Christmas gifts for teachers

A low-risk December gift for a tea drinker who likes trying new blends.

A well-made notebook for a coworker, boss or student who plans on paper.

An easy, crowd-pleasing coffee for a coworker or teacher from a well-known Canadian roaster.

Good for a colleague or teacher who drinks tea at their desk.

For someone who likes to paint and send handwritten notes; each card becomes a small finished piece.

Suits a teacher or mom who still plans on paper.

A calendar that doubles as a year of small art prints; suits someone who likes colour and handmade printing.

Suits a weather watcher or someone who likes calm, pale colours on the wall.

For someone who plans their week on paper and likes a sturdy, plain-looking planner; top binding works well for left-handers.

A daily December treat for a tea-drinking partner, and something to share in the evenings.

For a flat-white regular who wants a cup that fits under a cafe machine and keeps the coffee hot on the commute.

An inexpensive gift for a host or teacher who likes lavender; three separate boxed bars also split easily into stocking fillers.

A pretty set for a friend who still sends handwritten Christmas cards.

A small, low-cost add-on for anyone who drinks matcha.

A gentle thank-you for someone who has had a busy year.

Ready to give as it comes, for a teacher, mum or host who uses hand cream daily.

A traveller or journaller who likes to keep notes by hand.

For a tea drinker or host who likes afternoon tea and would try better loose leaf.

A small gift for a coffee-drinking coworker or teacher, with artist-credited design.

Suits a boss or coworker who likes tidy desks and paper to-do lists.

Four small tubes are easy to spread around bag, desk and car; suits a coworker or teacher.

A cheap filler for a stocking or to round out a Secret Santa gift for a coworker, teen or friend.

For someone who wants to learn pointed-pen lettering with drills to follow from day one.

Combines two hobbies for a reader who likes cats and small craft projects.