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Show someone you're thinking of them with these lovely kits.
Care packages are thoughtful ways to let loved ones know that you're thinking of them when you can't see them in person. Whether you're looking to brighten someone's day during the festive season or want to send a little something personal, these unique care packages hit the spot.
In recent research, Etsy found a 235 per cent increase in searches for care packages compared to last year, due to the continued impact of the coronavirus pandemic. We might not be able to meet with more than three households, but these thoughtful care packages can show someone you love that you're thinking of them.
'It's unfortunate that so many of us won't be able to spend time our friends and family that we would typically travel to go and see, so I think that's why so many people want to put so much more of an emphasis on how the package looks when it arrives,' Etsy's resident trend expert, Dayna Isom Johnson, tells House Beautiful UK.
'Etsy sellers are really creating a full experience in one package. So, whether you're a beauty lover or a coffee lover or a cocktail lover, all of these things are packaged to make someone feel special.'
Care packages, usually presented in a box, can be letterbox gifts or even hampers – and there are plenty of care packages to choose from, so you can be sure to find one to suit every friend and family member. If you are planning to order one for Christmas, however, ensure you leave plenty of shopping time as many are made-to-order.
Need some inspiration? Take a look at some of our favourites below...
Beautifully packaged, this 'Sending a Hug' gift set contains exquisite mini treats. We might not be able to be present with all of our loved ones this Christmas, but this gorgeous set is a great way to let them know you're thinking of them.
Send something special with this 'strong' gift hamper. Designed to revive and energise, it's filled with a small trinket dish, pulse point roller ball, small pocket book of mindfulness and delicious chocolate.
Create your own individual pamper gift box with up to six handcrafted products for pampering, all of which are made from the finest local natural ingredients. You can also personalise it with a sleeve and message.
If you're sending a care package to someone you love, this will bring them a warm feeling of yummy comfort. The wicker basket features Cartwight & Butler's famous salted caramel or butter fudge, plus freshly ground coffee and two boxes of their famous all butter biscuits.
This uplifting care package is filled to the brim with candles, an eye mask and hand cream. You might not be able to personalise it, but it's sure to make a distant loved one smile.
What's the ultimate self-care? A good book and a cup of tea, so gift this lovely reading care package to a loved one. It also includes. a bookmark and a surprise self-care gift.
This sweet scented, dried flower posy and luxe soap letterbox gift set is a lovely way to cheer up a friend or loved one. This beautiful care package is sure to put a smile on their face.
If you need to send a gift to someone who is feeling poorly, this selection of pampering goodies is a lovely way to let them know you are thinking of them. Included is soothing tea, moisturising little luxuries, and a cheery card.
At just £11, this coffee gift box includes a bag of coffee, a packet of scrumptious clotted cream, candles, a personalised card and a lovely bracelet, too. Finished with tissue paper and sealed in a Kraft postal box, we can't imagine anything better arriving through the letterbox.
We love this eco-friendly gift box, which is filled with vegan sweets, tea lights in a recyclable aluminium case and repurposed tea leaves. At just £6, it's an absolute steal.
Let a loved one know you care with this lovely personalised gift box. With a raspberry chocolate bar, pomegranate candle and relaxing chamomile tea, it has everything inside to make your distant loved one smile.
This luxurious care package gift set contains everything needed for a relaxing gin and spa night in. This one is also designed to fit through the letterbox.
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