You’re making your list and checking it twice and you’re not sure what to get anyone this year. We’ve got you covered. Here are a few suggestions for the whole family. In addition to making great gifts, and being of high quality, none of these items are manufactured in China. Check! Check! Check!
Gifts for Mom
Happy Hands: Winter White Hand Cream Trio
Indulge Mom with this festive gift set that features three one-ounce tubes of luxurious hand creams from France. Treat her to scents like lavender, lychee bilberry, and lemon verbena, packaged in chic, reusable tins with vibrant floral patterns—a perfect way to show appreciation. $30. LaChatelaineBeauty.com
Festive Glow: Antique Candle
Elevate the holiday spirit with this Christmas bundle of four, which offers 320 hours of combined burn time. Smell the magic of Christmas with Tree Farm, Spiced Cranberry, Sugar Cookie, and Christmas Day scents, all hand-poured in Lafayette, Indiana. $152. AntiqueCandleCo.com
Stocking Stuffer: Lip Sleeping Mask
Packed with shea butter, murumuru butter, and vitamin C, this leave-on mask from top lip treatment brand Laneige offers 8-hour hydration and a 135-percent instant moisture boost. Mom and everyone she meets will love the smile that this will give her. $24. Laneige.com
Gifts for Dad
Made for Flavor, Made for Fun: Weber Grill
Dad’s cookouts have never been smoother than with this portable, on-the-go grill made in the United States. With 8,500 BTU burners and a 189-inch cooking area, it can deliver big taste wherever the adventure takes you. $259. Weber.com
Stocking Stuffer: Maglite Flashlight
Brighten Dad’s nights with this flashlight powered by next-generation MAG-LED tech made in Southern California. Boasting 200 lumens, water resistance, and a tactical design, it offers three modes with a minimum of six hours of high-beam lighting. $38.50. Maglite.comRelated Stories
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Gifts for Grandma
Woven Warmth: ChappyWrap
Grandma will love the unique cotton blend in this Old Port Herringbone blanket that resists shrinking and reduces fuzz. Crafted in Germany and Poland, its Jacquard-woven design and hand-finished softness offers a lifetime of warmth and style. $135. ChappyWrap.com
Sweet Aroma: Window and Door Draft Stopper
Keep Grandma’s house warm with this American-made, three-foot draft stopper. Filled with aromatic Maine balsam fir, it seals drafts, reduces heating bills, and brings a cozy fragrance to the home. $29.95. VermontCountryStore.com
Stocking Stuffer: Darn Tough Socks
Step into the festive spirit with these Limited Edition Wild Life Crew Lightweight Lifestyle Sock. Knit from overstock yarn, this special-edition sock radiates holiday cheer and is the perfect addition to Grandma’s seasonal wardrobe. Made in Vermont with the finest merino wool, they offer all-day comfort and spread joy and warmth with each step. $24. DarnTough.com
Gifts for Grandpa
Songbird Sanctuary: Vintage Wren Birdhouse
Plow & Hearth brings nostalgic charm to Grandpa’s backyard with this American-made haven for wrens. Made with premium redwood construction and a copper clean-out panel for easy maintenance, it offers timeless appeal for bird lovers. $89.95. PlowHearth.com
Soothing Slumber: Classic Pajamas
Indulge Grandpa with pure luxury with Petite Plume’s Luxe Pima cotton pajama set. Made in the United States with 100 percent Peruvian Pima cotton, these yarn-dyed pajamas offer buttery softness, breathability, and elegance. Made to soften with each wash, it’s a bedtime ritual he’ll cherish for years. $118. Petite-Plume.com
Stocking Stuffer: Personalized Leather Key Ring
Handmade in Huntsville, Alabama, from full grain American leather, this five-inch keychain boasts rustic charm and durability. Personalize it for Grandpa with his debossed name or initials. $21. HoltzLeather.com
Gifts for Big Brother
Nature’s Charm: Shwood Sunglasses
Give big brother a stylish upgrade with The Original Wood Sunglasses by Shwood. Crafted in the United States, these shades feature premium hardwood and 14-ply carbon fiber construction, ensuring 33 percent more strength. With timeless style and OBE German-made spring hinges, it’s the perfect blend of trendy and durable. $149. ShwoodShop.com
Rollercoaster Ride: K’Nex Amusement Park Building Set
Give the gift of a hands-on building experience with this model amusement park set, made by a family-owned toy company in Hatfield, Pennsylvania. The set features 744 classic parts, including a motor, for building a majestic Ferris wheel, thrilling boom ride, or exciting swing ride. Ages 9 and up can create mobile masterpieces. $49.99. BasicFun.com
Stocking Stuffer: Chomps Beef Jerky
These American-made protein-packed snack sticks come in flavors like Taco Seasoned Beef and Salt & Pepper Venison, making them perfect for any meat lover in your family. With 10 grams of protein, zero sugar, and allergy-friendly ingredients, its a delicious and guilt-free snack for all occasions. Starting at $24 for a 10-pack. Chomps.com
Gifts for Big Sister
Signature Elegance: Earrings by Stacked by Vale
Made by a mother-daughter duo in Miami, Florida, each handcrafted pair of earrings offers a classic gold or silver style that will add to big sister’s wardrobe. Choose between an assortment of hoops, dangle earrings, and studs to find the perfect one-of-a-kind gift. Starting at $32. StackedByVale.com
Erin Made Quilted Backpacks
Bring the Sunshine State to wherever you are with a handmade quilted backpack from Florida. Soft and practical, this backpack comes in an assortment of prints and features adjustable straps, playful oversized tassel detailing, and plenty of beachside charm. Starting at $115. ErinMade.com
Stocking Stuffer: Notebook and Highlighters
Make journaling more fun with a pack of Zebra Midliner highlighters. Available in packs of five to 30, these pens come in a variety of mild colors and feature a double-ended tool with bullet and chisel tips perfect for hand lettering, studying, or adding flair to planners. Water-resistant and AP certified non-toxic, they are made for creative minds. Starting at $10.95. ZebraPen.com
Gifts for Little Brother
Imagination at the Wheel: Adventure Camper
Encourage a younger brother’s sense of adventure with the Step2 Adventure Camper. Made in the U.S.A., this playset features a molded-in kitchen, realistic details, and a working doorbell. This open-concept camper encourages both exploration and social development, with plenty of engaging play activities. $349.99. Step2.com
Home Run Fun: Wiffle Ball Set
Prepare for the perfect game of ball with this six-baseballs-and-32-inch-bats bundle set. Made in the U.S.A. with high-quality plastic, each ball and bat is designed for safe and enjoyable play. It’s perfect for aspiring hitters, youth sports teams, and family fun. $35.95. Amazon.com
Stocking Stuffer: Name Trains
Make learning fun with a personalized wooden NameTrains system. Crafted from locally-sourced, sustainably harvested hard maple in Vermont, each set is a customizable, playful tool for spelling and creativity. Letter cars measure 2 1/2 inches tall and are compatible with wooden railway systems. Prices vary. MapleLandmark.com
Gifts for Little Sister
Christmas Canvas: Deluxe Child’s Easel
Encourage your young artist with an easel crafted from durable, natural hard maple in Minnesota. This award-winning easel features accessible art surfaces and easy folding for storage, along with the options of white markerboard, green or black chackboard, or washable magnet board. $84.99. BekaInc.com
Enchanting Village: Wooden Dollhouse
Step into a magical world with a wooden dollhouse and accessories sustainably made from reclaimed rubberwood in Indonesia. Choose between an assortment of dollhouses such as the Dovetail House, Cottontail Cottage, and Foxtail Villa for plenty of whimsical fun. Prices vary. TenderLeafToys.com
Stocking Stuffer: Playable Art Ball
Young artists can bend and sculpt the 20 vibrant wooden beads of this flexible toy into endless original forms, making it perfect for crafting daily masterpieces. Designed in Germany and crafted from beech wood in Taiwan, it offers entertainment for creatives of all ages. $32.99. FatBrainToys.com
Gifts for Baby
Classic Learning: Uncle Goose ABC Blocks
It’s never too early to start learning with Uncle Goose’s Classic ABC Blocks. Made in America and housed in an eco-friendly canvas bag, these 28 sustainably crafted basswood cubes showcase alphabets, numbers, symbols, and whimsical animals. Ages 2 and up. $48. UncleGoose.com
Cuddle Buddy: Organic Elephant
Babies to toddlers will love this ultra-soft stuffed elephant handmade in Germany. Crafted with 100 percent certified-organic cotton and filled with soft Merino sheep’s wool, it’s a safe and eco-friendly choice for babies. It’s not only adorable, but also machine washable. $40. BellaLunaToys.com
Stocking Stuffer: Baby Safe Rubber Ducky
Avoid your child developing latex allergies by giving them a toxic-free teething toy. The Good Duck is known as the safest rubber duck your baby should ever chew on and is made in the U.S.A. to be PVC-free, Phthalate-free, and BPA-free. Sealed to prevent water and mold, it’s soft, odor-free, and always floats upright, making it perfect for little hands. It comes in vibrant colors and a gift box that is also 100 percent American-made. $14.99. CelebriDucks.com
