December 2011
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Wandering Pleats Curtain
Having a girl doesn’t have to mean pink domination. These ruffly curtains are sweet and girly and the perfect neutral for your nursery. The pink can come later.
$148 at Anthropologie | Buy
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Lion Booties
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Well, maybe just lions. Keep toes ferociously warm with these adorable hand knit lion booties by Blabla.
$27 at Rosenberry Rooms | Buy
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642 Things to Draw
Artists of any age will find inspiration in 642 Things to Draw. An idea book rather than a how-to book, this journal is full of fun drawing prompts - a sandwich, a rollercoaster, the sound of laughter, a toothbrush. Paired with a set of pencils, this makes a thoughtful gift.
$17 at Chronicle Books | Buy
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Splash Watch
Reminiscent of Swatch watches, the Splash Watch is an equally trendy timepiece teens and tweens will love. Made of 100% latex-free silicone, it’s stretchy, sporty, and water-resistant. It comes in 9 fabulous colors perfect for 80’s fashion statements.
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Heritage Scarf
‘Tis the season to dress warmly. She’ll love this soft cable knit scarf from Abercrombie Kids. The loopy style means she’ll be comfy and cozy and on trend.
$35 at Abercrombie Kids | Buy
(On Sale)
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iPod/iPhone Case by Stash
If his favorite color is plaid, this Stash case is perfect for protecting that iPod or iPhone. The vintage wool outer and waterproof canvas lining will keep it snug and cozy. And, for every case sold until December 24th, Stash will donate $7 to animal rescue. The gift that gives back is the best gift of all.
$35 at Mari Forssell | Buy
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The North Face Nuptse Boot
Named for the coldest side of the mountain, The North Face is pretty much synonymous with winter wear. These insulated boots will keep toes warm waiting for the bus or walking to school. And, they’re lightweight and comfy enough to feel like slippers, which makes getting out the door in the morning that much easier.
$50 at endless.com | Buy
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Blossoming Handwarmers
These fingerless gloves are hand knit with a pretty and feminine rose detail. Made of wool and fleece-lined, they’re perfect for cold winter days when she wants to keep her hands warm but her fingers free for texting in style.
$40 at Sundance Catalog | Buy
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14k Cursive Monogram Necklace
This delicate 14k gold necklace by Viv&Ingrid is a go with everything classic. The initial makes it a personalized gift that’s sure to become her favorite. As a bonus, she’s bound to think of you whenever she wears it.
$216 at Viv&Ingrid | Buy
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Coppelia Headbands
Give her options with this simple and classic set of four silky soft headbands. Not just for bad hair days, she can add some girlie flair to her ponytail for a graceful, sophisticated look.
$18 at Anthropologie | Buy
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Dean Silicone Watch
It’s time for a big boy watch. This chronograph is sporty and stylish with a comfortable silicone band. Perfect for every day, he’ll be hip and punctual (we can hope).
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Mini Pool Table
He has a pool table on his wish list, but space is limited. This mini version is small enough to fit in his room and comes with everything needed for hosting wee billiard tournaments.
$36 at fred flare | Buy
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Lego Darth Vader Alarm Clock
Your young Jedi can wake up to the power of the force with this Darth Vader alarm clock. Makes a perfect stocking stuffer for fans of Lego and Star Wars. He can even use his light saber to hit the snooze button.
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Christmas Tree Nightlight
Little ones can keep an eye out for Santa with a softly glowing nightlight. This Christmas tree is made of bone china - so, maybe keep it just out of reach.
$94 at Chasing Fireflies | Buy
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Emi-Jay Hair Ties
Give those ordinary pigtails a little something extra with these stylish hair ties by Emi-Jay. These stretchy ties are designed by two teens who also give a little something extra by supporting a number of charitable organizations. Now that’s the kind of stocking stuffer we like.
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Mistle Toes by Piggy Paint
She loves manis and pedis, you don’t love harsh, smelly chemicals. This gift set of Piggy Paint comes with a festive trio of “natural as mud” nail polish she’ll be thrilled to find in her stocking.
$25 at Piggy Paint | Buy
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Learning Resources Stethoscope
Easily tucked into a stocking, your aspiring doctor will be seeing patients in no time. Lab coat and tuition for medical school not included.
$12 at Hearth Song | Buy
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Jme Chocolate Coin
In lieu of a bag of chocolate coins, wow them with one big lucky penny. Made of Belgian milk chocolate and part of the Jme collection from chef Jamie Oliver, it’s sure to bring oodles of luck.
$8 at Williams-Sonoma | Buy
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The Klutz Book of Paper Airplanes
With 10 plane designs and 40 sheets of paper, this book of paper airplanes will be an instant hit. Endless fun for paper pilots of all ages. And, quieter than that harmonica you bought last year. Lesson learned.
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President Kid’s T-Shirts
Even toddlers can have presidential aspirations. Teach her to dream big from the start. Red Envelope’s collection of graphic t-shirts for kids showcases their talents and ambitions, while keeping it original and cute.
$30 at Red Envelope | Buy
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House Hunt!
Redirect that boundless energy with a scavenger hunt. Players search for items by color, shape, number, and letter. Picture clues help even the youngest of players join the fun. Shh…don’t tell them it’s educational.
$16 at For Small Hands | Buy
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Dinosaur Crewneck Sweater
He’ll be both warm and ferocious in this playful dinosaur print sweater. Perfect for stomping in the snow, roaring at rivals, etc.
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Spot It!
Bring back family game night. Spot the matching symbol between any 2 cards in this fast and fun game. Sound easy? You’ll need your A game to win. Spot It! contains 55 cards and 4 mini-games in a travel-sized tin, perfect for stockings.
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Everyday Design for Top Hat Snowball
Let it snow! Kids who live in a warm climate might find this faux snowball especially captivating. It crunches in your hands like the real thing, but it won’t melt in your pocket. Made of rubber and seeds by Everyday Design in Finland, where they are quite familiar with actual snow.
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