Think about your favourite festive memories: how many of them are linked with seasonal scents? From the sugary-sweet smell of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/holidays/photos/classic-christmas-cookie-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Christmas cookies</a> in the oven to the sharp, sweet piney aroma of Christmas trees, scents make the season bright — and they make a wonderful gift to receive in the mail. This coconut wax candle from Vancouver's <a href="https://livehyggelife.ca/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hygge Life</a> is poured into a stylish geometric vessel (that can be saved for shelf-worthy decor or to repurpose as a petite herb planter), and you can choose a festive scent to delight your gift recipient. <a href="https://livehyggelife.ca/collections/home-things/products/copy-of-hexagonal-coconut-wax-candle-planter-small" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hexagonal Coconut Wax Candle Planter</a>, Hygge Life, $35. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/shop-local-the-best-online-holiday-stores-across-canada-1943879/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop Local: The Best Online Holiday Stores Across Canada</a>

We love a good DIY (especially <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/diy/photos/holiday-crafting-diy-leather-gift-tags-1051194/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">for the holidays</a>), but <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/tags/diy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DIY projects</a> can be a bit intimidating for beginners. Send the gift of crafting fun with a creative DIY project like this pineapple-themed string art kit. Easy to send in the mail, these kits give them everything they need to make custom wall art — and it may spark a new hobby for the new year. <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07RB4JP9Y/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B07RB4JP9Y&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=e0894765c5a723fb42594e25d16dfde5" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RM Studio DIY String Art Kit</a>, Amazon, $40.

Some things are classic for a reason. While many of us keep our schedules on track with smartphones and apps, the visual experience of a calendar on the wall never goes out of style — especially if it’s full of incredible art. The 2020-21 Indigenous Art Calendar by <a href="https://colouritforward.myshopify.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Colouring It Forward</a> is an affordable, giftable way to share the artwork of Indigenous artists from Canada. As the months pass, your gift recipient can always save and frame the pages of their most-loved pieces to create a unique <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/sarah-baeumler/photos/sarah-baeumlers-gallery-wall-tips-1929387/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gallery wall </a>and honour the art for years to come. <a href="https://colouritforward.myshopify.com/products/2020-21-indigenous-art-calendar-pre-sales" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">2020-21 Indigenous Art Calendar</a>, Colouring It Forward, $33. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/artwork-home-under-100-1933419/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beautiful Pieces of Artwork for Your Home for Under $100</a>

Can’t share a festive cocktail with friends this season? You can still <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/entertaining/photos/affordable-bar-carts-1934109/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">be the ultimate party host</a> — even if you’re spending your Christmas at home — by sending a beautiful cocktail-themed cookbook like this merry-themed choice by Jessica Stand. <em><a href="https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-9190882-13710626?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fbooks%2Fproduct%2F9781452184708-item.html&cjsku=978145218470" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Very Merry Cocktails</a></em>, Indigo, $29. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/christmas-at-home-trends-1943709/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">These Christmas-At-Home Trends Will Still Give You All the Holiday Feels</a>

Wall hangings and tapestries are cozy ideas for the home and their foldable, lighter-weight designs can make them great for sending via mail. This sketch-style Zodiac tapestry is a fun way to personalize the gift to your friend or loved one (just be sure you choose the right sign!). <a href="https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/en-ca/shop/sketch-drawing-zodiac-tapestry?category=home&color=809&type=REGULAR&size=ONE%20SIZE&quantity=1" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sketch Drawing Zodiac Tapestry</a>, Urban Outfitters, $24. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/winter-decor-according-to-zodiac-sign-1934090/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Winter Home Decor Ideas, According to Your Zodiac Sign</a>

There’s something about a personalized gift that makes it feel so special — and when you combine a customized gift with something that’s stylish and functional, it’s a total gift-giving win. This duo of coasters from Toronto-based artist Barbara Kua of <a href="https://theletteringstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Lettering Studio</a> is beautifully on trend in natural marble, and can be personalized with a word or name for a more bespoke feel. Even better? They’re petite enough to be practical to send as a package in the mail. <a href="https://theletteringstudio.com/collections/home-goods/products/personalized-marble-coasters" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Personalized Marble Coasters (Set of 2)</a>, The Lettering Studio, $35. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/family-house-overhaul/photos/the-top-design-trends-for-2021-according-to-hgtv-canada-design-experts-1943092/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Top Design Trends for 2021, According to HGTV Canada Design Experts</a>

With everyone spending so much time at home this year, the gift of decor items or ways to spruce up the home are more appreciated than ever — but it’s not easy to send furniture or bulky decorations through the mail. A pretty pillow cover — like this minimalist portrait-inspired cover — lets your loved one easily give their existing throw pillows a fresh look. <a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F882709559566-item.html&cjsku=88270955956" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OUI Line Drawn Pillow Cover</a>, Indigo, $35. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/home-tours/photos/tiny-home-transformed-winter-wonderland-1931532/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Yule Love How This Tiny Home Has Been Transformed Into a Winter Wonderland</a>

You can't send a warm hug in the mail, but you can send cozy, soft comfort. This plush faux-fur blanket is soft, stylish and sends well in the mail. <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08GJ1HR16/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B08GJ1HR16&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=5d8ac8c643ff58bafbd6ac8d31fa9f21" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hugs Living Frosty Faux-Fur Throw Blanket</a>, Amazon, $40. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/living-rooms/photos/cozy-living-room-design-tips-1919959/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">12 Design Tips for Taking Your Living Room From Cold to Ultra-Cozy</a>

Gifted tree ornaments make for wonderful, warm memories every year when your loved one’s decorate their tree. Delicate glass baubles, however, are not mail-friendly. Instead, send ornaments made from more durable materials, like this whimsical Santa-themed wood ornament. <a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F882709565987-item.html&cjsku=88270956598" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OUI Santa Wooden Peg Ornament</a>, Indigo, $13. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/diy-clay-ornaments-that-make-the-perfect-personalized-gift-when-youre-broke-during-the-holidays-1932991/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DIY Clay Ornaments That Make the Perfect Personalized Gift (When You're Broke During the Holidays)</a>

Just like a lemon, this playful bath mat packs a lot of flavour into a relatively small package. When sending a holiday gift by mail, try the strategy of sending something that's simply fun — that your loved one wouldn't think to buy for themselves, but that will definitely make them smile. <a href="https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/en-ca/shop/squeeze-the-day-bath-mat?category=SEARCHRESULTS&color=072&searchparams=q%3Dsqueeze&type=REGULAR&size=ONE%20SIZE&quantity=1" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Squeeze the Day Bath Mat</a>, Urban Outfitters, $49. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/diy/blog/diy-fun-festive-winter-doormat-1943691/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">This Fun and Festive DIY Winter Doormat Can Be Made in 5 Simple Steps</a>

Have a budding artist on your holiday list? A curated watercolour palette is a special gift to support and encourage creativity from the moment it’s unwrapped. This handmade four-hue palette is crafted in Canadian pine and made using natural materials. The palette’s maker, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beampaints/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beam Paints</a>, is an Indigenous female business that strives to be plastic-free in their items and packaging — so it’s also a thoughtful choice if you’re working to <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/products-transition-to-plastic-free-household-1929372/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">transition to a plastic-free</a> household. <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F835556004017-item.html&cjsku=83555600401" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beam Paints Flower Four Pine Watercolour Palette</a>, Indigo, $40. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/holidays/photos/goodbye-green-and-red-holiday-spaces-that-put-pastels-in-the-spotlight-1934406/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Goodbye Green and Red: Holiday Spaces That Put Pastels in the Spotlight</a>

Puzzles are one of the year's biggest trends, and a wonderful present to send to a friend. Choose a design that touches on special memories — like a lakeside scene reminiscent of a fun trip you took together — for an even more thoughtful touch. <a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00WOZBOGS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B00WOZBOGS&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=1f7a6ed7eb8710bd572a254da7c02927" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Buffalo Games 1000-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle</a>, Amazon, $22. <br><br> Related: <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/shopping/photos/holiday-gift-ideas-for-the-home-zen-vibes-1944093/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Holiday Gift Ideas for the Home That Inspire Zen Vibes</a>