Kody Hanner
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Your one stop for homestead gift ideas
Homesteaders are hand to buy presents for. It’s just a fact because they have opted out of consumerism, processed foods, and electronic devices. And lets face it, that is what the holidays have become. When brainstorming homestead gift ideas, think outside the box and consider things you may not always see as a gift.
I explain this more in my podcast, Homestead Gifts That Will Actually Get Used.
12 Days of Homestead Gift Ideas
To have a little fun with the homestead gift ideas, I broke it down into 12 days. This way, you can see the gifts that compare with each other.
You will find ideas for men, women, teens, kids, and for the whole family!
On the 12th day of Christmas…
Men
Grab the grill boss in your life this savory, smoked salt that’s packed with minerals.
Women
Save the nails of every canning woman in your life with a jar opener.
Teens
No one likes flies on the homestead. Put your teen to work eradicating them with a Bug-a-Salt!
Kids
Build your kids’ confidence with this cute farm book, Be You.
Family
Keep everyone warm this winter with our favorite workwear, Berne Apparel.
Will I sing about 11 more homestead gift ideas?
Men
When your guy is out working fences in the blistering cold, there is nothing worse than numb fingers. Fix that with heated gloves.
Women
For toxin-free, natural, and beautiful skin care and make-up, try Toups & Co. Organics. Her skin will thank you!
Teens
Help keep your newly licensed driver safe with a dash cam. Plus, you’ll see some cool things.
Kids
If the teens are getting electronics, so are the littles. And nothing is more fun (or can keep them safe on the homestead) than a good set of walkie-talkies.
Family
Get the whole family playing and learning with Homestead Trivia!
On the 10th day, we are seriously counting down… let’s add some experiences.
Men
A CCW (Concealed Carry Weapons) course gets homestead guys legally licensed to pack. Click the image for a class finder.
Women
Many store-bought candles are made with chemical fragrances. Making your own candles is fun and great for your nose.
Teens
If I’m making candles, my daughter is right there with me. With the above gift, you get a skill and bonding. PS it’s fun to make lip balms and lotion, too!
Kids
Keep your kids safe by teaching them Survival Basics.
Family
Nothing inspires or motivates our family on the homestead more than attending a homestead conference together. Many events for 2025 have tickets on sale already!
On the 9th day of Christmas my true love gave to me…
Men
Homestead businesses can be tricky. They don’t fit in any box. With my Starting a Homestead Business Planning Guide, they can get off on the right foot.
Women
Guys are DIYers, but women will ask for directions. If you purchase my business coaching, you get the guide listed above for free.
Teens
My daughter loved Braiding Sweetgrass for the Young Adult and it has sparked some great conversations. I hope I have time some day to read the original Braiding Sweetgrass.
Kids
These plain wooden blocks may seem simple, but my 4 and 7 year old boys could play with them for hours! Stack them, pretend with them, paint them!
Family
We started family reading at night about a year ago and have loved it. It is a great way to come together and have something to look forward to at the end of the day.
Is 8 enough?
Men
My husband’s favorite book series is One Second After. It’s a post-apocalyptic about our government getting shut down from an EMT. We listened to it as a family too!
Women
Essential oils are a staple in a crunchy mom’s home. They are used for medicine, cleaning, cooking, and more! I linked a starter pack, but if they are already oil users, consider spoiling them with a high-end oil, like Frankencense.
Teens
Whether your teen has a BB gun, pellet gun, or rifle, targets are a great gift to help them hone their skills.
Kids
Want to keep your little ones busy for hours while you work in the garden? These little excavators keep my compost aerated.
Family
Get everyone snacking with an old-fashioned popcorn machine. It looks good in the kitchen, the popcorn is delicious, and the kids can snack for a couple of days afterward. Then, feed the leftovers to the chickens.
I’ve always loved the number 7!
Men
I think I would willingly cut firewood all day with a kindling cutter like this!
Women
Moms love parenting books. And what’s better than one written by another homestead mom? Share my new book, Raising Self-Sufficient Kids with with someone who is looking for peace in their home.
Teens
Get your teen started on their own homestead endeavors with a chicken egg incubator.
Plus, you can get them my poultry incubation and marketing course to go with it.
Kids
These quality farm toys from Little Busters will spark your kids’ imagination and they are wild boy destruction-proof from what I’ve seen so far.
Family
A customer puzzle makes for a very special family affair. Use a family photo, a picture of a beloved pet, or their homestead. Consider adding all the supplies to glue and hang it afterward.
Do you want six geese honking?
Men
If you’ve been trying to nudge a family member to move closer to you, The Homesteaders Guide to Relocating could do the trick!
Women
Have you ever been unsure of what your livestock needs to be healthy? The animals health guide can help put your mind at ease.
Teens
I have never believed that curriculum is off the table as a gift. Especially one as cool as Homestead Science. There are many teens that are very interested in agriculture and would love a text like this.
Kids
While we are sharing about Homestead Education Products, I’d love to point out the Homestead Stories Book Series. There are 9 children’s stories about homesteading and quality of character.
Family
Having a full freezer can be the best gift a family could get! Our farm and many others ship farm fresh meat. Check out our Homestead Page for more information.
Fiiiivvveee Golden Rings
Men
Muck boots are a #1 need of all homesteaders. Animals are poopy and muddy, and it’s cold outside.
Women
I saved up for this farm cart for a year and it was worth every penny! It has big wheels so its easy to roll and it dumps like a dump bed.
Teens
We have these alcohol pens, and they are so satisfying to color with. My daughter takes really good care of them too.
Kids
While the teens are using fancy pens, the kids can be learning to draw these cute farm animals.
Family
Family game night is one of my favorites. We recently purchased Wildcraft to practice our foraging and herbal skills.
More homestead gift ideas “four” you
Men
Give your guys the freedom of mowing the lawn while they smoke a brisket with this meat thermometer that connects to an app on his phone.
Women
I don’t know how this isn’t a more popular appliance. We use ours for everything. In fact! We have two!
Teens
Hillbilly Elegy by JD Vance is an important book for our youth to read this year.
There is also a great literature curriculum that pairs with it from Prairie and Pine. Use code: homesteadeducation for 10% off
Kids
Have your kids make their own healthy protein snacks with this cookbook from Livesweet.
Family
Consider signing up for a class or membership as a family. There are tons of hands-on classes being taught all the time on butchering chickens, sourdough, and herbalism.
We will be offering some in North Idaho in 2025.
Three to go, have you finished your shopping yet?
Men
My husband swears by this sharpener and I am happy when my knives are sharp. Plus, it a great stocking stuffer.
Women
With as much stuff as we do in our kitchen, we go through tea towels like water! A pretty set would make my day!
Teens
I found these great beanie headlamps that are great for doing your farm chores and having your hands free. They are also rechargeable.
Kids
Its not Christmas without a new sled under the tree. Get those kids outside!
Family
Growing an herb garden with your kids can be super rewarding and teach them a lot. Plus, you’re growing your own food.
Did I save the best homestead gift ideas for last? Or did I get excited and list them first?
Men
Survival Garden Seeds has prepper packs of all sizes, including medicinal herbs. It will give anyone some peace of mind. Select packs are 10% off with code KODY10
Women
I loved this book by Jill Winger. I felt seen as a homesteader (and as an overachiever).
Teens
Handcrafts have really been making a comeback with teens, both boys and girls. My teens have been enjoying leather work recently.
Kids
Just like the teens want homestead businesses, so do the kids. A worm farm is a fun way for them to try their hand at entrepreneurship.
Family
Everyone loves snacks! A charcuterie pack is bound to be a hit.
And a partridge in a pair tree…
Or if we are talking about homestead gift ideas, a chicken in my herb gar-den!
Men
‘Merica! Build your own mini AR! My husband and boys got the biggest kick out of these.
Women
Sourdough has become the litmus test of homesteaders. But even though I’ve figured it out, I have had a hard time splurging on the tools.
Teens
Woodworking is another handcraft that my kids love. This wood burning kits has made for some beautiful pieces.
Kids
I have already mentioned Homestead trivia, but I want to point out that the kids’ version has 72 picture questions so that non-readers can join in!
Family
Ice cream! Enough said!
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