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A Homemaker's Christmas Wishlist


   If you are anything like me, you start out with the best intentions of getting your Christmas shopping done early. Every year I say it, and every year I slightly miss the mark. Eh, now is not the time to get stressed. By now, you are rummaging through your Christmas list and still have those hard-to-get-for people left. No worries. I have compiled a list of my favorite gift ideas. Hope this helps!

1. Instant Pot Everyone needs one. Every single human being. They are amazing! Completely versatile and for under a hundred bucks. Yes please. I use mine multiple times a week. I highly recommend purchasing the extra lid, so you can easily pop the leftovers in the fridge.

2. Essential Oils (Sponsor#: 3519018) Doesn't everyone use these now?! Non-toxic scents for the win. Here is a list of my top 5 favorite oils:

  1. Thieves: Has stood the test of time. Literally! Must have to combat the sick season.
  2. Christmas Spirit: The perfect blend of cinnamon, orange, and black spruce.
  3. Peppermint: Bad breath or tummy ache, a must have!
  4. Lavender: A drop on your pillow to support relaxation.
  5. Wintergreen & Tangerine: Diffused together smells like a candy store!

3. Ninja Blender Okay, this is for those people you REALLY like. It is hands down our most used kitchen item. Every day, multiple times a day. Smoothies, soups, cookie batter, mashed potatoes, bread dough. Ninja fan for life!

4. Safety Razor Why does it seem so hard to select a gift for the men in your life? I have no idea, but I do know safety razors are an awesome, zero-waste, close shave that many men & women are loving these days.

5. Bamboo Fountain Pen This is obviously a gift for the more artsy folk in your circle, but such a timeless piece is certain to be treasured. 

6. Salt lamp The soft glow of these lamps are absolutely mesmerizing.


Bam, there you have it. My Christmas wish list this year! With online shopping, you still have time to get the perfect gifts for those you love.

Happy Christmas Shopping!
~Shantel

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