If you are like me, the holidays can be a stressful time. When trying to buy presents for some of the women in my family, I have no clue what they want. They already have everything! This year we have searched and found presents for women they’ll actually like and use. There’s a little something for almost everyone in our Women’s Holiday Gift Guide 2016 edition.
Gifts For Animals Lovers
1. Fur Children Mugs and Coasters Do you know someone, like me, who loves to show off their furbabies? It’s hard to whip out pictures and show them to people, so they can admire my pets. Now I don’t have too. With these custom mugs and coasters of our pets from Zeppa Studios, people tell me how cute our pets are while I’m enjoying my coffee. Zeppa Studios, created in 1989 by Melissa Kaye (MK) Zeppa, lovingly hand paints or designs every piece her studio offers. Her slogan is “We’ve got your dog! and other critters too!” And she does. With over 250 breeds, including canine, feline or equestrian to choose from, you’re almost certain to find a gift for the discriminating pet lover. If you can’t, MK is happy to create a custom piece for you.
There’s also a special “club lab” section dedicated to labs, including adorable “water dog” glassware. I love supporting independent artisans with a commitment to quality, but I also love Zeppa Studios commitment to Rescue Work. Created by her two “lab” assistants, MK offers free shipping on orders of $200 or more OR by simply using one of the coupon codes she has provided to rescue organizations all over the country. They will receive a donation and you receive free shipping. It’s a win-win! You can find them on Facebook at @zeppastudios.
2. The Charming Snow Man & The Charming Snow Woman Bird Feeders By NoNo
I hate how dreary our yard is in the winter. I wanted something to “perk up” the back yard and feed all the birds who didn’t make it south for the winter. It’s made from durable metal so it’s able to withstand our dreary winters and is powder coated to resist rust. That’s a plus with our wet winters! The diamond mesh design attracts clinging birds and is resistant to squirrels. (Although our squirrels are pretty determined!) The easy to fill feeder has a 1.5 pound seed capacity and can use black oil sunflower seeds, a favorite with many types of birds. My favorite feature about the charming snowman and charming snowwoman is no assembly is required! It’s easy to hang the feeders and go. Find them on Facebook and Twitter @PerkyPetFeeders.
Gift For the Traveler:
Gobi Gear Seg Sac Do you like to travel but can’t find a way to pack efficiently? I know I have that problem! I’ve been trying to find ways to save space and pack smarter. The Gobi Gear SecSac makes this possible! Although recommended for backpacking & trekking, camping and hiking, this will also work well in a suitcase. Designed with 4 internal compartments to organize your gear, it’s easy to stash items where you can find them on the first try. (You won’t believe how many times I’ve rummaged through my carry on bag trying to find something I needed right then. This eliminates that hassle. ) Made of cordura-brand nylon fabric, it’s lightweight, durable and can be easily folded down when not in use. Find them on Facebook and Twitter at @gobigear.
Gifts For Women Who Love Pampering
1.Our Southern Hearts Monthly Subscription Gift Basket Who doesn’t love receiving a surprise gift each month? With the Southern Hearts Monthly Subscription Box you can give the gift that keeps on giving. This box is unique because it features 3 to 5 products each month from Southern Artisans. All of the items are handcrafted and made in small batches. The October box included Pumpkin Souffle Body Lotion from Southern Twisted Soaps, an Appalachian Maple Bourbon Candle from Modern Forestry, (smells delightful!), Handcrafted Gourmet Marshmallows by Midnight Fantasy, Cork’s Caramel Corn (grown in Georgia) and a handcrafted bracelet from Thursday Night Jewelry Company.
I love items that help promote small artisans. It gives me a chance to find companies I would never known about on my own. If you order the November box, all subscribers will receive a Bonus nonfood item from the October Box and all subscribers will also be entered to win a coupon code for a free box to use anytime. The winner will receive the code in their November box. Find them on Facebook at @OurSouthernHearts.
2. Karen Neuburger Pajamas Let’s face it. Who doesn’t love to spend an occasional day in their pajamas? Nights are more fun too with a comfy pair of pajamas. First developed in 1994 by Karen Neuburger with a vision to create all day wear pajamas with a cozy, comfortable and relaxed fit. Over the years the line has expanded to include sleepwear, loungewear, bedding, slippers, cosmetic bags and travel bags. Karen Neuburger has pajamas in all sizes, including plus sizes. Our pair is made of 60% cotton and are light, soft and came in a fun pink paisley pattern. Perfect for those lazy weekends. Find them on Facebook at @KNKarenNeuburger and twitter at @karenneuburger.
Gifts for the Domestic Goddess
1. Black & Decker Cordless Lithium 2-N-1 Stick + Hand Vacuum
I am a person who finds a clean, orderly house relaxing. More importantly, I have to have clean floors because of the baby. Since she has learned to crawl she has managed to find every speck of dirt on the floor, the couch, the chairs, or wherever she can get her little fists. When she is not picking up messes, she is actively making one for me to clean up. The Black & Decker Vacuum comes to my rescue with several features. It can be used as an upright stick vacuum for small messes or as a dustbuster. The smooth pivot steering allows me to get around corners easily and the translucent dirt bowl allows me to easily see when it needs to be emptied. It’s bagless, with an easy to clean filter, so I never have to worry about remembering to pick up bags. Find them on Facebook and Twitter at @blackanddecker.
2. Kitchen IQ Smart Sharp Electric Knife Sharpener If you are like me and love to cook, you know the frustration of getting ready to chop ingredients and finding that all your knives are dull. Since my kids like to cook also, they are constantly asking me, “Do we have any knives that work???” Finally, thanks to the Kitchen IQ Smart Sharp Electric Knife Sharpener, I can tell them, “Yes.” With two sharpening slots, this device works on all sorts of knives, Asian, European and Ceramic. Because it is adjustable, the Kitchen IQ is able to sharpen knives to factory quality on both sides in the same time. A coarse slot is available for dull or damaged knives. This is a big deal because some sharpeners only sharpener one side at a time, which can cause damage. The Large Angle Adjust™ knob allows the sharpener to easily turn to the desired sharpening angle. Bonus- the no skid rubber feet keep the knife sharpener safely on the counter, making sure we don’t hurt ourselves when sharpening. Find them on Facebook and twitter at @KitchenIQ.
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Do you have a hard to buy for person in your life? Which gift do you think they would like to receive?
I want a new ring or earrings this Christmas haha
I love food items and the Snowman bird items are amazing! I have never seen a bird feeder like this before! I also love getting Pajamas for Christmas!
What great ideas. I can think of some I’d like to give them to. I’d love the snowmen myself.
The monthly gift basket and pajamas are my favorites here! They’re both so fun yet so practical. Love it! Great list!
These are all great gift ideas for women. I love the snowman and snow woman along with the pj’s. The pajamas would make any woman happy. Thanks for sharing the gift guide.
These are all awesome ideas! I love that you included the vacuum and the knife sharpener. These two are must haves in the house and women will definitely use them.
You have included some great gifts on this list. I think I would prefer the gourmet nibbles the most…I can’t pass up yummy popcorn!
I am the struggle travaler when it comes to packing. The Gobi Gear Seg Sac sounds like the answer. I also struggle with gifts sometimes. Some folks are easier to shop for than others.
These are great gift ideas. I have to get two mugs with my cats on them. It will be a great gift for my Daughter to take to University with her.
Those furbaby mugs have my names written all over them! So adorably Purrrfect and I love those cozy pajamas! Thanks for all these gift ideas!
I love all of these ideas, but especially the Our Southern Hearts Monthly Subscription box!
Lots of unique gift ideas here!
These are all wonderful idea. Those mugs are really cute. I bet my mom would love those.
The best present to me is having everybody home and safe. Plus, a new vacuum cleaner lol!
Yes yes and yes! Those cat coasters would be just too adorable on my table!!
What a fun gift guide. Honestly the one gift I would love more than anything else? A clean house and one whole day where I don’t have to ask someone to clean up after themselves, lol.
Great Gift Guide. I love the mugs and the knife sharpener. I need one for sure.
These are all great gift ideas! I think the cute mugs and coasters are the perfect gift for my pet loving friends!
So many great ideas! I am loving those pyjamas! I could use a few new pairs, so I would for sure be happy with those!
Great gift suggestions! I I find it difficult to narrow my choices, but I guess for this gift guide, I think I like the Gifts for the Domestic Goddess the best. 🙂
I’d say these are pretty good ideas. I like them. I don’t know what I want this year.
I love the gift for traveler! It will help me to organize things specially I have a kid!! 😀 Thanks for this
Yes! I would love any of these! Especially those cute bird feeders. I love those!
I really don’t like frivolous things, but the hand vac, I’d totally use. The knife sharpener is nice and useful too. I love useful gifts.
I love to be pampered and would love those pajamas! They look so cozy. Any you definitely couldn’t go wrong with a Southern Hearts Monthly Subscription Gift Basket!
I love the gift basket for pampering! Most of the item are also good good gift idea.
I would like the subscription gift basket, that is super cute! This list is great for buying for the woman in your life.
I don’t love anything more than a Christmas guide that helps with gifts I need to buy. I would love to receive the pajamas personally 🙂
It can be so tough finding gifts for either of my parents. They have everything they need! I always appreciate a little guidance and some help finding great gifts.
I would certainly appreciate any of these awesome gift suggestions. I especially love comfortable pajamas and those bird feeders would be perfect for my mother in law!
The gobi gear seg sack is just funny-good! What a great idea.
These choices overall, look very good – maybe I will share this with my husband; he is not exactly the best gift giver!
My mother in law has a huge heart for animals. The mugs would be a great gift for her!
Those pajamas are so cute! And that popcorn looks so good! Thanks for the great gift ideas!
I want to be pampered. I want all my gifts to have something to do with pampering. I’m worth it, right? 🙂
I love this!! It can be so hard to think out side the box for gifts for women sometimes, these are great ideas.
These are all great gift ideas. My mom would really like the snowman bird feeders.
Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this! I love all of these, and I think it’s so warranted. I love my husband, but he is absolutely terrible at getting gifts for ANY woman, including me.
These are great gift ideas. I love subscription boxes. Those mugs are absolutely adorable.
Such a good list! I ask for PJs every year! Also those I’m a animal lover and I would love those cute mugs and coasters 🙂
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It’s a great gift ideas but I disagree on the women wanting the vacuum LOL. I am not thinking I would like that as a Christmas gift. But everything else in here is pretty cool. I love those pajamas.
Lol! I am just the opposite! I would love it if it made my life easier! 🙂
Oh my goodness those mugs! I do need one with my pooch on, I would be a happy lady then.
These are great gift ideas for women. I always love a great comfy pair of pajamas. There’s nothing like cuddling up with a cozy set of PJs when it’s cold outside.