Foogo Sippy Cup

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Price: $14.95

For: Kids

 
Love the design of this thermo cup for kids. Here you can keep the chocolate milk warm or the fresh apple juice chilled and best of all, it's spill-proof. Available at  Baby-Wise.

Porcini Charm

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Price: $33.33

Promocode: MB2222 (for 15% off)

For: Her
Interest: Accessories

 
Charming little porcini for your bracelet. I love this whole series of food charms: candy cane and more.... Available at Mblife.com.

Presto

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Price: $149

For: Him, Her
Interest: Gadgets

 
This is the most genius thing I've seen lately. Want to send messages to your friends and family who are not online 24/7? Simply send them this: printer + email receiver all in one. This machine takes on a Presto email account and you just have to email Grandma your digital photos and messages and she will receive them like a fax. Available at  Presto.com.

Get Going

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Price: $15

For: Him, Her
Interest: Gadgets, Wellness
 
Need to walk off all the holiday meals? Here's a great way to track your progress, plus, you will get the special bonus cd with music, posture tips and work out routines from fitness instructor Debbie Rocker. Just download onto your ipod, clip on the pedometer and go! Available at  Gaiam.com.

You're Invited!

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Price: $2/each (minimum order of 20)

For: Him, Her
Interest: Stationery

 

Lately I've been a little bit more picky with selections. Having bought close to 100 presents I'm really holidayed out! Finally found something worth sharing: really cute invitations with animated, happy faces. Available at  BumbleInk.Com.

Chocolate Yoga Bag

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Price: $150

For: Him, Her
Interest: Accessories, Yoga

Head to your most relaxing and centering yoga class with this hold-all (water, mat, towel, keys, wallet...) bag. Available at LoftParty.com.

Palm Size Helicopter

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Men have such a fascination with remote controlled flying objects. Here's one that's affordable and cool: a palm size helicopter. Get a couple for a fun post-BBQ flying contest. Available at Think-Geek.com.

Price: $29.99 For: Him Interest: Gadgets Buy Now

Fabric Travel Notebook

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Price: $15

For: Her

Interest: Stationery 

Love everything at this store. Here's a selection of silk stationery products. Tote it in your travel bag this holiday for quick ideas and inspirations. Available at Paper-Source.com.

Baby Bathing Set

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Price: $50

For: Baby
 
Here's a baby bathing gift set that looks good and is good for the baby. It's hypoallergenic and the fragrances are made of completely natural essential oils.  Available at Sparkibility.net.

Butterfly Knot Earrings

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Price: $280 (original: $400)

For: Her
Interest: Accessories
 
The perfect gift always comes with the perfect bow. Here's a pair that can add sparkle to your holiday outfit. Available at  Mblife.com.

The Little Pink Box of Gift Cards

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Price: $25

For: Her
Interest: Stationery
 
Just received a box of these colorful gift cards. There are 32 different day to day gift messages: merry christmas, thank you, get well soon, and some don't even have text, just a cute drawing of flowers, a wedding couple, red doors - so you can fill in the blank.  It's a great life saver to tag your last minute gifts with a thoughtful message. Available at LuluandMerie.com.

Winter Forest Lotion Set

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Price: $29.50

For: Him, Her

Interest: Accessories

 

I can't stop by the shopping mall without dropping into Williams-Sonoma. There are so many goodies in there right now. Hand-wash and lotion are some of the most versatile gifts to give. Here's a scent that celebrates the season: winter forest (smells just like a fresh christmas tree!). Available at Williamssonoma.com.

Here's a little poem

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Price: $14.95

For: Kids (5 and older)

 

Just saw this at Pottery Barn Kids tonight and started flipping through it. The drawings are most adorable: kids with all sorts of true expressions. Filled with a bright pastel color palette, it is a joy to the eye. Topped with sweet, simple poetry, this book makes a great start for children to understand the subtle meanings and smiles behind poetry.  Available at Amazon.com.

Icecream Bowls

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Price: $30 (set of four)

For: Her, Him

Interest: Accessories, Food

 

Almonds + brownies + candies + bananas + ice cream = sweet dreams. Savor your bowl of favorite sorbet or ice cream in these yummy stoneware bowls.  Available at Rosannainc.com.

Chic Charger

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Price: $9.95

For: Her, Him

Interest: Accessories

 

All the electronic gadgets and their chargers can get overwhelmingly messy. Here's a great solution to charge in style. Available at Mxyplyzyk.com.

Gift Box

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Price: $0.85 for 2" box minimum order 24 (featured: ivory linen)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Love the perfect gift box. Here's one from Italy that fits your little piece of treasure. Add a satin dotted custom ribbon. Available at Beau-Coup.com.

Penguin Charm

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Price: $53.33

Promocode: MB2222 (for 15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

A platinum plated penguin charm, how cute! March through the frosty days of winter with this adorable addition to your bracelet. Available at  Mblife.com.

Gigantic Turnip

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Price: $9.99

For: Kids

 

Here's an award winning children's book about the traditional Russian folk tale of an elderly couple who plant a garden and grow a gigantic turnip that is impossible to uproot. It's a great way to teach kids about planting, gardening and the magical nature of food. Available at  Amazon.com.

Berry Crunch

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Price: $24.99

For: Him, Her

Interests: Food

 

Too much sugar for the holiday season? It's always good to pack in some healthy alternatives. Instead of a tin of popcorn, here's a great mix of granola berry crunch with pineapples, raisins, cranberries, papaya and more. Available at  WinsconsinCheeseMan.com

Sex and the City

Buy Now Price: $154.99 For: Him, Her Interests: Movies, TV Did you know that the Sex and the City movie is coming out in May 2008? See the trailer below. For a little reminiscencing right now, get the complete dvd set. Available at Amazon.com.

Baby Travel Set

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Price: $25

For: Kids

 

Heading out to the park? A three star restaurant? A shopping trip? Let your baby dine with you in style. Available at Delight.com.

Rocking Horse

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Price: $69

For: Kids

 

Wonderfully old fashion. This rocking horse makes for a perfect little spot for any young child. Available at LandofNod.com.

Petit Four Lip Gloss

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Price: $18

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Double up on the fun factor: Lip gloss in the form of chocolate, strawberry and raspberry cream tarts. Available at FredFlare.com.

Ginger Scrub

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Price: $30

Promocode: P1207 (for free shipping)

For: Her

Interest: Health & Beauty

 

Origins makes some of the most decadent body scrubs. This jar is filled with ginger zest, sea salts, macadamia oil and more leaving your skin soft and moisturized. Available at Origins.com.

Fresh Water Pearls

Fresh water pearls with a pink patina. There is something about the glossy, shiny and almost voluptuous nature of pearls that make them an organic, breathing gem. Available at Mblife.com. What's your favorite pearl accessory? Email me or leave a comment.

Price: $66.67

Promocode: MB2222 (for 15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories Buy Now

Copper Mailbox

Buy Now Price: $139 Promocode: WEBP157 (for 10% off) For: Him, Her Interest: Home An old-fashion invention that looks so charming today. Made of copper. Available at SmithandHawken.com.

Little Green Dress

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Price: $88

Promocode: SHHH (20% off $175 purchase)

For: Kids

 

Just saw this in the store the other night. It's the cutest little green dress with two shiny buckle details. Available at Jcrew.com.

Candy Ornaments

Buy Now Price: $30 Promocode: JCWISHES (for free shipping with $100 purchase) For: Him, Her Interest: Home, Decorating Collecting a couple of new ornaments each year will help you build a memorable, diverse and colorful collection. Here are a couple of candy charms: pink peppermint, purple taffy and a green drop. Available at JuicyCouture.com.

Bite-Size Messages

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Price: $34.99

Promocode: GECM (15% off)

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food

 

A great way to say hello, thank you, I miss you, I'm thinking of you. With over 60 bite-sized cookies and brownies, this basket will for sure send your message clearly. Available at Mrsfields.com.

Inline Vases

Shop Mini Gifts! These are gifts that I would add as stocking stuffers and morsels of fun in goodie bags. Pick a theme - whether it be green leaves, purple lilacs or even colored pencils - line them up organically in these hand blown vases and you will have a clean, casual display that's both beautiful and easy to put together. Available at cb2.com.

Price: $9.95

For: Him, Her

Interest: Home, Decorating

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Country Cooking of France

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Price: $31.50

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food

 

Regardless of cuisine, the rustic country versions are the best tasting. They use fresh ingredients from local markets and techniques passed down through generations celebrating the fabric of culture and life. Available at Amazon.com.

Candied Chestnuts

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Price: $45 (box of eight)

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food

 

Candied chestnuts are so divine, just one will tantalize your taste buds. These are grown from the Var region of France. Available at PierreMarcolini-na.com.

Snow Lantern

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Price: $29 (small 5" wide and 12" high)

For: Him, Her

Interest: Home

 

A winter guiding light perfect for any outdoor pathway. Available at Potterybarn.com.

All Spice

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Price: $100 (for 21 tubes)

For: Him, Her

Interest: Food

 

An impressive array of aromatics and spices for the well-travelled chef. Selection includes: Whole Allspice, Basil, Cayenne Pepper, Stick Cinnamon and more. Available at DeanDeluca.com.

Petit Appetit

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Price: $12.21

For: Baby,

Interest: Food

 

Baby food in a jar takes on a whole new life if you make it yourself. Without any preservatives, the all natural ingredients teach kids what food really tastes like. This book features a lot of interesting and simple flavors paying attention to food allergies and what babies can eat at different stages.  Available at Amazon.com.

Riedel Cabarnet Tumblers

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Price: $39.84

For: Her, Him

Interest: Food, Wine

 

Wine glasses can sometimes be too formal or old school. Stemless versions are the perfect touch to a casual dinner. Available at Surlatable.com.

Happy Tortoise

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Price: $32.68

Promocode: MB2222 (for 15% off)

For: Her

Interest: Accessories

 

Underwater creatures never looked so cute and charming before. With a shimmery finish of platinum, this is one happy tortoise.  Plus, they have a promotion for 1 bracelet + 1 charm: $129. Available at Mblife.com.

Onion Goggles

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Price: $20 (in black or white

For: Her, Him

Interest: Accessories, Food

 

Genius and hilarious. For all you fellow foodies out there, you know how your eyes water every time you make that delish onion soup. Here's a simple fix: goggles to fend off the tear inducing onioness. Available at Violet.com.