When it comes to giving gifts, I am all about giving something useful, meaningful, or practical. [That pretty much sums up most homesteaders, right?!] Well, it isn’t always easy to think of practical gifts for homesteaders, so I’ve created a gift guide to help!
Since The Tannehill Homestead is a space all about learning how to homestead, living simpler, and enjoying life, this list of gifts for homesteaders is a must!
This gift guide is perfect for any level homesteader, whether they are at a novice or expert level, so know that I have you covered! There are fun gifts [that are still practical], as well as extremely useful gifts within this guide.
I’m telling you, these gift ideas are legit!
I also want to take a second to thank the sponsors of this guide. Without them, this guide would not be as nearly as useful as I had imagined.
Practical Gifts for Homesteaders
We are going to break the guide down into areas where these items are useful. So it will have kitchen goods, garden goods, and even a few balms that serve your homesteader. I think you’re going to like it!
Kitchen Goods //
We all know how much homesteaders utilize their kitchens. From preserving to chopping to drying all kinds of things – oh, and let’s not forget all the cooking!
The following items help make all the things in the kitchen simpler to tackle.
Misto Oil Sprayer //
This is by far the best kitchen gadget any homesteader could wish to receive!
It is a refillable oil sprayer that works with any and all kinds of oils. It eliminates the need for new aerosol cans and saves the environment from unnecessary waste.
I have had mine for 3 years, and it is still going strong, as you can see from the photo.
Ninja Food Chopper //
The Ninja Food Chopper is not a new item on the market. In fact, I can only find it at Walmart or on Amazon, but don’t let the lack of storefront options fool you.
The Ninja Food Chopper is perfect for smaller jobs, such as chopping up chicken breasts or boiled eggs.
Any homesteader who needs things chopped quickly and with as little effort as possible will love this chopper! Plus, it is easy to toss in the dishwasher taking up little space compared to a full-size blender or processor.

Instant Pot //
Instant Pots are huge time savers for homesteaders. They can cook a variety of things in a fraction of the time.
They can replace all sorts of small appliances, such as a crockpot, steamer, pressure cooker [although I don’t recommend that for canning], rice cookers, yogurt makers, etc.
While it may not always be better than all of these, you are giving your homesteader the option to reduce the time they take to prepare food and the number of small appliances they have.
Most of us homesteaders need more room in the kitchen, and I highly recommend the Instant Pot as a way of freeing up some space!

Hamilton Beach Food Processor //
I personally love Hamilton Beach products. I have several of them in my kitchen, and this food processor is one of the newer ones!
A food processor is considered a staple for homesteaders because it can chop and break down things that may be too hard for a blender. Plus, it allows you to prepare more all at once.

RSVP International Mortar and Pestle //
This mortar and pestle is not only gorgeous, but it is very useful within the homestead. It can grind up so many things to use in a variety of recipes.
Its obvious use is to grind up herbs for storing or adding to recipes, but it can also be used for grinding up tea leaves for custom herbal tea mixes.
I point out this particular mortar and pestle from RSVP International because this company focuses on sustainable kitchen products that bring families together.

RSVP International Marble Spice Grinder //
When a mortar and pestle is not enough for grinding spices, this spice grinder does it like a charm!
Being able to grind up spices into smaller pieces makes them perfect for use in face masks and other fun spa-like things.
Both the Mortar and Pestle and Grinder are considered staples for anyone looking into herbalism, tea making, or even DIY face masks.

Deluxe Kombucha Brewing Kit //
Kombucha is something I see as great for the soul! For me, it replaced my cravings for wine and sodas. The only drawback it has is how expensive it can be to purchase ready-to-drink [I typically pay $3+ for one bottle].
To stop the madness, getting a deluxe starter kit from The Kombucha Shop is a MUST!
Every homesteader needs the opportunity to make their own kombucha versus having to purchase it off the shelf, ready to consume. If your homesteader does not have a kit, they need it!
Books //
I am pretty sure all homesteaders have a library of resources, but the following two may not have touched their radar just yet! If your homesteader loves a good book, then these will do the trick!
Related Post: Homesteading Books: My Current Collection & Wish List

Baker Creek Books //
Homesteaders love to learn or need to learn about different things, and most of the time, that means opening a book and reading. I am personally excited about these two books from Baker Creek.
I have only gotten started with learning about the importance of choosing the right seeds and all that comes with gardening, so “The Heirloom Life Gardener” is a perfect starting point.

Also, I think “The Baker Creek Vegan Cookbook” is a great way to introduce different plant-based meals into your diet. I am by no means a vegan, but I think that learning some vegan recipes will be exciting!
Fun & Somewhat Random Gifts for Homesteaders //
These next couple of gifts are pretty unique! I think anyone would especially love to be gifted these!

My Garden Box //
My Garden Box is a pretty cool subscription box service that is perfect for any homesteader on your list!
They have two options to choose from – My Monthly Plant [pictured above] and My DIY Garden [pictured below]. Both are of incredible value and always include unique plants and projects.

I highly encourage you to check them out if your person loves getting surprise plants in the mail!

Bird Houses and Baths //
I love this birdhouse set by Bird Houses and Baths because they are of great quality and unique.
Any homesteader loves feeding the birds, seeing them chirp, and flying around. However, we need to encourage them to stick around with these birdhouses!
Necessity Goods //
Every hard-working homesteader I know has bumps, bruises, burns, muscle pain, you name it! These next few recommendations make great additions to stockings, gift baskets, Think of You gifts, etc.


Grandma’s Lavender //
One thing every homesteader probably has in common is sore muscles. Having a natural muscle balm on hand will always be needed.
Grandma’s Lavender has two options: the regular Muscle Balm and the Northern Man Ice & Fire Muscle Balm. I personally feel that both are necessary and useful!

Sneed Acres //
Another thing all homesteaders probably have in common is getting cuts, scraps, and/or burns. This means that they can all use a pain relief or healing salve.
The reason I specifically chose these salves from Sneed Acres is that they take their ingredients seriously and are very knowledgeable about what works.

Dr. Bronner’s Coconut Oil Gift Basket //
Last but certainly not least, we have Dr. Bronner’s Coconut Oil Gift Basket. I love Dr. Bronner’s products because they are certified organic and fair trade products. My favorite is their castile soap!
I included them within this list of gifts for homesteaders because I believe that it is easier for a beginning homesteader to start with a set like this to prevent the feeling of being overwhelmed with making their own.
I have yet to make my own soap, toothpaste [well, I tried unsuccessfully], and lip balm. It is nice to have these products pre-made by a company I trust. Your homesteader will trust them too!
Plus, castile soap can be used in several different ways, so getting to experiment with different recipes is still an option.
Final thoughts about gifts for homesteaders
Hopefully, one [or more] of my recommendations in this list of practical gifts for homesteaders will make your homesteader very happy for whatever gift occasion arrives!
Let me know which gift recommendation you would love to receive below in the comments!
Be sure to check out my other gift guides and grab my free Questions to Ask Before Starting a Homestead Workbook!

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