Oh, the woes of still having
gifts-to-give unchecked on your list halfway into December! When you really want to give thoughtful
gifts, but think time is trickling down, turn to some unwrap-worthy ideas from
this Santa’s list:
Customized Gifts, ordered
online and shipped with a little more speed
Coffee mug, customized with a
monogram, name, logo, or funny saying between you and the recipient • Set of monogrammed coasters • Cutting board with an
engraved initial • Custom throw pillow printed with your own
design • Barware glasses
with letter or wording etched in •
Custom phone case •
Personalized luggage tags •
Serving tray with family name or initials •
Personalized stationery •
Customized guest hand towels •
Framed print of a special photo or place •
Custom wall calendar with your own photos • Labels or stickers with a name or monogram • Monogrammed cosmetic
tote
Gift Options bought locally or
online
Glassware set • Ceramic or porcelain jars • Throw blanket • Clutch purse or wristlet • Decorative boxes • Set of chargers, placemats,
or napkins • Serving
platter, tray, or bowl •
Modern figurine or small statue •
Pretty tealight candle holders •
Throw pillows • Makeup
brush set • Cosmetic
travel bag • Decorative
salt and pepper shakers or sugar bowl and creamer • Ceramic cake stand • Dessert or appetizer plate set • Glass vase or bowl • Set of small hostess
knives/spreaders • Tea
kettle • Decorative
frames • Set of kitchen
or bath soaps • Cookie
cutter set • Set of
attractive notebooks or journals
You want the thought to count and
the gift to be well received. You don’t
have to think so big you break the budget; some simple, affordable pieces can
be under-the-tree favorites when the bows come off and the torn paper starts
piling up. The countdown is at 10 and
ticking down. So be swift, crafty, and
wrap it up, Santa!
DesignInMind column; appeared in the Valley Morning Star December 15th.
