Gifts outside the box

 If you’re starting to panic just thinking about gift-giving, we’ve got some fun and interesting ideas for things you can make at home or in the classroom. These gifts are more thoughtful and more nourishing than a pack of bickies. They’re also a fun way to get the kids involved in the spirit of giving!

Jars of healthy snacks

Want to treat someone? Pretty jars of wholesome snacks look great and are a lovely swap for the traditional box of chocolates. Try our roasted chickpeas or baked vegie chips. Add a personal touch by decorating a jar with ribbons, labels, stickers or some glass paint.

Spice rub or Dukkah mixes 

Spice rubs and Dukkah are a fantastic, no-bake gift idea. With so many flavour combinations to choose from, you’ll be sure to find a combination that will hit the spot! Some of our favourite combos are:

Layered soup jars

With the many textures and colours of soup ingredients, these jars are very pretty and make for a perfect healthy gift. All the lucky recipient will need to do is add fresh veg and water. https://wholefully.com/homemade-soup-mixes-in-a-jar/ (just add fresh veg)

Rainbow hamper

There are loads of colourful and nutritious options that can fill a healthy food basket. Here are some of our favourites. Choose one or mix and match!

Seasonal fruit and veg

A colourful arrangement of fresh fruit and vegetables is both beautiful AND practical. Vegetables in season at Christmas time include beans, beetroot, broccoli, capsicum, carrot, eggplant, chilli, garlic, mushroom, tomato. Summer fruits such as apricots, bananas, berries, cherries, grapes, mango, nectarine, plum, and melons would combine to make a fresh, colourful, and healthy gift.

Baked goodies

If you want to get busy in the kitchen, you could make freshly baked delights like our pumpkin and sweet potato scones, date and muesli slice, or chocolate zucchini muffins.

Homemade (or shop-bought) condiments

• Think salsas, pestos, and infused olive oils.
• Jars of fermented and pickled veg
• A tea hamper or a Christmas tea tree 

Herb or vegie garden starter kit

 Sustainable lunchbox

A gift that the planet will thank you for too! There are so many options available on the market and loads of instructions available for DIY options. Why not try adding; metal straws, reusable cutlery, or beeswax wraps (this is a great one you can make at home see video here).