Friday, December 3, 2010

Design-minded Holiday Gift Guide

For Her





From left to right: Gorgeous, danish design from Menu - a mirror finished aluminum jewelry tree ($85) - available for purchase here. "Hand thrown porcelain straight from the Bronx," Kim Westad's ceramic goodness ($15 - $200) can be found at her Etsy shop. Finally, Moxie & Oliver produces handmade, intricate leather goods from jewelry to wallets to purses ($15 - $460) to accessorize the most discerning rustic gal.



For Him







From Gus Modern, a sophisticated and stylish acrylic wine rack ($155). Unique bowls made from records for the audiophile in your life ($25), from Odd Bob. For the sleek geek, a binary wall clock ($80)!



For the Kiddos







Teach the kiddos some fiscal responsibility with Mint's super cute Coink Piggy Bank ($36). Always winning design, Fred & Friends brings fun with food via Chimpsticks ($7). Wham-O's got the perfect solution for winter break mayhem - the Snowball Blaster ($30).



Budget Friendly Gifts for All







Available in a wide variety of subjects, Table Topics ($25) are a fun gift for all ages and all occasions. Amusing pot holders from Fred and Friends called Hot Heads ($10) keep things quirky in the kitchen.The endlessly fascinating Buckyballs ($30) provide entertainment for kids and adults alike.



For the Reader







A fantastic read for just about anyone, spanning everything, Bill Bryson's "A Short History of Nearly Everything" ($12-$20) is a home run. Putting a magnifying lens on everyday products, Humble Masterpieces ($15) is a quick and surprisingly informative read. Newly released, David Sedaris brings together humor and heart with Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk! ($22).

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