Need some ideas for a raffle - “self care”

[barefoot]

I have been looking at these. Can't decide between a fidget toy and a stress ball.

Perhaps something like a smooth stone/polished pebble? Something lovely and tactile and soothing to touch/stroke/roll around on the skin…someone might not think they ‘need’ a stress ball or fidget toy but may still appreciate the experience of something that feels lovely to touch/hold? Something made of wood could also work - I have a very small wooden giraffe, quite flat and very, very smooth. Feels lovely.

 

[barefoot]

The Little Book of Calm by Paul Wilson is also a cute little gift book - very small in size too, which may be handy to pop in a basket.

 

[barefoot]

Also just thinking - I guess I interpret self-care as including rest, relaxation and ‘pampering.’
That’s my self-care

Of course, self-care includes so many aspects and will mean/include different things to different people. Nurturing food etc (juicing or soup recipe book??) Exercise (not sure what would be affordable/small enough/general enough for wide appeal) Putting self first and treating self (a sweet treat while watching a movie - posh popcorn/artisan choc or fudge and a voucher for Netflix or something?!

 

[coraxxx]

Calming essential oils. Geranium, lavandula angustifolia, cedar, yuzu or bergamot, patchouli, white sandalwood... there are quite a few of them, it can be a mix and match that they can swap if they want, dunno.

Arnica oil. Bubble bath stuff. A chunk of chocolate?

I don't know for sure when it's for a large audience, self care can be super personal! But I feel scents to be very calming and grounding and generally always usable in a way or another.

 

[Friday]

A duo (Dashing & Indulgent) may also be a consideration. Either in the same basket, or 2 baskets.

Traditionally those are drawn on masculine / feminine lines… but I’ve known faaaaar too many men who delight in pampering, and women who thrill, to pay attention to whom a thing is “supposed” to be for.

 

[LuckiLee]

Everyone's ideas are great! I'll add a few of my favorite goodies.

Good chocolate!!!
A soft fuzzy blanket.
Fresh local baked goods.
A gift certificate for a local artist or small business.
A fresh fruit basket.

A few years back I won a picnic basket filled with colorful towels. I loved that gift and still use the basket all the time.

A bottle of wine with some cheese and crackers is always nice too.

Be sure to shop local and support your small business'. They may even donate to your fundraiser if you ask them.

Good luck!

 

[Tinyflame]

I like @LuckiLee 's ideas and candles, anything soft; champagne glasses or coffee/tea, books or crosswords, hair conditioner or hair ornaments; face or hand creams, or bubble bath, many like bath bombs. Or a short teddy soft robe.

 

[intothelight]

Bath bomb
Lotion, body wash, etc.
Certificate for mani/pedi
Wine
Chocolate
Cheese