Unique Gift Ideas : Shop Small

I used to be that person that would have my Christmas shopping done before November hit. It was a huge stress relief to not have to worry about shopping. This year is a little different as November is almost over and I have not bought one gift yet! I'm kind of freaking out a little inside. 

Luckily, this year I have chosen to shop small.  By small, I don't mean just buying a few things, I'm talking supporting small businesses. As a small business owner myself, I know how important it is to shop small and support small business owners. I also am a huge sucker for personalized and unique gifts so I wanted to share some unique shops who take pride in their work and really love what they do!

Shevelkin Designs | If you are a coffee lover like myself, you will absolutely LOVE this shop. The owner, Stephanie, is the sweetest and SO creative. She makes everything in her shop by hand. Her designs are so fun! My favorite right now are her coasters and brew mat. The colors and detail is stunning!  Get 10% off using SWDBLOG 11/28-12/4

Check her out on instagram @shevelkindesigns

Burlap Lace Cozy | Coaster & Mat Set | To-Go Cup Cozy

Karried Astray | Who doesn't love a cute handbag? I mean, you carry them with you everyday anyways right? Might as well have a few cute patterns to add to your collection! She custom makes every handbag with love so you can choose your own style! I love the colorful prints she uses! Each one is unique and sure to please! Use code Jingle to receive 10% off your purchase. Valid 11/28 to 12/13.

Check her out on instagram: @karriedastray

Flower Clutch | Cat Clutch | Squirrel Clutch

Mini be Couture | She makes the cutest handmade crochet items! From unicorn dolls, beanies and gloves, to cute cozy's! Her crochet work is spectacular and I love everything she has in her shop. Everything just looks so cozy! Also she is offering a discount to my readers, use code BOSSLADY20.

Check her out on instagram @minibecouture



Mesmerics | If you love monogramming as much as I do, then you will love these monogrammed cozies! I love the different colors she has to offer. She carries cozies, dice bags, stockings, wallets, pillows, baby burp cloths and more! I love her patterns, they are truly one of a kind. Use code SHOWERED20 for 20% off your purchase. 


Follow her on instagram @mesmerics.on.etsy

Elephant Burp Cloth $4 | Floral Cosmetic Bag | Plaid Cozy

Geek Fashion Source | This shop has the cutest "geek" fashion wear. I personally love the fun prints on the suspenders. But she also has bow-ties, fun glasses, custom designed shoes and more! Love game-day wear? She has the perfect unique selection for sports fans! She is also offering a special discount code to my followers, use code  HOLIDAYSEASON20 at checkout to enjoy 20% off your purchase.

Follow her on instagram @sweetlookscollection

Dallas Cowboy Suspenders |  Broncos Nerd Glasses | Hello Kitty Sleep Mask

 

Rustic Valley Kids | This shop has beautiful scarves and bows. If you are on the search for a beautiful patterned bow or scarf, this is your place! She has a wonderful collection to choose from. I love the colors she has available!

Follow her on instagram @rusticvalleykids

Scarf & Bow Set |  Multicolored Bow | Floral Scarf & Bow

 

And of course I can't leave out my own shop. I will be making some gifts for friends, co-workers and family this Holiday. {Shop: Showered With Design}.

Also search hashtag #SEIZED to see all the shops participating in "SEIZE THE DEAL."(Ends tonight) All shops are using the coupon code SEIZED so you can enjoy a discount from over 180+ shops!

 

Personalized Holiday Gift Ideas

If you are anything like me, then you love to jump on any opportunity to give personalized gifts.   I've always been in love with the idea of personalization.  It's something unique and one-of-a-kind. Something no one else possesses.  Shutterfly is the perfect solution for all your personalization needs.  I've been a longtime user of Shutterfly, not only for their incredibly inexpensive prices but for the quality of what they provide.  Here are just a handful of items you can gift to your family and friends:

Photo quilts, mugs, pillows, metal prints, blankets, plates,phone cases, calendars, stockings, pencil holders, and so much more!  The possibilities of gifts are endless!

Plus when you sign up you get 50 FREE prints!  What's not to love about free?

*This post is not sponsored, however, if you use the links in my post I may be compensated a percentage of your purchase.  
All opinions are my own and I am 100% satisfied with Shutterfly.

Holiday Happenings

As you all know, the Holidays are just around the corner!  They are coming faster than I can even keep up with!  I was browsing online for gifts for friends and family.  I found the cutest gift options on Jane.com.  Seriously, they have so many great things right now at unbeatable prices, but you better act quick because the deals are ending fast and they may sell out!
These are just a handful of the selections Jane has right now:

Personalized Monogram Purse | Personalized Pillow Cover | Designer Inspired Boots
Fleece Lined Leggings | Monogram Bracelet | Personalized Mug
Holiday Table Runners | Nail Decals for $1.99! | Holiday Coffee Tumbler

Wedding Banner Giveaway

I cannot believe that in 4 days I will become a Mrs!! Since I am away from the blog for a short while while I do all the fun wedding festivities and while I am away on my honeymoon, I thought it would be nice to host a giveaway! And today is your lucky day, because Lauren @ The Family Tree - Hydebanners has offered to giveaway  an amazingly cute burlap Mr. and Mrs. Banner which you can customize it with your color of choice to one lucky bride!  The Family Tree creates burlap banners which are a hit for special events like bridal showers, weddings, birthdays, photo sessions, and any other decor you can come up with!

Check out a few of her banners she's created for weddings, holidays, and household banners: 

 

 Her banners would make a great engagement gift for the newly engaged couple!

They would also make great gifts for bridal showers too!

I personally love the Mr. and Mrs. Banner which you can use twice! Once at your bridal shower and you can have it displayed at your wedding too!  

It's like having two banners for the price of one! I love reusing items, because you 

get more bang for your buck!

Plus look at how cute this Mini card banner is: 

And, wouldn't this burlap Bride sash make a cute gift for the Bride 

To Be to wear on her Bachelorette?

Lauren also creates gorgeous window and wall art too, so make sure to check out her facebook page!  Now for the fun part, the giveaway!

This Mr. & Mrs. Banner is what Lauren is Giving Away:
With the color of your choice!

Good luck!
This giveaway will run until July 29th, so make sure to tell all your friends to enter!
& While I am absent becoming a Mrs., you can  follow along on my instagram.

  

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Best Black Friday Deals

I can't believe Thanksgiving is almost here!  Now on to the shopping!  I've never been much of a Black Friday Shopper-- great deals but too many people in one place for me to feel content.    Also, there really isn't anything I need that bad. So I resort to online shopping for my needs.

Here's a list of some great Black Friday Fashion deals going on:

1. ASOS: Get as much as 70% off of men’s and women’s fashions. Sign up for their email list if you want to receive information on additional deals. New customers get $10 off your first order if you spend $100 or more with the promo code 10WELCOME. You also get free shipping.

2. Macy's: Up to 40% off designer coats. Also up to 50% off of cutlery, and some dinnerware.

3. BCBG: Treat yourself to 15 percent off when you use the code WELCOME2013 now through Nov. 30 online.

4.  Forever 21: Enjoy pre-Black Friday sales at Forever 21 beginning Nov. 20!  Featuring styles up to 50% off. On Nov. 29, look forward to yellow-tag deals with items starting at $3.

5. Charlotte Russe - Shoes buy one get one for $10.  All outerwear for $25.  BOGO denim $10.

6. Gap: Enjoy 50 percent off on Nov. 29, and score 40 percent off storewide from Nov. 30 through Dec. 2.

7. Vince Camuto: Take 20 percent off with code THANKS online from now through Nov. 30.

8. Juicy Couture: You'll receive a free Wild For Juicy mug when you spend $100 or more on Black Friday.

9. Target:  Ladies’ Exhilaration Fashion Boots on sale for $18. So if you buy two pairs of boots at $18 each on Black Friday and use the $5 off $20 coupon, you’ll get them for just $15.50 each after the coupon and sale.

10. Express: $10 off shoes,  25% off watches, 40% off online purchases, 30% off one item purchases


Don't forget to Linkup with me about your favorite Holiday Traditions, whether it be Thanksgiving, Black Friday traditions, Christmas, and New Years I'd love to hear it all! 

Father's Day Sentimental Gift Ideas

 

For those of you who don't know, Father's Day 2013 is June 16.

Let me introduce to you some Father's Day memorable and sentimental gift ideas from YORK Photo. Father's Day gifts have always been a struggle for me, because my dad buys what he wants when he wants it. So I have to dig deep down and really think of what he would appreciate.  My dad loves sentimental gifts, so what better way to show him I am thinking about him on a day that's designated for him!  You can get him a Father's Day Designer Poster and add photos of the two of you together for only $1.  Wait, did I hear that right? $1???

Yep, you heard me, for only $1 + $2.49 standard shipping, your total cost is $3.49. For those of you on a budget, you cannot go wrong.  Your daddio will love it, and plus, it's coming from the heart and he'll know you put time into it.  You also get 40 FREE prints by registering as a first time user.  40 FREE prints and a $1 poster?? It just keeps getting better!

Here's yet another great deal, $3.00 for a 5x7 Custom Softcover Photobook for dad.  Click my link and use code DADBOOK to receive 73% off and get it for $3 plus shipping and handling! Talk about a good deal!  Now you gotta hurry because these AMAZING deals end June 8, and Father's Day is June 16! Time is ahh--Wastin'!

Visit YORK PHOTO today and order your Father's Day gifts!  Heck, I might order some things for myself to hang in the house!

Father's Day Gift Ideas

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Now is the time to show your dad for Father's Day how much he means to you.  Show him you appreciate all that hard work he's done by showering him with love and some pretty awesome, inexpensive gifts. As you saw in my Father's Day Sentimental Gift Ideas for cheap post, I brought you ideas for photo gifts.  Now I bring you some additional ideas for dad.

$24.99

What dad wouldn't enjoy an all-in-one pocket knife, tool set? 

Pretty awesome If I do say so myself.

Dads  BBQ Coozie- $9.99

And how adorable rad is this cutting board? This site has THE best ideas for gifts for dad.

My dad would love the personalized BBQ coozie to hold his favorite beverage. My personal favorite is the cutting board!

Does your dad love BBQing?  Then this personalized spatula would be freakin' awesome.

Here are a few more of my favorites!

 

What ideas do you have for gifts for Father's Day? I'd love to hear them!  

Do you have any plans for your dad?

Cozy up with a Valentine

Forever 21 cotton sleepwear
forever21.com

Heart necklace
etsy.com

Kate spade
beauty.com

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics red nail polish
barneys.com

Valentine's Mug
crateandbarrel.com



Whether you have a Valentine or not, there are many ways to spend this Valentines day without feeling alone. Grab your girlfriends and have a pajama movie night! Cook for favorite dinner and watch a movie together.

Do All your girlfriends have a special someone? Call your guy friends
- have a poker night.

You dont need to celebrate "Valentine's Day" like anyone else. Do whats fun for you and make it fun!  It'll change the way you think about the day and give it a different perspective.

If you do have a special someone- plan a romantic evening.. Whether you cook for him or take him to dinner.  Put on a cute outfit and watch a movie together.  Give him a massage or something you don't normally do on an everyday basis.

--Grab some lucky dice- and see where it takes you.
The possibilities of February 14 are endless. And it doesn't have to be in a romantic way.



Here are some gift ideas for the lovely men in your life:


1. For the Whiskey lover:
  $59.95


2. For the Creative:
  $almost free


 DIY Project- how stinkin' cute is this
- DIY Project coming soon!

3. For the Watch lover:
  $44.99


4. For the Silly Boy:
  $22.95
 


5. For the Fun of it:
  $10.17

6. For the Fun Drinking Guy
  $14.63
 

7. For the Organized:
  $32.95