gift ideas

You Gifted – Birthday Clues

May 22, 2013
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Gifted Asked: What is the best gift you’ve ever given? You Responded: “For my boyfriend’s 40th I put together a weekend of fun activities for him with groups of friends. From a big family brunch to a bourbon tasting he was kept entertained for days. Each event was a surprise so just before he would [...]

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Last Minute Valentine’s Day Gifts

February 14, 2013
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You woke up and just remembered it’s Valentine’s Day…and have nothing planned. I’m all about just because gifts and not giving something just because you’re supposed to, so you don’t need to run out and spend a ton to make today special,  it’s more important to show your person that you care. Here are a [...]

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Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

December 21, 2012
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If you still need to shop, here are some quick gift ideas that will be ready in time for Christmas! Tickets – look up the website of a loved one’s favourite theatre or music hall and order tickets to an upcoming performance. Charity donation – adopt an animal in someone’s name, donate towards life saving [...]

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Father’s Day Gifts

June 15, 2012
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Thankfully, my father has gotten much easier to shop for. A lovely bottle of wine rarely fails. And still to this day I always make a special brunch. Pair a bottle with a fun bowtie like the one above for the more dapper dad. Or for a new dad, capture early memories into a photobook. [...]

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Therese Sennerholt Prints

February 27, 2012
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It took me forever to choose which one of Therese Sennerholt‘s gorgeous, graphic prints to feature here – they are all so good. Spotted on Decor8, I was immediately blown away by this Swiss artist’s use of type and empowering words. These prints would look great on just about any wall from a baby’s nursery [...]

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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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OMG Gifted is Three!

October 28, 2011
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Happy Birthday to me! For three whole years I’ve been scouring quirky shops, Etsy artisans, creative blogs, and your brilliant brains to find the best gifts out there for this website. That’s 765 gift ideas viewed by more than 50,000 people from 153 countries! I hope Gifted has helped you shop and give with pride. [...]

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Ruby Eats

August 9, 2011
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This adorable little shop, Ruby Eats, just opened in Leslieville right down the street from the owners other venture – Ruby Watch Co. restaurant. Offering tasty, fresh treats like local berries, imported seasonings and prepared salads. Yum! Ruby Eats Check it out Now Similar gift ideas:Last Minute Valentine’s Day GiftsLacquer Recipe BoxSpice ShakersChef’s EssencesGood Meat

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Gnift

June 2, 2011
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Gnift is a new website that will help you select gifts for friends. Urban Daddy shared this cool site that connects with your Facebook friend list and scours friend’s profiles for key words then suggests gifts based on the finds. Gnift, free. Check It Out Now Similar gift ideas:You Gifted – Birthday CluesLast Minute Valentine’s [...]

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Hugo Didier at OOAK

March 30, 2011
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One of my favourite places to find gifts is the One of a Kind Show! Another one starts today in Toronto and you’ll be sure to find amazing and unique gifts for everyone you know. I love this whimsical cup by Montreal ceramacist Hugo Didier. One of a Kind Spring Show DATE: March 30–April 3, [...]

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