As you might know, my love for Etsy knows no bounds. I’m constantly in awe of the creative independent makers who offers just about everything under the sun. I always want to support small businesses when it comes to holiday gift-giving, which means that many of my gifts end up coming from Etsy.

If you, too, would like to shop small this holiday season, read on! I’ve compiled a massive list of vegan-friendly, cruelty-free finds for everyone on your list. Happy shopping!

For the body!

For an exfoliating scrub that smells just like the holidays, check out this Vegan Balsam Flaxseed Rosehip Scrub. Loaded with flaxseed, colloidal oatmeal, and coconut milk, it’ll smooth away rough skin and leave you silky smooth.

If you need stocking stuffers, vegan lip balms are super affordable and come in tons of creative flavors. Mint Cocoa or Sugar Cookie (below) make great seasonal options!

>> For an extensive list of vegan lip balms you can find on Etsy, check out this post.

I don’t know about you, but I love receiving fancy soaps I wouldn’t necessarily buy for myself. You can’t go wrong with classic English Lavender; it’s a season-neutral scent that’s so lovely and calming. For tea enthusiasts, try this beautiful Vanilla Rooibos Gift Set, which includes soap, lip balm, and a fragrant unisex perfume. (Or check out the Earl Grey Gift Set instead.)

For the facial-hair-havers on your list, beard oil could be fun. Try Ranger of the North if you want an Aragorn smell-a-like (swoon), or Headmaster if you’d prefer to channel Dumbledore.

This list would be remiss without including some of the fabulous accessories you can find on Etsy. The sweet Floria bag in one of its many beautiful colors makes for an affordable, fun gift, while this bold sapphire-blue clutch (below) is a splurge for someone whose style you know well.

>> For an extensive list of vegan handbags, purses, and backpacks you can find on Etsy, check out this post.

For the home!

Candles make great gifts because they’re useful, long-lasting, and fun. For the Harry Potter fans in your life, how about a handmade soy wax candle that’ll make their house smell like Christmas at Hogwarts or Mrs. Weasley’s Jumpers? Or for the fan of classic holiday movies, try a Whoville-scented candle.

If you know your recipient’s decorative style, an art print could be a sweet, thoughtful option. I love the food-inspired watercolors at Marcella Studio, especially this Heirloom Tomatoes and Basil print. (Though this one, which features kale varieties, is pretty great too.)

Plants make any home a little bit homier — so how about gifting this adorable ceramic pig planter (above) filled with an easy-to-care-for succulent? I love the simple design and how charmingly rotund this piggy is.

For a recipient with a fireplace, check out these Scented Fire Starters — they’re both pretty and practical.

For the belly!

In my personal opinion, handmade, high-quality chocolates are one of life’s greatest luxuries. In other words, if someone were to give me a box of fair-trade vegan chocolate truffles from Creek House for Christmas, I would not turn it down. (And I would not share (unless you asked really nicely).)

Creek House offers samplers in a few different sizes (6 pieces, 12 pieces, etc.) and with some mouthwatering flavors (like chili mango dark espresso). I’ve given Creek House chocolates to vegan/dairy-free folks a few times in the past, and everyone has enjoyed them — but nobody offered to share. Alas. (Okay, fine, all the recipients live out of state so I can’t really blame them!)

Perhaps you want to share the joy of vegan baked goods with a loved one, but your baking skills end at popping open a can of cinnamon buns and squeezing on ready-made icing. Of course Etsy has you covered. You could try these incredibly decadent chocolate and peanut butter dessert bars from The Healthy Vegan, or maybe a six-pack of dark chocolate cannoli from Veganlotus. (I haven’t had cannoli in years so it’s taking me loads of self-control not to order these right now.)

For that other tea enthusiast in your life (you know, the one who didn’t receive the tea-scented body care goodies listed above!), how about a loose-leaf tea gift set? I’ve tried many of these myself, and I love the creative, tasty blends. This sampler comes with both herbal and caffeinated teas so your recipient can drink them any time of day.

If your giftee’s caffeinated beverage of choice happens to be coffee, how about a pound of freshly roasted and ground fair-trade coffee? This seller roasts beans to your roast level of choice (and helpfully explains each one) and will also grind them to your specifications, if you’d like.

And if beans are too obvious a gift for the coffee fiend in your life, check out the Etsy Editors’ Picks coffee-themed gift guide for dozens of creative, coffee-related accoutrements.

>> What’d I miss? Share your favorite Etsy shops and gifts in the comments!

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This list was originally published as part of the Vegan Month of Food, in line with the final prompt about giving vegan food gifts for the holidays.