Looking for one holiday gift that works for clients, coworkers, neighbors and friends alike? The Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer from ekuBOX is our answer: a $98 box of gourmet treats, tea and a holiday candle that we hand-adorn in our Franklin, Michigan studio, finish with your handwritten note and ship straight to each recipient. It's a returning best seller, and it's the easiest way we know to check a lot of names off your list at once.
What's inside the Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer
Every mailer holds six things to enjoy over the holidays:
- Gourmet caramel popcorn for sharing (or not)
- Milk chocolate toffee, buttery and crisp
- Candied and chocolate-covered peanuts
- Handmade vanilla sea salt caramels
- Loose tea in a keepsake canister to pair with the sweets
- A holiday candle with a decorative matchbox
It all arrives in our signature ekuBOX mailer with your note sealed in wax, so there's nothing for you to wrap. Specialty products occasionally sell out; when that happens, we substitute an item of equal or greater value that keeps the box's theme.
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Who can you check off your list with this box?
Almost everyone. That's why we built it. Here's how people send it:
Clients and business partners
It's a warm, polished thank-you that lands at a client's home or office without feeling like company swag. At $98 per box, it's an easy number to plan a client list around.
Employees and teams
Send one to every person on the team, at every home address, each with their own handwritten note. Remote and hybrid teams get the same experience as the people in the office.
Neighbors
The neighbor who shovels your walk, takes in your packages or watches your dog: this is the "thank you for being you" gift they'll share at their own holiday table.
Friends and family
The cousin across the country, the college roommate, the in-laws you'll miss this year. It's a gift that says you're thinking of them, and it travels well.
Teachers, coaches and the people who help all year
Teachers, coaches, your hairstylist, the dog walker, the mail carrier. A thoughtful edible gift is one they'll actually use, unlike another mug.
Holiday hosts
Order a few to keep on hand, and you'll never show up to a party empty-handed again.
Why it's the easiest holiday gift you'll send this year
- Choose your quantity. One box or one hundred.
- Pick a card and write your message. Choose from our holiday cards, including Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Feliz Navidad and Joyous Kwanzaa, and we'll handwrite your note and seal it with wax.
- Choose when it ships. Holiday pre-orders ship starting November 9, or select Holiday Hold and we'll ship after December 1 so it arrives closer to the holidays.
- We do the rest. We hand-adorn each box and ship it to each recipient. No wrapping, no post office, no address labels.
How the mailer reflects our Eat, Keep, Use philosophy
Every ekuBOX is built on Eat, Keep, Use (EKU): something to enjoy now, something to hold on to, and something to bring into everyday life. The Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer follows it closely:
- Eat: caramel popcorn, toffee, peanuts and handmade caramels
- Keep: the tea canister and the decorative matchbox
- Use: the tea and the holiday candle, for a quiet moment in a busy season
Art (Paula): We wanted this box to feel like opening a tin from a favorite aunt's kitchen: sweet, a little nostalgic and made for sharing. The candle is the finishing touch. Light it, pour the tea, and the season slows down for a minute.
Strategy (Krista): For businesses, the mailer solves the two hardest parts of year-end gifting: budget and logistics. You get one price per person, one order and delivery to every home address, with a personal note in each box. It's the gift people remember in January when you follow up.
How the mailer compares with other holiday gifts
| Gift option | Cost per person | Your effort | Personal touch | Ships to each home address |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ekuBOX Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer | $98 + $15 shipping | One order; we pack and ship | Handwritten, wax-sealed note in every box | Yes |
| Gift card | Any amount | Low | Minimal; feels transactional | Digital or by mail |
| Homemade treats | Low | High: baking, packing and shipping yourself | High | Only if you ship each one |
| Branded promotional items | Varies | Medium: artwork proofs and minimums | Low; reads as marketing | Often bulk-shipped to one office |
| Mass-market gift basket | Varies | Medium: one order per address | Printed message | Yes |
Holiday 2026 ordering and shipping dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Monday, November 9 | Holiday pre-orders begin shipping |
| Tuesday, December 1 | Holiday Hold orders begin shipping |
| Tuesday, December 15 | Last day to order with standard shipping for Christmas delivery |
| Friday, December 18 | Last day to order with Next Day Air for Christmas delivery |
| December 23 – January 3 | Studio closed for the holidays |
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days, and November and December can run a little longer. If delivery by a specific date matters, contact us before you order.
Sending to a whole team or client list
For 10 or more recipients, we'll take care of the details: your recipient list, a different handwritten message for each person, and shipping to every address. Email hello@ekubox.com or call 248-865-7789, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern. You can also explore our corporate holiday gifting options or the full 2026 Holiday Gift Collection.
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Frequently asked questions
What's in the ekuBOX Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer?
Gourmet caramel popcorn, milk chocolate toffee, candied and chocolate-covered peanuts, handmade vanilla sea salt caramels, loose tea in a canister, and a holiday candle with a decorative matchbox. Each mailer includes a handwritten note sealed with wax.
How much does the Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer cost to send?
The mailer is $98. Standard shipping is $15 per box within the 48 contiguous U.S. states, so most recipients cost $113 in total. Rates for Alaska, Hawaii and oversized packages are shown at checkout.
Can I send it to many people at different addresses, with a different note in each?
Yes. Every box ships to its own address with its own handwritten message. For 10 or more recipients, email hello@ekubox.com and we'll coordinate your list, messages and delivery timing.
When do I need to order for Christmas delivery?
Order by Tuesday, December 15, 2026 with standard shipping, or by Friday, December 18, 2026 with Next Day Air. Our studio is closed December 23 through January 3.
Is the Sweet & Cozy Holiday Mailer safe for someone with a nut allergy?
No. The mailer contains peanuts, and other treats may be made in facilities that handle nuts. For a recipient with allergies, contact us and we'll help you choose a different gift.
About the authors
Paula Slof is the co-founder and creative director of ekuBOX. She curates every box and its artisan makers from the ekuBOX studio in Franklin, Michigan. Her work has been featured in Oprah Daily, Harper's Bazaar, Forbes and Food Network.
Krista Kennedy is Director of Corporate Sales at ekuBOX, where she builds holiday and year-round gifting programs for companies that want every client and employee gift to feel personal. She brings years of corporate sales leadership to helping teams turn gifting into relationships.
