Elise Yetton is a freelance writer and art director based in Nashville, Tennessee. She can be found daily over at Pennyweight, where she shares inspirations in everything from fashion to art to music and beyond. She eats way too much Mexican food and is known to lose herself for hours on Pinterest.
The holidays are fast approaching, which means that most of us are diving head-first into our gift search. I can’t help but splurge sometimes, but it’s also important to save where I can.
For the Lady Friends
Shopping for my gal pals is one of my favorite things this time of year. I usually hunt for things that immediately catch my eye but still reflect my friend’s unique style and personality.
[Clockwise from top left: Sheath brass organic ring from La Chica de los Anillos; Recycled glass succulent planters from marianandhazel; Splatter leather-suede pouch from Corium; Linen brown apron from Small Batch Production; Wooden geometrical paperweight from KarolinFelix Dream; Gold dipped geo earrings from amerrymishap; Turkish antique kilim coasters from sukan]
For the Dapper Gentlemen
Whether it’s your dad, husband, brother or just a good guy friend, shopping for the dudes in our lives can be so tough! I tend to gravitate towards classic, masculine picks that appeal to all types.
[Left to right top row: Aftershave from FIG + YARROW; Canvas directors chair from AM radio; Collection of rustic skillets from Modred Vintage; Left to right middle row: Vintage lace up boots from Granny's Bootery; Wool men's shorty shorts from sartoria; Leather journal from peaseblossom studio; Left to right bottom row: Vintage chemex coffee carafe from Gallivanting Girls; An Illustrated Guide to Cocktails from Elizabeth Graeber; Wood toothpick case from Midnight Coiler]
For the Little Ones
Let’s face it, oftentimes these wee gifts are just as much for the parent as they are for the little one. Why not pick something that not only looks good, but is functional too? Whether it’s a special decoration for the nursery or a toy for countless hours of play, you can’t go wrong with these cuties.
[Clockwise from top left: Baby origami mobile from Kidivist; Baby bear slippers from Baby Cricket; Hand-printed baby leggings from Thief and Bandit Kids; Mid-century rocking horse from bellalulu vintage; Animals of High Moral Standard print from AnimaliaShop; Wooden hedgehog push toy from Imagination Kids]
For the Restless
These gifts are perfect for the mother-in-law, sister, coworker or friend who’s always on the go. Encourage them to get some rest this season and pamper themselves with lovely, comforting presents.
[Clockwise from top left: Handmade Turkish bath robe from Eco-Friendly Beauty; Hazelnut chocolate whiskey sandwich cookies from whimsy & spice; Natural tile pillow cover from PAWLING; Handmade hanging lamp shade from Filigree Creations; Handmade vegan soap samples from Prunella Soap; 24 mini bath bombs from Elegant Rose Boutique]


87 comments
Sign in to add your ownAvianInspirations says:
Wonderful collections. I want wool undies! And bear slippers!
1 year ago
leslieholz says:
I am definitely of the restless variety! Great original ideas - thank you!
1 year ago
overDAcrib says:
Oh christmas.... how it makes me shop too much! Thanks, these are great ideas!
1 year ago
BonTons says:
great ideas
1 year ago
OhDearWatson says:
Great gift ideas!
1 year ago
pipapiep says:
nice collection!
1 year ago
volkerwandering says:
I am in love with the baby origami moblie! Great picks Elise!
1 year ago
fabrickitchen says:
The babyslipper are just to cute!
1 year ago
silversamba says:
Great post and great ideas! I agree, Pintrest can be mesmerizing... Alana
1 year ago
Cleverella says:
The baby bear slippers are so fun!
1 year ago
sonyarasi says:
Beautiful ideas!
1 year ago
bedouin says:
great finds ~ love love the Vintage Chemex Coffee Carafe by GallivantingGirls
1 year ago
Colettesboutique says:
Like the selection! great gifts!
1 year ago
GraphwicksOnEtsy says:
Beautiful treasury!
1 year ago
christianesutherland says:
Loved the paws and the whiskey cookies!!
1 year ago
sewlola says:
Pretty cool gifts!
1 year ago
traceydumont says:
These are all great! *grin*
1 year ago
peacesofindigo says:
Fabulous ideas! Love your style~
1 year ago
CorinneLynae says:
Great post! I really liked the ideas for children.
1 year ago
felicitycrew says:
Great finds!
1 year ago
Mclovebuddy says:
it has already been done.
1 year ago
ikabags says:
Wonderful !
1 year ago
wmalexalvarez says:
I love succulents. :) I also dig that animals of moral standards print. haha
1 year ago
breadandroses2 says:
Truly lovely mini collections but several of these items and sellers have been featured at least twice, some 3x or more in the past week. Etsy is filled with so much wonderful talent, surely others deserve a few seconds of Etsy fame, eh?
1 year ago
BlackStar says:
Love these finds! Nice to see a local pickin'~
1 year ago
RivalryTime says:
love them.
1 year ago
bazketmakr says:
cool! I love that toothpick holder!
1 year ago
vivikas says:
Great selection, I love the baby bear slippers! I had no idea that coffee carafe was a vintage item, I bought one that looks exact the same at wholefoods a couple of months ago.
1 year ago
bstudio says:
Lovely selections.
1 year ago
theroyal says:
world of awesome right here.
1 year ago
msbibliotecaria says:
In love with everything here!
1 year ago
seasonsart1031 says:
Wonderful gift ideas!
1 year ago
vinskord says:
Fantastic selection!! The restless group is my favorite!!
1 year ago
peaseblossomstudio says:
What a great collection! Thank you for including me here.
1 year ago
singletonkate says:
elise, you killed it! i'm so impressed and inspired and that's coming from a pretty jaded holiday shopper.
1 year ago
RossLab says:
Long live the animals of high moral standing!
1 year ago
midnightcoiler says:
Wonderful selections! That Turkish robe looks inviting. Thanks for including me!
1 year ago
Modred12 says:
Thanks for including me in this wonderful collection!
1 year ago
museumshop says:
BUY One Get One FREE Christmas Nativity Scene on a real leaf. Unique Gift for under $7 & you get two gifts.
1 year ago
OnlyOriginalsByAJ says:
I lovethe gentlemen collection! Its exactly my husband's style!
1 year ago
RetroRevivalBoutique says:
Me likey the recycled glass planters! ^__^
1 year ago
accentonvintage says:
Great blog!
1 year ago
MoonShadowArtz says:
Great blog, love the Kilim coasters!
1 year ago
AlannaRK says:
Love it! Plus I just started following you on pinterest. I can't get off that site.
1 year ago
Steampunkitis says:
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1 year ago
JillianReneDecor says:
Awesome Finds!
1 year ago
Iammie says:
Lovely!
1 year ago
perebags says:
Nice!
1 year ago
gkdecorate says:
Not only beautiful, but a great deal!
1 year ago
88editions says:
Fantastic finds all round
1 year ago
FullCircleRetro says:
Love your picks..! =)
1 year ago
peshka says:
ideas
1 year ago
peshka says:
Love them !
1 year ago
HomeStudio says:
Love the baby bear slippers and toothpick case!
1 year ago
QsGoodies says:
Awesome selections! I would luv to have the turkish bathrobe & linen brown apron! The baby bear slippers are too cute!
1 year ago
comfycozybaby says:
These are all so cute! That robe looks so comfy
1 year ago
cottonbirddesigns says:
Great finds!
1 year ago
CraftedbyLizC says:
Love the recycled glass succulent planters !
1 year ago
tjalaine says:
What lovely gifts! I love the leather pouch!
1 year ago
cubits says:
Ahh! I need fuzzy monster slipers for everyone!
1 year ago
Veelana says:
The fuzzy slippers are AWESOME!
1 year ago
BanglewoodSupplies says:
The rope looks magical!
1 year ago
heathersartstudio says:
Nice! Love this!
1 year ago
cubo says:
love the brown slippers!!!!! :D
1 year ago
IsabelleKnits says:
Perfect little items, especially for the little ones. I have two and tend to look that way.
1 year ago
sukan says:
Very nice! Thanks
1 year ago
Kidivist says:
Perfect selection! Thanks +++++ for including my origami mobiles!!!! Cheers from Berlin! Anne
1 year ago
shabbymo says:
looooovvvvvvvveeeee!!!!!
1 year ago
FigandYarrow says:
So nice. Thanks!
1 year ago
tinkerworld says:
oooooooh NEATO! I gotta go buy something! www.tinkerworld.etsy.com ~Tink
1 year ago
WomanOfClayArtworks says:
Those bear slippers look like the first sculpture I ever made! I sooooo want a pair.
1 year ago
LouisestArt says:
Looks great!!!
1 year ago
ddfoto says:
Cute items!
1 year ago
hillbillyhulagal says:
great article and great photography!
1 year ago
carlossantiago says:
super!!!! during the holidays, i am offering free shipping within the USA!
1 year ago
RoughGems says:
All of the above items look lovely! Thanks for the nifty ideas! :)
1 year ago
BunnysVintageCloset says:
Great ideas! I especially love the picks for the restless
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Awesome picks, I really love the choices for the restless too - really quite calming.
1 year ago
madisoncary says:
love these!
1 year ago
EarthSeaWarrior says:
those baby bear slippers are just too much cuteness to handle.
1 year ago
mylittleposies says:
Interesting choices. As a girly girl myself most of these things weren't to my taste but are greatly helpful as ideas for people that I know have different tastes for me, which of course are always the hardest ones for me to shop for! Thanks for this post, it has renewed my resolve to get the perfect gifts for one and all.
1 year ago
raredesignshop says:
amazing picks !!thank you!!
1 year ago
LaughingMoonCreation says:
Love the wool underwear! Very good !
1 year ago
marianandhazel says:
Awesome post! Thanks so much for including my recycled planters! I appreciate it! All of the other items are fabulous too!
1 year ago
ClayWoodStone says:
wow, what an eye! thanks for putting this together...
1 year ago
LizardSkins says:
you have a wonderful style
1 year ago
brandywinelife says:
LIke the picks
1 year ago