Cable-Knit Hobo

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Price: $24.50

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

A cozy cable-knit fashioned as a wintery pouch. With a simple toggle clasp, it's the perfect ski-cabin accessory. Available at  OldNavy.com.

Tangerine Jewelry Case

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Price: $52.29

Promocode: MB2222 (15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Everyone needs a place to store their charms in neat, luxurious compartments. Here's a great solution and for under $100, your bells and whistles will have a very nice home. Available at Mblife.com.

Pearl Tray

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Price: $48 (small 15" x 6.5") + Free Shipping!

For: Her

Interest: Decorating, Home

 

A simple little hostess gift. The polished nickel is classic but the pearl trim is unique and down to earth adding an elegance to delectable hors d'oeuvres. Available at Williamssonomahome.com.

Street Racer Jacket

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Price: $64

For: Him, Her

Interest: Pets

 

Outdoor running has never been so chic for your canine. These jackets come in a bunch of stylish stripes and colors (orange, green, yellow, pink). Waterproof & wind resistant nylon shell with a fleece lining, belly panel and neck straps for easy fitting. Available at Tanner&Dash.com.

Walnut Magazine Table

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Price: $159

For: Him, Her

Interest: Decorating, Home

 

Finally someone put 2 and 2 together. A sleek side table with an attached magazine rack. Available at Room&Board.com.

Enamel floral bangle

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Price: $42

Promocode: brholiday (20% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Stopped by the store last night and noticed these enamel bangles. They look brilliantly colored with small crystal details. Most of all, they come with a magnet clasp (yup - no tiny buckles or tricky contraptions), just a simple snap. Av ailable at Bananarepublic.com.

Nectarine Blossom & Honey Bar Soap

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Price: $50 (set of 3)

Promocode: BODYCREME2007 (for Complimentary 15ml Blossom creme + Free shipping)

For: Her, Him

Interest: Beauty

 

JoMalone doesn't really have special offers throughout the year. So this might be a really good time to pick up a few bathing goodies. Available at JoMalone.com.

Clown Fish

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Price: $392.16

Promocode: MB2222 (15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

The sparkly version of Finding Nemo. Who wouldn't be smiling with this on? This 18 carat white gold pendant is studded with 56 diamonds. Available at Mblife.com.

Fabric Journals

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Price: $21.99 each

For: Him, Her

Interest: Stationary

 

Jot your thoughts down in these hard-cover bound journals wrapped in custom printed fabrics with 150 blank sheets of high quality wood free paper. Colorful fabrics give everyday goods a whole new twist, this one might just get your creative juices going. Av ailable at Elum.com.

BluBird

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Price: $16 (Box of 6)

For: Him, Her

Interest: Stationary

 

Say thank you like you mean it. Box comes with a contrasting woodgrain pattern envelope. Available at Eggpress.com.

Twig Crayons

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Price: $150

For: Him, Her

Interest: Stationary

 

Organic creativity in a white birch bucket. Unleash your ideas with 60 natural wood crayons. Available at Vivre.com.

Soccer Ball

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Price: $185

For: Him, Her

Interest: Sports

 

Ever met a soccer fan? They are pretty serious addicts, people who would really appreciate this hand stitched, FIFA tournament quality soccer ball. Available at Vivre.com.

Blossom Clover Baby Bib

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Price: $37 (2 bibs and 1 burp cloth)

For: Baby

Interest: Accessories

 

It's difficult to find one-of-a-kind baby stuff. This print is definitely on the list of unique fabrics. Available at PeekKeep.com.

Floral Coin Purse

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Price: $20

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Everyone needs a pop of color (made of canvas) in their handbags or simply for a quick run to the grocery store. Print inspired by Swedish textiles. Available at PeekKeep.com.

Bug Charms

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Price: $125

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Love these colorful and charming bumble bees and lady bugs. The vibrant enamel adds personality to the gold plated creatures. Available at Jcrew.com.

Campfire Candle Holder

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Price: $20

For: Her, Him

Interest: Accessories, Decorating, Gadgets

 

As the days get cooler, don't you wish you can have your own campfire? Well, here's a miniature version :) Available at Fredflare.com.

Wine Journal

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Price: $58 ($63 with monogram)

For: Her, Him

Interest: Accessories, Food, Wine

 

Need the perfect place to store some of your memories from prized bottles? Here's a solution made of leather (in metalic bronze or chocolate). Jot down the vintage, origin, price, source, occasion, meal and tastes. Av ailable at RedEnvelope.com.

Zip Around Wallet

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Price: $465

For: Her

Interest: Accessories, Travel

 

Definitely not just any travel wallet. This one comes with a separate passport cover. Made of supple Adamo leather, this little green gem has long pockets for travel documents and more. Available at Smythson.com.

Birch Vase

Buy Now Price: $8 (small) For: Her, Him Interest: Accessories, Decorating Organic things looks so much better in natural vases (in this case, it's real birch wood). Available at Potterybarn.com.

Toasty Slippers

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Price: $100

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Australia's Ugg brand makes some of the coziest, comfiest, toastiest goodies. Here's another in-home addition. Available at Athleta.com.

Butterfly Bracelet

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Price: $156.86

Promocode: MB2222 (for 15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

One of my favorite bracelets. The design is so simple and with the platinum plated silver, it looks divine. Available at Mblife.com.

The Art of Simple Food

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Price: $20.00

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food

This is one of those modern day traditional cooking books. Simple techniques, back to the basics approach on fresh seasonal produce by Alice Waters, owner of Chez Panisse in Berkeley. Available at Amazon.com.

March of the Penguin

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Price: Sale $74.99 (Regular Price $150)

For: Kids

Interest: Travel, Accessories

 

Love this Samsonite creation. It's so cute and at 18" any 4 or 5 year old traveller will have a chic carry on.  Available at Macys.com.

Star Socks

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Promocode: JCGIFTS (for free shipping)

Price: $36 for a set of 3

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

I got a couple of these for Christmas gifts, the packaging is really cute with the clear wrapping around the 3 pairs of fun, sporty knee-length socks. Available at JuicyCouture.com.

Silver Chandelier Earrings

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Price: $39.22

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Silver chandelier earrings are the perfect casual match for any everyday outfit. I have a pair of these - they are easy to wear with a simple stud back. Available at Mblife.com.

Jamie at Home

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Price: $25

For: Him, Her

Interest: Foodie, Chef

 

Hands down my all time favorite chef. His love of food and respect for the true personality of ingredients makes everything seem so delicious. This is perhaps one of his best ever made series, focusing on growing the ingredients (chillis, potatoes, carrots, onions) directly from his farm. This dvd is only available at Amazon UK (they ship world-wide) - so make sure your dvd player or computer is compatible for viewing. Available at Amazon.com.uk.

Simple, Flavorful Tea

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Having met a couple of tea connoisseurs - I've come to realize how important tea can be in everyday routines. I kick start every morning with green tea. Just found this brand of staple free, flavor-filled tea bags. This particular one, Osmanthus, has a floral, summer peach after taste. Available at Adagio.com.

Price: $8 for 15 tea bags

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food, Tea Buy Now

Fun Fish Bowl

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Price: $20

For: Him, Her

Interest: Office, Gadgets

 

Spruce up any office cube with this retro-comedic fishbowl!  It comes with the plastic fish but designed for any fresh addition as well. Available at WishingFish.com.

Egg Salt Container

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Price: $17

For: Him, Her, Kids

Interest: Home, Cooking

 

It's the salt container that puts a smile in my kitchen. Just the cutest, most perfect egg shape in a light easter egg blue. Available at BlissHome.com.

Christmas Cupcake

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Price: $9.95

For: Him, Her, Kids

Interest: Home, Decorating

 

Every year, I search for a few new ornaments for the tree. Last year, I was strolling down Maiden Lane in San Francisco and dropped into the very charming Sur La Table and discovered these sweet Christmas ornaments at a very good price.  Available at SurLaTable.com.

Life's a bowl of cherries

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Price: $58.82

For: Her

Interest: Jewelry, Accessories

 

Life's a bowl of cherries, or maybe just a sweet pair of platinum plated silver ones. Available at Mblife.com.

Nectarine Blossom Candle

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Price: $65

For: Her

Interest: Fragrance, Beauty 

 

Normally I would never spend or even think about spending $65 on fragrance. Most of the the stuff out there is simply not worth it. But JoMalone really steps it up another level. They make the most floral, sweet flavors without that acidic, acoholic kick. Available at JoMalone.com.

Watercolor Book Plates

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Price: $25 for a set of 15

For: Him or Her

Interest: Bookworm, Stationary

 

These water color illustrations are really adorable and unique. A set for some of your book loving friends - would definitely be appreciated. Available at FelixDoolittle.com.

Dashing Diaries

Buy Now Price: $28 For: Him or Her Interests: Writing, Stationary, Organization I got these in all the fruity (pink, green, yello, orange) colors. The quality of the leather is high - and the shades really pop, perfect for anyone who loves the classical way of writing (non-digitally!). Checkout the Jcrew Holiday Gift Guide - very cute and they have an under $75 category. Available at Jcrew.com.

Culture Log

Price: $17.99 For: Him or Her Interests: Dining, Entertaining, Movies Need a fun and simple way to keep track of the restaurants. Knock Knock makes some of the most quirky and thoughful stationary goods. A quick and simple solution of all your cultural events. Available at KnockKnock.biz.

Earphone Charms, with an emotion ;)

Price: $12 for set of 3 For: Him or Her Interest: Gadgets

How are cute are these? Who knew you could brighten up a pair of white ipod earphones with something colorful and smilie? Available at fredflare.com.

Sagittarius Pendant

Price: $78.43 For: Her Interest: Fashion, Accessories Shopping for a November - December birthday/christmas gift? How about a Sagittarius pendant. Made of Platinum Plated Silver for extra sparkles. Available at Mblife.com

The best things in life are right in front of you

Price: $19.00 For: Him or Her Interest: Professional, Office Stationary There are so many things in life that we take for granted. But really, the most important treasures are people and things right in front of us, all the time. Great little Christmas gift. Available at Potterybarn.com.