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!
171 days ago
leslieholz says:
I am definitely of the restless variety! Great original ideas - thank you!
171 days ago
overDAcrib says:
Oh christmas.... how it makes me shop too much! Thanks, these are great ideas!
171 days ago
BonTons says:
great ideas
171 days ago
OhDearWatson says:
Great gift ideas!
171 days ago
pipapiep says:
nice collection!
171 days ago
volkerwandering says:
I am in love with the baby origami moblie! Great picks Elise!
171 days ago
fabrickitchen says:
The babyslipper are just to cute!
171 days ago
silversamba says:
Great post and great ideas! I agree, Pintrest can be mesmerizing... Alana
171 days ago
Cleverella says:
The baby bear slippers are so fun!
171 days ago
sonyarasi says:
Beautiful ideas!
171 days ago
bedouin says:
great finds ~ love love the Vintage Chemex Coffee Carafe by GallivantingGirls
171 days ago
Colettesboutique says:
Like the selection! great gifts!
171 days ago
GraphwicksOnEtsy says:
Beautiful treasury!
171 days ago
christianesutherland says:
Loved the paws and the whiskey cookies!!
171 days ago
sewlola says:
Pretty cool gifts!
171 days ago
traceydumont says:
These are all great! *grin*
171 days ago
peacesofindigo says:
Fabulous ideas! Love your style~
171 days ago
CorinneLynae says:
Great post! I really liked the ideas for children.
171 days ago
felicitycrew says:
Great finds!
171 days ago
Mclovebuddy says:
it has already been done.
171 days ago
ikabags says:
Wonderful !
171 days ago
wmalexalvarez says:
I love succulents. :) I also dig that animals of moral standards print. haha
171 days 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?
171 days ago
BlackStar says:
Love these finds! Nice to see a local pickin'~
171 days ago
RivalryTime says:
love them.
171 days ago
bazketmakr says:
cool! I love that toothpick holder!
171 days 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.
171 days ago
bstudio says:
Lovely selections.
171 days ago
theroyal says:
world of awesome right here.
171 days ago
msbibliotecaria says:
In love with everything here!
171 days ago
seasonsart1031 says:
Wonderful gift ideas!
171 days ago
vinskord says:
Fantastic selection!! The restless group is my favorite!!
171 days ago
peaseblossomstudio says:
What a great collection! Thank you for including me here.
171 days ago
singletonkate says:
elise, you killed it! i'm so impressed and inspired and that's coming from a pretty jaded holiday shopper.
171 days ago
RossLab says:
Long live the animals of high moral standing!
171 days ago
midnightcoiler says:
Wonderful selections! That Turkish robe looks inviting. Thanks for including me!
171 days ago
Modred12 says:
Thanks for including me in this wonderful collection!
171 days ago
museumshop says:
BUY One Get One FREE Christmas Nativity Scene on a real leaf. Unique Gift for under $7 & you get two gifts.
171 days ago
OnlyOriginalsByAJ says:
I lovethe gentlemen collection! Its exactly my husband's style!
171 days ago
RetroRevivalBoutique says:
Me likey the recycled glass planters! ^__^
171 days ago
accentonvintage says:
Great blog!
171 days ago
MoonShadowArtz says:
Great blog, love the Kilim coasters!
171 days ago
AlannaRK says:
Love it! Plus I just started following you on pinterest. I can't get off that site.
171 days ago
Steampunkitis says:
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171 days ago
JillianReneDecor says:
Awesome Finds!
171 days ago
Iammie says:
Lovely!
171 days ago
perebags says:
Nice!
170 days ago
gkdecorate says:
Not only beautiful, but a great deal!
170 days ago
88editions says:
Fantastic finds all round
170 days ago
FullCircleRetro says:
Love your picks..! =)
170 days ago
peshka says:
ideas
170 days ago
peshka says:
Love them !
170 days ago
HomeStudio says:
Love the baby bear slippers and toothpick case!
170 days ago
QsGoodies says:
Awesome selections! I would luv to have the turkish bathrobe & linen brown apron! The baby bear slippers are too cute!
170 days ago
comfycozybaby says:
These are all so cute! That robe looks so comfy
170 days ago
cottonbirddesigns says:
Great finds!
170 days ago
CraftedbyLizC says:
Love the recycled glass succulent planters !
170 days ago
tjalaine says:
What lovely gifts! I love the leather pouch!
170 days ago
cubits says:
Ahh! I need fuzzy monster slipers for everyone!
170 days ago
Veelana says:
The fuzzy slippers are AWESOME!
170 days ago
BanglewoodSupplies says:
The rope looks magical!
170 days ago
heathersartstudio says:
Nice! Love this!
170 days ago
cubo says:
love the brown slippers!!!!! :D
170 days ago
IsabelleKnits says:
Perfect little items, especially for the little ones. I have two and tend to look that way.
170 days ago
sukan says:
Very nice! Thanks
170 days ago
Kidivist says:
Perfect selection! Thanks +++++ for including my origami mobiles!!!! Cheers from Berlin! Anne
170 days ago
shabbymo says:
looooovvvvvvvveeeee!!!!!
169 days ago
FigandYarrow says:
So nice. Thanks!
169 days ago
tinkerworld says:
oooooooh NEATO! I gotta go buy something! www.tinkerworld.etsy.com ~Tink
169 days ago
WomanOfClayArtworks says:
Those bear slippers look like the first sculpture I ever made! I sooooo want a pair.
169 days ago
LouisestArt says:
Looks great!!!
169 days ago
ddfoto says:
Cute items!
169 days ago
hillbillyhulagal says:
great article and great photography!
169 days ago
carlossantiago says:
super!!!! during the holidays, i am offering free shipping within the USA!
169 days ago
RoughGems says:
All of the above items look lovely! Thanks for the nifty ideas! :)
169 days ago
BunnysVintageCloset says:
Great ideas! I especially love the picks for the restless
169 days ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Awesome picks, I really love the choices for the restless too - really quite calming.
169 days ago
madisoncary says:
love these!
168 days ago
EarthSeaWarrior says:
those baby bear slippers are just too much cuteness to handle.
168 days 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.
168 days ago
raredesignshop says:
amazing picks !!thank you!!
168 days ago
LaughingMoonCreation says:
Love the wool underwear! Very good !
167 days ago
marianandhazel says:
Awesome post! Thanks so much for including my recycled planters! I appreciate it! All of the other items are fabulous too!
167 days ago
ClayWoodStone says:
wow, what an eye! thanks for putting this together...
165 days ago
LizardSkins says:
you have a wonderful style
164 days ago
brandywinelife says:
LIke the picks
162 days ago