Heiter gift ideas for your loved ones, and yourself if you'd like

I don’t know about you but I’ve never been a fan of “thoughtless” gift. Don’t get me wrong, I am grateful for all the gifts I receive but when it comes to myself and giving somthing to somebody else, I don’t like handing over an object that doesn’t feel right. I’ve always tried to put thought into little presents for the people I love and it’s important to me that they make them feel good and perhaps tell them “you’re loved, there’s someone thinking of you".

For the latest heiter e-zine, that is now available in the heiter web shop, I’ve curated 20 feel-good gifts for your loved ones and yourself if you’d like (is there anything nicer than showing ourselves love and respect by treating us too?). I am sharing some of my gift ideas below.

Gift ideas that life the mood

1) Skincare for that extra bit of self-care

2) Tea or another hot drink that might help you/your loved ones to get cosy & feel heiter

3) Comfortable clothing for relaxing hours at home

4) Yoga clothes or similar that encourage you/your loved ones to pick up on exercise we enjoy

Therapeutic gifts

1) Cookery or baking books that invite to get creative in the kitchen and thus, rest the mind

2) Yarn, crochet pattern or similar so that you/your loved are encouraged to pick up on crafts

3) A candle with essential oils that have a calming effect

4) A journal because it helps one to get the get thoughts down on paper (and perhaps it sparks creativity too)

Gifts that add to a heiter home

1) Colourful plates and other ceramics that add a bit more joy to a room

2) Candlesticks (and candles) for more atmosphere

3) Cosy blankets and cushions

4) One-of-a-kind art prints

Gifts that boost one’s confidence

1) A stylish piece of clothing that makes one you/your loved ones well dressed (and if it’s from a sustainable brand, it might make you/your loved ones feel better about it too!)

2) A fun fashion accessory that adds effortless chic to an outfit

3) Unique jewellery that reminds you/your loved ones of being loved

4) Well-made underwear that is comfortable, looks good and makes one feel like being well-dressed on all levels

For more gift ideas, discover your free copy of the heiter gift guide.

Words: Katharina Geissler-Evans

Images: Mary Benson London (dress), Katharina Geissler-Evans (heiter e-zine), ound (e-zine cover image)

Decluttering, the heiter way: get your knitwear ready for the colder season

Yesterday I shared a new heiter prompt over on Instagram. I asked the community to get their jumpers, cardigans & co. ready for autumn. The beginning of the colder seasons is always a good idea to declutter a bit, have a think about what items bring your joy (or not) and get your wardrobe back in shape. Since the topic is not just something that interests my Instagram community, I thought I’d share my “heiter knitwear tips” here too:

1. Take out all the knitwear items you have and have a closer look at them. The pieces you definitely want to keep go straight back into your wardrobe.

2. The items you’re unsure about go on one pile. The ones that will go straight to charity on a second pile and if you have knitwear that needs mending or pilling removing, put it on a third pile.

3. Try on all the pieces you’re unsure about. Look at yourself in the mirror and think about how the individual pieces make you feel. Do they make you feel confident, stylish or well dressed? Do they make you feel the opposite? Are they comfortable or scratchy? Do they remind you of a certain situation? Can you invent a new outfit with them?

4. All pieces that felt good (or “heiter”) are keepers and go back into your wardrobe.

5. The knitwear that evoked negative or uncomfortable feelings goes onto the charity pile. Alternatively, pass it on to someone you think would like to have it instead.

6. Take care of the pile with the stuff that needs mending, caring. Once you’re done, put the individual items back into your wardrobe.

7. Optional: think about a few outfits you can create around your knitwear and write your outfit ideas down. If there’s an autumn day where you don’t know what to wear, pull out your list for inspiration.

Words: Katharina Geissler-Evans, heiter magazine

Image: Ben Geissler-Evans