Support Small Business - the Best Christmas Gifts for 2024
Christmas Gift Guide: Great Stuff From Cool Women
To help you with your holiday shopping, we palled up with 6 of our Canadian entrepreneur friends. Each of us picked a couple items that are guaranteed to make a mama smile and solve your holiday shopping dilemma.
All of these gift ideas are available online and are from women-owned Canadian small businesses. Yup, that includes our store, too!
In alphabetical order, shipping to you from coast to coast, here is our Christmas Gift Guide...
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Bamboobino
Bamboobino is an innovative and award-winning line of children's clothing & accessories made from soft, sustainable bamboo. Bamboobino is on a mission to provide families with thoughtfully designed and ethically made products, by empowering their choices for sustainable living.
Founded by Sharon Chai, a dedicated mother of two, in Vancouver, Canada, Bamboobino was born out of the pursuit of finding the softest, most practical, and environmentally friendly fabric for her children. Having already incorporated bamboo products into her household for years, Sharon’s discovery of bamboo’s potential in fabric spurred her mission to share this exceptional fiber with other families.
Bamboobino embodies the essence of a small, mom-owned business that places a premium on customer trust and satisfaction. Here are Sharon’s picks for gifts that moms will appreciate:
A bamboo version of the classic bath pouf. A fun washcloth alternative to lather up, make bubbles, or toss around in the tub!
Wrap up your baby in this wonderfully lush and absorbent hooded towel! It is thick and generously sized at 29” x 29”
Bear and Roo
Empowering women to feel confident and comfortable by combining high-quality, active / athleisure wear with a passion for self-love and self-care. Bear and Roo believes that every woman deserves to live a healthy, happy, and beautiful life, one outfit at a time.
Jen, the powerhouse behind Bear and Roo picked these two cool items:
Help the special woman in your life layer up in style and comfort with this popular 1/2 zip pullover! Made of high-quality, comfortable materials, this versatile piece is perfect for everything from morning workouts, staying warm at the desk, to being cozy at night sporting events. A thoughtful gift for any busy mom looking to elevate her athleisure wear.
Cozy up with these bestselling joggers, designed for busy women & moms on-the-go! Soft, sweat-wicking fabric and a flattering fit make these a must-have for any active woman. Perfect for running errands, running miles, running around the office, or just running the household - these joggers are the ultimate gift of comfort and practicality.
demulcere
Made in Canada, woman and AAPI* owned, demulcere offers luxurious, multifunctional skincare that's perfect for those who appreciate simple, natural ingredients without added irritants. With sustainable packaging and formulations made to soothe and soften, these products bring the spa experience home.
Our holiday picks for you are the demulcere Serum and divine Souffle.
Demulcere Serum is packed with vitamin C and E, uses all-natural oils to create a multitasking essential perfect for busy moms who need glowing, nourished skin.
Demulcere Souffle is made with organic, food-grade ingredients and is ideal for soothing and nourishing pregnant bellies, postpartum skin, breastfeeding moms, and even delicate baby skin.
* AAPI = Asian American & Pacific Islander
Rural Oak Woodwork
Rural Oak Woodwork is a family-owned woodworking shop located in Southern Ontario, specializing in handcrafted wooden benches, step stools, and home accent pieces. Their durable, functional designs bring beauty and lasting quality to your home, perfect for families who value style without sacrificing practicality.
How awesome are these gift picks?! Very! Walnut Cutting Board and Rustic Step Stool.
This multi-functional board caters to all cutting and serving needs, perfect for slicing vegetables, presenting cheese platters, and adorning your kitchen as decor.
This rustic step stool helps you easily reach high, hard-to-reach areas while adding a beautiful, practical touch to your kitchen, bathroom, or pantry.
Sparkplug Coffee!
Impress the coffee lover in your life with a gift from Sparkplug Coffee so they can brew with the best! Roasted and hand-blended to order each week, Sparkplug's premium coffee beans are sure to kick start their day.
Without a physical storefront, Sparkplug Coffee delivers to coffee lovers across Canada by mail - or if you're in Toronto, by bicycle, on foot, or on the back of founder Kara’s vintage Vespa scooter. With a range of coffees to suit different brewing styles and taste preferences, Canadian coffee lovers find it easy to find their perfect coffee match in one of Sparkplug's blends. Our holiday gift picks are the Coffee Gift Kit and Monthly Coffee Gift Subscription.
The perfect gift for a coffee lover. With 4 coffee and lifestyle themes to choose from, each Coffee Gift Kit includes:
● 200g of TWO Sparkplug Coffees
● a perfect coffee scoop: not too big, not too small, just the perfect size for a cup of coffee
● an eco-friendly and fun Swedish dish towel
● free shipping in Canada
They’ll LOVE getting premium coffee delivered monthly - you pick a coffee & how many months & Sparkplug will take care of the rest. Whole bean or ground for their machine, eight coffees to choose from. Or go with the Sparkplug Pick and they’ll get a different coffee blend every time.
Straight & Arrow Boutique:
Clothe yourself in love. Straight & Arrow Boutique is a women’s clothing store with all the charm and relaxing atmosphere for the best shopping experience! Providing lovingly curated women’s clothing for the professional women who appreciates comfort and down time all while looking her best. Allison serves women with personal shopping experiences both in-store in Plamondon, Alberta, and online. Both places are where you can ask her questions personally to ensure you are getting the best fit and style specifically for you - a small-town boutique with a big heart!
Allison’s gift picks are a Straight & Arrow Boutique gift card or, if you know their size and taste, pick an item from the New Arrivals collection.
New arrivals! Each season allows for the fun and excitement of new arrivals to shop and inspire!
Allow that special someone the opportunity to shop for themselves in the comfort of a personalized boutique experience or from their own couch!
Trisha Flanagan Jewelry
Trisha Flanagan Jewelry has a clear mission: to empower women through Morse Code jewelry. She has reimagined the traditional string and bead designs by handcrafting each piece in solid sterling silver, using her skills as a silversmith in her Calgary, Alberta studio. Her Morse Code pieces provide a unique way to wear a personal affirmation or share a playful inside joke, with the message remaining a secret between you and those you choose to share it with.
Trisha suggests giving something from the Morse Code Collection or the F CANCER Best Seller bracelet.
These size-inclusive, handcrafted pieces blend elegance, personal expression, and empowerment, offering unique bracelets and necklaces perfect for self-expression or as meaningful gifts.
The F CANCER Morse Code Bracelet is a symbol of strength and solidarity, crafted from high-quality sterling silver with a sleek, minimalist design. It serves as an inspiring reminder of resilience, making it a perfect gift for those affected by cancer.