Gifts That Give Thanks to Friends and Family

Together or apart, these gifts show you care.

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November 02, 2020

By: Samantha Lande

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Show Your Gratitude

We may not be able to gather with all of our extended family and friends, but that doesn’t mean we can’t show them how much they mean to us. Here are some of our favorite gifts that show gratitude to those closest to us this Thanksgiving.

Knit Throw

We could all use a little comfort right now. These beautiful blankets are all hand-knit and the packaging comes wrapped with sprigs of lavender, making it extra warm and inviting. Your family or friends will love being wrapped in this cable-knit beauty while watching Thanksgiving Day football and knowing that with your purchase, YaYa & Co. will plant trees in the Amazon rainforest to help protect it for future generations.

BUY IT: Yaya & Co., $120

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Whether or not you can be there to indulge, we don’t know anyone who would turn down a show-stopping seasonal dessert. Move over pumpkin pie, here comes the pumpkin chocolate chip cookie cake complete with cream cheese buttercream and festive fall sprinkles. It’s sure to become a Thanksgiving staple next time you can all gather together.

BUY IT: The Cookie Cake Co., $48

Grateful Necklace

Sometimes you just want to come right out and say how grateful you are, but you don’t have the words. This beautiful moonstone necklace from Asha Blooms is a good reminder of gratitude and also comes with a touching card. It’s the perfect gift for a mom, grandma, sister or best friend.

BUY IT: Asha Blooms, $78

Actually Curious Game

If you are able to gather safely with family and friends, why not play a game that allows for meaningful conversation? This card game, made with help from experts in the field of love and connection, prompts questions like “What does perfect mean to you?” and “What food reminds you of home?” It helps deepen empathy in a fun and competitive way. Can’t be with your family? Send them a set and play over Zoom.

BUY IT: Amazon, $25

Heirloom Gratitude Book

Even in tough times, there is much to be grateful for year to year. Start a new tradition with your family by recording some of those moments of gratitude with this gorgeous book that prompts you to record events. Bring this book to family dinners and give people a chance to record their feelings.

BUY IT: Barnes and Noble, $26

Relax Care Kits

With all of the stresses of the world right now, showing gratitude in the form of self-care would be much appreciated by anyone. This Jane Care kit has all of the tools to unwind in one package, including essential oils, cards with tips on slowing down, lavender bath bombs, a candle, soap and a succulent.

BUY IT: Jane Care, $60

Color Series Photo Books

Missing family and friends? Us too. With extra time at home, it’s a great opportunity to sort through photos from past holiday dinners and create mini photo books to gift to your family and friends. You can choose a different color for each year or holiday and add to the collection next time you’re reunited.

BUY IT: Artifact Uprising, $20

A Tasteful Thank You

One of the best parts of Thanksgiving is grazing on good food. If you can gather together, this makes the perfect pre-meal snack with nuts, dried fruit, cheese crackers and two cookies that say “Grazie” and “Merci.” If you can’t be together in person this year, it’s an amazing gift, and it even comes with a wood serving board and knife.

BUY IT: Olive & Cocoa, $134

One Hope Wine

A bottle of wine is always a nice gift, but one that expresses gratitude and gives back is even more meaningful. These sparkly wine bottles from One Hope make a beautiful centerpiece and each bottle purchased provides support to Why Hunger in their effort to end childhood hunger.

BUY IT: One Hope Wine, $49

Homesick Candles

We are all a little homesick or yearning for the memories of gathering with family. These homesick candles help evoke some of those amazing moments, whether you choose one that smells like your home state or a memory like grandma’s kitchen.

BUY IT: Homesick, $34

Skinny Bangles

These handmade skinny bangles are the perfect gift. You can wear a set and so can your gift recipient. They come in a whole slew of colors and choices of metal, so you can look stylish while thinking about your loved ones from afar.

BUY IT: Moo-Young, $48

Gifts That Give Thanks to Friends and Family

Related To:

Shop This Look

Show Your Gratitude

Knit Throw

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake

Grateful Necklace

Actually Curious Game

Heirloom Gratitude Book

Relax Care Kits

Color Series Photo Books

A Tasteful Thank You

One Hope Wine

Homesick Candles

Skinny Bangles

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