Happy Monday!
It's that time of year again. The time when we start thinking about giving and celebrating the season. Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorite holidays and I love that they fall right after each other. The extra time spent with family and friends (not to mention the extra days off work) is always nice. I certainly don't forget about Thanksgiving, but it seems if I don't start thinking about Christmas early then I get overwhelmed with all that needs to be done. I really want to get all the decorating and shopping done early so I can focus on spending time with my family and relaxing.
Speaking of shopping, do I have a treat for you!
I've teamed up with 24 amazing blogger friends to give you a week long of gift guides and giveaways! That's right, we're all sharing our favorite gifts and giving away amazing prizes. Be sure to check out the links at the bottom of the post to enter each of them, including a $75 PAINTED FOX gift card!
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GIFTS FOR MEN
I don't know about you, but I find guys so hard to shop for! They don't want the fancy jewelry or fun new clothes like women and they tend to have everything. You're in luck if the men in your life have hobbies, but if not I've got some great gift ideas for you.
Everything I have picked is either something my husband has or wants or what I simply find cool (Hello, Curious Bartender book!).
1. Columbia Beanie / 2. Dewalt Drill / 3. Craftsman Work Light / 4. Yeti Tumbler / 5. Curious Bartender/ 6. Portable Outdoor Speakers
Even if your guy isn't handy they'll still need a drill, trust me. I tend to use our Dewalt drill more than my husband, but it's still an amazing gift. We also have the Craftsman work light, which is so helpful in many situations. It not only hangs as a work light, but it has another light on top that can point in just the right spot.
By far the most used item in our house are our outdoor portable speakers. We link them to our Itunes account through our Ipad. They allow us to listen to music just about anywhere around the house. We've even left them outside a few times in light rain and haven't had any issues. (This doesn't mean they are waterproof, we just got lazy and forgot them outside.)
GIFTS FOR WOMEN
I admit, I don't own any of the items that I pulled together for the women's gift guide. That's because this is my own list, ha! Hint, hint. #kidding #notkidding.
1. Striped Hoodie /2. Bold Stripe Scarf / 3.Kate Spade Watch / 4. Leather Tote and Wristlet /5. Gold Bar Initial Necklace / 6. Stud Earrings
Even though I don't consider myself a girly girly or someone who spends a lot of money on clothes, purses or jewelry, I always like to ask for them for Christmas. I love the idea of adding my kid's names or initials on a gold bar necklace. It would also be great for a grandparent or add a friend's initials for a cute personalized gift. Don't even get me started on the reversible faux leather tote! I would be happy if that was the only thing I got this year.
GIFTS FOR THE HOSTESS
Getting together with friends and family is a common tradition around the holidays. No one wants to show up to a dinner party empty handed, right? Greeting your host or hostess with one of these fabulous gifts is sure to make a lasting impression. A bottle of wine probably wouldn't hurt either :)
1. Fresh Baked Pies Sign / 2. Corked Recycled Wine Bottle Candle / 3. State Cutting Board /4. You Are The Best Mug / 5. Glass candle with etched lid / 6. Cake Stand
GIFTS FOR THE HOME
I have a habit of always buying stuff for my home instead of for myself. Anyone else have that problem? If I get money or a gift card for my birthday or Christmas it tends to be spent on home decor instead of a purse or outfit. Here's what's currently on my wish list and would likely make any home decor lover happy.
1. Wood and Metal Tray / 2. Clock / 3. Printers Tray / 4. Loveable Liveable Home / 5. Throw Blanket / 6. Moscow Mule Mugs (set of two)
Phew, are you still with me?
Good.
I got an amazing giveaway that you won't want to miss!
Painted Fox is a fabulous store full of unique vintage farmhouse decor. I know you'll fall in love with their stuff just as much as I have. The best part is that they have been generous enough to offer one lucky reader a $75 gift card! Enter below in the raffelcopter.
Good Luck!
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Be sure to visit all 25 links for great gift ideas and fun giveaways, all week long!
Fantastic gift guide and giveaway, Katie! Love Painted Fox!
ReplyDeleteThanks Amy! I know, right? Painted Fox has so many amazing décor items, love them!
DeleteGreat ideas Katie!!! I'd never heard of the Yeti tumbler, but will definitely be picking one up for hubs! And LOOOOOVE Painted Fox! I'd finally be taking home one of those gorgeous 3-tier trays I've been eying up for ages if I won that gift card! Fantastic my friend!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kristi! I'll be getting the hubs a Yeti tumbler this year, they're great! Ooh, Painted Fox has some amazing tiered trays, great choice!
DeleteI would have to say the found vintage seltzer bottle!
ReplyDeleteKathleen
Ooh, I didn't see those. Great choice!
DeleteLoved the scarf and earrings under women! Great list.
ReplyDeleteAren't they great? Every now and then I like to get out of my paint clothes and get a little girly.
DeleteWow! These are great gift suggestions! I will definitely be looking into some of those options for guys. Why are they so hard to shop for?! Love, love, love those cake stands!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sara! Yes, those cake stands are so great. I don't make many cakes, but I may have to buy one anyway :)
DeleteI have always loved the The Istanbul bowl, it is so beautiful and would look amazing on my entryway console <3
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, that bowl is ah-mazing! Great pick!
DeleteGreat gift guide, Katie! And I looooove Painted Fox! They have the best stuff! I think I would buy one of the cotton wreaths if I won a gift card. I've been dying to have one for my kitchen!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Nicole! I LOVE cotton and a wreath would look fabulous in your kitchen.
DeleteThanks for the great ideas and Wow! Asking what I would buy from Painted Fox was a loaded question! I fell in love with so much but I narrowed it down to The Bobbie Sue caddy! It would be perfect for my craft area! Fingers crossed!http://www.paintedfoxtreasures.com/collections/metal-storage-bins/products/the-bobbie-sue
ReplyDeleteYes, definitely a loaded question! I LOVE the Bobbie Sue, it would be perfect for storing all my craft supplies. Great pick!
DeleteDefinitely the Wool Deer Pillow!
ReplyDeleteThat's a super cute pillow and perfect for winter! Good luck!
DeleteSo many great ideas!! Why are guys so hard to shop for?!
ReplyDeleteI know! They better just say what they want or they may just end up with socks and underwear, lol!
DeleteI would get something gorgeous new lighting from Painted Fox.
ReplyDeleteThey do have some pretty fabulous lighting!
DeleteI would buy the bulldog butler. I LOVE him!
ReplyDeleteYes, he is pretty good looking! Good luck!
DeleteI LOVE all those gift ideas, Katie!! That striped hoodie is sooo cute. I love all of Painted Fox's decor, I'd totally get one of their cute drying racks for our new kitchen!! Thanks for the giveaway! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Amanda! I LOVE their mug drying rack and would totally get one if I had counter space.
DeleteI like the emerging leaf necklace.
ReplyDeleteYes, it's beautiful!
DeleteThat clock is to die for!! I love all of your items Katie and have all fingers crossed for that prize :)
ReplyDeleteGreat gift guise, Katie! I would have a hard time choosing what I would get at Painted Fox, as I love everything!
ReplyDeleteI would put it towards Rufus the Rooster Container, my daughter in law would love it.
ReplyDeleteThis metal wall organizer would be great above my son's desk.
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Great round up of gift ideas Katie! I cannot wait to get a copy of the new Young House book either, yay! Thanks for the amazing giveaway!
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Love your gifts...one for me,one for others!
ReplyDeleteI love the scarf and hoodie on the women's list. If I win I would like to get the farmhouse kitchen dispensary.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to get the DIVIDED METAL AND WOOD FARMHOUSE BASKET.
ReplyDeleteDrooling over the BOOKENDS - FARMHOUSE STAGS.
ReplyDeleteI love all of your amazing gift ideas, Katie! I always struggle with what to get my hubby - I'm definitely adding a few of your ideas to his list this year! Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteThose gold bar necklaces are the cutest thing ever! Great list!
ReplyDeleteI definitely want everything, but that striped hoodie looks soooo comfy!
ReplyDeleteI would like to get the MASON JAR BIRDFEEDER.
ReplyDeleteI like the TOWERING PLAID PINES
ReplyDeleteGreat gift ideas! I would like to get the Rustic Metal Cow Wall Hanging from Painted Fox.
ReplyDeleteI love The Washington - Rolling kitchen cart! I'd want that although the gc won't cover it all.
ReplyDeleteI'd probably put the GC towards a tiered tray - I just can't get enough of those! LOVE your gift guides - that striped hoodie is definitely calling my name too!!
ReplyDeleteI would love the Marlene bowl. It would go perfect on the kitchen table.
ReplyDeleteI would buy one of those cute bags!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.paintedfoxtreasures.com/collections/bags/products/vintage-1934-canvas-tote
Oh my goodness, so many wonderful things! I love the Bulldog butler and the French Bulldog s&p shakers.
ReplyDeleteWow, Katie! I think you've covered everybody I could possibly need to shop for this year except for my kids. So many beautiful home ideas. Thanks for sharing a great list - and a fantastic giveaway.
ReplyDeleteAhhh, such a hard decision! They have so many nice pieces. I would choose the Brandon, Our Elephant Ring Holder and the Faux Decorative Antlers | Set of 2! starla.batesATyahooDOTcom
ReplyDeleteComfort. One can be more comfortable with using the cordless iron drills like this because he can't be bothered by the drill anymore while he works using this. work sharp 3000
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