Each year I share with you some
of our favorite purchases from the year…in case you need some shopping ideas
for Christmas! Here are some of our favorite 2026 finds. I tried to include a variety of price ranges. :)
Step Counter Watch – I
decided to break up with my FitBit this year. I’ve used them for over a decade,
but they moved to requiring a Google login, and I did not wish to make that
move. I had also grown tired of looking down every time I had a text or call,
so I decided to get an old-fashioned step-counter watch instead. Mine is rose
gold, and it is a basic watch/step counter. It’s all I need, it looks prettier,
and I am happy. (I also don’t have to remember to charge it. WIN!!!)
Trivet Set – I admit
it. I was influenced. Ryan and I have had a habit of eating dinner with a potholder
under our plates to keep our table safe from hot plate rings. I saw these trivets
on a blog roundup and ordered them. They store in this tree-like setup and keep
the table safe when it comes time to eat! This comes in different colors, but
we picked the natural wood.
Heated Vest – (The link
I actually used seems to be no longer active, but this is a similar one.) I
bought this at the tail end of last year, but I’m still counting it. This
heated vest was a gift for Ryan to wear when working outside in the cold
weather. He spends a lot of time shoveling, digging out cars, etc. and I wanted
to keep his core warm! I gave this to him right before our anniversary trip
last year so he could wear it while we walked all around Indianapolis in the
cold weather. He loves it and already has it charged up for this winter’s
beginning!
Slip Lead for Lexi – When
we came home from one of our trips, Lexi’s dog-sitter told us about this slip
lead she uses to walk her. Ryan loved the idea and came home and bought one.
Ours has the option of fitting around his waist, so if he wants to be
hands-free while she walks, he can.
Rotating Bookshelf – This
was my birthday gift from Ryan, and I still love it. This rotating bookshelf is
perfect for storing my favorite books. We keep this next to my desk, and I use
it for the books I reference the most. You can buy this in varying shelf
heights, so if you want a single layer, you could also use it as a side table.
Glass Storage Containers – We are on a quest to eliminate plastic from our kitchen, and we ordered a
couple of sets of these food storage containers this year. The lids lock (full
disclosure: the lids are still plastic) and they work perfectly for carrying
lunches every day!
Heated Neck Wrap – I
lamented that I miss the towel warmer at the rehab hospital where Ryan used to
work. When I had a sore neck/back from workout injuries, I’d go down there and
he’d set me up with some warm towels. So he bought me this heated neck wrap.
It’s great for those days when I sleep wrong or lift too much weight! It snaps
in place to keep it from slipping around while you work.
Car Jump Starter – Ryan
got these for our vehicles in case we find ourselves with a dead battery and are
not in a place to be able to jump the car. One of those purchases we hope we
don’t need but want to have on hand just in case!
Hebrew Bible Set with Commentary – I purchased these earlier this year after hearing a recommendation
for them. This hardcover, three-volume set offers a literal English translation
from the Hebrew Bible along with commentary. I have enjoyed learning from them!
Electric Cord Reel – This
was one of Ryan’s favorite purchases this year. He hung it out in the garage and
it has helped keep everything organized when he needs to use an extension cord.
He highly recommends!
Here are
lists from previous years if you need more ideas!
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