Category: gift

Christmas Shopping For Men

barbara

The most wonderful time of the year is barely a month away.  Christmas decorations are already up in all the shopping malls.  I just love listening to the Christmas songs being played at the malls.  Have you started your Christmas shopping?  Well, I haven’t but I have a list of things that I would like to get.  I have looked around at some ipods, shirts, ties and digital cameras for my husband.  I am still not sure which one to get for him.  I’ve been thinking…..maybe a stylish Muzetto Laptop Bag from SF Bags since he has been looking for one lately.

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Things That I Want To Do Now

barbara

Oh boy, there are so many things which I have to do but so little time.  I better move my derriere and get started real soon.   Here is a list of things that I have to do.

1.  Check out some Toronto hotels as I wish to spend a White Christmas in Toronto.

2.  Start shopping for Christmas gifts for my family and friends.

3.  Give my home a makeover or rather my living room.

4.  Start painting my guest room and decorate it.  My 4 year old has been requesting for her own room.

5.  Lose 10 pounds before Christmas.

6.  Get a Roots Canada tee.  Did I say I love Canada and all things Canadian?

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Fly Butterfly Fly

barbara

I was blog-hopping and came across this lovely Silver Butterfly Mobile from Shoestring Home.  Aren’t they a stunner?  Reminds me of the butterfly decor in the lobby of one of the las vegas nv hotels where me and my family stayed during our vacation 2 years ago.  This intricately detailed butterfly mobile is suspended from a metal frame.  A beautiful addition to any room and they make a great housewarming gift too.

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A B C D E F

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If you want to add some fun to your child’s mealtime, then these Alphabet Plates ought to do the trick.   You can customized these plates with your child’s name, initials, characterizations, hobbies and favorite foods.   The Alphabet Plates are made from 100% melamine and are BPA free.  Check out AlphabetPlates.com for more funky mealtime products.

Cool Tableware

barbara

My husband and I went to the mall a few days ago as he wanted to check out some home alarm systems.  While we were there, I went into a shop selling kitchen accessories and was bowled over by this sugar bowl. It is made of steel with a colored finish or stainless steel.  The lid is made of polished stainless steel.  Great for those who want to add a dash of colours in the kitchen.

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Hand-Painted Bead Bracelets

barbara

I am so addicted to this website – www.maei.nl and have been browsing it for the last 30 minutes.  I should be looking for some health insurance leads but instead, I am staring at these beautiful accessories such as the Brown and Gold Bead Bracelet.  They are so unique and make a very good gift for those who are into one of a kind accessories.

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Each item is made from hand-painted wooden beads and decorated with colourful flowers.

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I like this red Rapture bracelet too.

Flower BagPack

barbara

I love this cool idea.  Instead of using the normal cellophane wraps  or paper for your bouquet of flowers, the Flower BagPack is a great alternative.  It is eco-friendly and looks great.  The Flower BagPack is available in 2 versions – a one-time wrap made from recycled waste paper and cardboard or a reusable wrap made of cellulose and recycled leather scraps.  Lovely. I certainly do not mind receiving a bouquet in this stylish bagpack.

Citrus Fruit Peeler

barbara

I always have a hard time peeling oranges.  So what I normally do is just cut the oranges with the skin intact and try not to eat into the skin.  I am so glad to stumble upon the Apostrophe Orange Peeler from Fitzsu.  It is a handy kitchen utensil that cuts just enough into the peel.  It is very easy to use and the peel will be removed in a jiffy.  The Apostrophe Orange Peeler is just as cool as those metal buildings. Makes a great housewarming gift.

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Gift Ideas

barbara

Shopping for gifts?  I just came across some really cool gift ideas under $50 for him or her.

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Hadaki Laptop bag.  Very sturdy and soft to protect your laptop

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Tayga Allison reversible-hostess-apron in blue and brown in 100% cotton.

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Earthlust Stainless Steel Water Bottle that is features non-toxic paints and BPA-free safe polypropylene #5 caps.

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Under The Rainbow necklace from Suubi.  100% unique and  hand-crafted by the Suubi women in Uganda.  Made of recycled paper.

Birthday Gift For A Boy

barbara

I have been invited to a birthday party next weekend.  Time for me to get some fat burner as I know I would be eating a lot of good food at the party *grins* It is the birthday of a 9 year old boy and I have been shopping around for a birthday gift.  I really like the One Kid Band from UnCommonGoods.com.  It is colourful and modernly designed.  This musical band helps to stimulate hand-eye coordination and increases the children’s concentration skills.  Since the birthday boy likes to play drums, I think this One Kid Band is the perfect gift.

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