Gift ideas for Christmas in July
By Carla Snuggs

Christmas doesn’t only have to come once a year! It is said that Christmas in July was first celebrated at a summer camp in 1933, when Keystone Camp in Brevard, N.C. decided to dedicate two days (July 24 and 25) to the holiday. If you’re celebrating Christmas in July or you just want to get a headstart on your holiday shopping, here are some fantastic gift ideas.

Kengos Lace-Ups 

Gift yourself or those you love Kengos, shoes that stand out and stand up for our planet. Their distinctive look gets people talking and sharing their eco-values. Kengos are made of plants and sand and held together with a distinctive hand lacing on the outer sole that makes the shoe super flexible and gives it a unique look. Machine washable too. Show some love for your Mother Earth, and reduce your carbon footprint with shoes that are really sustainable. Shop:  Kengos.com             

She Rose Tahiti  

Your writing just got stylish. Whether you start a gratitude journal, recipe notebook or anything else, Tahiti will help you do it in style. Get inspired and uplevel your writing today! Shop: Etsy.com 

Love Talla The Rise Fingerprint Pendant   

The ones we love are the light of our lives. This stunning pendant is carefully crafted with the print of someone you love, reminding you how their love is ever-present, shining on you at all times. 

We create fingerprint necklaces so you can forever feel the connection between you and the people you cherish. Shop: Lovetalla.com 

Two Mice Children's Book Travel Series

Join two silly mice, Azura and Afrodille, and their companion, Madame Bella,  on adventures to Paris, London, New York City, and Africa.  Each book is filled with adventure, culture, and problem-solving! Shop: 2-mice.com 

Penh Lenh Freshwater Pearl Ring 

This bracelet is made from Freshwater Pearl beads, and looks great alone or stacked with other rings! Available in sizes 4-9. Every piece is handcrafted and each purchase supports a hopeful future for the artisans of Penh Lenh. Shop: Penhlenh.com 

Handmade Eclectic Weavings by Tina DuBois from Wires and Knots Design 

Tina creates bright and bold weavings that feature recycled materials and foraged branches, making her art a great gift for an eco-conscious friend or family member. She offers a variety of sizes, styles, and price points to help you find the perfect woven wall hanging. Shop: Etsy.com 

ZOX "Today I Will Not Worry" 

ZOX is a family-owned apparel company based in Austin, Texas with the mission to change the world through kind words. Our wristbands are made from recycled water bottles, transformed from plastic into elastic works of art. With beautiful artwork on one side and a motivational or encouraging message on the other, you're sure to find the perfect band for you or for a friend! Each strap is $10 and made with love. Shop: Zox.la  

EnergyBud Silicone Mold Set - 4 Pack Semi-Sphere Chocolate Silicone Molds 

 Ideal for making desserts like dome mousse, chocolate bombs, ice cream cake, candy, and more. Chocolate mold set is made from premium quality silicone. The multi-cavity molds are made to be thicker, durable, and more flexible. The complete set includes the four molds along with a silicone brush, mini spatula, pastry bag, and six piping tips. Shop: Amazon.com 

Pink Jasmine Tea White Peach Fruit Tea Box 

Pink Jasmine specializes in do-it yourself boba tea gift kits. Our boba tea kits are a fully curated tea party in a box and can be fully customized to your liking. Each kit includes your choice of tea bags, fruit syrup, two toppings and drinkware. It's the perfect gift for any bubble tea lover! Shop: Pinkjasminetea.com 

 Hohbee's Easy Plant Pot 

The Easy Plant Pot is a pot that comes with Pafcal soilless growing media which utilizes new Japanese technology that makes growing plants easier, faster and cleaner! This pot ensures the plant remain healthy for weeks as the excess water will be stored at the bottom reservoir, providing nourishment to the plants. It is suitable for people of all ages who are interested to kickstart their gardening passion! Shop: Amazon.com  

 WILD INTERIORS CURLY SPIDER PLANT 

There’s a plant for everyone and every space, so give the gift of nature with Wild Interiors succulents and foliage plants.  A great pick for any plant lover, the bright Curly Spider Plant is the gift that will keep on giving! Its vibrant, leafy tendrils and a free-flowing shape provide a tranquil feeling in any room. These easy-care plants thrive in bright to medium light, require minimal watering and are pet friendly. For curated design inspiration, as well as more gift ideas and pet friendly plant options, explore your wild side with Wild Interiors. Shop: Wildinteriors.com 

smoovii

smoovii is a new innovative product in the health tech industry. It has a unique 2 piece design and a USB rechargeable battery, so you can use it anywhere, anytime. Oh, and it's the easiest to clean blender on the market.. just add water, a drop of soap and blendwash in less than 30 seconds! Enjoy a healthier breakfast or lunch in minutes with the smoovii portable blender! Shop: smoovii.com 

 Variety Box of Quantum Energy Squares

Want to try every taste we currently offer? Enjoy two of each Quantum Energy Square in every variety box, and find your favorite flavor of finish-line fuel. Each box features all four of our signature flavors - Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate, Coconut Almond Chip, Dark Chocolate Pink Himalayan Salt, and Caffe Mocha Almond Chip. Shop: Quantumsquares.com 

Dear and Delicate by Sybile Art | Craft-Ease Paint by Number Kit 

Dear and Delicate is one of the crowd's favourite designs from the super talented Syblie Art, an illustrator based in Belgium. You can get this designed deliver to you in 3 days from our US warehouse so that you can start painting right away. With every kit you purchase from us you support an artist directly! Shop: Craft-ease.com 

Do you celebrate Christmas in July? Leave a comment below and let me know!