Now, I am not one to start Christmasing early. We celebrate Advent hard and save Christmas for its proper 12 days as much as possible in today’s world. But part of having a peaceful Advent for me is doing my Christmas shopping in November. If you want to get an early start too, I’ve got some ideas for you!
Many of the products below were created by folks I know, or were given to me to review in the past. There are a few (very few!) affiliate links among them. In many cases I have included links to my reviews so you can learn more.
Let’s start with Catholic gifts.
I used to think my only option for Catholic gifts was the local Catholic book and gift shop. It’s still a great option when I need something right away, but there is so much else out there, much of it handmade by Catholic artisans.
I love, love, love Pink Salt Riot products. You cannot go wrong shopping for your favorite Catholic woman here! My top recommendation is the design your own bracelet:
I wear the one I created most days!
I also love my St. Peter bracelet from Kindred Forest Co.
Visit them for a wonderful product line geared toward helping you be friends with the saints!
I am crazy about SockReligious (especially the clever name!). There are so many choices that I can’t pick a favorite. Maybe these?
Stay Close to Christ is another source for all kinds of Catholic gifts, including these adorable tiny saints. You can get one for free with your $10 purchase if you enter the code LESLIE at check out.
I found these and many other favorite Catholic products via the CatholicsOnline Directory. Click on the logo to learn more.
The talent of the artisans listed is truly a gift from God and I have been blessed by the products I have purchased.
A couple of my favorite Etsy shops I discovered via Catholics Online are Saongjai (I have bought sturdy, beautiful rosaries there) and No Heart Untouched (love her style and my husband loves the coffee cup I bought for him!).
There are always books on my Christmas list.
I’ve already written some posts on Christmas-themed children’s books. And here’s a link to non-Christmas picture books I love.
The following are a few Catholic books I have reviewed and can recommend. Links to purchase are in each post:
And here are links to a few that I have not reviewed:
Be Yourself: A Journal for Catholic Girls (The boys’ version is coming out soon!)
The Gift of Invitation (this is one of a series of Stay Connected journals)
Becoming Holy, One Virtue at a Time (another of the above series, to pre-order)
Made for Greatness (a growth mindset journal for Catholic kids)
Now for a few secular options!
I love the ring I purchased from Mama’s Jewelry, which contains the birthstones of all my children. There are lots of styles to choose from and they are surprisingly affordable! 
This is the best lipstick I have ever owned. It’s no longer available from the seller in the linked review, but you can purchase it here.
This next one is a bit pricey, but Healtop health and wellness products are amazing.
Finally, for those-hard-to-shop-for-people-who-have-everything, visit Uncommon Goods. Honestly, I love almost everything they sell (especially the candles)!
Let me know in the comments if you found anything here for your Christmas list!
