Kick Off a Calmer Christmas: How to Create a Relaxing DIY Gift Basket with Essential Oils
Create Calm This Christmas
The holidays can be joyful—but they can also feel hectic and overwhelming. Between shopping, decorating, and endless to-do lists, finding calm can be a challenge.
This season, instead of rushing through store aisles, why not slow down and create something meaningful?
Over the next eight weeks, we’ll explore simple, handmade DIY gifts infused with essential oils—each one crafted to promote relaxation and stress relief. By the end of this series, you’ll have all the pieces to build your own “Calm Christmas Gift Basket.”
Why Handmade Gifts with Essential Oils?
Handmade gifts feel personal—and when they incorporate essential oils, they also support wellness.
Essential oils can:
- Ease tension and support relaxation
- Promote more restful sleep
- Uplift mood and balance emotions
- Bring a natural, soothing scent into your home
Giving these gifts isn’t just thoughtful—it’s intentional self-care wrapped up for someone you love.
What You’ll Need for the 8-Week Series
Gathering your supplies now will make each weekly project simple and enjoyable.
Core Supplies
- Small glass jars with lids (4–8 oz)
- Roller bottles
- Spray bottles (2–4 oz amber glass)
- Mixing bowls and measuring spoons
- Funnel and dropper
- Small scoop or spoon (optional, for filling jars)
- Muslin bags (optional, for bath salts or body powder)
- Ribbon, labels, and gift tags
Basic Ingredients
- Epsom salt or Himalayan sea salt
- Fine sugar
- Witch hazel
- Carrier oils (fractionated coconut, jojoba, or sweet almond oil)
- Arrowroot powder
- Distilled water
- Vitamin E oil (optional, adds nourishment in scrubs)
- Baking soda (optional, adds texture or for foot-soak variation)
Essential Oils
These versatile staples will appear throughout the series:
- Lavender – calming and versatile
- Peppermint – refreshing and invigorating
- Frankincense – grounding and restorative
- Bergamot – uplifting and mood-balancing
- Cedarwood – warm and comforting
- Geranium – emotionally balancing and floral
- Sweet Orange – bright and cheerful
- Chamomile (Roman or German) – soothing for rest and sleep
- Patchouli (optional) – deep, earthy note for grounding blends
(Each post will include optional substitutions so you can use what you already have.)
Your DIY Gift Plan
Here’s a quick look at what’s coming over the next eight weeks:
- Peppermint Peace Bath Salts
- Silent Night Linen Spray
- Merry & Bright Roller Blend
- Calm & Cozy Body Spray
- Winter Glow Body Powder
- Peaceful Moments Sugar Scrub
- Assemble Your Calm Christmas Gift Basket
Each project takes about 15–20 minutes and makes a beautiful addition to your holiday gift basket—or a moment of calm for yourself.
Stay Organized with a Free Checklist
To make it easy to follow along, download your free “Calm Christmas DIY Supply Checklist.”It includes all the ingredients and supplies you’ll need for the entire series, plus space to check off each project as you complete it.
Looking Ahead to Week 2
Next week, we’ll start with a soothing favorite: Peppermint Peace Bath Salts.
You’ll learn how to combine Epsom salt, Himalayan salt, and essential oils to create a relaxing bath blend that eases tension and restores calm.
Make sure you’ve got your salts, carrier oil, and peppermint essential oil ready to go—you won’t want to miss this one.
A Note on Essential Oil Safety
The information shared in this article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace professional medical care.
Always consult with your healthcare provider before using essential oils, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have an existing health condition.
Safety Tips
- Always dilute essential oils in a carrier oil before applying to the skin.
- Perform a patch test to check for sensitivities before wider use.
- Keep essential oils out of reach of children and pets.
- Store oils in dark glass bottles away from heat and sunlight.
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