This holiday, make hygge the theme of your family festivities. Is the concept new to you? Allow us to catch you up.
Hygge, pronounced hooga, is a vibe. No, really. Hygge is all about a specific kind of simple, cozy togetherness. It's the kind of warmth we often associate with the holiday season, but Danish culture manages to keep the magic going all year long.
This year feels like the most appropriate time to keep things cozy and simple while feeling the gratitude of being able to be with your family. Getting through the holidays won't be easy for many families, for emotional, financial, and other reasons. As hard as those struggles can be, families find a way to be grateful for what they can swing and for the fact that they have each other.
You can bring a hygge holiday to your home this holiday season without spending big bucks. Here are some hygge kids holiday gifts under $50 that will bring smiles and warmth to any kid on your list this year.
Cozy Sherpa-Lined Zip Hoodie
A sherpa-lined hoodie will be your best friend on winter's coldest days. The classic red buffalo check is charming, but it's also available in gold, black, red, camo, and oatmeal. Keep a few in rotation, and you'll never hear your kid say they're too cold.
Winnie the Pooh Plush
Winnie the Pooh and his whole crew of buddies in the Hundred Acre Wood are beloved figures in literature and film. Your kid will love a Pooh of their own to squeeze as they read or watch along with his whimsical adventures.
Fluffy Sock Christmas Tree Ornament Gift
Nothing says comfy like some good fluffy socks. These socks from Little Twinkle Co. are super fluffy and holiday themed, available in 15 different designs. They come in a cute box that you can hang right on the tree like a little ornament!
'Star Wars: The Mandalorian' The Child Weighted Blanket
If your kiddo is a fan of Star Wars and The Mandalorian, they might just love this plush, cozy blanket. Just imagine, they'll be able to cuddle into the couch while they watch with the entire family!
Ice Skating Jeweled Gloves
Keep their fingers warm without sacrificing style! These jeweled gloves step up an everyday look for the cozy kid who needs to add a little extra something to their look before they make it outside.
Slumberkins Yeti Snuggler and Book
Each Slumberkins set promotes a different area of early emotional learning. Whether it's mindfulness, empathy, or heavier subjects like grief, they come with stories that help kids understand and navigate their emotions. The cuddly friend provides comfort as kids get a grasp of concepts that will help them live emotionally healthy lives.
'A Charlie Brown Christmas: Pop-Up Edition'
If you and your family love revisiting Christmas classics like A Charlie Brown Christmas, you're not alone. This special pop-up edition of the story brings the same great looks as the holiday special but lets you bond over storytime unplugged.
Alex Toys Craft My First Sewing Kit
Sewing is one of the many creative hobbies you can do as a family while maintaining your hygge vibes. Get them started early with this kid-friendly, safe kit that makes it easy to pick up the valuable new skill. It's fun to see how proud they are when they finish their first creation.
Red Lightning Bolt Cinch Bag With Complete Fort-Making Kit
Blanket forts are the absolute coziest, but you don't always have everything to make one when the mood strikes. This kit will eliminate that problem and let the kids take their blanket fort skills on the go when it's safe to do so!
Cat & Jack Phillip Moccasin Slippers
A good pair of slippers will change the game, and these are some seriously good slippers. A durable bottom sole makes them work for kids who might wander outside before changing their shoes. The comfy shoes come in chestnut or gray and are available in sizes small to extra large.
Winter Beanie and Scarf Set
Make sure they're all bundled up before they venture into the snow. This fleece-lined set is durable enough for some rough play in a winter wonderland, but it's nice enough to wear if you're going somewhere special. Kids can wear the scarf around their neck or over their face to stay as warm as needed.
Sloth Mug With Hot Chocolate Mix
Give them a gift that will warm them up from the inside out! This super-cute sloth mug comes with hot cocoa mix (with marshmallows, of course), so kids can get a fix of a winter favorite.
USB Fairy String Lights With Remote
Help transform their bedroom or playroom into the inside of a snowglobe this year. These twinkle lights are delicate enough to look almost like stars or snow while giving the room a beautiful ambient glow. The dim lighting makes it all a little warmer and fuzzier.
Crayola DIY Hanging Planter Kit
Having plants makes a space so much homier. Now kids can design and decorate hanging planters to begin their own journey toward a green thumb. Whether your kid is a plant pro or a newbie, they'll love the chance to take care of something on their own — and let it live in something they made as well!
Paint by Sticker Kids: Christmas
Sticker-by-number books are a lot of fun and so relaxing. When you're done, the finished products make great artwork to display around the house. With this book, your creations are also in season.
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