Unwrap Joy
The Carolina Woman holiday gift guide
Carolina Woman is here to spread the jolly! We’ve handpicked presents that’ll become cherished treasures. Luxe objects for family. Practical gizmos for pals. Smart toys for children. There’s something for everyone from adventurers to naturalists and babies to kids.
ADVENTURERS
Ohsnap Case + Grip Kit iPhone - The thin case provides ample protection for a device and comes with a snap grip that sticks magnetically to the back, allowing a user to hold the phone, prop it in kickstand mode or even turn it into a fidget spinner. $64
“Winter in Tuscany: Cozy Recipes and the Quanto Basta Way" - Food writer/cook Amber Guinness brings the heart of Tuscany's cozy fall and winter flavors to home kitchens in this inspiring new book, published by Thames & Hudson. $45.
BABIES
Smart Steps Musical STEM Gym - This padded play mat from Alpha Toys features mechanical and electronic activations and an adjustable play board to keep baby's legs kicking while attention is enriched. $30
CREATIVES
“A Dog Lover’s Activity Book” - This pawsome delight, packed with puzzles, quizzes and laugh-out-loud games for fans of the furry goofballs who steal our hearts, was written by our publisher, Debra Simon. $15
Sticker books from Workman Publishing - Tactile joy whether a friend’s home is crammed with houseplants and books (“A Plant Lover’s Sticker Book,” “A Book Lover’s Sticker Book”), a pal could spend hours in a museum (“The Art Lover’s Sticker Book”), or someone can’t get enough nostalgia (“Paint by Sticker: 90s”). $15-$25
DIVAS
Cape Collection heated towel rack – Featuring an internal cable system for quick, even heating, this versatile warmer by Amba Products includes two sets of six bars and comes in polished, brushed stainless steel or matte black finishes. $560
Gleem Beauty Moisture Round the Clock (includes One & Done Moisturizer and Soft Immersion Night Moisturizer) - 24-hour, aloe-powered hydration with anti-aging moisture, primer action, UV and pollution defense, and gentle exfoliation as well as skin tightening and calming. $175
ENTERTAINERS
Cereria Molla candles - These scented beauties are handmade of soy wax with 100-percent cotton wicks and essential oil-derived fragrances in glass vases made and painted by hand. $50
Drinkmate OmniFizz - The all-in-one carbonation system that’s designed to elevate beverages by allowing the user to carbonate any drink, from juice and tea to cocktails and wine, providing full control over the fizz. $100+
FOODIES
Ankarsrum Assistent Original Stand Mixer - Unlike traditional mixers with a stationary bowl and rotating blades, this innovative design from Sweden features a 7.3-liter rotating bowl that mimics hand-kneading, delivering superior results. $800
“Indian Food Is Easy” (published by Appetite by Random House) - The secret to simple, flavor-filled Indian cooking is unlocked with 100 recipes that anyone can make, any night of the week. $30
NATURALISTS
“Wild Ocean: A Journey to the Earth’s Last Wild Coasts” – Wildlife photographers Peter and Beverly Pickford present a stunning, unforgettable portrait of some of the earth’s remaining wild marine environments and shorelines, published by Thames and Hudson. $65
Workman Publishing 2026 calendars - Audobon Birds Page-A-Day with hundreds of gorgeous, full-color photos captured by top photographers; Secret Garden Wall, perfect for anyone who could stay out with the plants all year long; National Parks Page-A-Day for road-trippers, hikers and others who thrive in natural spaces. $17-$18
KIDS
Clixo Dino Adventure Pack - Featuring new, dinosaur-inspired shapes and colors, this flexible, magnetic building toy lets kids construct endlessly while encouraging screen-free, open-ended play. $50
Harmony Play Kitchen – Full of interactive features that bring imaginative cooking to life for little chefs, this whopper by Play2 offers the sensory experience of turning the clicker knobs to set the oven temperature, pushing the button to turn the working light on and off, and enjoying the burner’s “sizzle” and illumination. $220
Luna StoryTime Projector - A super-duper bedtime helper, this 3-in-1 portable projector plus audio and music player transforms story time into an immersive, screen-free adventure. Starter set: $60
Putt & Splash Adventure Center by Step2 - A wild mini-golf game with a splashy twist that ignites creativity and active play with three customizable golf course paths that connect to the central water tower. $170
TODDLERS
Cribsi’s Plush Shark Soft Sculpture and Pillow - This large, huggable stuffie, which features a blue-and-white body and a playful expression, can be cuddled or hung in a room as decoration. $55
Smart Steps Balance Buddy Learning Monkey - This vibrant item from Alpha Toys enhances accuracy, coordination and cognitive development with interactive voice instructions and an intelligent recognition system. $35