Minimal GIFT Ideas I SIMPLE I Scandinavian

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[@BenitaLarsson]

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[@jeanamedina5107]

When I was a single mom (living on a tight budget) I gave my parents a card with the twelve months and dessert they would get on the first of every one. All twelve different and homemade. They still say it was the best gift ever

[@BenitaLarsson]

That is such a great idea!

[@tammystuard4835]

That is a very thoughtful and creative gift! 🎁🎄

[@Yanaballerina]

This was such a great idea! Kuddos for raising your child on your own, they are lucky to have you!

[@louiseeady5296]

What a terrific idea. You must be a very good cook.👏👏👏😃

[@liesbethladan5069]

Love the idea, what demonstrates affection better than your thoughtfulness, effort and creativity ?! Indeed a beautiful gift

[@MC-ko2mx]

Your son designing art for your Frame TV is *the* definition of thoughtful gift giving. ps: Thoroughly enjoyed Mini's guest appearance!

[@BenitaLarsson]

The best gift ever!

[@traceybeaumont8535]

I love the idea of gifting a pass to a Farm/activity centre for children who probably have too many toys to play with. Days out can be expensive for parents so I’m sure they appreciate it as much as the children

[@anaalves3658]

One of the best gifts my daughter ever received was an annual pass to the aquarium 😁, we loved it, she learnt so much, we have such fantastic memories of going to the aquarium 🐧🐟🐠🐡🐙🦀👍👍👍😁😁😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

Those days out are SO expensive sometimes!

[@traceybeaumont8535]

Spa treatment is lovely idea as we often see it as too indulgent to by ourself. A card with a promise of a lunch/afternoon tea/coffee & cake somewhere special is lovely and you get to spend time together and create memories. I think many of us feel we need to hand over a wrapped gift. Suppose you could always put the voucher in a beautifully wrapped box with tissue

[@shaylayk]

Such a great idea!

[@alyahamzah1952]

Gentle reminder to myself and all...when gifting, think about the potential waste that will occur and how it will impact the environment. So choose wisely what we want to gift to others. Gifting is a sign of love and generousity to ppl we care about. We should also extend this feelings to the planet. It is the the gift that we will ultimately leave behinfld for future generations.

[@TheEmzies]

I'm so fortunate that our family have agreed not to exchange gifts for the past few Christmasses. Makes Christmas a lot less stressful. ETA: I only buy for my cats. This year they're getting fancy bowls and will be filled with fish on Christmas day

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, those are some lucky kitties!

[@LadyBeeSting2434]

Thank you for the REAL, tangible gift ideas instead of just vague “ experience” gifts. I really loved the candles gift ideas, the diy scented sachets and catnip toys as well 🥳 Merry Christmas 🎁 🎄

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jinxie228]

I love thoughtful, useful gifts - it takes time to consider the likes and dislikes of the person we are gifting items too. We have given the coffee lover a variety of coffee to sample and that went over really well.

[@AleksandraA111]

Amazing ideas! I'd love to get the presents like that! Unfortunately people prefer big expensive gifts and rarely think about the gifted person.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@TheMcChelle]

Great video! I always request consumables as well. Tea, coffee, wine, cheese (yes, a big chunk of smelly French cheese is a great present, in my opinion!), beeswax candles, and luxury lip balm are all lovely gifts that I never tire of.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh yeah l, I can get behind on the cheese!

[@essay7425]

I also consider beeswax candles as a really nice gift 👍😊 they are really something special ⭐️

[@TheMcChelle]

@@essay7425 Totally agree.

[@essay7425]

@@TheMcChelle 👍😊👍 🕯🐝💛

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

I'm tearing up with emotion at the simplicity of your ideas - thank you!

[@zehrasozbirkoylu1950]

Hello from Turkey. It was such an inspiring video. After watching I immediately started to sew Christmas ornaments for my friends as a gift :). Thank you very much for this great idea.

[@penny3767]

Wonderful ideas! I’m making lavender bags this afternoon, and they will only be nicer for your tips and tricks, so thank you for that. And thank you for all the great ideas and wonderful videos throughout the year. I am truly grateful for you. Happy holidays - I hope 2022 brings only good health and good fortune your way, and please give Mini and Bonus extra hugs from me!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Will distribute hugs, thank you!

[@HomeFrugalicious]

Penny Lavender bags sounds lovely! I totally agree Benita is awesome!

[@sherriepiechowski4556]

I do like your gift ideas! I also agree that it is much better to give than receive. Not because of being a minimalist but because it brings me joy.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Giving gives me so much joy too!

[@kristinestocker]

Hi Benita, I've seen a dozen Liky Silk sponsorships, but yours is the only one that caught my interest. Thank you for going in to detail about their environmental commitments. Also for mentioning their accessories line. I haven't seen another KZbinr talk about that. I'll check them out now!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@estudiaconfatima]

Mini has been the queen of the video!

[@BenitaLarsson]

She’s always the queen🤣

[@Rebecca-creates]

Great ideas! The lavender squares make a nice spot to set a hot cup of tea on. Or fill with cinnamon for a scented trivet.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, that's a great idea!

[@CitrouilleCitron]

I love giving hand made items or experiences. A lot of love, minimalist and zero waste. The best solution ❤️

[@gracewaterlilly8023]

My dad is very much a minimalist and doesnt like getting gifts that clutter up his flat - my boyfriend and I decided to pay an Organisation to plant a tree in His Name. You get a Gift certificat that you can either receive printed out on super nice paper or - even more minimal - digital! I am sure he will love it!

[@BenitaLarsson]

That’s a great idea!

[@carlagarrett8584]

I would be totally interested in how your son put that art on your TV!! that's fabulous.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s a Frame TV from Samsung and you can upload art to it.

[@traceymp1405]

I also love gifting more than receiving :) What a beautiful gift your son gave to you - so personalized! Happy Holidays to you, Mini, and Bonus - wishing you good health and happiness in 2022! Enjoy your videos so much 💕

[@BenitaLarsson]

He’s a great gift giver!

[@tahminasbeautysecret9545]

Thanks for this lovely sharing 💗 Amazing ideas 💗💗💗

[@sabinegoetz1448]

Thoughtful and beautiful gift ideas Benita 💚 I also gift mainly consumables - specialty items the recipient will appreciate, such as wine, chocolates, biscuits, honey, candles, hand creme...and flowers. I usually gift an item that I would purchase for myself as well....and many times I do! Happy Holidays Benita ☃️ 🇨🇦

[@BenitaLarsson]

That’s a great way to think!

[@felixinebollmann36]

Wieder ein wundervolles Video. Ich habe mich schon den ganzen Tag darauf gefreut. Ich finde Deine Ideen toll und besonders toll ist, dass Du die Geschenke für Mini und Bonus auch verpackst. Ich wünsche Dir, Mini und Bonus eine schöne Vorweihnachtszeit. Liebe Grüße

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much, Danke!

[@elizabethkosmetatou5367]

Loved the chair you got Wille last year. And the robotic vacuum cleaner is extremely useful! Lovely video as always! Merry Christmas, Benita. I wish you much health.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@buzzi2k]

I've heard parents requesting annual memberships for local days out e.g. aquarium, farm, science museum 🙂

[@BenitaLarsson]

That's a great idea!

[@jpeachy4u482]

Lovely video as usual. If you add rice to the lavender bags they become a weighted bag. Like for relaxing or headaches , just make them longer. Or use brown rice, so it can be heated in the microwave.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, that’s a great tip!

[@Michele_6815]

Thank you for the great gift ideas! And it’s always my favorite when Mini and/or Bonus make an appearance. I’d love to know how you came up with such creative names for your feline family members. 🐱 I just ordered 2 silk pillow cases and used your discount code-thank you!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Mini was (and still is) tiny and we were only getting her. They asked if I could take her brother who wasn’t claimed for too, so I did spur of the moment. So he was our Bonus!😊

[@susannem6192]

The chair you bought for your son is gorgeous! Lovely ideas and presentation. Thank you.

[@jillpolino6273]

I agree! I love Scandinavian design (I assume it’s scandi) and I actually thought “ohhh I would love that!!” But these are very expensive here in Canada 🇨🇦

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s the most comfortable chair!

[@hersh1818]

@@BenitaLarsson Yes! I love the armchair. Could you kindly share where you got it from?

[@BenitaLarsson]

@@hersh1818 it’s the Lamino by Swedese!

[@hersh1818]

@@BenitaLarsson Thank you :-)

[@richcrop3950]

Really enjoyed this. Ugly gifts weigh me down, I have to deal with it without having a big impact on the environment, so time consuming and draining. I too prefer money, white candles, or eatable gifts.

[@NorseHorseDecor]

I’d genuinely love to receive every single one of those gifts, but my favourite is that jar of white candles. Perfection!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you like the ideas, Jane!

[@celenascheede-bergdahl5473]

Great ideas! I also love to give "experiences" like a day ski pass, movie outing, coffee and cake, manicure/pedicure or a weekend away. The memories are the best part of the gift. God Jul!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love those ideas

[@ZinebMinimaliste]

Hello Benita from France 🇫🇷😘 Then I watch the video 😊

[@MyCozyLife-Lisa]

Wonderful gift ideas🎄 Thank you❤️

[@margieclark4926]

Oo 119k subscribers Benita! The number is increasing so quickly and very well deserved too! ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

I know, so many!

[@larag1764]

Another great video. I prefer 'experiences' over 'stuff', having downsized two years ago and trying to keep our current home from being cluttered. Pedicures, massages, cafe meals, cinema tickets and so on are some of my favourites. We all have what We need- spending time with my friends is more important to me these days. Hi from Australia.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So true!

[@crisfer22]

I love the ideas, I just can't picture Benita having scraps of very colorful graphic fabric around just waiting to be used.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do though! These are really expensive fabrics and I love to craft so I’ve saved the scraps. Keep what you use, need and love.

[@crisfer22]

@@BenitaLarsson Thanks for responding, Benita! You're full of surprises!

[@lovebug7]

I have a couple things from Lilly silk thanks benita for mentioning it a a while back in her videos

[@sl9906]

❤ so thoughtful and elegant ❤

[@uexcited]

What a lovely video! Really liked seeing various places throughout the video. Handmade lavender bags and kitty toys, brilliant! Loads of thoughtful gift insipration, thank you 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@valeriekuck8667]

Really lovely cost effective and personal gifts, I would love to receive them. Happy holiday 🎅🎅

[@glyderglyder]

My teacher Your channel as peaceful as soothing as usual Love and mayGod bless u

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@tia3521]

I love lip balms and candles, I even dress candles with rose petals glitter and essential oils and gift them. Im definitely a fan of foodie gifts too or handmade. I also have a wax stamp and dried flowers to make my gifts look extra pretty. 🎄❄️🎄❄️🎄❄️🎄❄️🎄❄️🎄

[@heliaandrade146]

I loved this , I think I will make some lavender sachets, thankyou for the ideas. Now to find some pretty material … take care Benita , such a breath of fresh air you are.😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@busybee3458]

Hi Benita, thank you for your wonderful and inspiring videos throughout the year. Always interesting, thought provoking and fun to watch. Your channel gets better and better. I look forward to what you come up with. You never disappoint. Best wishes to you and yours for 2022. B☘

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! So glad you enjoy them!

[@timriehl1500]

I immediately spotted your son's armchair and thought, "Wow, I want that" and then you said it was expensive and I thought, OF COURSE it is----I always want the expensive stuff, even when I don't know it's expensive!!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Quality really does show I guess!

[@ElleMuck]

So nice isn't it!

[@dianadriverasbury9130]

Love the lavendar bags. And the catnip bags!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you liked the ideas!

[@williamhawthorne1375]

Lovely ideas xxx thank you.Lizzie 🥳

[@natallediy1972]

Eu decorando minha casa com coisas cheias de brilho e me deparo com esse vídeo tão doce, simples e cheio de amor! Você me inspirou para o próximo ano, amei cada detalhe, cada cuidado com as escolhas! Muita Luz, Paz e saúde em sua vida! Boas festas! Gratidão!!!!

[@Juliaquerida]

Thank you for beautiful minimalistic inspiration!

[@jeanwhite2705]

Hi Benita, I really enjoyed this video today. I am thinking of more useful and thoughtful gifts for family this year and I so loved each of these ideas, for sisters, grandkids of ages 18 months to 23 years and even partners for a couple of them. We have 12 grandkids and loved them al, dearly. Thank you for this very thoughtful video.

[@vk8202]

Love these ideas, if I can't eat it, drink it or cook with it I don't want it either 😂 Currently reading "The Life of Stuff" by Susannah Walker and I certainly don't need more stuff! Merry Christmas Benita 🎅 🎄

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha, consumables for the win!

[@darlenechandler2403]

@@BenitaLarsson I loved this video and was so looking forward to it. Love your Christmas time videos, so beautifully done. Just love that TV screen you son made, just fantastic. Take care and have a very Merry Christmas. Best regards from Canada

[@catherineden5005]

One Christmas I have purchased charity cards as one of the gifts, I think I helped to buy chock and goat for the community. Enjoying watching your ideas for gifts. I also like practical and thoughtful presents.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I've done the goat purchase too! Such a great way to give!

[@fatimaevangelista7191]

Great ideas for gifts and packages! I loved all of them!

[@valeriiajur]

Amaying way of wraping bottels ! thank you

[@meadowlane637]

Great ideas. I would love to receive any of those gifts. You put alot of thought into the gifts which makes them even more special.

[@piadelahunti335]

Wishing you only the best of the Holidays season and may your New Year be safer, better and happier too..Stay safe always.

[@paulabarros2786]

Great ideas and beautiful designs. Loved your son gift! In my family’s group we also share time as a gift. Time to go for a coffee, a cinema, some shops, a walk etc. 🎄🎄🎄🌟🌟🌟

[@annaromanova2956]

Skansen is a magical place!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It really is!

[@sweetly_broken_4_him567]

Thank you 😊 love this! 🎉🥰🌹🎊

[@janicegardner5027]

Thank you so much Benita for these lovely and useful gift ideas! Everything you touch turns out so beautifully. You have such amazing taste. Thank you again.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!🌲

[@Mel_ski]

Another wonderful video Benita, you are so inspiring! Just order from LilySilk, looking forward to receiving my items

[@anaalves3658]

Lovely suggestions ☺️. And beautifully packaged 😍. I don't exchange gifts I make a donation to a charity in the person's name. I only buy gifts for kids and I prefer to give books or consumables, paper, paint stamps etc so that they can create "art". Have a fantastic Christmas and a wonderful 2022🎉🥳😁

[@BenitaLarsson]

That’s a great idea!

[@Hello-hu1ss]

Me gustan mucho tus videos😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy to hear that!🌲

[@maryannschwittek4984]

You’re looking wonderful. I see you kept the pixie cut, and it looks great. Thanks for more great ideas!

[@TeeBoyd88]

I also love to give gifts more than to receive them. It's funny but I love taper candles but they're not very popular here. Everyone gives scented candles (wide & 2-3 wicks). I always include food & drink items because it's a season for sharing. Those TV screen saver images are a great idea, I need to include those for next year.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I wish there was an unscented wood wick candle!

[@fancynancy2870]

Anything Mini approved is a winner :)

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha, yes, totally!

[@--Valentina-]

Merry Christmas, Benita!! 🥰🎄🎁

[@tinazanotti4974]

My husband and I enjoy your videos. You're so talented. We wish you a Happy Birthday! I believe you mentioned in a video that it is on the 21st.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!😊

[@linedallaire9631]

Hip hip hourray my favorite vlogs ♥, greetings from Canada 🇨🇦.... thumbs up and share.... thank you Benita 😊 so well done once again.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Happy holidays and thank you so much!

[@linedallaire9631]

@@BenitaLarsson Happy Holidays to you as well 😊, lots of good health and wonderful vlogs.

[@patricia14544]

I love your sons art so much!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love it too😊

[@AngelicaPonce-k8l]

Que buenos regalos! Todo muy lindo! 👌🏼

[@debweissler7808]

You are a breath of fresh Christmas air!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that’s so sweet!

[@marieavila7100]

Thank you for the basket idea for gifting. I bought my mom several little things and was looking for a way to give it. Love the ideas.

[@BenitaLarsson]

She’ll love getting the basket!

[@vivdyson3461]

Happy birthday Bennita. I hope you have lovely day. Viv Dyson

[@hattiejacks9212]

Merry Christmas Benita, I’ve only recently discovered your channel and I really enjoy the glimpses into your Stockholm home 🏡

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoy my videos!

[@mildredvoll4870]

I love your ideas. I have a Mini too. She is 11.

[@BenitaLarsson]

My Mini and Bonus are both 16😊

[@sueskiing]

Have a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎅❄️☃️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Happy holidays to you too!

[@FabrizioTheMinimalist]

Love your content! 🙏😎

[@milamou9352]

Such a lovely video Benita and I love both the thoughtfulness and simplicity of your gift giving ideas.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@MariaMartinez-cn8bj]

Sorprendente los regalos originales y valiosos porque están hechos con amor por ti misma Gracias 🙏 Benita vendiciones para ti y tú familia 👏🎼🎷

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much for watching!🌲

[@RosaLopez-zw2ff]

Wishing you many blessings during the holiday season. Thank you for the best videos!

[@monica_has116lentilsand2cats]

i have yet to watch a video of yours where i don‘t end up sighing contently at the end. ☺️ absolutely love your content. for me it is a much needed and appreciated antidote to the „battle cry“ of „more more more“, especially this time of year.👌🏻 all the best to you and your family (🐾🐾 included, of course!) for the holiday season from wintry austria! monica ❤️🐾🐾

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay! Thank you so much!

[@marliveron2727]

Soy tan feliz con los subtitulados ¡¡¡¡ gracias y saludos desde Paraguay

[@gisellazanus]

Salve che meravigliose semplici idee fatte col cuore 🎁🎅

[@bezslov]

Nice ideas, thank you ❤️🌿

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you like them!

[@TheDeepCafe]

Great gift ideas, Benita! I don't want to be cheeky, but are you planning to make a second tour at your son's apartment? That place is stunning, I really like it!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Haha! I’ll ask!

[@manuelasanchezgomez3905]

Great video! I love to receive little samples (like the adventer calendars) as a way to try multiple items without wasting so much money if then I don t really them.

[@emmabrooker166]

Thank you for inspiring me! 😻🌲

[@katharineamin6066]

Wow. Thanks so much. - so many great ideas! I wish I’d seen this before Christmas. I must make some cat toys for my daughter’s cat. I’ll be repotting my amaryllis in a pot just like yours to put on my fireplace mantle. Happy New Year!

[@alisonherron5295]

I just love your videos so much. So peaceful and lovely. Thank you from Montana, USA!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@animeninja4]

This is so cute. I think I'm going to make a gift basket for my parents this year

[@BenitaLarsson]

Happy you found some inspiration!

[@britta4563]

Soooo nice gifts. Thank you for the inspiration 👍🏼🙏🏼❤️

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you like the ideas!

[@FrogeniusW.G.]

Love the elephant-fabric.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It's a real classic here in Sweden!

[@1012chart]

Lovely gifts, and I love your son's art!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@cindypack5151]

Belated happy birthday!!🎁🎂

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@karenwakefield1390]

Lovely video, Benita 😍 brilliant ideas! I've just ordered a silk pillowcase as a Christmas gift to myself! Thanks for the discount and the great ideas for gifts☺️ wishing you a relaxing Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year 🥂xx

[@BenitaLarsson]

Ooh, you’re going to love it!

[@cdugral]

Why not give „Time“ ? I gift 🎁 time to my mother ( who lives alone) a tip together, a walk over the markets , just be with her (we live 300km apart and I work full time) On the receiving end: I don’t like random gifts that I am often thoughtlessly given. I try to be kind of minimalist and have given away a lot of things. And I have no interest in accumulating stuff again. Consumables yes! Candles, soap, flowers, food…. Or gift cards instead of money. I give and like to receive. My homemade bathbombs are liked by every recipient and my individually decorated candles 🕯 are always appreciated. Have a great Christmas!

[@elyjane6078]

I love your ideas for a theme for presents. We will do that next year.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you found inspiration!

[@НаталіяЛаврик-м6е]

Thank you 👏