It’s the most wonderful time of the year, made better by RMFR’s Holiday Gift Guide! We’re here to point you in the right direction so that you’re checking off every single person on your list with gifts they’ll actually love.
This solid group of wonderful small businesses, many of whom are women-owned & operated, gets our stamp of approval for quality brands cranking out brilliant products and ideas that deserve your attention this holiday season.
For the Mama’s raising up their little foodies right: Chunky Deli
This collection of food-centric books, clothing, gift boxes, toys & games is brilliant for little ones, created by moms for moms. We are obsessed with our “al dente” onesie that sadly, our giant baby grew out of all too fast, and we’ve been using the black & white flash cards since his early days to teach him the essentials about having fun with his food.
These books are clutch to educate our young ones on the three main food groups: Pasta, Cookies and Cheese.
For that piece of delicate & meaningful jewelry: Morse & Mantra
This Colorado Springs-based jeweler creates custom bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more using morse code to build thoughtful, wearable pieces made from sterling silver, Swarovski crystals and silk. Dream up your own with words, names or initials of your choice or peruse a selection of positive affirmations with sayings that include our personal favorite: “Adventure Awaits.”
Enjoy FREE SHIPPING for online orders $60+ with CODE: RMFR at morseandmantra.com *Valid through December 6, 2024
For the adventurous oenophiles: Caleb & Rose Wine Co.
This boutique wine club curates hand-selected bottles by Kristen Muir, a knowledgable female sommelier, who brings over 20 years of experience to her business and ships her top vino picks direct to your door. She focuses on quality grapes from vineyards with organic practices, wines free of unnecessary additives, family-owned wineries and ethically produced bottles sourced from all around the world.
Sign up for a recurring subscription that delivers wine every thee months with the flexibility to add or swap out bottles. There are no membership fees, you can pay as you go, pause, or skip a season anytime so it’s convenient, cost effective and just feels so damn nice to delegate to an actual pro.
For a functional gift that excites the fitness-focused friend: Daily Aminos+
Liz Wolfe, nutritional therapy practitioner, certified personal trainer, host of Balanced Bites podcast and best selling author is a pinnacle of knowledge when it comes to women’s health (especially for those 35+). This woman on a mission to make other women’s lives healthier is bringing her vision to life in partnership with IdealAge x MD Logic to create an aminos blend that gives you a boost of energy with “electrolytes + taurine to maximize absorption and hydration.” Grab a single jar or cash in on a killer deal by signing up for a subscription and take your health into your hands with the help of this product.
Plus, if you want to double tap the gifties for a friend/fam interested in whole nutrition, order a copy of her book “Eat the Yolks” for a fascinating read that will have you questioning nutrition advice you’ve been spoon-fed your whole life and ensure you’re never “tempted” to order an egg white omelette ever again.
For the executive chef/hostess of your crew: The Olive Tap
There is a place that for us feels like an edible library, (with locations in Colorado Springs & Manitou Springs) offering an array of olive oils & vinegars to sample with varieties that range from sweet to spicy and everywhere in between. Build your own gift bag with a mini or full-sized assortment of your favorite flavors or check out their curated gift sets with oil & vinegar samplers to fit all your bread dipping and salad saucing personalities.
Be sure to check out their olive oil soap collection for a little sudsy addition that will make bath time buttery soft.
For those who like it amore: Stellina Pizza Cafe gift cards
It doesn’t get any more simple, straightforward and appreciated than when someone hands you the ticket to experience a great restaurant that serves delicious pizza, pasta, risotto, cocktails and gelato. This quaint neighborhood spot in Colorado Springs, is ideal for a casual dinner, intimate date night or get together with friends and hosts monthly supper club events for yet another excuse to go out for Italian.
Pro tip: Grab a bottle of their homemade Limoncello to-go, it makes one hell of a stocking stuffer.
For the relentless beer nerds: Urban Animal Beer Co. Coin Club Membership & gift cards
This craft brewery just recently opened a second location in downtown Colorado Springs, (in addition to the OG location on Star Ranch Road) and takes the top spot for us when it comes to enjoying great beer in a hip, welcoming atmosphere. They’re currently running a great deal on their COIN CLUB with a six month membership for only $100, earning the lucky recipient a BOGO pint every day. *Only applicable for the OG location. Cash in on Black Friday perks kicking off on November 29, when you buy gift cards for your peeps, you put it right back in your pocket with free beer:
- $25 gift card for them = free half pint for you
- $50 = free full pint
- $100 = free crowler
- $200 = $20 gift card
Header image courtesy of Kira auf der Heide
