I am from Lucedale Mississippi... and in reading some of these Holiday Gift Guide's I realize one thing.. where I come from 10 "inexpensive" presents under 100 dollars a piece adds up to a thousand dollars. And that is not inexpensive to me! So, I have polled the experts... our fans and friends to see what they are giving this year! And of course they have some pretty awesome ideas... I have also included a few of my own :) Happy Hannukah and Merry Christmas People!!! Here's to giving from the heart & not breaking the bank!
1. Hand baked goods seems to be extremely popular, and let's face it. Who doesn't love getting homemade fudge and cookies!!! Georgia Boyer and Gina Putnum from our facebook fan page seem to be in agreement, this is one of the most perfect gifts. And, they can be made for little to nothing!
I love these Molasses Cookies from Martha Stewart. They look so pretty in that mason jar! Find the recipe here ! http://tiny.cc/z8xyy
2. Brenda Kemma has this next idea, which quite honestly.... I am not sure if I am crafty enough to attempt. But I can tell you this, after a little research, Cross Stitching is not just for your grandma anymore! Warning... some of these cross stitch patterns contain language.. AM NOT EVEN KIDDING! http://www.subversivecrossstitch.com/index.html
The best news about this idea ..... they are all between $5.00 and $15.00 !! You can find more cool patterns HERE: http://tiny.cc/31x77
3. This next website is so cool and if you would like to send me a Christmas gift, I would love anything this girl makes;) Ms. Bree McAckley is an artist and designer from LA. She sells her handmade super rad bohemian rock jewelry through her website www.guttergypsy.com The loved one getting this gift will not be disappointed. The best news... it's handmade one of a kind jewelry for $10.00. Who doesn't LOVE that! You will definitely be seeing me at a future show with one of those clipsters swinging in my hair !
4. This idea came to me from our AMAZING stylist Claudia Fowler who also happens to own the super hip boutique "Haven" in Franklin, Tennessee. She suggests giving a cool ornament which is always a great gift especially if it's personal. I am also going to suggest this cool journal from Modern Alchemy at her online store. Everyone needs a fantastic place to write your thoughts. It's cathartic and keeps anxiety at bay. And you might as well look like a rock star doing it! Plus, it's $24.00!!!
http://www.taigan.com/shops/sanctuaryofstyle
You can also purchase these customized porcelain ornaments for $14.99 at Kodak HERE + right now they are 20% off http://tiny.cc/eanjr
5. Sweet Julie Soloman who I used to work an an "unnamed" clothing store turned me onto this today via facebook. It's called a Water Bobble and it's the END of expensive bottled water! If you are anything like me you waste ALOT of plastic and cash on bottled water. This is so smart.. as you fill it up it filters tap water. And they make them for babies, adults... humans of all sizes (actually 3 sizes ;) starting at only $8.95. They have been written up in the New York Times and Esquire Magazine... Good for you & good for the enviroment! www.waterbobble.com
6. I found this designer on Etsy.com. I love the modern simplicity of of this personalized stationary. The era of letter writing seems to be a thing of the past, but there is nothing more personal that recieving a letter from someone you love. I think at $16.00 this set is a great gift. It's thoughtful and economical! Check it out HERE: http://tiny.cc/9h9ik
7. I couldn't leave out the boys. And these next gifts are for them. They are all in the spirit of my personal mantra.. all men are man boys, and that's just the way I like them :)
LEGO WALKIE TALKIES !!!! (Awesome.. i know)
$28.00 http://tiny.cc/9kpiz
Starburst Recycled Boombox (for your ipod) I mean come on, who wouldn't want this.
$18.00 http://tiny.cc/lzgv2
"How To Beat Up Anybody" By Judah Friedlander (enough said.)
$17.99
http://tiny.cc/iqebk
Casio Data Bank Watch(because every man needs a watch from 1985 with a calculator attached to it !)
$30.00 http://tiny.cc/fdry9
8. These beautiful earring's were brought to my attention by my friend Dave. Not that he wears earrings.. well, he may. I'm not sure. But his friend Serena happens to be the designer!
They were created in New York by Ms.Serena Van Rensselaer and are sterling silver and Hand Hammered for just $30.
May your days be merry and bright...
Peace & Love,
Brandon
