Every year I hear the same thing: "I never know what to get them!" Well, if the person on your list loves animals, cozy things or one-of-a-kind gifts, I've got you covered. Here are my favorite holiday gift ideas from the farm and our farm store, All Things Sheared.
1. Alpaca socks (seriously, trust me)
I will die on this hill: alpaca socks are the best gift you can give someone who lives through a Midwest winter. Alpaca fiber is warm, lightweight, soft and naturally free of lanolin, so it's much less itchy than wool for most people. Once someone tries a pair, they'll be asking for more next year. It's the gift that creates a lifelong customer, and I'm only a little bit sorry about that.
2. Something sweet
Honey from Soaring Bee Apiary, our honey company, is one of those gifts everyone actually uses. It's perfect for a hostess gift, a teacher thank-you or a stocking stuffer. Pair it with a mug and some tea and you've got a cozy little bundle that looks like you put way more effort into it than you did.
3. Natural self-care
Farmgirl Fab sheep's and goat's milk soap and skincare, and Soaring Bee Apiary beeswax candles, make thoughtful gifts for the person who deserves a little pampering (which is everyone in December, let's be honest). They're simple, they feel special, and they're nice to have around during the darkest, coldest months.
4. Sustainable finds
All Things Sheared carries a lot of sustainability-minded products, which makes it a great place to shop for the eco-conscious person on your list. Gifts that are useful, beautiful and kinder to the planet? That's a win all around.
5. Give an experience
Some of the best gifts can't be wrapped. A farm visit, an animal experience or an annual membership gives someone memories instead of more stuff. Imagine the face of a kid who unwraps a card that says "You're going to meet a kangaroo." Or the grown-up who gets to spend an afternoon walking with alpacas. Those are the gifts people remember.
6. Help the animals
For the person who truly has everything, a gift that supports the animals can be really meaningful. Caring for more than 130 animals across 14 species takes a lot of hay, love and elbow grease, and our supporters make a real difference. You can sponsor an animal on our Sponsor Squad.
Shopping tips
- Shop early. Popular sizes and items can go fast during the holidays.
- Visit in person. Make a day of it: see the animals, then do your gift shopping.
- Bundle it. Socks plus an experience makes a pretty perfect gift.
Start shopping
Browse cozy gifts and farm favorites at All Things Sheared. Happy holidays from all of us (and all of them) at Eagle Eye Farm!
