{"id":1419,"date":"2024-12-03T14:08:22","date_gmt":"2024-12-03T14:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplestartnutrition.com\/?p=1419"},"modified":"2024-12-03T15:16:07","modified_gmt":"2024-12-03T15:16:07","slug":"need-help-with-gift-ideas-dont-worry-this-list-has-something-for-everyone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplestartnutrition.com\/?p=1419","title":{"rendered":"Need Help with Gift Ideas?  Don\u2019t Worry, This List Has Something For Everyone!"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1419\" class=\"elementor elementor-1419\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6e4e355a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6e4e355a\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1dd6b519\" data-id=\"1dd6b519\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e4d624e elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-title elementor-page-title elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e4d624e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-title.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Need Help with Gift Ideas?  Don\u2019t Worry, This List Has Something For Everyone!<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6bfd0d8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-theme-post-featured-image elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"6bfd0d8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"theme-post-featured-image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"232\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?fit=300%2C232&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-image-1434\" alt=\"two individuals exchanging gifts\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?w=1650&amp;ssl=1 1650w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?resize=300%2C232&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?resize=1024%2C791&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?resize=768%2C593&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?resize=1536%2C1187&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/TITLE-PICTURE-1.png?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46c3610a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"46c3610a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The holidays are so fun.\u00a0 And I LOVE giving gifts, I mean I really love it.\u00a0 What I don\u2019t love is coming up with unique, thoughtful, personalized gift ideas for everyone on my list.\u00a0 I can usually figure out a few people, but then peter out before I\u2019m even half-way through.\u00a0 So, on that note, I\u2019m sharing some of my brilliant ideas, in hopes they help you too.\u00a0 Note, I\u2019m not sponsored by any of these products, or get money back.\u00a0 The links are just ideas, no need to buy these exact ones:)<\/span><\/p><p><b><i>Milk Frother<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Currently, this is my favorite kitchen gadget: the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zulay-FrothMate-Powerful-Milk-Frother\/dp\/B0BZQKN5XJ\/ref=sr_1_11?crid=Y4B8Y9R6BHVS&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tw7ORkjomGre_0dSP-r0albBDzdavKxDmpHYRo2w9B8GawiAMY70doTy_THiDhcSGk2sraqCVgEgxab6TYWshUtxjJYaZC5TmIwuOjpQPRLjWX2KTxFrYmZO2xDDZVkn5zxX0nEwQDUHRZm7M4Pt82A6xJzQthVjBqVBlujzy9F9e0Fs9nTRBxK59UrROLUavR2W03gM6ytwVhdLY0ukABqUAHn57J6PQRKDG2N2smBhLH9NkkB60r91zof1d1ceOY0RyG3uwAtnC16_S-SrHcl0Ii3KGj00nudQeM5ynOk.MzsSYcA6y6TtxMDh7sP-p6m9RHnUJqqhdh3dq64sU64&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=milk+frother&amp;qid=1733163914&amp;s=home-garden&amp;sprefix=milk+frother%2Cgarden%2C76&amp;sr=1-11\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">milk frother<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0 I literally use it every morning.\u00a0 And I don\u2019t even use it for frothing milk.\u00a0 I just use it anytime I want to stir something really well.\u00a0 Buy one of these and customize it to your person.\u00a0 Some examples:<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\" wp-image-1421 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=127%2C127&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Milk Frother gift set\" width=\"127\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?w=1496&amp;ssl=1 1496w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=1021%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1021w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=768%2C770&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/milk-frother.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 127px) 100vw, 127px\" \/><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee Lover<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 Pair the milk frother with a bag of theirfavorite coffee, a flavored syrup or 2, and maybe a specialmug.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gym Buff<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 Pair it with their favorite protein powder.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Runners<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 This goes great with some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Electrolytes-Drink-Mix-Variety-Sticks\/dp\/B09GKX9J39\/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.ePrO2UrTkFpJD6oDAlD7HojZXdh3CS90pbiEunDzfsJddisg1z5Fs3ytVbAicWGURIjIBSoDFJfvYCZEvhNjQFijzzEQhl1wD860ajUBh27rSbpEJ1OaYpMnN3kpVjW16enFDC4ZJZzRszo1EWD2eErfBWLd668jkaj1Gr1glo2Fc1eks71x9QT-ESqPVCG-SrR2Dv8hoW33902AdK3oMhLr_BP0qsVXhPnV0wRswhZrI7QveIoIMqq-MFj4h2UlXjaOmIW4bFsxUSpTBLhGepneIr_Fjh3Ar__OaIpjiGQ.u20UphQ5CfxBZZ_8GKafhqMMv__3Bh-_0l7KLEHptRQ&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=liquid+iv&amp;qid=1733164642&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Liquid IV<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for recovery.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walkers<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Grab their favorite water flavoring packets (do you know they make ones that taste like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Starburst-Watertok-Powdered-Strawberry-Servings\/dp\/B0DDDNTLG7\/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2XS9TAWMS3B2&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.vLT4dKA2wmmeYH_bWxZDSr7SH0ZPncRt-dQPl_F7YQdtMp7-Q2apV-UpNssxaC5USHE4b3NNihdHkJYDWYEIJT_e4sfzEUU70rocfVwYjn4ypG-uO-V3BWcvs4jzUscNwAfwiMUmrNSWEXFI37mv3uOwp6yOXmCtcH0wvgKrvzSsD2ltX_GBrmFUoD4msWoD_3ryhvwmf8izuHsvo5kk_6QmU9L1I23UstY6dB8pYwljHf_bIiKrN0YQFWrdrXCFeLzJaZxRAx38yD90vHxQoT73I3-sTgo2IbIwbk1j0pI.8KIQ2WSpEDC6po_zuFHD_7S2fieFQsAYLta52wT28HU&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=water+flavoring+packets&amp;qid=1733164720&amp;sprefix=water+f%2Caps%2C90&amp;sr=8-8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">starburst<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?) and maybe a new water bottle to keep things fresh.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cold Weather Friend<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u00a0 Some fancy hot cocoa and this frother to warm them up.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><div>\u00a0<\/div><p><b><i>International Snack Box<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\" wp-image-1422 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-03-at-9.14.19%E2%80%AFAM.png?resize=142%2C124&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"International Snack Box\" width=\"142\" height=\"124\" \/>I got this.\u00a0 I\u2019m so excited to try it with my family.\u00a0 I say I bought this for the family\u2026.but really it\u2019s for me:)\u00a0 This would be perfect for someone who loves to travel, whether they actually travel or not- they can try foods from around the world.\u00a0 Send it to your kid\/niece\/nephew at college for a monthly care package of fun new foods.\u00a0 Or gift it to a family with littles so they can try new foods together as a fun family bonding night (this is why I got it- though I can\u2019t take credit, one of my lovely clients told me they do this with their kids!).\u00a0 Plus, who doesn\u2019t love a consumable gift, I know I do!\u00a0 You can buy one individual box, 6 months, or a year of boxes.\u00a0 You can also just buy individual foods if you want to build your own!<\/span><\/p><p><b><i>Warming Mat<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-1423 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?resize=151%2C124&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Warming Mat with snacks on it\" width=\"151\" height=\"124\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?w=1488&amp;ssl=1 1488w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?resize=300%2C246&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?resize=1024%2C838&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?resize=768%2C629&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/warming-mat.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 151px) 100vw, 151px\" \/>Do you have someone in your life who loves to host?\u00a0 Then this is the perfect gift.\u00a0 I didn\u2019t even know it existed until my husband brought it up (<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thanks babe!<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0 Instead of the foil trays and sternos this<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Electric-Versatile-Temperature-Gatherings-Holidays\/dp\/B0D1XNDM67\/ref=sr_1_8?crid=2E72F3FBTWLEV&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.O9ERYbBSWTIhghpTnyA7OLreoo683_2iULj-qeQejphTDAgsKXI5D0wAOed33ftyFXu8UY9fRpeBezbjvMsn2LjZti865RbrSdjoSxDuPN3qQRQYDgBlSUSqgxKYaAPeG9SQbX1eERP-BPvnVywU9P_BDOC4HfBsmIyVyF2cR25fyzsxZn-lGsyIVp6Uj30MM7ZIEq5zlPy9dXsSQsrw3PxkJFh1-k4JBGUzBSzuDmNVzurbP-SegPeHkt-67dqruKz-ily8L2YBgP2RUminXVkol9-f6A8KCZEqHrfqzKY._NKf_KrOzyhDyeHLZP8ziWf2i1wshUvTub-Um3dKYno&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=warming+mat&amp;qid=1733167802&amp;sprefix=warming+mat%2Caps%2C95&amp;sr=8-8\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> warming mat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can take their place: aka no more boiling water or open flames.\u00a0 Easy to clean and 3 different temperatures makes it the perfect gift for the party thrower in your life.<\/span><\/p><p><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><b><i>Ice Cream Maker<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-1424 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-03-at-9.17.59%E2%80%AFAM.png?resize=182%2C142&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Ice Cream Maker\n\" width=\"182\" height=\"142\" \/>I have to be honest, I\u2019m not a fan of appliances that only do one thing, but this guy is so cute, and MUCH smaller and MUCH less expensive than its ice cream competition (I\u2019m looking at you Ninja Creamie).\u00a0 Now you don\u2019t have to keep a half gallon of ice cream in your freezer taking up precious real estate.\u00a0 With the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/dash-my-mug-electric-ice-cream-maker-multi-purpose-soft-serve-ice-cream-machine\/-\/A-92795617?preselect=88249300#lnk=sametab\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DASH<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ice cream maker, you keep the base in the freezer, then add the ingredients and in 20 minutes you have a pint of\u00a0 ice cream, or sorbet, or gelato, OR frozen yogurt:)\u00a0 Yes please!<\/span><\/p><p><b><i>Reusable Sealable Bags<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\" wp-image-1425 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=121%2C121&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Reusable Sealable Bags assortment \" width=\"121\" height=\"121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=768%2C767&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?resize=800%2C800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sealable-bags.jpg?w=1280&amp;ssl=1 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 121px) 100vw, 121px\" \/>Here me out.\u00a0 I know this isn\u2019t the most existing gift, BUT it\u2019s really practical.\u00a0 I use mine ALL THE TIME ( I have kids in school, I also use them for my lunch, snacks on the go, and in the fridge for leftovers).\u00a0 Use them for teacher or neighbor gift- make some cookies or peppermint bark and package them in the bag with a nice ribbon.\u00a0 Or get some of the bags, some reusable paper towels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eulnars-Non-Scratch-Reusable-Paper-Biodegradable\/dp\/B0CCVXNQBF\/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1RAZWBTM1RQHU&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XnhFdyhuj_q0m0la5Agu3hyPgpSE4s6bGJfeYHMjC4H7HNhw_r9qPlgFLuVFrXUVMgE4HjeUosKsiAGej7Uxsl18RoNJkg09aFUtC4wM3dFQywoCXnUAaXxZ9ZoMxi7wP7YIwtGWy26Af1ik19ZOiSBe4IUZV7xgzycARk89_vh4qlNe-9GPrc0sXNTrAyoAJAlooc7RB4vsnR-Yu4OlEytg5JK1m10cQKsSpycPuXzgbBesGi3GVw47W7_52NUw4P95QOZxKoY2KVX8-gMqEiVnBOObh9Qf0yPZJ5wpVRM.sf906whJdSY6JjhfRcq_kYDQ5bhO39_gPm1r9gYIGlM&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=reusable+paper+towels&amp;qid=1733168875&amp;s=home-garden&amp;sprefix=reuable+pape%2Cgarden%2C73&amp;sr=1-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swedish dishcloths<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), tuck some stainless steel straws in there and you have the perfect eco-friendly starter pack for your loved one who is all about saving the planet, and money!<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><b><i>Sushi Making Kit<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" class=\"wp-image-1426 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sushi-kit.jpg?resize=216%2C169&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Sushi Making Kit\n\" width=\"216\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sushi-kit.jpg?w=980&amp;ssl=1 980w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sushi-kit.jpg?resize=300%2C235&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/simplestartnutrition.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/sushi-kit.jpg?resize=768%2C602&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 216px) 100vw, 216px\" \/>This is so fun, I was gifted a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Delamu-Making-Bazooka-Spreader-Chopsticks\/dp\/B089ZY5ZGP\/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=11LFCB8A43O2H&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.AAT0mvSrDNSL4WviMu3PL3m6ZAkHE17dEwLhedFFujvqRa2Y5eBfnaEuOg2S7H5Q_agMLti8PP1J7dO8JSVc0uAzKAO_7uDR3YTQ7XAF_Nd0Ye09VIS038uiyMv8g2TzG260XxQnvgg0vAnRH1AtRk9SeaawgHkjQJW2-dcfEbG7nUkWTgbLcBeWX1cYWk7t6JQhpJw_wu0fLFV4e8CgiIqDtlGZ9eIxgf0W5ZYK9Cu_1QUZVog3L3thJD4w-DUQfPl5zbW1SXXICEYdMX0K6KXcv6YAn7WOgUjYKfGPqfc.-bu7AFgzKqDM8njuzO3N89MqSsg36a7nNYcobjMiPTM&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=sushi+making+kit&amp;qid=1733227836&amp;sprefix=sushi+maki%2Caps%2C123&amp;sr=8-3-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sushi making kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and it encouraged me to go take a sushi making class!\u00a0 And yes, you can gift a sushi making class too.\u00a0 Making meals at home can not only be a little healthier, since you control the ingredients, but can be a fun learning experience.\u00a0 BONUS:\u00a0 pair the kit with some seaweed paper and sushi rice and the receiver will have no excuses not to try sushi making at home!\u00a0 (I know this from experience\u2026 I got it 2 years ago\u2026but still haven\u2019t made anything since Aldi doesn\u2019t have all the ingredients I need, so I\u2019d need to make a special trip\u2026and we can see how well that has gone)<\/span><\/p><p><b><i>Stocking Stuffers<\/i><\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ok, here\u2019s a few item to put in their stocking that aren\u2019t your typical M&amp;M\u2019s or deodorant (please tell me I\u2019m not the only one who gets toiletries)<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Oven-Rack-Shields-Resistant-Protector\/dp\/B07R129SVZ\/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=15AVW16L3U8Q4&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.bE53vJ16cSyN4kaWrFzX_8mDVWHgOaFUh5mOenRGs6vcPkSIWdpRtsqGf12mtVw1pD0Lzyn8pZOBVlGHo9fhAqE4KDEdk1Z8YHyjoT2ncEMecmZGCeU76L6PZw5cOqQI6aN2ANGEIg0zkP8lRuCFggE8FZsPLgpeuM_KOn0rUDsWDnLuSMUs6vE9NCyqNJGpkcIzAZe79dMiYTD6rShTErZzNLRDz7BxUVnjXcHOUiQ.ryJfnl2x14rdGxDAbQLZY_dMHGvGvg6SSC7rQ8f6-wY&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=oven+guards&amp;qid=1733229413&amp;sprefix=ovem+guard%2Caps%2C121&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oven Rack Shields<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; perfect for the clumsy baker or cook, protects their hands and arms from the hot racks whenthey\u2019re putting food in and out.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/VitaCup-Mushroom-Vitamins-Support-Brewers\/dp\/B08T6G8FBQ\/ref=sr_1_4_sspa?crid=3N9LXU8OHALFT&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.L-HiHXFouAXjaxzkZ8vQxAkYT05Wdh5kiZ7wx20GFUUve6EHfjGSF3ygmXnTThXOpJFeEZlMhaq7KoGZ-t9yE71X_nB9iC5PMRHWlzXtLvfAgeGK2EUAOudYAB0aRiuOm-NlGl0Fb6i4nKADmoSye-qzQKtd80DS2Ev1yDRRNEjRy-01LB7x5iJ2dGUhI-EmpYRTUvFzIgBu21LQP0T-LLYaB1YdieE1Sov8I-kb1XMSVRywxOqvnz8MSidluSIGApqOrFZ8yZgX9Hb1oED-M-MYJgB_gQBRgWVy6IDzzM8.3Aqr7XA_JYJrlD_sa4JhSJmVzpzfvHexBiYuPtPXe7w&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=mushroom+coffee&amp;qid=1733229456&amp;rdc=1&amp;sprefix=mushroom+coffe%2Caps%2C126&amp;sr=8-4-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mushroom Coffee<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; anything that says memory and focus is a must for me.\u00a0 Does it actually improve your memory and focus?\u00a0 Probably not, but maybe it has a placebo effect?\u00a0 Plus it takes up a lot of room in the stocking:) And it\u2019s very trendy these days, so might as well give it a go!<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.traderjoes.com\/home\/products\/pdp\/chocolate-passport-094062\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chocolate Passport<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; no more drugstore chocolate- step up your game with a chocolate passport from Trader Joe\u2019s with 8 different chocolate bars from around the world.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penzeys.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Herbs and Spices<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; while you\u2019re at Trader Joe\u2019s (or anywhere for that matter) stock up on some fun spice blends like this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.traderjoes.com\/home\/products\/pdp\/pizza-sprinkle-seasoning-blend-074734\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pizza<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> one or fancy sea salt sampler that comes in fun flavors like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Smoked-Sea-Salt-Sampler-Cherrywood\/dp\/B00478UGQO\/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=JMJM0YJFQBMK&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tKa5LRreC1oc9Ax2QtmaMT9WZRqY_AL1G70EcBbyWW_yEZNye1xIXJKS__x6FC2RPmcbStu-QZRkOjNrsF_MZCcf0DgvXi7iSTTDtn8K1cDCH14EQdKhm57iutihPkxqkSWHTOXTOnvN2IN0M4AE1HfQxOXeusip4fph9jiCg4E-UrRKuNVFbmQBbbB3eZo1iMYou5y7JlizRSNZZg-_GlIi5nO7deQwxmINmJpCAGNfZl59JfRo5aTm_ntDvwGcd937dNo2TVgqCcp4Lu83HqiUfL7g0l2BQBCuuCxr4Ac.TYRt1q5RgkY6OSDSFUbcgm0b_m_S-ivUW5ytf39qe7Y&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=sea+salt+set&amp;qid=1733229771&amp;sprefix=sea+salt+set%2Caps%2C129&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">smoked<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (for the grilling person) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Finishing-Seasoning-Gourmet-Occasions-Flavored\/dp\/B00478UGRI\/ref=sr_1_6?crid=JMJM0YJFQBMK&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tKa5LRreC1oc9Ax2QtmaMT9WZRqY_AL1G70EcBbyWW_yEZNye1xIXJKS__x6FC2RPmcbStu-QZRkOjNrsF_MZCcf0DgvXi7iSTTDtn8K1cDCH14EQdKhm57iutihPkxqkSWHTOXTOnvN2IN0M4AE1HfQxOXeusip4fph9jiCg4E-UrRKuNVFbmQBbbB3eZo1iMYou5y7JlizRSNZZg-_GlIi5nO7deQwxmINmJpCAGNfZl59JfRo5aTm_ntDvwGcd937dNo2TVgqCcp4Lu83HqiUfL7g0l2BQBCuuCxr4Ac.TYRt1q5RgkY6OSDSFUbcgm0b_m_S-ivUW5ytf39qe7Y&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=sea+salt+set&amp;qid=1733229771&amp;sprefix=sea+salt+set%2Caps%2C129&amp;sr=8-6\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infused<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (for the gourmet person)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Waterproof-Adjustable-Kitchen-Painting-Training\/dp\/B099ZRXB16\/ref=sr_1_13_sspa?crid=1XIY6W213D9FZ&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5VJIYz2Wn1yyqn8bYeDTerXM3ZFUGEKF1B0hGb8oESQ0gNqCAxo0k2mjAG9KpitDB2y_BFaQJRHopC7_O1dg7qBd3fkNRQQc104C6DZgYxQoNjtde_StLtVswfTIW6FaBSd99j84LEpsfdjfOHZYeeByAuBY3z_X2JRFoB4oCM932N4liVHEKHtlr-SR12kDVDGZo0pqdpLpF8xFzhmA96Yq7H-uzinWvOMk0gSRojTyfCZaHs-hoQ4pptNgqr9wEJqt3P-JDm0_-jAa83v2ZaYvPhapilh02rGdrU5qEFI.KQVcopQ1-f6E08CaXPxCd3jhKOEhrOLpnWF-gdRteoo&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=kids+cooking&amp;qid=1733229905&amp;sprefix=kids+cooking%2Caps%2C123&amp;sr=8-13-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&amp;psc=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apron<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; this one is so cute!\u00a0 It makes a great gift to get a kid excited about cooking.\u00a0 And makes it a little less stressful for the parent, when you can just say- wipe it on your apron (aka, not the counter, chair, their regular clothes\u2026).\u00a0 Or level up your game and get one <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/1040558182\/personalized-linen-kitchen-apron-custom?ga_order=most_relevant&amp;ga_search_type=all&amp;ga_view_type=gallery&amp;ga_search_query=personalized+aprons&amp;ref=sr_gallery-1-4&amp;pro=1&amp;sts=1&amp;content_source=769d53e98b44436d5770feb4ee39c8b958ddc214%253A1040558182&amp;organic_search_click=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">personalized<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the kitchen friend in your life.\u00a0 Stuff this in the stocking and it\u2019s practically half full!<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need more ideas, check out our previous blog post on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/simplestartnutrition.com\/?p=995\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">holiday gifts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are dietitian approved.\u00a0 More than 10 unique ideas in there, including several for kids!\u00a0 We 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