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Unique Gift Ideas + Discounts

By Chandra Fredrick | Dec 6

I’ve shared lots of gift ideas this week, but I also had a few unique gift ideas that didn’t quite fit into any of my guides. If you’re looking for something a bit more creative than another toy, another sweater, or ‘thing’ – these are for you.

1. For the person who wishes they could leave holiday decor up all year long: one of these hand painted antlers or knot ornaments from Made by Cassandra Smith are perfect for a holiday tree or mantle, but also fit in with your decor for the whole year (my antler is always on my mantle!) – use code OHLOVELY2013 to get 15% off anything in her etsy shop (expires end of day 12/20/13).

2. For the person who loves to learn and grow: an Atly class to learn something new. I think this is such a fun gift idea and there are so many cool class ideas. And I plan to teach a class in the coming year too, so look out for that announcement.

3. For the newlyweds who got everything off their registry: a string art monogram or home state from Ramble and Roost.

4. For the boy or girl (or adult!) who likes a little whimsy and fantasy: a unicorn or dragon faux taxidermy head from Near and Deer.

5. For the toddler or preschooler that likes activities (and don’t they all!?): an ‘M is For Monster’ subscription - use code OHLOVELYDAY to get 15% off your first order.

And here are a few gift/nice gesture ideas for some of the other people in your life:

For the new parents: a babysitting offer, a gift card for take out from their favorite restaurant, or a voucher for a few hours of free housecleaning.

For your kiddo’s teachers: An ornament or DIY snow globe with a homemade note from your kiddo, or a gift card to a learning store or teacher supply store.

A coffee gift card or home-baked goods and a nice note for your mail carrier, handyman, and anyone else that takes good care of you all year long.

And if you just want to spread good cheer to all, Jacin of Lovely Little Details made some super cute downloadable elf tags to go with a coffee gift card, or without. To download and print your own copy, click here for the “coffee elf” tags and here for the “elf” tags. I love these so much.

What are your favorite unique gift ideas? I’m always looking for new and creative ideas!

And if you missed any, here are my other gift guides this week: for her, for him, for the kiddos, for your hostess.

*Atly and M is For Monster are sponsors of Oh Lovely Day, though the items in my gift guides are chosen because I love them and would love to gift or get them.

Gift Guide For Your Hostess

By Chandra Fredrick | Dec 5

The holidays are full of festive get-togethers. Whether it is a cookie making party, a big Christmas dinner, or a low-key gift exchange with friends, I always like to show up with a gift for the hostess. It could be your favorite Christmas cookies or a bottle of wine, or you could pick one of these 22 gifts I’ve rounded up, all under $40. Click directly on the photos below to shop for that particular item. Also, if you’d rather DIY than buy, I’ve got a DIY mason jar snow globe tutorial that’s perfect for you! Oh, and that’s the mug I drink my coffee from every morning – it always makes me just a little bit happier to be awake so early.

Gift Guide for Littles

By Chandra Fredrick | Dec 4

I’ve gift guided the ladies and the fellas, so now it’s time for the littles! This one is harder, because I could do gift guides for just boys, just girls, and each age range. But I won’t. So I gathered some of my favorite things for boys, girls, and some toys both will love (I’m steering clear of the obvious baby dolls, cars, trains, etc.). And I only have a three year old, but I think these are a range of gifts that kids from 3-10 or so would like. I sort of want those bestie tattoos for myself, and how cool is that astronaut bedding!? And Dragons Love Tacos is Charlie’s absolute favorite book, and if it isn’t in your kiddo’s library it needs to be ASAP. Click on the photo below to purchase or get more info. Happy shopping!

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Gift Guide For Him

By Chandra Fredrick | Dec 3

Yesterday I shared my gift guide for her, so today it’s the fellas’ turn. And I have to tell you, I have more fun putting together the gifts for guys than I do the girls, and you know the gifts for her guide is basically my own wishlist, right? That’s how much I love buying gifts for others. Keeping it fair, I found 22 ideas for the guys in your life, but here the prices range from under $10 to under $200. There’s something for everyone (and a couple I know my husband would LOVE). Click through the photo to purchase the item. And don’t worry, just because cyber Monday is over doesn’t mean the deals are. Some stores, like J.Crew, are having even better sales today! Happy shopping (again).

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Holiday Gift Guide For Her + Get a Free Gift From Me

By Chandra Fredrick | Dec 2

This is one of my favorite times of year – the time of gift giving and gift guiding. I’ve always loved hunting down the perfect gift for someone. I fancy myself a good gift giver, and not because the gift is expensive – I just try to get creative and give the person something I know they would love. So, since it is Cyber Monday and you’re probably doing some online shopping, here’s our annual gift guide for her – sure to make the lady in your life (wife, girlfriend, mom, sister, friend, and ME – there’s something for everyone!) very happy. Check out my 22 gift picks for her below, and click on what you like to purchase. Happy shopping! And scroll down to the bottom to get a great offer for a free gift for giving yourself or someone else the gift of great skin this year.

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Advent Calendar Ideas & Activities

By Chandra Fredrick | Nov 30

I think advent calendars are such a fun way to countdown to Christmas and also a creative way to incorporate some family holiday spirit. My mom passed down my childhood advent calendar (this retro wall hanging with pockets numbered 1-24 and you move a mouse into each number) and I’m going to add activities and little trinkets into the pockets to make it even more fun. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite advent calendars in the below (click through to get to the original DIY source or where you can purchase) and have included some fun advent calendar activities to we’ll be doing below. Calendar above from The Land of Nod.