Happy Holidays, everyone! It’s time for my, Holiday Gift Giving Guide! Let’s have some fun! This year, I’m thinking about your friends. These are my choices for some of my favourite things this year, and I’ve even broken it down by price, to help keep you on budget! Be sure to hit up the GIVEAWAY (<– click to go straight there) at the bottom of this post, for your chance to win $150 towards your choice of beautiful art from, Minted & their one-of-a-kind artisans. (This post may contain affiliate links. This means, should you end up making a purchase, advertisers give me a small percentage of that sale, at absolutely NO EXTRA COST to you. Click here for full disclosures).
>>>> GIFTS UNDER TEN DOLLARS <<<<
The Perfect Toque | Custom Holiday Cards | Lip Smacker | Turtles
The Perfect Toque (or Knitted Hat)
This one is my absolute favourites. I mean, look at my face… don’t I look happy?! Perfect for when the snow starts to fly. Nothing beats the combination of stylish and warm, for the season!
Personalized Photo Christmas Cards
These Minted gems, are our family cards, this year. I chose the “picture of the year” that stuck out in my mind, as pure joy — my daughter running through the sandy, shallow lakes, entering Jasper National Park. We had such a blast that day! At only a couple dollars each, (and with foil print detail?!) — they’re sure to please. (Pssst — You can even get all your envelopes addressed in a coordinating font! Whaaaaaa??!)
Lip Smackers – Watermelon
No joke, this has been my favourite lip balm since I was a teen. Smells good, works great — and, who doesn’t want soft, yummy lips, in the frosty weather? Pop a cute bow on it, and you’re done!
Turtles Chocolates
Caramel, chocolate. Need I say more? This has been a favourite of mine for as long as I can remember — I only ever seem to eat them at Christmas, and look forward to them every year.
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Best Mascara Ever! | Home Inspiration | Beautiful Jewelry
Clinique – Lash Power Mascara 
This is the beeeeest, you guys! I have one in my make-up cubby, AND a back-up in my fridge! I’ve been wearing it for years and don’t plan on stopping any time soon. It’s waterproof but without the hassle of removing it. All you need it warm water, no tugging.
Lovable, Livable, Home – by Young House Love
The latest book by the loveable duo, John and Sherry, from Young House Love. I haven’t yet had the chance to get my paws on this one. But I plan to!
French Connection Necklace
Simple. Understated. Pretty. It’s the perfect everyday addition to the wardrobe. A little peak-a-boo on your collarbone, under those winter-warm, buffalo-check fleece shirts? Yes please.
>>>> GIFTS FOR FIFTY-ish DOLLARS <<<<
Super Cute Tea Pot | A Spa Pedi | Leather Clutch | Minted Art
Kate Spade – Scatter Dot Tea Kettle
I know, it’s cute. It also comes in red and aqua… EEEeeee! And the most adorable teapot award goes to…
A Spa Pedi
We could all use a little relaxing treat every now and then, for those hard working feet. Even better when it comes as a gift… *a-hem* Steve… if you’re reading this, just sayin’… I’ve been wanting to try this place.
Liebeskind Clutch
How pretty are these? Comes in various colours (bonus!). I thought it would also make a cute makeup bag. Win-win.
Gorgeous Art Print
If you have not yet discovered Minted, get on it! They have the most diverse and talented group of artists. Tons of collections to choose from, and they hit on every style, there is absolutely something for everyone. (Pictured here: “Light in Dark” by Jihye Back Kim).
And, kick ALL of your gifts up a notch, with your personalized photo holiday cards! We’re loving ours, and can’t wait to get them all assembled and in the mail! Happy Holidays!
Now, for the GIVEAWAY! >>>
Let’s get to some GIVING! One lucky reader will WIN an amazing, $150 to spend at Minted, on their choice of unique art, from their tribe of endlessly talented artists!
Open to residents of the US, and Canada. Entries open for one week.
One winner will be randomly selected, and contacted after contest close.
Now, don’t miss your chance to see a ton more Holiday Gift Lists from incredible Bloggers, and enter all of their GIVEAWAYS!! Yes, MORE GIVEAWAYS! Go… go… go!
(Keep in mind that these links will only work as the posts go live on their scheduled morning).
Monday
Table & Hearth
Making it in the Mountains
Little House of Four
Bigger Than The Three Of Us
Delineate Your Dwelling
Petite Modern Life
Tuesday
Brepurposed
Average But Inspired
Paper & Fox
Canary Street Crafts
Hawthorne & Main
Wednesday
Lemon Thistle
Seeking Lavender Lane
Fresh Crush
Elizabeth Joan Designs
Addison Meadows Lane
Thursday
The Honeycomb Home
Our House Now a Home
Anything & Everything
Bless’er House
Home Remedies
Friday
The Summery Umbrella
Houseologie
Little Red Brick House
Kenarry: Ideas for the Home
Dwell Beautiful
51 thoughts on “Holiday Gift Giving Guide”
Great ideas, Jen! I am loving that super cute tea pot!
Isn’t it adorable? Thanks Lauren!
Jen, what a fantastic collection of gift ideas! Love that sassy red knit hat and there are so many things on my wish list from Minted this year.
Thanks Carrie! I know, I have trouble narrowing it down on Minted! Thanks!
Such great ideas!! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Ashley! :)
What a great gift guide! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Nancy! :)
Thank you for the great suggestions – love them!
Thanks for checking it out, Amy!
Great gift guide. I like the knitted hat and I will really love a tea kettle.
Isn’t that toque great?! Yes, I think I need that tea kettle in my life, it’s just so cute! Thanks Sindy!
Great gift ideas, Jenn! Love that knitted hat; and a gift card to Minted would be perfect this holiday season!
Thanks Amy, isn’t it cute? Yep, wish I could enter that giveaway myself — so great for the holidays! ;)
Love your list of gift ideas. I really think I need the Young House Love new book! It looks fantastic. Thanks for the great giveaway too!
-Shonee
http://www.hawthorneandmain.com
Thanks Shonee! Yes! Can’t wait to get my paws on that one! ;)
Great list, and I just love that knitted hat!! The color is just perfect :)
Thanks LZ! That red is the beeest! ;) Thanks so much!
I just got the Young House Love book for my birthday and have yet to read through it! Now I know what I’ll be doing over the holidays :)
Lucky! Can’t wait to find mine! ;)
Fantastic ideas Jen! I think I’ve just finished my Christmas shopping for all the gals in my life! Thank you!
Thanks Kristi! Loving all the lists this year!
Wish I had Twitter haha awesome giveaway! Also, I love that you’re still rocking the lip smackers.
Lip Smacker all the way! haha, thanks Karisa!
Fabulous gift guide ideas & giveaway!
Thanks Tara!
I love the hat!!! Great Gift Guide.
Thanks! Me too, second winter with that beauty. ;) Thanks so much!
Great gift ideas and great giveaway!! Tweeted and shared!
Aww thanks Roxanne!! :)
Such a good idea, and fantastic giveaway!
Thank you Stacey! It was fun this year!
Love all these budget friendly ideas!!
Thanks Bre!
I can’t believe I forgot to add Young House Love to my Christmas wish list. Thanks for the reminder and great giveaway!
Get on it Ashley! haha … Thanks so much!!