Gift Ideas for $50 or Under: Part II

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David Bowie - Starman

I wanted to show pictures of my not-so-conventional Christmas tree today, but I haven't had the time to take photos yet. Saturday, I spent my birthday in Disneyland with friends and Sunday I celebrated with my family. Besides that I have also been busy making ornaments and coming up with designs for the UGG Australia: Design for a Cause contest. Please join if you can, it is such a great opportunity! You can find information here.

Maybe tomorrow I will post pictures of my tree and ornaments, but until then here is a list of items that would make excellent presents and are under $50 :


1. Aurous Emblem Journal, $28
2. Sweet Briar Notebooks, $12.50
3. Lipstick Queen Discovery Kit, $48
4. Loccitane Shea Butter Hand Cream (1 oz), $10
5. Heritage 1981 Geometric Scarf, $8.90
6. Bodum French Press Coffeemaker, $29.95
7. Multicolor Stacking Mugs/Espresso Cups, $12.99

Notebooks with great cover designs are such an awesome gift. Every year I buy a notebook and keep all my ideas, drawings, and important information in it; it is a little old fashioned but I like it that way. The Loccitane Shea Butter Hand Cream is one of my favorite lotions... it smells good and keeps my hands moisturized! You can buy a set of three (in different scents) and it would make a perfect gift! I already listed a scarf before and I did it again because I love scarves; they turn a t-shirt and jean outfit into a little something more. I have always wanted to try using a french press because it looks so awesome. This could be a great gift by itself or when paired with coffee from somewhere like Intelligentsia Coffee (fair trade coffee) or with those mugs from World Market.

Also, if you have a minute to spare and because this is the season for giving, please take the World Food Programme quiz here. It is only 4-5 questions and by doing so Monsanto will feed a child in Africa. Seriously, no tricks and it will only take a few minutes..and then kabam! a kid will be fed eventually!

Comments

  1. kDecember 13, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    i looove these ideas yo!

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  2. kDecember 13, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    p.s. putting it in my guide to gift guides!

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  3. Lottie xDecember 13, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Great ideas! I have written a British version of your gift guide, I have 3 sections, under five pounds, five to fifty and the 12 gifts of Christmas. Take a look and follow me at www.lotties-loves.blogspot.com

    Love, Lottie xxx

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  4. KatiaDecember 13, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    I love that journal! Cute blog :)

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  5. AnonymousDecember 14, 2011 at 10:22 AM

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  6. EricaDecember 15, 2011 at 1:51 AM

    I saw beautiful journals in TJ Maxx today for less than $10. I have so many at home already but I almost couldnt resist the urge to buy them!

    STYLE. SAVVY. CHIC.
    http://stylesavvychic.blogspot.com

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  7. Miss MollyDecember 15, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    some really great ideas here! great post

    http://missmollyfashions.blogspot.com/

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  8. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Love the color of that French Press! So cheerful for a morning cup o' joe! Cheers!

    Caitlin
    www.my-grandmothers-gucci.blogspot.com

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  9. Allison YoungDecember 15, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    @ Erica: I love TjMaxx and Marshalls! I always go straight to the home/stationary goods.

    @ Krystal: Even though I already thanked you on your blog. Thanks, again!!

    @ Everybody: Thank you for the lovely comments! :)

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  10. kelly @ paper doll theoryDecember 15, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    happy belated birthday! so awesome that you got to spend it at disney land :) and loving your picks! finding good gifts that are also affordable can be such a challenge!

    love kelly

    www.paperdolltheory.com

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  11. Brandy FrankJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:05 PM

    LOVE all the colors!! xoxo B

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