Here's the list of gifts for michele@loudermilk.org, last updated on December 21, 2025.
High priority
Big calendar for the cabin
Available at: Amazon
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE CALENDAR. -------------------- We use a big calendar at the cabin to keep track of our projects, hikes, visitors, and other mountain adventures, and like this one because the squares for each day are extra large with room to write details. We need a new one for the new year. Amazon $10
Wool drink coasters set #1
Available at: Amazon
We desperately need new & better coasters for the cabin. This set on Amazon is perfect. I like the round shape and "Forest" color scheme. $28 for a set of 4
Wool drink coasters set #2
Available at: Amazon
Listing this a second time because I want a total of 8 coasters! We desperately need new & better coasters for the cabin. This set on Amazon is perfect. I like the round shape and "Forest" color scheme. $28 for a set of 4
Insulated coffee mugs for the van
Available at: Yeti.com
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE CUPS. -------------------- Yeti 8 oz Stackable cups would be great for our morning coffee in the van. We need two, preferably in different colors so it's easy to tell which belongs to whom. Our favorite colors are the forest green, taupe, and navy Yeti.com $25 each
Screen windows for the van
Available at: Vanncamp.com
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE WINDOW SCREENS. -------------------- For camping in the van, we want to be able to open the front windows & have screens to keep out the bugs. This set from Vanncamp.com should be a perfect fit! $58
Slim Wall Calendar 2026 Gatti
Available at: JustCalendars.com
Mia & Mike got us a calendar like this last year in Italy, and we loved having it on our fridge to keep track of things. For 2026, I'd like the "Gatti" (cat) version. JustCalendars.com $19
Collapsible kettle for the van
Available at: HomeDepot.com
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE KETTLE. -------------------- I'd like to have a little kettle for the van to boil water. This one is just the right size, and collapses down for storage! $35
Van carpet
Available at: Amazon
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE CARPET. -------------------- We want to carpet the front interior of our van, and this seller on Amazon makes custom-fit carpets for our old van! The color we need is GRAY, and the size we need is "22 Measured Length". $140
WeatherTech floor mats for the van
Available at: WeatherTech
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE FLOOR MATS. -------------------- We need floor mats to protect the carpet in the front of our van, and WeatherTech makes great heavy duty mats specifically sized for our van. You'll need to select a few options. YEAR = 2010 , COLOR = GREY , SET = 1st Row Driver & Passenger $50
Medium priority
Resist Bear Sticker
Available at: OurParks.org
I love a good sticker, and this bear is an especially great one OurParks.org $3.50
Already bought
Induction cooktop for the van
Available at: Ikea
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE COOKTOP. -------------------- For the van, we want this induction burner instead of a traditional stove. This one from Ikea is perfect because it is reasonably priced and can be hung on the wall. Ikea $75
Water faucet for the van
Available at: Amazon
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE FAUCET. -------------------- For the van, we want this faucet to pump water for our little sink. This one has all the features we want, and is a great price. Amazon $22
Salt grinder from Fletcher's Mill
Available at: Fletcher's Mill
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE SALT GRINDER. -------------------- I have the fancy pepper mill from this company, and want the matching salt grinder. The name of the style is "Marsala Salt Mill", and I want the white color in the largest size, which was 7" when I posted this list. If there's a 12" white version when you're shopping, that would be even better! Fletcher's Mill $58
Magnetic Le Creuset wooden trivet
Available at: Le Creuset, Macy's, Williams Sonoma, Amazon
THIS IS TOO BIG TO FIT IN MY SUITCASE, SO IF YOU'RE BUYING FOR CHRISTMAS, PLEASE SHIP IT TO THE CABIN OR GIVE A GIFT CARD TO BE USED FOR THE TRIVET. -------------------- This magnetic trivet would be so helpful for serving from my large Le Creuset pans at the table. I want the 8" size to use with my large cookware. Available at Le Creuset , Macy's , Willliams Sonoma , Amazon $52
L'Occitane hand cream 1
Available at: L'Occitane stores or online
I love these little hand creams for dry Colorado winter, and I'd like one or two or a few tubes. One ounce size, please, so it fits in my purse. My favorite scents are Almond delicious , and Shea butter , but I like just about all the scents of the cream (no gel please, it isn't as good) $13 each or sometimes better deals in a holiday box set
L'Occitane hand cream 2
Available at: L'Occitane stores or online
Listing this a second time because two would be great! I love these little hand creams for dry Colorado winter, and I'd like one or two or a few tubes. One ounce size, please, so it fits in my purse. My favorite scents are Almond delicious , and Shea butter , but I like just about all the scents of the cream (no gel please, it isn't as good) $13 each or sometimes better deals in a holiday box set
Cat dish towel
Available at: Amazon
I love this kitchen towel's kitty pattern, and it would look great in our kitchen. Amazon $32