Featured Buyer: Jennifer Keever of Kaboodle.com Celebrates the Holidays, Etsy Style

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Story by jaboodle

Published on Dec 10, 2008 in Shop

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This week’s Featured Buyer is Jennifer Keever, editor at Kaboodle.com, the largest online social shopping network, where people discover, recommend and share products. Kaboodle enables you to save your favorite stuff from anywhere on the web in your very own shopping lists — all with a simple click of the Kaboodle button. If you’re like Jennifer and most of the Kaboodle community, you’re discovering great gift ideas on Etsy every day! With Kaboodle, you can save everything you love on Etsy to your Kaboodle shopping lists and share with your friends. How cool is that?

I get a kick out of dressing up for ugly Christmas sweater parties. I relish the sipping of warm eggnog without worrying about my caloric intake. And I love decorating the 6-ft. tree in my parents’ living room. But my favorite part about the holidays is the moment my friends and family recognize the gift I just handed them peeking from beneath the wrapping paper.

A lot of people look at giving gifts as a chore — long lines at the mall, the fear that you’re going to blow your budget (again), and the feeling of being completely clueless about what to get people. Fortunately sites like Kaboodle and Etsy alleviate all three concerns.

With budget on the mind, and lots of people to shop for, I present the Etsy Holiday Gift Guide, courtesy of the nearly 1 million active members in the Kaboodle community. These picks represent the most talked-about and most-cherished items among Kaboodlers, peppered with a few of my own personal favorites and a couple for good holiday fare!

For the Camera-Obsessed:

Mini Camera Necklace by Kaylah7
A lot of my friends are obsessed with taking photos, and this mini camera charm necklace is the perfect gift for these camera-happy friends of mine! Kaylah7’s line, The Dainty Squid, is mostly comprised of incredibly adorable handmade zipper pouches, which also make great gift ideas.
 

For the New Homeowner:

Crystal Chandelier Vinyl Wall Decal by singlestonestudios
Wall decals are some of the most popular home décor items added by the Kaboodle community. Single Stone Studios has everything from the elegant to the eccentric. This chandelier decal is stunning and makes a great gift for a friend who recently moved into a new apartment or home, and who also happens to appreciate nuanced décor.
 Find more wall decals in the Housewares Category.

For the Fashionista:

SIMONE Peacock Feather Headband by FeatherBrain
We flocked to these feather headbands, made by FeatherBrain, the moment we saw them! This was the most popular Etsy item on Kaboodle, and for good reason. These gorgeous headbands add just the right amount of drama to any ensemble. Plus, they make great gifts for your fashion-conscious cohorts who’ve seen feathers splashed across the pages of the latest issues of popular fashion mags.

Find more peacockerie in hair accessories on Etsy.

For Some Laughs:

2 Mustache Pint Glasses by BreadandBadger
We here at Kaboodle fancy the ‘stache. That’s right. There’s something about the Tom Selleck and the Burt Reynolds mustache we just can’t get enough of. Amanda at Bread and Badger sandblasts mustaches on pint glasses at just the right spot, so that every time you take a sip, voila! You, too, are sporting the ‘stache. This is a fun holiday gift for your beer-loving and/or mustache-loving friends.
 Find more faux moustaches.

For the Coworkers:

Card Set – The Office – Jello Stapler by SureAsBlue
In years past, I purchased holiday cards for each of my coworkers along with a couple of chocolates. It’s not much, but I know it’s appreciated. The Office Jello Stapler card set, by SureAsBlue, pays homage to a classic scene in this hilarious show and is a fun alternative to your run-of-the-mill holiday card. The inside is blank for you to write what you wish!

Find more blank cards.
 

For the Jewelry Lover:

Winter’s Flower Necklace by MiaBeads
Mia of MiaBeads is one of my favorite jewelers on Etsy. Most of her intricate pieces are made of antiquated brass, Swarovski crystals, and freshwater pearls. The Winter’s Flower necklace is an especially fitting holiday gift for the lover of all-things feminine and classic!
 

For the One You Love to Death:

Zombies Love Brains Dinner Plate by foldedpigs
Sometimes saying “I love you” isn’t enough. This plate, created by Meredith Host (aka foldedpigs) is a huge hit among Kaboodlers. It can be ordered as a single plate, in a set of four, or paired with matching mugs and bowls. Perhaps after opening, you can serve liver with some fava beans on it, along with a nice chianti.

Find more handmade plates on Etsy.
 

For the Hungry:

Let Them Eat Cake Screen Print Poster in Bubblegum Pink by BluLima
French history buffs, fans of Sophia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette, or simply lovers of moist decadent cake with sugary frosting will appreciate this poster! Several Kaboodlers commented on this hand-silkscreened print, many of whom have it hanging in their bedrooms and dining rooms.
 

For the Aspiring Artist:

Recycled BINGO Game Sketchbook Journal by somavenus

Sure, teens like to doodle. But who knows? Your little cousin could be the next Georgia O’Keefe or Jackson Pollack! Do your part to support their artistic endeavors by giving them a unique sketchbook this year. This recycled BINGO game, by somavenus, is perhaps the coolest idea for a recycled sketchbook I’ve seen. Great gift idea, or what? BINGO!

Find more recycled sketcbooks.

For Warmth:

Snuggly Warm Merino Arm Warmers by overcast
Kaboodlers have added fingerless gloves and armwarmers to hundreds of wishlists. Not only are they cute, but they’re also practical. Your arms and hands stay warm while your fingers are free to type away on the laptop, press the buttons on the remote, or dial the keys on your cell. These fingerless armwarmers, sewn by overcast, are 100% Merino wool and make great holiday gifts for people of all ages!

Find more fingerless gloves & armwarmers.

For the One You Give a Hoot About:

Great Big Owl Ring by dillondesigns
Who doesn’t love the owl? This adorable acrylic ring, crafted by dillondesigns, lured us with those great big eyes. Give this to the people in your life who appreciate pieces that are both trendy and classic. But more importantly, give this to the people in your life you care about.

Find more owl everything!

 

We thank Jennifer for her awesome picks. Don’t forget to stop by Kaboodle.com; make online shopping easy!

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