by Anna Ervin
Whether you’re the type of person to place a Santa inflatable in your yard the day after Halloween, or the sight of Christmas trees before Thanksgiving makes you cringe, there’s no denying that this is the perfect time to start thinking about holiday gifts.
If you have a medical marijuana patient in your life, as so many of us now do, searching for gifts can be a daunting task in the ever-growing cannabis industry. With so many options to choose from, I thought I’d narrow the list down to a few suggestions for every type of consumer.
I have a feeling that Christmas shopping will look a little different for some of us this year, particularly for those social distancing or stuck in quarantine due to health conditions, so I’ve included several online options to ensure an easy and accessible gift buying experience.
As always, a simple act of service like a home cooked meal might be the most thoughtful gift during a holiday as busy as Christmas, but if you’re wanting to go the extra mile and share something tangible that your loved one will truly enjoy, you’ve come to the right place.
Stocking Stuffers
Custom accessories from Sweet Leaf
Looking to support local business? Send a design to Sweet Leaf Accessories on Facebook or Instagram for a quote on custom lighters, rolling trays, ash trays, and more!
Pot leaf earrings from Dope Mama Creations
Another opportunity to support local, if you’re in the OKC area you can grab a pair at RT66 Organics in Bethany, or shop custom creations in the Dope Mama Facebook group.
Pack of 24k gold rolling papers from SHINE
I don’t personally know anyone that splurges on these papers for themselves, but who wouldn’t love finding a pack of papers with a little extra flare in their stocking? You can subscribe to receive exclusive deals (like 20% off your first order) on their website or find them at your favorite head shop
For the Traveler
The EVRI device, a multi-purpose dab tool from DIP DEVICES
The EVRI device is perfect for concentrate lovers on the go, with 3 different attachments offering a variety of ways to consume. Be on the look out for a product review, coming soon!
Air freshener or diffuser for the car
Help your favorite person keep their car smelling fresh and support these local kiddos while you’re at it by purchasing a Car Freshie from Sniffies by Bernard
A padded pouch from Dime Bags
Dime Bags are made out of hemp and are the Mary Poppins purse of all stash bags. Pro tip – fill it with lighters, papers, and a new glass piece from your favorite local head shop
For the Foodie
A fresh batch of homemade edibles
You could easily sub the lemon for oranges and the blueberries for cranberry in these lemon blueberry cupcakes, but you can never go wrong with a classic pot brownie.
A gift card to their favorite local restaurant
You get major bonus points if you choose a spot close enough to their house to deliver. You could also opt to pay for a week’s worth of meals through a meal delivery service like this one.
Bong Appetit Cookbook
Covering everything from infusing ingredients to using those infusions in your entrees and appetizers, this is the most useful cannabis cookbook I’ve used to date.
GoldLeaf Terpine Food & Wine Pairing Poster
You’ve probably seen GoldLeaf posters in some of the dispensaries you’ve visited. These giant infographics are both classy and educational, making them the perfect wall décor for the cannabis chef in your life. If wine isn’t their thing, GoldLeaf’s online store offers a wide selection to choose from.
For the Collector
A pair of the coziest hemp socks from HUF
HUF Socks are the warmest hemp socks made for winter and mine have lasted years! Shop their collection here.
The latest copy of Herbage Magazine
Hey, it’s free! Check out the new Drop Location map to find out where you can scoop up a copy.
A snapback from Grassroots California
So many of the guys in my life have built a collection of these hats in various styles, chances are you know someone who loves Grassroots too.
An affirmation bracelet from Zox
Zox believes that kind words can change the world, so not only do they infuse more love into the world with their bracelets, but every order placed also helps the company provide a year of clean water for someone in need.
Subscription Boxes
Cannabox
The most trusted and premium subscription box in the industry, Cannabox is partnered with some of the biggest names on the market like Raw, PuffCo, and Grav.
CBD Flower Club
For the CBD lover in your life, the CBD Flower Club will send premium strains of CBD flower from local farms each month.
Dojabox
The Dojabox sells out pretty quickly, but it’s 100% worth the effort if you can snag one for the more feminine smoker in your life. Each box includes a glass piece along with a variety of self-care products and smoking accessories.
Gifts that Give Back
Sponsor a new patient or patient renewal
Obtaining a med card can be an expensive process, but mobile clinics are at least making the process more accessible. If you have a loved one in your life who needs a card but can’t afford it, or simply doesn’t know how to go about the process, take the time to sit down with them and help them through it. You can see the doctor and upload your application virtually here.
Donate to their favorite charity or cause
If your person likes to support a cause that’s close to their heart, see if you can help in any way or make a donation in their name. This is one of the most thoughtful gifts I’ve ever received, personally.
