Last Minute Gifts for Kids

The countdown is on so I’m sharing my last Gift Guide installment for your last minute shopping ideas. If the kids in your life are anything like mine, they all have way too many toys. I buy for a lot of kids at the holidays and one theme I always stick to is books. No matter what, they all get at least one book.

I’m such a big advocate for promoting reading – especially in the fast paced, technology driven world that we all live in. There’s just nothing like curling up on the couch with an actual, printed book in your hands.

Here are some great children’s series that you should share with the kids in your life.

Usborne Books

I recently discovered this company and I LOVE their books. You can find a book for every age child. The best part is that all of their books are so unique and interactive. And, they cost the same as you would spend at one of those big chain stores. I bought a ton of books this year from them for kids aged 6 months to 11 years!

Harry Potter series

I feel like this series goes without saying for those kids 7 and older (or so). I read this series as an adult and loved it. It’s so well written and transports you to the most fun, imaginative world. If no one has read this series – start them on it now!

The Boxcar Children

This was one of my favorite series growing up and was so happy to see that you could still find these books in stores. They tell the story of 4 orphaned children who make a home in an abandoned boxcar. They eventually turn into amateur sleuths and solve crazy mysteries. The best part is that there are over 137 books in the series so, as long as you keep track of which ones you’ve bought, you’ll never go wrong!

Amelia Bedelia

If you haven’t ever heard of this series, please go look it up right now. Amelia Bedilia is such a fun, lighthearted children’s series that while dates back to the 60’s, still remains a classic today. The series follows the hilarious day to day activities of Amelia, a maid who is always taking things her employer says literally and ends up in comical situations because of it.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid

This series is a newer one that my niece recently introduced me to. There are 10 books that follow the life of a meek middle schooler who struggles to fit in. The books are filled with fun drawings and hand written notes that make it look like a child’s diary. Perfect for any kid on the brink of (or in) middle school.

HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

Gifts for Book Lovers

For the second gift guide installment, I bring you great gift ideas for the book lovers in your life. If you missed the gifts for wine lovers – go check it out!

When I am shopping for loved ones for the holidays, I always try to pick something out that they wouldn’t typically buy for themselves. Make it fun, make it personal and make it something that they will actually WANT to use and not stuff in a drawer to be donated later. These bookish gifts should be the perfect fit!

Old Book scented candle

If you know someone who is a true bookworm, they LOVE the smell of old books. There is just something so comforting about it. With this candle, they can enjoy it anytime they want!

Personalized library embosser

This neat little gadget is the perfect way to personalize the books in your library. It’s also helpful to remind people who they borrowed a book from so you can actually get it back.

Book Scarf

Who doesn’t love scarves? They are so stylish and practical. This book scarf is the perfect wardrobe addition for any book lover. This one is Alice and Wonderland but there are other fun ones out there like Pride and Prejudice and The Raven.

Nap Massaging bed rest

Um – someone please buy this for me NOW. It’s always so awkward to read in bed. You end up at weird angles, your arms fall asleep and you get a crick in your neck. Problem, solved with this handy gift.

The Book Was Better sweatshirt

Most book lovers will unanimously agree that the book is ALWAYS better than the movie. Let them express their opinion loud and proud with this cute and cozy sweatshirt.

Happy shopping!

Gifts for Wine Lovers

The holidays will be here before you know it so it’s time to get your list done and start shopping. Though, if you are anything like me, if you haven’t started shopping by now, you are legit losing your mind. IT WILL NEVER GET DONE AND EVERYONE WILL GET APPLEBEES GIFT CARDS.

What do I do when holiday shopping gets me stressed? Open a bottle of wine, of course! Now, I’m not condoning drinking as a coping mechanism but let’s be real. It calms you down. While sipping on some red the other day, I was thinking about Christmas. And what better way to kick off the season than with some gifts perfect for the wine lover on your list. Or for yourself. Probably for yourself.

Wine socks

YOU. GUYS. I don’t even need to say anything about these socks. They are amazing and you need them right now. Hopefully I have a loved one reading this blog and is going directly to the site to purchase them for me. *hint hint*

Bamboo & Slate wine tasting flight

If you’ve read anything else on this blog, you know I love a fun and fancy wine tasting. This little set is perfect for your own at home tastings!

Bathtub wine glass holder

If there’s anything more relaxing than a glass of wine, it’s a glass of wine while in a hot bath. Have you ever knocked your glass of wine over and into the tub? No? Just me? Well, then just buy this so it doesn’t happen to you or someone you love.

Decanter

This is a perfect go-to gift for a wine lover. Get them a nice one, like this though. No one wants a dollar store wine decanter. Splurge a little bit people.

Fun wine-related shirt

You can’t go wrong with a fun graphic tee like the one below. It’s cute, practical and funny. Any wine lover would love to have this in their lives. Not that I’m hinting again here…just sayin.