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September 15, 2022 5 min read
Unique gift ideas for older women are hard to come by - what if they've had it all? Let's explore some timeless gift ideas they'll definitely love!
Whether the kids have finally flown the coop or the work pace has slowed down, the older women in your life now have more time to devote to what they love.
We know that it's difficult to find a functional yet beautiful and appropriate gift for that older woman you deeply respect.
However, we bet older women will dedicate a good chunk of time to celebrating friendship and good times over a great spread.
That’s why we want to point your gifting towards handmade items that:
Our gift guide is to help you find gifts for older women who love to keep a beautiful kitchen, value high-quality products, and want to host their family and friends in style.
End Grain Walnut Cutting Board by Virginia Boys Kitchens
The end grain walnut cutting board is more than a functional kitchen utensil, it’s a piece of art that’ll give years of service and aesthetic pleasure.
Extra Large End Grain Extra Large 20x15 Reversible Cutting + Display Board
Charcuterie Platter on a Walnut Board
“This cutting board is a work of art. I gave it to my wife as a Christmas present and she thinks it belongs on a wall and not on our kitchen island.” - Nicholas O.
What we love about it: These boards are made in the USA from certified, sustainably grown walnut wood. On top of that, each board you purchase funds the planting of a tree.
Pro Tip: These wooden serving trays are the perfect complement to the end grain walnut board. They’re perfect for serving at dinner, decorated with coffee or delectable desserts.
The knives in this stainless steel chef knife set are the three musketeers of kitchen utensils. Timeless kitchen utensils are the perfects gift ideas for older women.
The chef’s knife (8 inches), utility knife (6 inches), and paring knife (3 inches) are the perfect tools for your special older lady to sail through all cooking tasks. The cherry on top is the beautiful double-riveted black walnut handle.
Walnut Handle Utility Knife from Chef Knife Set
What she’ll love about this chef’s knife set:
3 Piece Stainless Steel Chef Knife Set
“My husband bought me these knives for Christmas. I absolutely love them. They are beautifully crafted and very sharp. I love supporting an American business selling products made in America.” - Anonymous
What we love about it: Apart from its contribution to reforestation, we absolutely love that the curved and recessed knife bolster (the joint between the blade and handle) increases the knife’s balance and supports the thumb. It’s also easier to sharpen the entire length of the blade.
Pro Tip: Make proper and safe storage of her gorgeous blades effortless with the 15" wall mounted magnetic walnut knife rack. The black walnut matches the chef knife set handles and will look gorgeous in her kitchen.
If she’s dedicated to her cooking and loves to travel with her knives, a useful gift add-on is the chef knife roll by Sturdy Brothers.
Wooden Chopping Board Sealed with Natural Wood Finishing Wax
Wood products are very much like the earth they come from—care for the wood and it will last forever. That’s why this 4-step wood maintenance kit is a perfect addition to the gift roster.
After all, the special lady in your life will need the right tools to take care of her killer butcher block collection.
The maintenance products include:
Why we love it:
The all-natural, food-safe ingredients of these wood care products makes them great for the wood and the body. It’s a win-win.
Pro Tip: To perfectly round out this maintenance kit, add on the premium oil applicator with the handle and cap, to make polishing all of the wood pieces a breeze.
We also find that butcher blocks and cast-iron pots go together like peanut butter and jelly. If your special lady thinks so too, she could definitely use the cast iron scrub and the cast iron oil to clean, restore, and season the cast iron.
Here’s a table comparing how the different care items pair and save you money.
Item | Unit Price | Total if Bought Separately | Total if Bought as a Combo |
Natural Cutting Board and Butcher Block Oil | $15 |
$68 |
$56 |
Cutting Board, Cast Iron and Hand Soap | $13 | ||
Cutting Board Spray | $20 | ||
Cutting Board Spray | $20 |
In conclusion, to successfully give a gift to the special older woman in your life, aim for that sweet spot between aesthetics and function.The more thought that goes into the making and selection of the gift, the more it’ll mean to her.
That’s why we proudly recommend the Virginia Boys Kitchens walnut boards and knives, handmade right here in the USA.
Not only do we source our products locally, we also plant one tree for every board sold.
When you’re ready to level up your gift-giving game, check out our gift ideas.
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