Personality-perfect presents purchased from home
Beauty & Life on a Budget, by Rachel Harris The holidays are upon us and the clock is ticking. If you haven’t finished your shopping, the images of long lines and crowds of people is just not that appealing so here is an idea – shop from home. With the internet and toll-free phone numbers, gift giving has never been easier. Plus all kinds of unique gifts that fit the person are readily available without ever leaving the comfort of your home. So, check out my column, and shop in your slippers with these ideas….
| Gifts for the Gal |
| The Eco-Friendly Gal Gift |
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Cargo Plant Love Botanical Lipstick ($20) www.beautyrose.com
(877) 337-6600
Lipstick that loves your lips and the environment. Cargo Plant Love Botanical Lipstick comes in a tube made out of corn and an outer carton that is made from flower seeds that can be planted. What a cool concept! Several of the colors were created by earth loving celebs that include Lindsay Lohan’s Sheer Pink Cream and Mariska Hargitay’s Sheer Warm Nude Cream, both pictured here. Cargo Plant offers 15 sheer and glossy lipstick shades and all are made from a botanical base with no mineral oils or petroleums. Beautyrose.com offers free shipping in the US and the site says that all orders are shipped within 24-48 hours. |
| The Overworked Woman Gift |
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Pajama Gram
Sweet Rose Flannel Pajamas - $59.95
www.pajamagram.com
1-800-GIVE-PJS
For the career girl who puts in long hours or the homemaker who works 24/7, every overworked woman deserves a little comfort and a lot of down time if they can get it.
Receiving the gift may be more fun than wearing it, because each pajama set comes in a cool keepsake organza hatbox packed with jammies, a personalized gift card, do not disturb sign and a lavender scented sachet at no extra cost. |
| This site also works for others on your list because it sells nightwear for men, kids and even matching family sets. A variety of styles and fabrics makes this a great option for a unique and personal gift. You will be tempted to throw in a set for yourself, because I did and I love my pajamas! |
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| The Fabulous Fixer |
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Tool Box
Pink Crafter’s Household Tool Box - $21.99
www.thebcmall.com
I am so envious of those women who can fix things without ever calling a man to come and rescue her! Plus she can still be feminine and chic with this pretty-in-pink tool kit. |
| Even better, if you buy from thebcmall.com, your cash contributes to the fight against breast cancer. The site stocks over 1300 cancer awareness items and the sale of this merchandise supports multiple cancer support organizations. Owned and operated by a breast cancer survivor named Maureen she and her husband, Bill call their site a dream come true. Give this gift and make a difference. |
| The Gift Bag Lover or Trendy Teen |
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The Gift Bag Boutique Orbit Tote
by Tepper Jackson - $49.95
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filled with:
- Orbit Business Card Holder - $11.95
- Neon Green Photo Frame CD Case - $14.95
- Green Tea Lip Gloss – Complimentary
- Silver Compact Mirror - Complimentary
Grand Total - $76.85
www.giftbagboutique.com
1-800-GIFT-BAG
Here is a cool idea – a gift bag website that invites you to choose from a variety of gift bags that include purses, totes, designer bags, clutches and more. Once a bag is selected, the fun continues with a wide variety of accessories to include inside the bag.
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For example, this Orbit Tote is perfect for my 17-year-old niece, and I selected a matching business card holder, a fun neon green CD case and funky crystal earrings that are just her style.
Plus, all their bags come with a free lip conditioner (my niece received the soothing Green Tea Lip Gloss), compact mirror, gift card and purse shaped shipping bag.
This was truly a gift that was fun to receive and fun to give! Be aware however, the accessories can add up but the site does have frequent sales. |
| The Glowing Grandma Gift |
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“World’s Best Grandma” Quilted Throw - $59.98
www.lillianvernon.com
1-800-901-9402
Just mentioning her grandchildren’s names make every grandma glow. This handmade 100% cotton quilted throw embroided with her grandkids’ names is a great gift idea. She will love snuggling up under her the names of her grandchildren that grace this nicely plumped throw. |
| It is embroidered with appliquéd motifs and a solid taupe back. Plus personalization is free. I have given this quilt to both my mother-in-law and my husband’s grandmother and it is always a big hit. |
You can learn more about these items and a few others that I didn’t show here on my next segment on Your Life A to Z airing Tuesday, November 27th — just in time for that last holiday shopping spree. Happy surfing, happy shopping and happy holidays!
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