{"id":3361,"date":"2025-04-19T13:55:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T20:55:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/digitvsolutions.com\/2025\/12\/10\/30-easy-diy-stocking-stuffers-that-everyone-will-actually-love\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T05:22:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T13:22:46","slug":"30-easy-diy-stocking-stuffers-that-everyone-will-actually-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/digitvsolutions.com\/?p=3361","title":{"rendered":"30 Easy DIY Stocking Stuffers That Everyone Will Actually Love"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"entry-content mvt-content\">\n<style><![CDATA[img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:53.125%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.7%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.7%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:66.7%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:66.2%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:66.9%; 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}img#mv-trellis-img-30{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-31::before{padding-top:66.7%; }img#mv-trellis-img-31{display:block;}]]><\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"544\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1024'%20height='544'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20544'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13706 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-1024x544.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-1024x544.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-768x408.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-720x382.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-735x390.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-335x178.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-347x184.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-520x276.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-640x340.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-960x510.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-1080x573.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature-150x80.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/stocking-stuffers-feature.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s nearly that time of year, when colorful lights illuminate windows and trees, while snowflakes come tumbling down from the sky. <\/p>\n<p>And as much as people appreciate and do their part to keep the tradition alive of stocking stuffers, not all of us want cheap stuff (often plastic) to fill our stockings and then our homes. <\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s skip the silly toothbrush, reindeer socks, face masks printed with snowmen, run-of-the-mill deodorant and ordinary chocolates. Better to leave them on the store shelves. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-because-this-year-is-the-one-where-you-return-to-giving-gifts-made-by-hand-with-love-to-delight-the-unsuspecting-recipient\">Because this year is the one where you return to giving gifts made by hand, with love, to delight the unsuspecting recipient. <\/h3>\n<p>Easier said than done, right?  <\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s stop thinking in terms of filling a stocking for the sake of \u201cstuffing\u201d it, and change that thought around to lining it with presence. Presence of time, presence of thought, presence of being.<\/p>\n<p>If you truly love and care for someone, giving a handmade gift (you don\u2019t necessarily have to make it yourself) is a fantastic way of honoring their friendship. <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-giving-the-gift-of-homemade\">Giving the Gift of Homemade <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13676 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/eco-handmade-gift-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Homemade gifts are:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>one-of-a-kind<\/li>\n<li>for the person who already has everything<\/li>\n<li>easy to personalize<\/li>\n<li>thoughtful<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: initial;\">unexpected (usually)<\/span><\/li>\n<li>items the recipient will treasure<\/li>\n<li>a way to create\/do\/share what you love<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If any, or all of the above, fit your needs for a unique stocking stuffer gift, please read on and gather some gift-giving inspiration as you scroll. <\/p>\n<p>Every so often, old traditions fall by the wayside as they no longer suit your new way of being. Use this opportunity to go the less commercial route and start making your own handmade gifts while there is still time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Reading: 15 Forgotten Christmas Traditions To Bring Back This Year<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-30-stocking-stuffers-to-make-not-buy\">30 Stocking Stuffers to Make \u2013 Not Buy<\/h2>\n<p>Stuffing a stocking is not just about the money. That being said, some items on this list may cost you some money to make. Other times, you\u2019ll already have the tools and supplies to make it happen. <\/p>\n<p>Another thing you need to consider is crafty and\/or artistic skills.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have them? Can you acquire them in a short amount of time? Are you able to find someone else who does \u2013 then maybe you can trade time, items or money for your gifts?<\/p>\n<p>In any case, none of the items in this list will cost you a fortune. In fact, they may even save you money that would otherwise be spent on throwaway gifts from the store.<\/p>\n<p>Some items are kid-friendly, especially the candy, while others are specifically for adults. Open up your ability to both give and receive and let\u2019s get cracking!<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-homemade-peanut-brittle\">1. Homemade Peanut Brittle<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13677 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-brittle-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>One of the longest-lasting homemade treats I know is peanut brittle. It\u2019s always been a holiday treat in our home. The reason is, it stays fresh at room temperature for 6-8 weeks. <\/p>\n<p>In short, peanut brittle is an inexpensive treat to make that can be enjoyed by all those who have teeth strong enough for crunching the brittle sweet. <\/p>\n<p>All it takes is sugar, corn syrup, water, roasted peanuts, butter, baking soda and vanilla. <\/p>\n<p>If you aren\u2019t so keen on corn syrup, that can be substituted with honey, light molasses, agave syrup or brown rice syrup. Naturally, it will have a slightly different flavor and texture, yet tasty all the same. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-marshmallows\">2. Marshmallows<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13678 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-marshmallows-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>As much as I enjoy biting into a soft, sumptuous homemade marshmallow, I have to admit that I\u2019ve never made them myself. That\u2019s one skill I\u2019ll leave to the other home bakers and food artisans out there. I\u2019m more than happy to purchase their homemade marshmallows and pass the goodness onto family and friends. <\/p>\n<p>Do you want to know what makes homemade marshmallows so special? You get to decide on their flavor. Orange flavored marshmallows, coffee flavored marshmallows, chocolate marshmallows. Add a couple to a mug of cocoa and you are in holiday heaven. <\/p>\n<p>Make sure to toss in a small bag of marshmallows among the other stocking stuffers, for smiles all around the room.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-homemade-candy-canes\">3. Homemade Candy Canes<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='662'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20662'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13679 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-720x477.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-735x487.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-335x222.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-347x230.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-520x344.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-640x424.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-960x636.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candy-cane-150x99.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>I know, why make candy canes when they\u2019re so cheap? Well, creating something from virtually nothing is always part of the fun. Even if it doesn\u2019t turn out exactly as planned. <\/p>\n<p>You can make them striped, or keep them all green or all red. Maybe even all blue to match your party lights. Turn them into a cane, make a green candy cane wreath. It really gives you a chance to explore your options. <\/p>\n<p>If your candy canes don\u2019t turn out as \u201cpretty\u201d as you expect, you can always break them up and add them to cookies and fudge. No loss there.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-fool-proof-homemade-fudge\">4. Fool-Proof Homemade Fudge<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='669'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20669'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13680 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-720x482.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-735x492.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-335x224.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-347x232.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-520x348.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-640x428.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-960x642.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-fudge-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Nut fudge, white chocolate fudge, marbled fudge, mint fudge, cranberry fudge, raisin fudge. You name the ingredients and feel free to toss them right in. <\/p>\n<p>The best part is, if you have 3 ingredients on hand, you can whip up a fresh batch of fool-proof fudge in a matter of 5 minutes. All you need is sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips and a teaspoon of vanilla extract. <\/p>\n<p>If you are catering to those with food sensitivities or sensibilities, you can still make a pleasing fudge to fill their stocking. Give these recipes a chance and see what vanishes first:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paleo Coconut Oil Fudge from Real Food With Jessica<\/li>\n<li>Perfect Pumpkin Spice Fudge (Vegan + Gluten-Free) from Bakerita<\/li>\n<li>Vegan Peanut Butter Fudge from Texanerin Baking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-peanut-butter-balls\">5. Peanut Butter Balls<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='683'%20height='1024'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13681 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-683x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peanut-butter-balls.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Move over Reese\u2019s, this is what people need in their stocking this year: no-bake peanut butter balls. <\/p>\n<p>Ingredients-wise, it takes:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li>creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>vanilla extract<\/li>\n<li>salt<\/li>\n<li>confectioner\u2019s sugar<\/li>\n<li>semi-sweet chocolate bars<\/li>\n<li>vegetable oil<\/li>\n<li>festive sprinkles, optional<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Follow the recipe, dip in chocolate and enjoy. If they ever make it to the stocking\u2026<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-decorated-ginger-bread-cookies\">6. Decorated Ginger Bread Cookies<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13682 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/gingerbread-cookies-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>It\u2019s time to dig out your cookie cutters \u2013 or invest in a new stainless steel set \u2013 for gingerbread cookies are always a holiday favorite for kids of any age.<\/p>\n<p>They are super easy to make too. <\/p>\n<p>As far as ingredients go, you\u2019ll need to gather:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>flour<\/li>\n<li>ground spices (cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg)<\/li>\n<li>baking soda<\/li>\n<li>salt<\/li>\n<li>eggs<\/li>\n<li>vanilla<\/li>\n<li>molasses<\/li>\n<li>brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>butter<\/li>\n<li>organic orange zest, icing and sprinkles (all optional, yet highly recommended) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Get out your mixing bowls, a rolling pin and get to work. Bring some creativity to the table and let your gingerbread men and women run away. <\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a gluten-free version of gingerbread cookies, not to leave anyone out of the fun of biting off the gingerbread man\u2019s head. Or do you go for the feet first? You know, your first bite does say something about your personality.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-peppermint-bark\">7. Peppermint Bark<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13683 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-9\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/peppermint-bark-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>If your attempt at making candy canes was a disaster, here is where they can shine.<\/p>\n<p>Or if you accidentally dropped the candy cane box, smushed it to pieces between bottles of wine, or simply set something heavy upon it, a batch of peppermint bark can bring it back to life. <\/p>\n<p>Peppermint bark is ridiculously easy to make. It starts with white chocolate broken down into pieces, then some semi-sweet chocolate, also broken. A little bit of oil, some peppermint extract, crushed candy canes and you\u2019re almost done. <\/p>\n<p>A word of advice: don\u2019t make it too many days before you need to stuff stockings. Otherwise, you\u2019ll end up making a second batch.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-salted-caramels\">8. Salted Caramels<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13684 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-10\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/caramel-candies-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>My grandma\u2019s neighbor made the absolute best salted caramels I\u2019ve ever eaten in my entire life. More than 35 years later I still remember their mouthwatering flavor. Now that they are long gone and the recipe forgotten, I\u2019ve had to search for something that looks similar and I think I\u2019ve got it.  <\/p>\n<p>These homemade chewy caramel candies appear to be just the thing. The only way to know for sure, is to try it out, happily. <\/p>\n<p>Please know that a candy thermometer is necessary for the perfect execution of these caramels. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-spiced-candied-pecans\">9. Spiced Candied Pecans<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13685 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-11\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/candied-pecans-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Sure, you can buy spiced nuts at the store and exchange the packaging if you\u2019d like to fool your family into thinking you are a clever cook. But the joke would be on you, because candied pecans are so uncomplicated to make. <\/p>\n<p>All it takes is an oven, preset to 350\u00b0F, and a medium sized bowl filled with confectioner\u2019s sugar, salt and water. Cayenne pepper is optional if you prefer it on the spicy side. Cinnamon and nutmeg if you want to go the more traditional route. <\/p>\n<p>Add the nuts to the sugar mixture (you can use any nuts you like) and stir until they are all evenly coated. Bake for 10-12 minutes and voila! You have a stocking stuffer ready for packaging up in cute little glass jars or tins.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-keto-chocolate-truffles\">10. Keto Chocolate Truffles<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13686 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-12\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/chocolate-truffles-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019m already thinking about eating a truffle, even as I write. And it\u2019s not just about the number of carbs. These chocolatey round balls look fantasticly rich and scrumptious. <\/p>\n<p>Coated with cocoa powder, espresso powder, shredded coconut, finely chopped hazelnuts or almonds, keto cookie crumbs, etc. <\/p>\n<p>Just make them stay cool in the fridge before gift giving, up to a week. You can even label them \u201cEat Right Away!\u201d or \u201cEat Me Now!\u201d, just so the recipient knows what to do. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-hot-chocolate-bombs\">11. Hot Chocolate Bombs<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='683'%20height='1024'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13687 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-13\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-683x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/hot-chocolate-bombs.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Okay, not all kids love truffles, but for the most part they adore chocolate milk. This time, you can really let them have it. <\/p>\n<p>Of course, you\u2019ll need some tools to get started, such as a thermometer and a sphere mold. Once you get your hands on those items, you can make all the hot chocolate bombs your family and friends desire. Maybe you could even make some for sale and make a little profit over the Christmas season and beyond?<\/p>\n<p>You can also use a silicon mold to make Tracey\u2019s tea bombs. <\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a bit of work to make hot chocolate bombs and a tutorial may be helpful. Just imagine the look on the giftee\u2019s face when they stir it into some hot milk. It\u2019s a stocking stuffer that is totally worth it. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-pretzel-peppermint-bark\">12. Pretzel Peppermint Bark<\/h3>\n<p>Not a winter should go by without a batch of pretzel peppermint bark. Similar to the peppermint bark above, it comes with crushed candy canes. However, the pretzels here add a salty element to balance out the sweetness.<\/p>\n<p>If you are really in a pinch, you can always dip some pretzels in chocolate, add a few sprinkles and call it a gift from Santa. <\/p>\n<p>You get the sweet point.<\/p>\n<p>There are so many mouthwatering Christmas-inspired treats to make at home, that there\u2019s absolutely no reason to buy expensive brand names from the store. You can make them all from the comfort of your kitchen, knowing perfectly well they will be gone in a flash.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-of-course-you-will-still-need-to-package-your-treats-somehow\">Of course, you will still need to package your treats somehow. <\/h3>\n<p>Take a look at some zero-waste options before reaching for plastic. <\/p>\n<p>Items that can be reused in the family for gift giving:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>tin boxes with lids<\/li>\n<li>stainless steel food containers<\/li>\n<li>small glass jars with lids<\/li>\n<li>glass jars with bamboo lids<\/li>\n<li>brown bakery boxes with window, not reusable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Anything that is metal or glass can be reused again and again. A one-time purchase for years and years of refilling and restuffing.<\/p>\n<p>Now let\u2019s move onto some non-candy items, for those without so much of a sweet tooth.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-13-homemade-mulling-spice-mix\">13. Homemade Mulling Spice Mix <\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1024'%20height='683'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20683'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13688 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-14\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-1024x683.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/mulling-spices-hero.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>To cater to the more sophisticated crowd, Tracey\u2019s mulling spice is the perfect stocking stuffer. Especially when it is made by you, with love and the following ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>18 3\u201d cinnamon sticks, or roughly 85g<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup whole allspice berries<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup whole cloves<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup dried orange peel<\/li>\n<li>\u00bc cup black peppercorns<\/li>\n<li>15 whole star anise<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons of roughly chopped ginger slices (the sugared kind)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As it simmers, it fills the air with tides of Christmas joy. When you mix it with mulled wine, it makes for a very special heartwarming treat.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-14-dried-garden-herbs\">14. Dried Garden Herbs<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13689 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-15\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/dried-herbs-jars-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>It may seem like a trivial thing to gift someone with dried herbs from your garden. Yet, think of all the people who do not have the space to grow things. Chances are great that they will appreciate your thoughtful gesture when they add your homegrown sage to their stuffing. <\/p>\n<p>When they make a healing tea with thyme grown by you. <\/p>\n<p>Do you even know how proliferous lemon balm can grow?<\/p>\n<p>You might think that giving dried herbs is the cheap way out. I say it is the thoughtful, caring and healing way to give a gift that matters.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-15-small-pots-of-homemade-jams-and-chutneys\">15. Small Pots of Homemade Jams and Chutneys<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='1000'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%201000'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13690 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-16\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-720x720.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-320x320.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-735x735.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-335x335.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-347x347.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-520x520.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-960x960.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-jam-gift-96x96.jpg 96w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>As we go through the canning season, we always make it a point to make some smaller jars of certain jams that turn out well. All for the sake of gift giving later in the year. <\/p>\n<p>After all, one must give gifts to the postman, the banker, the accountant and to all those delivery drivers who bring you gifts from afar. <\/p>\n<p>Naturally, this isn\u2019t a last-minute gift idea. However, when you remember to practice gratitude throughout the year, you instantly think of people who love what you cook as you are cooking.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-16-beeswax-candles\">16. Beeswax Candles<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='683'%20height='1024'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13691 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-17\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beeswax-candles-bundle-683x1024-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Nothing says \u201cI love you\u201d like a flicker of candlelight on a dark night. <\/p>\n<p>If not for romance, candles can be displayed on the table for a festive atmosphere, or they can be burnt in remembrance of someone.<\/p>\n<p>Candles can also be used to illuminate the chilly evening with a yellowish and warming light.<\/p>\n<p>Best of all, it takes one ingredient: beeswax. Plus a wick, which can be handspun, if you have that skill. If you have plenty of leftover beeswax from other projects, candles are the way to go, to please even those who already have everything. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-17-garden-seeds\">17. Garden Seeds<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='665'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20665'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13692 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-18\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-720x479.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-735x489.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-520x346.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-960x638.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/garden-seeds-gift-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>If there is a gardener in your life who could use some more vegetable seeds, why not offer up some of yours? In a fancy homemade packaging, of course. <\/p>\n<p>Again, let\u2019s forget the notion that Christmas comes from the store. It can also come from the heart, from your hands and undeniably from your garden. <\/p>\n<p>Gifting seeds is a wonderful way to get children interested in planting as well. Show them your ways and perhaps they will follow yours. No better time to get another interested in gardening than now.<\/p>\n<p>Learn to save your seeds in late summer and fall to gift over the holidays. Here are some guides to help you for various plants: zucchini, tomato, pumpkin and cucumber.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-18-macrame-plant-hanger-plant-optional\">18. Macrame Plant Hanger, plant optional<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"870\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1024'%20height='870'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20870'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13693 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-19\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-768x653.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-720x612.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-735x624.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-335x285.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-347x295.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-520x442.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-640x544.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-960x816.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/macrame-plant-hanger-3-150x127.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Plant collectors live in all shapes and sizes of homes. Yet, they always seem to have room for just one more plant.<\/p>\n<p>If you aren\u2019t sure what sort of indoor plant they would like, why not give them the means to support new life, of their choice, later?<\/p>\n<p>You may need to invest in some macrame cord and spend even more time learning the right knots to make, though in the end you\u2019ll gather a new skill that you can share. <\/p>\n<p>If you learn it well, you can even make macrame gifts worth giving. Bonus points for the fact that they can be stuffed, unwrapped, in the stocking. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-19-homemade-soap\">19. Homemade Soap<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13694 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-20\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/melt-pour-soap-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Soapers, this one is for you. For those of you just learning about the art of making soap, better to leave this stocking stuffer in more experienced hands. After all, there is a bigger learning curve when it comes to making slippery, slathery soap. <\/p>\n<p>That is, unless, you have the time, materials and ingredients to make these 15 melt and pour soaps.<\/p>\n<p>Again, it\u2019s among the more time-consuming stocking stuffers on the list, yet the recipient will be grateful every time they wash their hands. Everyone loves homemade soap, it\u2019s always a fabulous gift. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-20-homemade-lip-balm\">20. Homemade Lip Balm<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"671\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='671'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20671'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13695 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-21\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-720x483.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-735x493.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-335x225.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-347x233.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-520x349.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-640x429.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-960x644.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/homemade-lip-balm-150x101.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Wintertime means chapped lips and dry skin for many people. <\/p>\n<p>Lip balm is an easy gift to make in small containers. <\/p>\n<p>To make it, you need:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 part beeswax<\/li>\n<li>1 part cocoa butter<\/li>\n<li>2 parts high-quality edible oil<\/li>\n<li>essential oils, optional (peppermint, vanilla, sweet orange, jasmine, chamomile, lavender, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll also need a double boiler to melt down the ingredients. A pot-in-pot works just fine. <\/p>\n<p>As it takes less than an hour to make, I\u2019ll call it an almost last minute gift, provided you have all you need on hand. Be sure to make a cute label and make it your own. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-21-diy-beard-balm\">21. DIY Beard Balm<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='666'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20666'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13696 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-22\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-520x346.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-960x639.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/beard-balm-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>What can you give to the bearded men in your life, who already have more than they need?<\/p>\n<p>Beard balm. You know, to help refine and tame their wild side. You can even choose a fragrance you think they\u2019ll love: Woodsy Grape, Kentucky Runner, Classic Clean, Down To Earth, Holiday Love. <\/p>\n<p>Get ready with beeswax, shea butter, jojoba oil, sweet almond oil, argan oil and a variety of quality essential oils. Package your beard wax in a neat little tin and gift away! <\/p>\n<p>If the man in your life does shave, how about making this DIY natural aftershave spray instead?<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-22-herb-infused-oil-herb-infused-honey\">22. Herb Infused Oil &#038; Herb Infused Honey<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13697 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-23\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-oils-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>If your summer garden was full of herbs, we do hope you have taken advantage of all the healing benefits they have to offer. <\/p>\n<p>Now is the time to wrap up your growing skills in beautiful packaging. <\/p>\n<p>Naturally, infused oils take some time to make, so don\u2019t count on this as a last-minute stocking stuffer. However, if you are prepared, this could be the very thing that brings a smile to the recipient\u2019s face. <\/p>\n<p>Here are some ideas to get your herbalness flowing:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>DIY Dandelion Infused Oil + 6 Ways To Use It<\/li>\n<li>How To Easily Make Herbal-Infused Honey + 3 Recipes<\/li>\n<li>How to Make Flavored Herbal Oils for Cooking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-23-herb-infused-brandy-tincture\">23. Herb-Infused Brandy\/Tincture<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='683'%20height='1024'%20viewBox='0%200%20683%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13698 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-24\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-683x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-720x1080.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-735x1103.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-223x335.jpg 223w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-231x347.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-347x520.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-427x640.jpg 427w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-640x960.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/herb-infused-tincture.jpg 800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Again, herbs are a popular affair with chefs, courageous cooks and those who love to garden. <\/p>\n<p>It just so happens that those who are interested in natural healing will also appreciate a gift of herb-infused brandy. If you are the one stuffing their stocking, you\u2019ll know whether or not they enjoy an occasional sip of alcohol. Gift accordingly.<\/p>\n<p>One of our favorite winter tinctures (which can be made in summer with fresh leaves, later in the season with dry herbs) is a healing plantain tincture. It\u2019s good for keeping coughs at bay and it tastes amazing!<\/p>\n<p>You can also make an herb-infused brandy with bilberries, cinnamon sticks, spruce tips, star anise, orange zest, or pretty much anything you have on hand.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-24-birdseed-ornaments\">24. Birdseed Ornaments<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"707\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='707'%20height='1024'%20viewBox='0%200%20707%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13699 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-25\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-707x1024.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-707x1024.jpg 707w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-768x1113.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-720x1043.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-735x1065.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-231x335.jpg 231w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-239x347.jpg 239w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-359x520.jpg 359w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-442x640.jpg 442w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-530x768.jpg 530w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-662x960.jpg 662w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-745x1080.jpg 745w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped-150x217.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/tallow-birdseed-ornament-heart-shaped.jpg 828w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Do you know someone who loves watching and feeding birds? <\/p>\n<p>You can always gift them with something they can\u2019t eat, but with something that brings them joy \u2013 in the form of birdseed ornaments. <\/p>\n<p>Wrap them up in parchment paper, or beeswax wrappers, and stuff their stocking with a useful item that is more for the birds. When nature is happy, everybody is merry. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-25-garden-markers\">25. Garden Markers<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"609\" height=\"1000\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='609'%20height='1000'%20viewBox='0%200%20609%201000'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13700 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-26\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels.jpg 609w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-183x300.jpg 183w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-204x335.jpg 204w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-211x347.jpg 211w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-317x520.jpg 317w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-390x640.jpg 390w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-468x768.jpg 468w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-585x960.jpg 585w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/plant-labels-150x246.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 609px) 100vw, 609px\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Garden markers can be bought year-round. But, you know that you can do the same at home, so long as you cultivate your creativity. <\/p>\n<p>Not to go overboard on words here, as it\u2019s already been said plenty of times, here are 17 DIY plant labels and markers you can create with your own hands.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-26-embroidery\">26. Embroidery<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13701 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-27\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/embroidery-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Now these stocking stuffers are getting serious. If you have the skills to embroider anything from an ornament to a dishcloth, your stocking stuffers are definitely wanted. <\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t know yet how to embroider, why not dive into an online class, or watch a few videos online? It\u2019s all very easy when you choose uncomplicated patterns. <\/p>\n<p>Best of all, you can incorporate your own handwriting into a design, making your gift one to be appreciated for years to come. Often times, it is the sentiment that counts, not the money spent on a gift.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-27-handknit-socks-or-mittens\">27. Handknit Socks or Mittens<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"680\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='680'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20680'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13702 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-28\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-768x522.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-720x490.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-735x500.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-335x228.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-347x236.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-520x354.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-640x435.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-960x653.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/handknit-socks-150x102.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>Knitting isn\u2019t a skill you can learn overnight, though it is a pleasing pastime that can keep you busy all throughout the winter. <\/p>\n<p>If you have some basic knitting knowledge, why not take it up a purl or two? Socks are very useful items, mittens are too. <\/p>\n<p>While it\u2019s hard to free-form a knitted piece, here are a couple of patterns for each:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How To Knit Socks For Beginners The Easy Way from Nimble Needles<\/li>\n<li>Cozy Slipper Socks \u2013 Two Needle Flat Socks (video tutorial) from The Snugglery<\/li>\n<li>Beginner Knit Mittens from Yarnspirations<\/li>\n<li>Easy Straight Needle Knitting Pattern from Gina Michele<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-28-crocheted-coffee-coasters\">28. Crocheted Coffee Coasters<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13703 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-29\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/crochet-coffee-coaster-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>For the tea or coffee lovers in your life, why not stock their stuffing with a coaster, or an entire set, to complement their morning habit?<\/p>\n<p>Crochet a coaster in their favorite color, or choose one that matches their favorite mug. Nothing says \u201clove\u201d like a gift that is useful, delightful and handmade.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-29-lavender-bath-salts\">29. Lavender Bath Salts<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='669'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20669'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13704 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-30\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-720x482.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-735x492.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-335x224.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-347x232.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-520x348.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-640x428.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-960x642.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/lavender-bath-salts-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>To give the gift of relaxation is to honor the need for rest and recovery. Lavender bath salts do just that. They soothe the soul, they help relieve sore muscles, they make you sleepy (gently urging your body to produce melatonin naturally) and they reduce inflammation. All due to the use of Epsom salts.<\/p>\n<p>The lavender in the bath salts reduces anxiety, stabilizes the mood and can be used to treat insomnia and restless sleep.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a wonderful stocking stuffer that is easy to make with lavender from your own garden.<\/p>\n<p>Did you know you can use Epsom salts in the garden too?<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-30-coconut-sugar-scrub\">30. Coconut Sugar Scrub<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1000'%20height='667'%20viewBox='0%200%201000%20667'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13705 perfmatters-lazy\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-31\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-735x490.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-335x223.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-347x231.jpg 347w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-520x347.jpg 520w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.ruralsprout.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/coconut-sugar-scrub-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>While some gifts are purely practical, others are meant to pamper and soothe the mind, body and spirit. <\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s more than one way to make a sugar scrub, so do your own little search around the net to find the spices you like best \u2013 no one ever said you can\u2019t fill your own stocking!<\/p>\n<p>You can also make a sugar scrub with rose water, honey and lavender or green tea and mint. <\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-it-s-time-to-start-diy-ing-your-holidays-before-the-holidays-officially-begin\">It\u2019s time to start DIY-ing your holidays before the holidays officially begin. <\/h3>\n<p><strong>Related Reading: 35 Nature-Inspired Homemade Christmas Decorations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you slow down to think about it, isn\u2019t it absolutely amazing how many small items you can stuff into a stocking?<\/p>\n<p>Get ready to become hands-on, creative and crafty. 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