December 2011

Portable Card Speaker

December 29, 2011
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The Society curates fun social and cultural events in Toronto, New York and Miami and now they’ve curated a cool gift guide on AHAlife. Loved this find – a portable speaker that’s the size of a card! And check out some of the other AHAlife curators’ (like Donna Karan, Tim Gunn and Iris Apfel) gift [...]

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Stolen Riches Laces

December 28, 2011
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Men don’t get to have nearly as much fun with fashion as the ladies do so here’s something special for their kicks – Stolen Riches shoe laces will brighten up a classic pair of dress shoes. Stolen Riches Laces, $14.50. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Vans Vault SneakersLoeffler Randall Rain BootiesHappy SocksFamily FootwearBanana Republic Shoes

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DIY Christmas Crackers

December 24, 2011
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The Toronto Standard shows us how to make cheeky (and amazing) Christmas crackers full of useful (useless?) stuff. What fun you fill them with is all up to you! Christmas Crackers, price varies by ingredients. See How Now Similar gift ideas:Wool and The Gang KitsFelted MistletoePalm TreeDecorated Wine BottleWinter Survival

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Last Minute Christmas Gifts

December 23, 2011
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Only two days left! If you haven’t finished Christmas shopping, here are a few ideas for things you can quickly get to give: Kiva Gift Certificates – Give a loan to a struggling entrepreneur from around the world. Books! – Your neighbourhood bookstore has a novel, coffee table book or comic for everyone on your [...]

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Virginia Johnson Shawl

December 22, 2011
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Give a little wearable art. Über talented illustrator Virginia Johnson has created a collection of shawls depicting travel scenes in fine, lightweight merino wool for Anthropologie. My fave of the three styles is the “Dog Walker” pictured above. Virginia Johnson Shawl, $128. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Monogrammed Pocket SquareCambridge SachelPenny PropersKate Spade Essex BagDogs Tea [...]

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Air Plants

December 21, 2011
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Spotted on one of my favourite blogs, The Marion House Book, air plants bring a modern, desert feel into the home. They make a beautiful, easy to care for gift. Air Plant, $32. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Designer Tea TowelsDyson Digital SlimBlack and White ClockDoug’s Word ClockBox Appetit Lunch Box

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Glass Menorah

December 20, 2011
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A beautiful, modern glass menorah for the festival of lights! One of the many menorahs available at the Jewish Museum shop. Glass Menorah, $625. Buy Now Psst…here are come cute crafts from Ms. Martha to make with the kiddies over Hanukkah. Similar gift ideas:Walnut and Brass Reimagined MenorahModern MenorahAnimated Origami SetWood Top CanistersDIY Christmas Crackers

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Areaware iPhone Alarm Dock

December 19, 2011
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I was lucky enough to receive this as a gift! Love this retro-looking dock that charges your iPhone and serves as a alarm clock too (just download the free app here). Areaware iPhone Alarm Dock, $40. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Michael Kors Wallet Clutch for iPhone The CalletTiffany & Co. Ring Finder AppNieman Marcus iPod [...]

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Vinyl Puzzle

December 16, 2011
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For the music lover a jigsaw puzzle that reveals a super cool vinyl collection. Vinyl Puzzle, $26. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Spice ShakersTwin ShadowMix TapeSomeone Has to Set a Bad ExampleRdio

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Fur Scarf

December 15, 2011
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A soft and warm gift to wrap around her neck. This luxuriously woven scarf can be worn single or wrapped twice. Jocelyn Long Rabbit Infinity Scarf, $214. Buy Now Similar gift ideas:Monogrammed Pocket SquareBaggu DaypackVirginia Johnson ShawlCambridge SachelBig Bow Garter

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