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10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts

November 28, 2016 by Megan Lavin 29 Comments

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It’s so fun to make and give treats around the holidays to neighbors and friends. But, what do you do if your neighbor has dietary restrictions, food allergies or medical conditions that make it hard to find foods that fit their diets? If you’re not comfortable delving into the world of reading labels, or trying to cook with different ingredients you’ve never used, then use these cute non-food gift ideas.

List of 10 Non-Food Neighbor Gift Ideas by AllergyAwesomeness.com

These holiday gifts are range from homemade, to store bought but all show thought and care as well as any goodie plate ever could. Plus, they’ll be used and enjoyed for more than a few minutes, unlike food. I know I’d be happy receiving any of these!  

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.comSanta-tizer

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Snowman Soap

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Joy 

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Let Us Do the Dishes

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Soapn You Have a Merry Christmas

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Christmas Stovetop Potpourri

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

DIY Bath Salts

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Felted Wool Dryer Balls

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Hot/Cold Rice Packs

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Vanilla Brown Sugar Scrub

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Cozy Blanket

10+ Food-Free Neighbor Holiday Gifts Roundup by AllergyAwesomeness.com

Cozy Holiday Toes

May your holidays be safe and inclusive! I hope this list helps you think outside the box when it comes to giving gifts.

Be sure to pin this so you don’t lose it! Also, check out all of my other allergy-friendly Pinterest boards.

 

List of 10 Non-food Neighbor Holiday Gifts by AllergyAwesomeness.com

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About Megan Lavin

Hi! I'm Megan, a mom to four kids, two with multiple food allergies & one with EOE. I'm a published cookbook author that constantly tweaks recipes to make them allergy friendly--it's an addiction. I share every recipe & tip with you, to help you eat like you did before food allergies & dietary restrictions. You can still be awesome, even with food allergies!

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  1. Amanda

    November 30, 2016 at 8:59 AM

    I love this! I need so many teacher gifts this year, that this is perfect! I always worry about allergies and now I won’t have too!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:07 PM

      YAY! I’m so glad that this will come in handy for you. Your teachers will love you.

      Reply
  2. Alisa Fleming

    November 29, 2016 at 8:19 PM

    Such fun practical ideas! I want those rice packs and bath salts for myself!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:06 PM

      Me too! I’m secretly hoping my neighbors are paying attention 🙂

      Reply
  3. lindsay Cotter

    November 29, 2016 at 3:58 PM

    I love the blanket idea! I need to get a bunch for my family too. So clever!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:06 PM

      Yes, you can never go wrong with a blanket!

      Reply
  4. Brianna Hobbs

    November 29, 2016 at 11:38 AM

    These are such fun and creative non-food alternatives! Love them all!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:06 PM

      Thanks Brianna! Hopefully there’s something for everyone.

      Reply
  5. Sabrina | The Tomato Tart

    November 29, 2016 at 4:44 AM

    This is awesome tips , very thoughtful ideas for gifts. Looks fun and yet meaningful.

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:06 PM

      Thanks Sabrina. I think meaningful gifts are the best!

      Reply
  6. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

    November 28, 2016 at 8:35 PM

    I love those bath salts and the felted wool dryer balls. Such a fun list of ideas for gifts!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:05 PM

      I do too! I think that’s why I put them, I’m secretly hoping my neighbors are paying attention 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kelly @ TastingPage

    November 28, 2016 at 7:47 PM

    So many great ideas and love that they aren’t things to pack on more extra calories!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:05 PM

      Yes, it definitely is a waist-saver!

      Reply
  8. Lindsay Cotter

    November 28, 2016 at 7:08 PM

    Love these gift-giving ideas! This is a helpful list to have on hand for the holidays!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:05 PM

      Thanks Lindsay! I’m glad you found it helpful 🙂

      Reply
  9. Chrystal @ Gluten-Free Palate

    November 28, 2016 at 7:07 PM

    I love this roundup of non food gifts!! Everything doesn’t need to revolve around food 😉

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:04 PM

      Amen and amen, Chrystal!

      Reply
  10. Cricket Plunkett

    November 28, 2016 at 6:38 PM

    With so many allergies and special diets I don’t like giving food as presents so this is a great list!

    Reply
    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:00 PM

      That’s a great way to look at it, Cricket. Yes, it’s always safer to give non-food nowadays.

      Reply
  11. Sharon @What The Fork

    November 28, 2016 at 6:33 PM

    I enjoyed reading all of these non-food ideas! I love gifts that are meaningful as well. These are great!

    Reply
    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 12:00 PM

      Thanks Sharon. Agreed–meaningful gifts (and thoughtful) and THE best.

      Reply
  12. Elizabeth DiBurro

    November 28, 2016 at 5:08 PM

    Some of these ideas are just brilliant! Hand Santatizer? Love it!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 11:59 AM

      Wasn’t that one fun?! Loved that idea. Thanks! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine

    November 28, 2016 at 4:51 PM

    Depending on the year I make non-food gifts! I always make my gifts DIY/homemade though! So much more meaningful!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 11:59 AM

      It’s so true! I bet your friends love getting your gifts.

      Reply
  14. Laura |Petite Allergy Treats

    November 28, 2016 at 10:57 AM

    All of these gifts look beautiful and fun! Love the food-free ideas!!

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    • allergyawesomeness@gmail.com

      December 1, 2016 at 11:59 AM

      Thanks Laura! Yes, sometimes it’s nice to just get away from the worry and hassle of food!

      Reply

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