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The Season of Giving

Gifts that Dazzle!

By Courtney Daly-Pavone November 19, 2018

Do you find yourself doing your holiday shopping in all the wrong places? A trip to buy toothpaste at CVS might turn into a misguided Christmas shopping spree. Blame it on the holiday tunes that were playing when you were trying to concentrate on toiletries. You might wake up the next morning asking yourself what have I done with all the regrets of a night of Tequila. I've been there, and there is hope.  I found some fantastic gifts that are out of the box, but thoughtful, and innovative, best of all they won't break the bank, and I guarantee they won't be returned! 

Photo Gifts Straight from the Heart

CanvasPop Photo Pillow- This photo pillow is a family favorite, we actually fight over it.  It's cushy, stunning, and who wouldn't love a pillow with their mug on it? Great gift for family and friends, you'll never hear them say, "Oh you shouldn't have!" For more great ideas visit: https://www.canvaspop.com/

CanvasPop Photo Collage Are you tired of searching for frames for all of your favorite photos? To get a professional gallery look, Canvas Pop will create a stunning photo collage for you.  Just go to their website, pick your frame, and upload your favorite picks.  This collage is now the centerpiece of our living room. To create your own masterpiece visit: https://www.canvaspop.com/products/photo-collages/

Stocking Stuffers

mpix Holiday Ornaments- Personalize your tree with holiday ornaments, or give a great photo ornament to friends and family.  The best part about this gift, you get to enjoy this present year after year! Visit: https://www.mpix.com/products/funstuff/ornaments

You had me a machine washable area rug!  

 I've always been a practical gift giver which is why I fell in love with this Washable Rug  by Lorena Canals in Water Alaska Blue. This exquisite rug is a calming cobalt blue, plush, and easy to clean.  The mixture of different sewing techniques provides these designs of several textures and thicknesses, featuring stripes and fringes on a canvas simulating the sky, clouds and the early air. If you have kids and pets, you'll love that a spill on the rug won't be its demise. Worry free and chic! 

For more information visit: https://lorenacanals.us/en/washable-rugs/washable-rug-air-alaska-blue-large.html

Isabelle Grace Jewelry

Kyanite Blue Cuff by Isabelle Grace Jewelry-99% of women love jewelry, you can't go wrong! This cuff is made with a natural Kyanite stone accented in gold.   A fantastic piece! Visit: https://www.isabellegracejewelry.com/collections/bracelets/products/kyanite-gold-cuff?variant=48130152531 

Turn Your Kids Artwork into a Stunning Coffee Table Book!

Artkive Books- Some kids have soccer trophies and black belts, my kid has his own coffee table book! Great gift for parents and grandparents. You send Artkive your kids artwork, and they compile it into a one of a kind coffee table book.  Put your kids coffee table book next to Picasso and Monet! Visit: https://www.artkiveapp.com/#box

With a Dry Erase Calendar from Mpix, you can personalize your calendar with your memorable photos. Professionally printed on dry erase material with a light adhesive for easy placement on flat surfaces. Visit: https://www.mpix.com/products/calendars/dryerasecalendar


mpix Mini Accordion Photo Books are just 2.5x3.5" perfect for fitting in your pocket and sharing with others.  They make a great brag book, or keepsake! Visit: https://www.mpix.com/products/calendars/accordionmini/photo/great-times


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