November 2025

2025 Holiday Gift Guide: 20+ Gifts For Homesteaders & Hobby Farmers

Unsure what to buy for your homesteader, hobby farmer, and back-to-the-lander friends and family? Forget the stress and check out these 20+ gift ideas that will sing to their self-sufficient, health-conscious, DIY, crafty and nature-loving spirits!

As strange as it is to see holiday decorations in stores before Thanksgiving, the time for planning holiday gifts and Black Friday shopping is already here!

And we are here for it with this year’s seventh annual Holiday Gift Guide For Homesteaders and Hobby Farmers (woo hoo!).

In this year’s guide, we’ll share 20+ new gift ideas for all types of gifters, giftees and budgets, plus link to previous years’ gift guides for homesteaders, hobby farmers, anglers, from-scratch cooks and off-grid outdoors folks.

1. Tincture Making Supplies & Kits

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Many homesteaders rely on natural remedies, such as essential oils, vitamins and herbal tinctures, to keep themselves and their families healthy.

Tincture-making supplies help both budding and experienced herbalists take their knowledge a step further by creating their own home remedies from scratch.

Examples of tincture-making tools and supplies include:

A case of amber or cobalt dropper bottles
Quart-size (or larger) mason jars with lids
Bulk dried organic herbs, flowers, or berries
Stainless steel funnels
A bottle of organic vodka
Glycerin
An herb press
A mortar and pestle
Organic cotton reusable tea bags
Bulk honey (for syrup making)
An herbal tincture recipe book

You can also find various tincture-making kits for beginners, such as those from Walnut Creek Botanicals and The Natural Mama Co.

2. Tallow Skincare Products

Tallow skincare products have become all the rage among health-conscious clean-beauty connoisseurs.

Homesteaders usually love this stuff, as the best companies source their tallow and herbs from other homesteaders or local farms with similar health and environmental values.

Three of the most well-known, all-natural brands include:

You can also do a local search to see if there’s a small tallow skincare company in your or your giftees' town.

3. A Yogurt Maker

Homesteaders with dairy animals, such as cows, sheep or goats, will almost always appreciate a yogurt maker.

These simple contraptions range from compact to large, creating the perfect temperature for making homemade yogurt with ease.

This smaller model from Eurocuisine is a classic and great for a couple or a small family.

For larger families or those with cows or multiple goats/sheep, consider a larger model, such as The Ultimate Probiotic Yogurt Maker, which can make two quarts at once or eight six-ounce jars.

You can find various yogurt makers at Lehmans or Amazon.

4. A Homesteading Planner

Homesteading planners? Yep, that’s a thing, and they can be a lifesaver for busy homesteaders with multiple irons in the fire.

Although you can find online planners (which can be great for planning extensive gardens), most from-scratch types will prefer a physical book, such as The Old Fashioned On Purpose Planner by veteran homesteader Jill Winger of the Prairie Homestead.

You can also find artful homesteading planners on Etsy and Amazon (just be sure to read the reviews).

5. A Leather Apron

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Leather aprons look cool and serve multiple functions for homesteaders and DIYers, from grilling and woodworking to hauling firewood and performing farm chores.

They’re typically more durable than cloth, and, if cared for properly, can last for years.

You can find them at woodworking stores, upscale culinary stores, or online from various leather retailers, like Moonshine Leather Company.

6. Soup In A Jar or a Meal Kit Gift Certificate

Homesteaders and hobby farmers may cook a lot from scratch, but they also have busy seasons when getting a meal on the table is a chore (think canning or butchering season!).

This is where a simple homemade gift, such as a Soup in a Jar or a meal kit gift certificate, will be most appreciated.

If your giftees are health-conscious, consider using organic ingredients and avoiding refined sugar and ultra-processed foods.

For meal kit services, consider healthy options like Green Chef, Sunbasket and Paleo On The Go.

7. An Online Yoga Subscription

Homesteading and hobby farming require hard, repetitive work, which can wear down the body quickly.

Yoga, with its benefits for strength, stress and mobility offers a perfect solution, but isn’t always available, convenient or accessible in rural areas.

Sure, you can find free online yoga classes, but online subscriptions tend to be of higher quality and provide more incentive to show up on the mat.

Alo Wellness Club is an excellent subscription fitness service offering a variety of on-demand yoga classes for all levels, as well as Pilates, dance, HIIT, strength training and meditation classes.

Omstars is also a popular platform, with over 5000 yoga classes to choose from.

You can even find religion-specific online yoga or programs for families.

8. A Weather Station

For most homesteaders, hobby farmers, growers, outdoorsy folks and ranchers, weather is an obsession.

A weather station can be a phenomenal tool for helping them stay ahead of the local weather, allowing them to plan accordingly.

Weather stations can range from ultra-high-tech, like the Ambient Weather WS-2000 Home Weather Station with Wi-Fi Remote Monitoring and Alerts, to super low-tech, such as a barometer, rain gauge, windmill and/or outdoor thermometer.

Gauge the type of people you’re buying for (tech-savvy or low-tech) to choose the best types.

See The Best Weather Gadgets To Track Conditions in Rural Areas for more information.

9. A Gift Certificate to a Woodworking Shop

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Woodworking is a passion (or necessity) for many homesteaders, but building up a tool kit takes time and investment.

A gift certificate to a local or online woodworking shop can help them get the tools and equipment they need to become better, more self-sufficient craftspeople.

Local shops often also offer workshops, which can help build their skill set and provide a creative outlet.

10. High Waders for the Kids

Rural kids spend a lot of time in creeks and ponds, making wet socks, pants and boots a regular nuisance.

Inexpensive high-waders for kids are a perfect gift that keeps them dry, encourages outdoor play and is ideal for aspiring anglers.

Plus, they look darn cool.

You’ll need to find out the child’s shoe size, then consider sizing up so they fit longer (boots are supposed to be a bit loose, anyway).

You can find these at any outdoor store or on Amazon, priced from $30 to $200.

Throw in a pair for mom or dad for a cute, matching gift the whole family will use regularly and appreciate.

11. A Tarp

A homesteader, hobby farmer, off-gridder or outdoor lover can never have enough tarps.

They’ll use them for gardening, keeping wood dry, covering their tents, protecting outdoor furniture, hauling mulch around, bringing in the harvest and fashioning an outdoor shelter with the kids — the possibilities are endless.

Grab a tarp, or multiple sizes of tarps, from your local outdoor store or big-box store, and they will thank you for years to come!

12. A Firerake

Firerakes are one of those tools people don’t know they need until they experience one.

Originally designed for firefighters, these rakes are ultra-sturdy and can easily cut through roots and small brush, old railroad ties, contour ditches and level soil, while also raking up more than just leaves.

They’ll also come in handy should your giftees ever have to prepare or defend their home from wildfires.

Learn all about them from a retired forester and outdoorsman in: Fire Rakes---The Most Useful Outdoor Tool You Don't Own.

13. A Gift Certificate to Rosie’s Workwear or Duluth Trading Company

Women homesteaders and hobby farmers usually appreciate a cute pair of overalls or coveralls, which can be a luxury.

Rosie’s Workwear and Duluth Trading Company both offer super adorable styles and prints that work on the farm or make a fashion statement in town.

Unless you’re sure of her size and style, consider a gift certificate and let her choose the perfect pair to enhance her homesteading lifestyle.

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14. A Storage Shelf

Vast quantities of home-preserved food, tools, homeschooling supplies, construction materials, emergency supplies, gardening supplies and other DIY materials make storage a premium for homesteaders.

A simple wire or wooden storage shelf (or two) will help immensely and last a lifetime.

Price clubs and discount online furniture stores often offer good deals on large shelving units, or you can find them used on Facebook Marketplace.

15. Outdoor Cooking Equipment

Outdoorsy folks and homesteaders usually love the challenge and pleasure of cooking meals outdoors over an open flame.

It’s also an excellent self-sufficiency skill to develop, especially if the family lives or plans to live off-grid.

Some outdoor cooking essentials include:

Cast iron pans, griddles and Dutch ovens
A grill grate to place over a fire pit
An open fire cooking grill swing that holds a Dutch oven and grill
A campfire tripod stand
A hanging campfire rotisserie spit
A mesh grill basket for hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.
Reusable hot dog roasting sticks
An outdoor open fire cookbook

16. A High-Quality Children’s Wheelbarrow

Homesteading families often do a lot of work and chores together, and having age-appropriate tools makes this experience much more enjoyable for kids.

A high-quality children’s wheelbarrow makes it easy for kids to participate in hauling wood, compost, mulch, sticks, sawdust, vegetables and fruit, animal feed and more.

This True Temper children’s wheelbarrow costs under $50 and is sturdy, featuring real wooden handles and a steel frame, making it ideal for hardworking kids and a great hand-me-down.

17. Chainsaw Accessories

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Chainsaws are a homesteader's best friend, especially for those who live off-grid and/or on forested land.

Since your loved ones likely already have a chainsaw, you can fill in with chainsaw accessories like:

Sharpeners
A carrying case
Chaps
Helmet
Alaskan chainsaw mill
Gloves
A chainsaw wall mount
Chainsaw carving mill attachment
New chains
Chainsaw oil

Check the chainsaw aisle at your local home improvement store, or shop online.

18. A Smoker

If your friends or family fish and/or raise animals for meat, they’ll probably love a genuine smoker for natural meat preservation and prepping.

Pa Ingalls may have built his from a hollow stump in the 1800s, but today’s smokers are self-contained, many are digital, and use electricity, gas, propane, wood or wood pellets, making for an easy and sanitary experience.

Smokers are an investment and range from around $200 to several hundred dollars, depending on the size, scope and brand, so be sure to choose one large enough to meet the individual’s or family’s smoking needs.

They’re available in hardware stores, outdoor stores and from large retailers.

19. A Personalized Farm or Farmhouse Sign

Most homesteaders and hobby farmers work for years to finally realize their dream of living on acreage in the country.

A personalized sign with their farm’s name, or something simple like “Last Name Farmhouse” or “Welcome to the Farm!” helps commemorate their achievements and makes a great gift.

You can find generic signs all over online stores or have one custom-made through Etsy or a local sign maker or artisan.

20. Hand Warmers

Farm work, like milking, mucking out stalls and feeding the animals, is cold work in the fall and winter!

A pack (or several) of handwarmers can make a huge difference, and may not be something a frugal homesteader may buy for themselves.

Various handwarmers can be found online, in big box stores or outdoor stores and make great stocking stuffers.

Looking For More Homesteading Gift Inspiration?

If these twenty ideas didn’t quite hit the mark, we have dozens more for you!

Check out the following articles for more gift ideas for homesteaders, hobby farmers, outdoor enthusiasts, anglers, the family dog, the culinary connoisseur and off-gridders.

Happy gifting and Happy Holidays!