reporting, and the ability to discern truth from lies. $20 Simonandschuster.com
Pix Qwik by TCG Toys – A whirlwind word game set against the buzzer, Pik Qwik tests vocabulary skills as two to four players flip over one of four category cards; the first to create a word hits the buzzer and scores. $20 Tcgtoys.com
ROAD WARRIORS
Backyard Discovery's Norwood Cedar Carport/Gazebo/Pavilion – This expansive (20X12) cedar structure can be used as an alternative to a garage to protect vehicles, boats, trailers and more from the damaging elements or it can be used as a relaxing getaway as you enjoy an alfresco dinner under the shade of the heat-reducing roof with friends and family. $3,999 Backyarddiscovery.com
Uber Appliance's Mini Fridge XL – The compact yet roomy 9-liter size (holds up to twelve 12-oz. cans or six 500-mL bottles) features heating and cooling options to keep contents cool or hot, plugs into 12V car or home outlet, and keeps drinks at optimal temperature due to an eco-friendly, high-quality solid-state thermoelectric cooling system. $120 Uberappliance.com
TECHIES
EZQuest 120W Gan Fast Charger – The chargers have industry-leading safety features and can recharge compatible devices up to three times faster than traditional wall outlets. $70 Ezq.com
Nomatic McKinnon Camera Tech Organizer – Keep your memory cards, cords, card readers, action camera, chargers and adapter organized and safe with customizable dividers, multiple pockets, cord organizers and water-resistant materials. $70 Nomatic.com