Holiday Gift Guide: A Little Something for Everyone
It’s that time of year and we put together a list of some old favorites and new finds. Below there are gift ideas for her, him, them, the littles and anyone with a heartbeat. (No offense to those who don’t have a heartbeat. You guys are just REALLY hard to shop for.)
We love to laude our local peeps, but don’t worry we’ve also included some great gifts and makers from around the interwebs and even some amazon picks for that last minute prime shipping! (Affiliate links are included, which means if you buy something from amazon you’re not charged a penny extra but it helps us to continue to run the blog and HIVEhope, so thank you!)
Calendula Turmeric Mask
Moon Rivers Naturals has a product for everyone on your list, but one of our favorites is the Calendula Turmeric Mask which detoxes, replenishes, and heals all in one jar. MRN is a local Texas maker who creates the cleanest and raddest products for your face + body and we are honored to feature them in HIVEhome Market.
A new grace Earrings
These beautiful handmade earrings are perfect for all of your favorite gals’ ears, from the laid back to the fashion forward. Plus they help fight sex trafficking, so you really can’t beat that.
Print by Jenessa Wait
For the person who needs a little splash of color + art in their space this piece by Jenessa Wait is modern + beautiful and for $15 it’s a steal.
Here Comes The Sun Tee
This whimsical and vintage tee brings a smile to our face and looks great in any wardrobe!
Drops of Honey Bee Mug
This mug has us drooling, from the clean design to the bee theme, we are positively buzzing to get our hands on this beauty!
Eye mask TherapY Pack
For those days when you need a little recharge + headache relief, grab this therapy mask for you and one for a friend! #selfcare
Able Leather tote
This leather tote holds all the things, looks fantastic while doing it, and would be a great addition to any shoulder. Most importantly we love all this brand is doing to dignify and empower women, helping to break the cycle of poverty.
Yoga dice
When you want to get your OM on but you’re not sure what pose to start with! These are a fun way break out of a rut and a great way to include the kiddos into your movement practice.
Fascia Blaster
This mighty little tool deserves it’s own blog post. What you might not know is it can benefit your body in so many ways, from pain relief, to increased blood flow + muscle recovery, to aging prevention. It’s perfect for athletes and beauty queens alike!
Not by Sight Illustrations
These beautiful custom watercolor pieces by local artist and Honey in the HIVE, Courtney Cameron, are such a unique and thoughtful gift, and one of our favorite picks for so many reasons! Also her story is nothing short of inspirational.
Jessica Collins Photography Photo Session
Jess is another one of our Honeys and our resident visual storyteller. You will find her work all over this space and I don’t have to tell you how gorgeous it is… you can see for yourself.
Beautycounter
For the green beauty aficionado Beauty Counter products are green, clean, and law changing! Not mention unlike some clean beauty lines their color pallets are always gorgeous and on point. Clean up your beauty routine for a healthier and more radiant you.
Good Reads
A couple or our current favorites are Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin and Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist. Don’t be fooled by titles and pretty covers! These women offer wisdom for anyone, regardless of gender.
Sons Coffee
Sons Coffee is a personal fave for every coffee lover on your list! They are a local family owned coffee shop who personally + ethically source and roast their own beans. You can also head to the shop for the perfect cup o’ Joe and a cool work + hang space.
Chemex Set
For the perfect cup of coffee at home pair your sons bag of coffee with this Chemex and make the ultimate pour over.
Pela biodegradable phone case
This biodegradable phone case protects that iPhone and saves the planet all while looking pretty darn cool.
Fort Worth Barber Experience
Pamper your favorite hairy gentleman with a cut + shave experience from Fort Worth Barber Shop who gives back by offering haircuts free of charge to the boys enrolled in the HOPE Farms program.
Odin Leather Goods Charging Cable Roll
Odin Leather Goods has top quality, handcrafted leather products. This cable tool roll keeps all of your cords neat, tidy, and out of sight.
Love Your Melon Beanie
This is not your basic beanie. While it is perfect for every wardrobe and it keeps you warm, the brand is dedicated to giving a hat to every child battling cancer in America. Cue all the tears.
Adelisa and Co. Boots
Grab a pair of these artisan leather boots for your favorite fella and they’ll be looking sharp for years to come.
Go Outside Tee
This t-shirt has the perfect vintage look and feel with a gentle reminder to get yourself outside, perfect for any outdoor adventurer.
Cedarwood Beard Balm
Gift the Moon Rivers Naturals Cedarwood Beard Balm from HIVEhome Market to guy who needs to tame that manly face mane.
Reciprocal museum membership
We always encourage experiences over things for so many reasons. Namely because toys + things will be broken, forgotten and outgrown, but experiences become memories and are the perfect way to spend more quality time with those you love. One of our absolute favorites, and worth every cent, is a reciprocal museum membership. This membership through the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History has allowed us to get into museums all over the country and has paid for itself multiple times over. We can’t recommend it enough. If you are local to DFW, you can get one through the Perot Museum in Dallas or the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. If you aren’t local, check out the Association of Science and Technology Centers to see what museums in your area participate.
cuddle + Kind Dolls
These handmade + fair-trade dolls are a perfect first doll for any sweet little. They are completely adorable, beautiful quality and the best part is that with every doll purchase 10 meals are given to a child in need.
Grace & Grit Box
Character building lessons taught through influential women of history, one life story at a time. These heroes will inspire and empower the young girl in your life, either with a single box or a subscription. What better Christmas could you give?
Seeds + Trees
A beautifully illustrated children’s book that speaks about the power of words, both good and bad. This book is a visually stunning piece of art that will impact adults and children alike.
Bee Humble-Tee
This little tee is perfect for your little bee! It comes with an encouraging reminder to bee kind, bee humble, and bee you!
Imani pillows
Modern design meets the huggable critter- These make a darling addition little beds or play areas. The pillows are handcrafted by women being empowered through ethical employment, and we are honored to carry them in our HIVEhome Market.
The Big life journal
In this illustrated journal, children discover: how to believe in themselves, how to face challenges with confidence, mistakes are opportunities to grow , they can achieve anything when they're persistent. There is one for ages 7-10, and one for tweens/teens ages 11+.
Adventure log + magnifying glass
Grab this fun adventure guide + magnifying for your favorite little explorer, that encourages them to get outside and interact with nature. With space to draw maps, log interesting treasures, and even plants to avoid, this combo can keep your kiddo entertained for hours.
Magna tiles
These magnetic tiles have provided our little bees with endless entertainment and they encourage them to use their amazing little imaginations, SCORE!
Honey Bee Puzzle
This beautifully crafted puzzle allows your child to explore the wonderful world of honey bees. It’s perfect for homeschool, or for any bee enthusiast. Each cell is engraved with bee info, from life cycles to the different jobs worker bees do in and out of the hive.
Usborne Books & More
We love Usborne and Kane Miller books and use them for homeschool and FUN as they are some of the best and educational books on the market.
One of our favorite ways to Give?
Giving to a charitable or social cause in honor of someone you love is one of the most thoughtful + meaningful ways to celebrate this holiday season. There are so many wonderful organizations. Below are a few that are close to our hearts:
PREEMPTIVE LOVE
They provide relief to families fleeing war and help refugees rebuild their lives.
IHOPE
Equipping Christians with the courage + confidence to love and honor Muslims well, introducing them to Christ.
ARCADIA
Arcadia will be a long-term residential community where youth survivors of sex trafficking will be able to realize their inherent right to freedom.