By Tracy Ellison Bathing Bliss
Who doesn’t love a bargain? It’s a
It’s the little things that make a moment
thrilling moment when you score a
perfect. Try a natural wood and beach
great deal. But not all bargains are
stone wine glass holder from Bathtime
attached to a price tag. Sometimes,
Essentials and bring serenity to another
the reward is about the payoff, not the
level while soaking in the tub. The perfect pampering stress-reliever for the one you
amount you spend. Think of the smiles
love, $38.
you spark. The love you send. The goodwill you spread. Often, the most
Heavenly Soles
important gift comes with the biggest
Here’s a gift they’ll warm up to quickly.
sentiment. Check out some of our favorites
Velvet socks in many colors let them feel lover in your life – that’ll keep you at the top
the love instantly – perfect for whenever a
of their sweetest list. From Fresh Baked
soft touch is in order. At DSW, $6.
Pies, at Etsy.com. Smelly Cat, Smelly Cat
for giving: All Signs Point to Family
Sing the praises of the Smelly Cat
Teach Your Children Well
Feel closer to your family no matter how
Candle (yes, it’s a nod to the song made
Send your kids off to school with a stylish
near or far. Look forward to seeing them
famous on the TV show Friends). The
STATE backpack and, in turn, give back
soon with a custom-made signpost topped
pet-deodorizing candle helps eliminate
to kids in need. For every STATE bag
with the family surname and directional
smelly cat odors and leaves a fresh scent
purchased, the company donates a fully
arrows (up to five) with the distance to your
of rosemary and lemon. And for less-than-
stocked backpack to a child in an at-
family members’ doors.
sweet-smelling dogs, there’s a Ruff Day
risk U.S. neighborhood. It’s a colorful,
Handmade by Chris Crooks. Plasma-cut
Candle. Soy wax candles by Pure + Good,
functional and affordable gift and a great
steel signpost, starting at $125.
$20 each.
Teeny Tiny Pinwheel Posts
Enjoy giving wonderful gifts this holiday
Give the touch of whimsy a whirl this
season, no matter the cost, and sharing in
holiday. Functional sterling silver pinwheel
the joy they bring.
lesson to give your children – or your favorite grown-up. Starting at $50.
earrings play up the nostalgia factor with itty-bitty, hand-folded origami-style pinwheels that spin. A sterling silver stem serves as the pinwheel’s wand. Handmade by artisan Panagiotis Gourlonis in Athens, Greece, $50. Hipster in the Midst You must have one of these dashing bearded devils in your circle of friends or family. As debonair as facial hair can be, it Who Wants Pie?
requires taming. Give him the ultimate beard
That’s a silly question! Everyone loves pie,
grooming kit to keep him neatly trimmed
which is why a fruit-filled, fresh-out-of-the-
and ruggedly handsome. The kit by Viking
oven delight is the perfect answer for a
Revolution comes in a tin gift box and
satisfying gift. For just $10, send a yummy
includes scissors, sandalwood balm and oil,
baked dessert and win the heart of the pie
plus beard brush and comb, $20.
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