I love when you find a gem that's costs as little as $10 or $12. Because some things, like Indian take-out, don't have to be expensive to be great.
+ These teeny tiny boxes are handwoven in Columbia. I'd gift a box to a friend as a special place to stash her pretty rings. (And you could fill it with some mini handmade treasure or trinket from the dollar store.)
+ Ever since I saw Todd Oldham's shop filled with Charley Harper prints, I've been a big fan of the artist. So I was tickled to see a Charley Harper coloring book — perfect for doodlers young and old.
+ I love this little practical yet pretty glass mister for anyone who's adopted a plant (or a mini forest, like us.) So many people are also creating terrariums for their home — and terrariums need a spritz of water now and again.
+ A butterfly on a stick (or a butterfly wand) is sure to inspire a little wonder for any girl who has a soft spot for winged magic.
+ I'd love this pretty pad in my stocking — a list pad for what to do on a day just for me. What would be on my list: leisurely wander around my neighborhood (still exploring all the shops), stop for coffee and cupcakes, rev up with a long vinyasas yoga class, and wind down with a delicious dinner with Dan.
+ I'm always scouting out great recipes (aren't we all?), so I think this set of eight letterpress recipe cards gives way more than the $10 price tag. You're really gifting 8 fantastic meals that you love.
+ This linen sachet is filled with lavender and handprinted with an image of scissors — perfect for a knitter to tuck in with her yarns. And sachets are one of those things you never buy for yourself but love to have around.
+ At $4 each, you can pick up a few of these bright wooden yo yos, which are painted with non-toxic paint.
+ I love the mix of sweet and sour, so lemon curd is a little indulgence that hits the spot. It tastes delicious with morning toast or use as a custard-like filling for pie. Spoon is my favorite source for jams — and they package everything as sweetly as if it were made by you.
+ Inspired by the classic paper bag book cover we all used in middle school, Book City Jackets offers designs that turn books into affordable art for your shelves and coffeetable. This Guest Room set is the perfect gift for the couple who's always hosting houseguests. They can cover their favorite piece of fiction, non-fiction, and their favorite book to leave on the nightstand.
Phew, so that's all for the gift guide series! Hope you were able to check a few gifts off your list.
Happy shopping! Jen
