'Tis the season

Question

It's about that time when I start thinking about holiday shopping! Do y'all have any recommendations for Christmas gifts for friends, family, significant others, etc? Any good gift guides this year?

Lady Pele · Answer

I typically make a spreadsheet with the person's name and their hobbies and special interests, plus anything they've specifically mentioned wanting.  Then I start searching for something that will make them happy.  I keep track of costs in the same spreadsheet.

For example:
Jamie, 4 yr old, likes dinosaurs, pikachu, the characters in the CARS cartoon, and any type of toy vehicle.
Melissa, 42, baking, her two chihuahuas, Kate Spade purses (on sale only), reading, owns her home.

Just taking the time to really think about each person and what interests them can help quite a bit.

Laura Scalone · Answer

I love buying gifts for other people. For the nieces and nephews, though, I feel like I have to maintain equality so I set a price limit per child and try to get equal numbers of gifts of equal quality and pertinence to their interests. I also make sure I'm not getting anything really cool because I think it's important that the best presents come from Mom and Dad.

Tatiana · Answer

I love using The Wirecutter for product recommendations!

Crystal Rhineberger · Answer

Well Hobby Lobby is my go to for interactive unique toys and well usually my first stop for bdays, holidays, not holidays... any gift

LEANNE TOBIAS · Answer

One suggestion; If you are looking for items with personality, Etsy is a good site because many independent artisans advertise there.

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