2012 Holiday Gift Guide Part 2 + $50.00 Target Gift Card Giveaway

2012 Holiday Gift GuideIt’s the final stretch.  Only 10 more days until Christmas.  Who’s ready?

If you still have last minute shopping and parties to attend, I have a list of more of my holiday gift picks to share.  I have partenered with Apartment Guide to feature my 2012 Holiday Gift Guide.  Apartment Guide also provides a list of the 10 best housewarming gifts to ensure you are always on the party invite list.  Whether you’re living, looking or moving, Apartment Guide offers tips on how to decorate and host a holiday party to make your guests feel at home on the Apartment Guide blog.

My picks for this list are all great gifts and hostess gifts under $20.00!   I always love to stretch a dollar.  Here are some great gifts that won’t break the bank!

 

 

a.Bodum Double-Wall Travel French Press
Under $20
Take your freshly brewed french pressed coffee on the go.  Perfect for the coffee lover on your list.  Just add your favorite coffee grounds, fill with water and plunge.

b.OXO Pop Cookie Jar, 3-Quart
Under $17
This makes a practical hostess gift.  Instead of filling homemade cookies in a holiday tin or disposable bag, place them in this container tied with a ribbon.

c. Dibon Cava Brut Reserve
Under $15
This crisp and refreshing bubbly was recently recommended to me by my dentist who just happens to be a sommelier.  If you are looking to bring a bottle of wine to a holiday party or even to ring in the New Year this inexpensive brut is an excellent choice.

d. Tovolo Pancake Pen
Under $8
If you are staying with family or friends over the holidays bring the gift of breakfast with this pancake pen.  Place in a cute gift basket with pancake mix, pure maple syrup and some fresh oranges.

e. CucinaPro 270-01 Stovetop Espresso Machine, 1-Cup
Under $15
For the person on your holiday list that loves their morning jolt of espresso, give the gift of this stovetop espresso maker.  Add a bag of espresso beans to complete the gift.

f. Gingerbread Recipe Kitchen Towels
Under $5
Instead of wrapping presents with paper, for the perfect size gift use a kitchen towel like this Gingerbread Recipe Kitchen Towel.

g. Ergonomic Salad Hands
Under $15
Bringing a salad to a holiday party?  After the salad is tossed and served, leave these adorable salad hands for the hostess.  Perfect to use for salads or pasta.

h. Prodyne Fruit Infusion 93-Ounce Natural Fruit Flavor Pitcher
Under $18
Make natural flavored water with this infusion pitcher.  I own this pitcher and love it.  Gift the pitcher alone or if you are bringing this as a hostess gift, fill it with fresh fruit and crisp water ahead of time so everyone can enjoy a refreshing drink at the party.

i.Organize Now! A Week by Week Guide to Simplify Your Space and Life
Under $11
How many people do you know that are trying to get organized, especially after the holidays.  I am reading this book now and it is filled with amazing tips and ideas to help simplify your life.  It is a great gift for anyone on your holiday list that is trying to become more organized.  Gift this book in a basket with organizing labels (you can find a ton of printable labels online), a sharpie and either a memo board or dry erase board.

j. Hamilton Beach 51101R Single-Serve Blender with Travel Lid, Red
Under $20
For the person on your holiday list that loves smoothies, give the gift of a travel smoothie maker.  Just make and go for fresh smoothies everyday.

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More holiday ideas!
· How to Host a Holiday Dinner for Eight People Under $50
· How to Host a Holiday Cocktail Party

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64 Comments

  1. I usually give something homemade for them to eat or I will give a large mixing bowl and a spoon and apron and a favorite recipe.

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  6. I make homemade cookies/pastries and would love give them on decorative holiday plates for the receiver to re-use.

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  12. I like to give something the hosts can use after the party for themselves, like a nice breakfast bread or a batch of muffins.

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  17. It says I need to leave a comment. Does this count?

    Oh, and I, too, prefer to make things to give as gifts. Buying has become too impersonal for me.

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  49. It depends on the person, I like doing gift baskets themed for them-whether its cooking, or pets, or a mix of their favorite drink, some unique glasses and even CD’s or DVDs. I have so much fun building them-I could go on & on lol.

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