Holiday Gift Guide

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Journal // Gel Pens // Carhartt Jacket // Soy Candle // Yoto Mini Player // Travel Tumbler //

Frye Leather Boots // Cookbook // Hydroflask // Ski Mitts // Woman’s Mittens

It's go-time for the holiday shopping, and as a family of 5, we know how chaotic it can get. Thinking of gifts for kids, gifts for parents, friends and everyone in between can be a bit much. We wanted to share our very first Holiday Gift Guide with our community in hopes that this will help ease some of the holiday shopping frustrations! We've picked out some of our favorite products that we personally recommend and love ourselves! Happy shopping! 

Writing Thoughts & Ideas -

Are you looking for the perfect gift for that person in your life who always has ideas? Well, I am that person, and I always have a notebook at hand so I can jot down ideas and get them out of my head. This Topdrawer Bristol Journal is travel-friendly, high-quality, and durable which means it's one of my favorite travel accessories. Plus the yellow option is 100% on brand with my love for bright colors. I also really love the Zebra Sarasa Gel Ink pens. If you have someone in your life who is particular about pens, these are an ideal gift for them! The colors are great and they write very smoothly. 

Winter Gear -

Here in Minnesota, we're all about that quality winter gear! Coats, boots, and gloves are popular gifts in our household, as they are something we use heavily in the wintertime. If you love being outdoors in the Minnesota winter, then this winter gear is for you! If you want to give the gift of warmth, gloves like these Hestra Army Leather Ski Mitts are a must-have item, especially when you live in the Midwest. My wife has these mittens and wears them often. She says they are warm, and not bulky or difficult to move around in. As for me, I have these ski gloves are my favorite. They are high-quality, incredibly warm in freezing temperatures, and made to last. These would be a great stocking stuffer for someone you love! 

For the Tradesman in Your Life -

As a custom home builder, I can be pretty rough on my clothing, my shoes and outerwear specifically. So, if you're looking for great gifts for your husband then check these out! This Carhartt Men's Relaxed Fit jacket is Sherpa-Lined and of incredible quality. I've had one of these for years! Speaking of great quality, these Frye leather boots have lasted me for years, through snow, mud, rain, and any other weather you can imagine! 

Cozy Home Gifts -

Creating cozy home spaces is something we do really well at Mark D. Williams Custom Homes. So, when we thought of some of our favorite home items that could be a great gift for friends, these two items came to mind. This candle is one that we have lit in our home often. This PF Candle Co. candle in Amber and Moss is one of our favorites. We burn it year-round because of it’s clean scent that we never get tired of. Speaking of cozy, we love putting together a meal for the family that we can all gather and enjoy together. This Norwegian Baking cookbook is not only a beautiful piece to have displayed in the kitchen, but is filled with delicious recipes! 

For the Kids -

As a family with 3 kids, we are always looking for a good toy that is screen-free and engages our children in a story. The Yoto Player plays music, stories, podcasts, radio, and even white noise. We love this travel-size player because it's easy for each of the kids to have their own and take them along wherever we go. They also have a wide range of cards that play stories, music, and more. This starter pack is perfect for your gift list! 

The Perfect Beverage Holders -

Last up, some of our favorite water bottles and coffee tumblers! If you've ever been to a Curious Builder event, you might have come away with a Hydroflask water bottle. That's because these are my absolute favorite water bottle and I love sharing the joy! Hydroflasks are incredible and keep my water cold forever. I have gone back to it a day or two later, and my ice is still frozen! When it comes to hot drinks, this Kinto Travel Tumbler is sleek, stylish and never spills! I love the design and simplicity of it.

We hope that you have a wonderful holiday season, full of fun and unique gifts that you can share with your family and friends!