Posts with tag GiftIdeas

Check out our list of the "Top 5 Gifts for Him" that are all as affordable as they are unique. Give him something he really wants and deserves – that means the fail safe Polo sweater and coffee mug combo is out the window ladies!

We love all of the amazing gift ideas at Kir DeVries. They've got so many great eco-friendly gift options like stainless steel water bottles, reusuable bags for grocery shopping and produce, and cute lunch boxes and totes, not to mention cool stuff for the home and clothing and accessories for men, women and kids. We're already in the process of setting up a gift registry on their site to forward to friends & family as a hint about our own holiday wish list.

We're all a little strapped for cash these days but that doesn't mean you find some killer holiday gifts under 20 dollars. The trick is to shop retailers you know go low, have funky finds and offer useful, unisex gifts. Let's take a look at some gifts we've gathered from stores like Urban Outfitters, Sephora, American Apparel, and Target.

Hello Kimora!

Kimora Lee Simmons has designed an adorably glam line of Hello Kitty accessories and you should all put them on your holiday lists. We mean the lists you make to give other people so they know what to get you.

We only have one question: Would you spend $25,000 on a Hello Kitty Necklace?

How much fun is this hairbrush? We know, we know... "hairbrush" and "fun" don't usually go together in the same sentence, but we think these brushes are worthy of breaking that rule. We especially love the "Vixen" and "Femme Fatale" models, but there are so many other designs to choose from as well. These brushes would make such great gifts, and can you imagine the conversations you would start if you whipped one of these babies out of your purse? Get your own now for only $10 at Jenny's Gifts and Fine Art.

Do you love surprises in the mail and unwrapping tons of gifts? Or maybe you just want to help support more small businesses, but the thought of where to start seems overwhelming. In either case, you might want to give The Little Black Box a try.

This monthly treat is filled with goodies of all shapes and sizes from small businesses and independent designers. It's the ultimate swag bag, and we were lucky enough to snag one of this month's bags for review.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there and we wanted to find out more about what makes these creative types tick. If you do too, check out more of our Indie Designer Interviews.

If there's an expectant mother in your life, Melissa Naclerio of Dragonfly Fine Designs has the perfect choice of baby shower gifts for you. Specializing in handmade goods for the modern mama and chic baby, Melissa creates a variety of unique gift items including diaper cakes & washcloth lollipop bucket bouquets, diaper and wipe carriers, burp cloths and other fun baby shower gifts.

We love all of the amazing independent designers out there and we wanted to find out more about what makes these creative types tick. If you do too, check out more of our Indie Designer Interviews.

If you're in search of the perfect finishing touch for a birthday gift or you'd like to send your heartfelt congratulations to someone celebrating a milestone, look no further than the handcrafted greeting cards by today's featured indie designer, Sarah Stahl.

Got a dad that -- for some inexplicable reason -- loves to do yard work? Every Saturday from sunup to sundown, he's out there clipping and pruning and -- generally just digging randomly in the dirt to avoid the rest of the family? Here's a neat little contraption that will save dad from having to run back and forth to the garage every 10 minutes to rummage around in the old tool box.

A multi-tool might not be what you use to rebuild your 60's muscle car, but when you're doing chores around the house -- it's really nice to have everything you need hanging on your belt. That's why we love Leatherman tools. Plus, tools are a gift that always seem to stroke the male ego. This deluxe pair of pruning shears is equipped with a knife, hand saw, phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, and of course, the classic bottle opener (dad's gotta have a way to get those imported beers open). On sale for $60, it's a little more affordable than that Chanel fly-fishing rod.

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There are the beer and BBQ Dads, and there there are the cocktail dudes.

Some are true innovators with the cocktail shaker, coming up with new combinations of bitters, gin and collins mixer at every family gathering. Others are more restrained, enjoying a sedate glass of Cabernet with steak and asparagus.

If you have a Dad who loves to relax with a stemmed glass, and says things like, "It's after 5pm somewhere!" then we have some ideas for gifts that will make his day special.

For a lot of us, flowers are a go-to gift on Mother's Day. Sadly, that beautiful bouquet is quickly gone, and your wonderful Mom is left without a lasting reminder of how much you love her.

Feeling guilty? Well, a little shopping therapy can help with that. You still have plenty of time to get out there and pick up something a little more substantial.

Cross stitch has gone subversive. And not a moment too soon.

subversive: a systematic attempt to overthrow or undermine a government or political system by persons working secretly from within.

Are you as excited about this as I am? My knees are bouncing under my desk.

On the website, you can buy kits for designs that say things from "TRUTHINESS" to "Don't Make Me Cut You". I can just imagine myself relaxing on the couch in front of The Soup and stitching, and my roommate coming in and saying:
Roommate: Whatcha doin', Annie?
Annie: Just some cross stitch.
Roommate: Oh, that's so quaint and adorable! What's it say?
Annie: "Life Sucks, Then You Die."

The website sells a book, a calendar, and note cards, and has an extensive How-To section. Knitting is so passe. I'm talking to you, Julia Roberts.

Know a real political junkie this Valentine's Day? Perhaps someone who flips out over Oprah or a girl who has a minor crush on Obama? Then these Obama and Oprah chocolates will make the perfect Valentine's Day gift for that special someone.

If you head over to Cosmic Chocolates Shop you can customize your own box of Obama and Oprah chocolates. Have three Obama's and one Oprah if your heart so desires or all Oprah's if you aren't an Obama supporter. These chocolates come in two delicious flavors; raspberry ganache and espresso cognac.

Each box is only $12 so get them while you still can.

For many of us, the real problem in getting a gift for Mother's Day, is that if our mom really wanted something, she'd buy it. This leaves us in the tricky position of finding something that our mothers wouldn't get for themselves, but might want anyway -- which, in my case, unfortunately leads me directly to women's clothing and home decor.

Now, I'm a fairly style-conscious person (if I do say so myself), but mom and I aren't exactly in the same demographic, and -- to be honest -- I have no idea what she thinks is cool. I opted for something tasteful, scented, and relatively unobtrusive, so even if she hates it, she can leave it out without anyone noticing.

If you're a little more daring, Second City Style has posted a number of fun ideas for great Mother's Day gifts -- with price tags from $75 to $350 (for those of you looking to splurge this year). There's an awesome umbrella from SaksFifthAvenue, a fantastic pair of Peggy Guggenheim Sunglasses, and more. Check it out -- especially if you're still stuck on what to get this year.

Because remember, it's on Sunday -- so time is running out!