As we are now halfway into the month of Ramadan, it may be time to start thinking about Eid gifts. The days seem to have flown by and before you know it, Eid will be here. Recently, we have seen a rise of Muslim-owned small businesses and this would be the perfect opportunity to support them, as well as find beautiful and meaningful gifts for our dear ones. We have compiled a list of Eid Gift Ideas for everyone, to get you inspired and to highlight some of the wonderful businesses that we have in our communities. Happy gifting!
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Gifting others is part of Islam
Even though our focus in Shahr Ramadan is spirituality and ibadah (worship), there is nothing wrong with taking a moment out to prepare a gift list and ordering these early.
We all know how busy the days leading up to Eid are, especially the last 10 days and the nights of Qadr. Before you know it, Eid will be here and usually, the day can be super busy – from morning Eid prayers to visiting family and preparing food, the last thing you want to be doing is frantically putting gifts together!
As mentioned in my Ramadan gift ideas post, it is part of Islam and sunnah to exchange Eid greetings and give gifts to spread joy and love. It shows our Akhlaq (good manners) and strengthens ties with believers and family.
A person who is not able to present us with a gift should give it to the righteous ones from among our followers. It will be written for him as a reward for presenting a gift to us!1
IMAM MUSa al-kadhim
One of the practices of the Prophet (saw) was to give gifts to those younger than him, especially children.
‘Aishah reported, “Najashi, the king of Abyssinia, sent a golden ring to the Prophet, which had been made in Abyssinia. The Prophet called Umamah, the daughter of Abu al-‘As and said, ‘My dear little daughter, adorn yourself with this gift.’2
So, to save you the time and energy in thinking of what to gift your dear ones, here are some great Eid gift ideas to get you encouraged and highlight some amazing Muslim-owned businesses!
The Ultimate Eid Gift Ideas Guide
For Him – Eid Gift Ideas
I truly believe that the hardest gifts to buy are for the men in our lives. There are so many products geared towards women and kids but for men, it is usually just socks and ties!
Beard Grooming Products
We love these high-quality beard-grooming products that are perfect for taming those wild beards! Montreal-based business Elegance Beard uses all-natural ingredients with essential oils that are great for nourishing both skin and beard.
Their best-seller item is the beard brush. It is extremely important to note that the majority of beard brushes on the market use ‘boar bristles.’ This brush is made with real wood and has halal vegan bristles so it is the perfect brush for Muslim men.
My husband loved how soft the brush is and uses it daily, even just for exfoliating, as the skin under the beard rarely gets any TLC!
Alongside the brush, make sure to add this handy little beard apron which may be more of a gift for her than for him! Finally, something that catches all those pesky little hairs after a trim.
Journal for Muslims Seeking More
We love these stylish and neutral journals, specially designed for ‘Muslims seeking more.’ After the month of Ramadan where destinies will be re-written, what a perfect time to start the journey of journaling?
As Jeem Journal describes it: Inspire more peace, purpose, and productivity in your life. The Jeem Journal is a guided journal containing short, structured exercises and inspiration to help you make the most of yourself every day.
Burger Socks Box!
A unique gift that is sure to confuse those burger-loving guys! Surprise them into thinking they are receiving a delicious burger meal for Eid. The packaging is sure to fool them, and the interior will give them quite the surprise, sparking much laughter and joy.
Luxury Oriental Chocolate Box
Who says chocolate gifts are for women only? If anything – the men end up eating half of it anyway. For the brothers with a sweet tooth, gift them with these exquisite and indulgent oriental mini chocolates.
This luxury chocolate box from Lindates is a limited collection so make sure to grab yours soon! Their hazelnut praline infused with Arabic coffee chocolates are out of this world!
Survival Multi-Tool
This one is ideal for the outdoor-loving men amongst us. This handy little gadget is a 9 in 1 professional emergency survival tool which contains ‘a fishing tool, compass, Bottle Opener, Firestarter, Whistle, Glass breaker, Fishhook, Hanging rope and Gift box.’
For Her – Eid Gift Ideas
Luxury Oudh-Scented Products
BeauBoxx is a Toronto-based business that specializes in luxury Oudh-scented products! We love their stunning car diffusers, which have the entire car fragranced in the captivating scent of Oudh.
They have a variety of products, from creams to wax melts and scented sachets to Oudh sanitizers too, all of which would make the perfect add-ons to Eid gift bags for those special women in your lives.
Customized Embroidery Hoops, Candles, and more
A unique, handmade gift like no other. Embroidery by Fatima specializes in customized embroidered gifts as well as Islamic art candles and floral shadow boxes. The handmade candles are simply gorgeous and can be customized with any design, including photos!
We adore this truly remarkable design that she created for us which displays the famous words from the verse of light, ‘Light upon Light.’ (24:35).
Magnetic Hijab Pins
If you have not yet made the switch to magnetic hijab pins then now is the time! Since I transitioned to these, my scarves no longer have holes in them and stay put all day long. They are the strongest and classiest magnetic pins I have come across.
This pack of 4 in stunning metallic color shades would make the perfect little gift for all our hijab-wearing sisters. You can pop 1 into a cute little pouch and add it to Eid gift bags – that is 4 gifts sorted!
Luxurious Perfume Oils
I used to buy all my bukhoor abroad but after discovering Canadian business Talisman, I have only been purchasing from here and have never been disappointed.
They specialize in luxurious perfume oils and bukhoors, perfect for gifting! The fragrance oils are of high quality and are alcohol-free. Their 3ml and 6ml fragrance oil roll-ons make the ideal small gifts to give to your friends.
A Meaningful Book
If you have not already come across the book – 50 Quranic Comforts for Mums, I highly recommend it for all women (not just moms). It’s filled with comforting words from the Quran and offers great reminders. A truly wonderful gift.
For Kids – Eid Gift Ideas
Ni’mah Deck
We love this unique deck of cards created by two wonderful women, Shaista @shaistabhimji and Zahra @myhappyseeds. The purpose of Ni’mah Deck is to provide guidance through the Divine wisdom of Allah (swt). It is a fun way to teach Asma ul-Husna to children but also something that can be done together as a family, with friends, or for self-growth.
To use, each day you shuffle the deck and pull out one card. The card will have one of the names of Allah (swt) on one side and the other will have some words of wisdom to reflect upon. It is a great way to start your day and such a useful tool to get you closer to the divine wisdom of Islam.
If you want to bring Ni’mah (blessings) to your home or send one to a loved one, you can place your orders here. Make sure to act fast as they sold out of their first batch within a few days of launching!
My First Eid Onesie
This adorable My First Eid Onesie by Custom by SOP is the perfect gift (or night of Eid gift) for those sweet little newborns who will be experiencing their first Eid! These are made of 100% cotton and use very high-quality fabric.
Personalized Islamic Children Book
Gift your child with a personalized story where they are the main character from IReadMyStory!
There are two wonderful stories to choose from that will be sure to inspire, educate and peak curiosity towards our beautiful faith. Best of all, a portion of their sales goes towards The Zahra Trust!
Colorful Prayer Mats for kids
The Muslim Moon specializes in one-of-a-kind prayer mats that have specifically been designed for children.
These vibrant and colorful prayer mats are sure to bring a smile to your child’s face and motivate them to work towards the beautiful experience of salaat!
Prophet Stories from the Quran with Mini Activities Book
This charming and bright picture book is perfect for those curious children who love stories. Prophet Stories from the Quran consists of miracles that Allah gave to the prophets that will engage their curiosity and enthusiasm. It includes the stories of many prophets and provides some fun games to keep the child entertained.
For Home – Eid Gift Ideas
Homemade Natural Butter Spreads and Jams
The best homemade natural butter spreads we have ever tried! These would make an amazing gift to give to friends and family and would be sure to impress everyone!
Mama Susus makes a variety of nut butter including pistachio and macadamia (yum!) and fruit jams, which include the sugar-free date and fig flavors.
Featured above is her impressive Eid special bundle which includes: blanc-haze butter, choco-haze butter, raspberry jam, fig jam and a box of delicious Eid cookies, made with nut butters and natural ingredients!
Wooden Islamic Art Home Décor
Tasmeem Art specializes in gorgeous, modern Islamic art home décor products handmade from wood.
They have a range of beautiful items from arabesque coasters and trays to beautiful calligraphy frames. We are in love with their geometric cut-out design Sadaqah (charity) boxes that would make a magnificent addition to any home.
A lovely gift to give friends and family as it would motivate and cultivate the wonderful habit of donating.
Mini Bukhoor Incense Burner
A delightful gift that all lovers of bukhoor will appreciate. If I do not have the time to do bukhoor the traditional charcoal way, this is a super quick, smoke-free method to have the home smelling gorgeous in just a few minutes.
They have a variety of products, but our favorites have to be their variety boxes with burners. They are long-lasting and the scents are truly divine.
Milk Chocolate Covered Turkish Delight
A delicious treat for young and old – it will be sure to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. Turkish delight that is with a twist – covered in velvety milk chocolate! They come in two indulgent flavors – coffee and rose and are sure to impress anyone.
Minimalistic Islamic Home Décor
Toronto-based Tea and Tulip Designs produce some stunning minimalistic Islamic home décor pieces that would make the perfect gift for the modern home.
We love their gorgeous acrylic pieces which have different Islamic designs etched onto them. They are so stylish and subtle yet add a wonderful touch to any home.
So there you have it! 20 Eid gift ideas that will definitely have you inspired on what to get your loved ones this year.
What will you be gifting this year? Share your Eid gift ideas over with us on our Instagram @balancedbayt page!
References:
- Kamil al-Ziyarat, pg. 319
- The Prophet’s attitude towards children and youth – Muhammad Ali Chenarani.
