Homemade gifts are much appreciated. It not only shows that the person cares enough to give a gift, but took the time to make something by hand. Who doesn’t love getting a homemade gift? It’s thoughtful and special. Here are some of my favorite ideas for healthy handmade holiday gifts.
These gifts are made with Essential Oils. I highly recommend using Therapeutic grade essential oils and here is why. I would love to help you get started with these oils and learn how to use them to their full potential. You can click here to learn how I can help you.
Who doesn’t love to be pampered? People rather indulge on gifts for themselves and Sugar Scrubs and Bath Salts allow a spa-like experience at home, while also providing lots of health benefits.
Peppermint Sugar Scrub.
- 1/2 cup Turbinado Sugar (where to buy)
- 1/4 cup Melted Organic Coconut Oil (where to buy)
- 5 drops of Peppermint Essential Oil
You can checkout my other yummy sugar scrub recipes here and here.
Bath Salts
- Epsom Salts (where to buy)
- Lavender oil
- Mason Jar (where to buy)
My Favorite bath salt recipes are here and here. But you can get creative and make salts using just about any essential oil scent that inspires you!
Flavored Salts for Seasoning
This is the perfect gift for any GrillMaster or Foodie! Essential Oils are a great way to enhance flavors in foods. Here is what you need:
- Himalayan Sea Salt (where to buy)
- Food Storage Tins (where to buy)
- Essential Oils:
Blend Ideas: Rosemary, Oregano, Basil & Lime, Lemon & Black Pepper.
In a bowl mix salt with 2 drops of essential oil of your choice. Add salt to tin and make another flavor. Create 2-3 different flavors and give as a set to your favorite foodie! Its perfect to season meat, veggies or just about anything!
Peppermint Hot Cocoa in a Mason Jar
Hot Cocoa is enjoyed by people of all ages. Warming up on a cold night with a yummy glass of hot peppermint cocoa just reminds me of the holidays. Here is a fun and cheap gift that is perfect for neighbors, teachers or friends.
Mason Jar (where to buy)
1 Cup unsweetened Organic Cocoa (where to buy)
1 cup Organic Sugar (where to buy)
1/2 cup of natural marshmallows (where to buy)
Peppermint Essential Oil
Tags (where to buy)
In a bowl mix sugar with 2-3 drops of peppermint oil and let dry. Once dry you can mix the cocoa with the sugar and pour into a mason jar and top with marshmallows. Include a tag with these instructions: For each serving, place 1/3 cup of cocoa mix in a mug and stir in 1 cup of hot milk (cow, almond or coconut milk). And don’t forget to top with marshmallows!
Flavored Vodka
It seems there is just about every flavor vodka out there. The other day I saw Bacon…….seriously? It got me thinking, that would be an easy healthy hack! Making my own healthy flavored vodka would be so easy to make! Here is what you need:
Premium Vodka (I like Kettle One, but any plain vodka of your choice will work!)
Easy Cap Bottles (where to buy)
Labels (where to buy)
Your choice of essential Oils: Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Grapefruit, Lime, Lemon, Orange, Tangerine,
Fill a bottle with vodka and add 3-5 drops of your favorite EO. Close the top and shake to mix up the vodka and essential oils. Use just as you would regular flavored Vodka. Black Pepper is awesome for Bloody Mary’s!
