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Gift Guide: Above and Beyond - Gifts over $50

Gift Guide: $50 and Under

Row I: Personalized Brown Zigzags Stationery Gift Suitcase by Pink Loves Brown, Knitware Demitasse Cups by AlyssaEttinger, Kids Bear Jacket at Speesees,, Limited Edition "Howling Hex" Print by Sonja Ahlers
Row II: Pebbles Money Clip by Steel Toe Studios, Cuckoo Wallclock at Smak Parlour, Hand-painted Sugar and Creamer Set by Cursive Design, Woodlands Wall Graphics at Spunky Sprout
Row III: Kyla Handcrafted Doll by Lil Sprinkles, Set of Two Oversized Teacups and Saucers at GreenerGrassDesign, Custom Braille Ring by StudioAMF, Swirls Initial Necklace (additional letters available) by Mon Amour Jewelry
Row IV: Pet bed - Eco-friendly Fleece by Annie's Sweatshop, Modern Chair Painting by Devotees, Kids Silver Owls Shirt at Parasols, Long Pinecone Paperweight at Crane & Co.

Row I: Reclaimed Fabric Clutch at Spirit Beauty Lounge, Dart Coat Hooks at Elsewares, Handcrafted Porcelain Bowl with Loops by Brenda Quinn Pottery, Black-Eyed Susan Limited Edition Letterpress Print by Color Box Design

Row II: Objectication Necklace by Yellow Goat, Little Love Bird Silver Earrings by Joanna Rutter, Shroom Sprouts Key Hook at ModCloth, Pear Cameo Necklace by Laura Allcorn

The numbers shown on each item indicate the price of the item (rounded up to the nearest whole dollar).

I hope you've all been having some fun looking through my gift guide posts and have found some great pressies to give to your friends and families.

Tomorrow I'll be wrapping up the guides with some great picks over $50.  I'll also be announcing the winner of the Stencil 101 book givewaway (there is still time to enter if you haven't done so already), and will end my posts for the week with a new Creature of Comfort interview.  See you then!

Gift Guide: $30 and Under for Women

Row I: Oven Mitt by Deadly Squire, Deer No. 1 Fine Art Print by Sharon Montrose, Hearts Silhouette Earrings by Monique Leon, Floral Lokta Bracelet by Uncharted
Row II: Ginger Orange Soy Candle by Bazil Essentials, Through the Wallpaper - art print by Hadley Hutton, "Be" Inspirational Journal at Compendium, Grey Alice in Wonder Band by Dolly Knits
Row III: Slacker Tea Towels at Burke Decor, Pearl Dangle Cloud Necklace by A Little Luster, Translucent Porcelain Cup by Stepanka Ceramics, Red Berry Bowl Ceramic Strainer by Luckalilly
Row IV: Large Wavy Serving Bowl in aqua by Karin Lorenc, Personalized Notepads by Linda & Harriett, Desserts by the Yard at Amazon, Swarovski Crystals in 18K Gold Plated Clover With Turquoise by Maya & Rhui

Row I: Wavy Pleats Turquoise Linen Clutch by Yorktown Road, Bird No. 29 - art print by Geninne, 14K Gold Filled Earrings with Crystals and Pearls by Candlelight, Victorian Monarch Butterfly Brooch - one of a kind by Beautiful Era

Row II: Landscape Brooch by Natural Historie, Grobal Self-watering Planters at A+R Store, Porcelain Apple Blossoms Necklace by Round Rabbit, Cafemug Pear by Shinzi Katoh at Three Potato Four

The numbers shown on each item indicate the price of the item (rounded up to the nearest whole dollar).

Do you have any great suggestions for women's gifts under $30?  Share your link lovin' in the comment section below.

Gift Guide: $30 and Under for Guys

Row I: Large Vintage Camera Photo Album at Galison, Glass Canteen at The Curiosity Shoppe, Screen Printed Necktie by Toybreaker, Mix Tape USB Stick at GreenerGrassDesign,

Row II: Magnetic Photo Rope - set of 3 at Photojojo,  10-pack Blank Silk-screened DVDs by 5 inch, Bicycle Mug by Dovetail, Laptop Armor Laptop Sleeve by Interobang

Row III: Stainless Steal Lunchbox at The Curiosity Shoppe, Espresso Cup with Skull and Crossbones by AceroStudio, Arrows Billfold Wallet by Trees With Knees, U-Pick 2 Posters for $20 from The Poster List

Apparently there's been a little bit of confusion regarding the numbers on each of my gift guide images.  I'm so sorry for not explaining it before... I didn't realize it didn't make sense.  The numbers show the price of each item (rounded up to the nearest whole dollar).  Again, I'm really sorry for confusing you guys.

Gift Guide: $30 and Under for Babies + Kids

Row I: Monster Magoo Softie by Plants & Animals, Blueberries & Cream Quilted Bib at Good EGG Industries, Hand-woven Baby Scarf by Billy Sue Textiles, Sorting Box at ModernTots

Row II: Wall Plaques (other animals and sizes available) from Romp, Felt Bird Purse Sewing Kit at ReForm School, Baby Leather Moks by Scandeez, Bath Toys at Fawn & Forest

Row III: Baby Boots by Aurelia and Annalise, Flower Press at Romp, Ulla Softie by Junker Jane, Ballerina Tee by All-Mighty Clothing

Row IV: eeBoo Sewing Cards at Genius Babies, Out & About Bottles (two sizes available) at Romp, Felt Flower Headband by Lou and Lee, Custom Hand-carved Bookplate Rubber Stamp by The Mayberry Sparrow 

Here are a few ideas for the little rascals on your holiday list.  When shopping for gifts for kids I always try to keep the parents in mind.  Because really, what holiday-frazzled parent wants to listen to a plastic doll say "mama, mama, mama" or a toy gun with it's pre-recorded tazzer sound effects play on auto repeat for hours at a time?!

Do you have great gift suggestions for babies and kids that are under $30?  If so, I'm sure we'd all love to know.  Leave a link to items you've found in the comment section below.

Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers for Women

Row I: Aqua Heart Porcelain Earrings by Round Rabbit, Zoya Natural Nail Polish at FutureNatural, French Lavender Sachet by Kaza, Fleur de Lis Handmade Olive Oil Soap by Sweet Petula

Row II: Perfumeria Gal - Lip Balm Gift Sleeve at Beautyhabit, Printed Illustration - Dancing with Dogs by Lucretia's Lovelies, Blue Berries Pouch at Cut + Paste, 2 Hand-printed Tea Towels by Flying Rhymes

Row III: La Dentelle Needlebook by Fieldguided, Western Rose Coasters - set of 4 by Ruby Press, Skinny Skinny Organic Bar Soaps (16 scents available) at Spirit Beauty Lounge, Recipe Jotter by Briones & Co.

Row IV: Stay Classy Pencils - six pack by Earmark, Tea Forte - 6 Infusion Teas at Paper Source, Organic Virgin Coconut Oil - Rose at b-glowing, Tropicana Earrings by Polished

I had so much fun finding all the stocking stuffers for this guide and my last two guides.  Well thought out stocking stuffers mean so much more than just a bunch of random junk that will clutter the house and bring stress the the recipient.  Don't you think?!  I'm of the school of thought that it is better to have less (fabulous high-quality) things, than a whole slew of junky dollar store items.  What sorts of treasures do you hope to find in your stocking this year?

Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers for Babies + Kids

Hello lovelies!  As promised, here is the next roundup of gift ideas for your Holiday shopping ease and enjoyment.  See you all here tomorrow!

Row I (for boys + girls): Sunprint Kit at The Curiosity Shoppe, Chopstick Kids at ModernTots, Doodles/Scribbles/Squiggles giant colorings books at Romp, Doodlebook Frame at Papersource
Row II (for girls): Fabric Flower Hairclips by Wren Handmade, Set of 3 Lip Balms (you pick the flavors) from Bunny Butt Apothecary, Pink Bird Seed - Zipper Pouch by LouLouBell Handmade, Reversible Headband by JennaLou
Row III (for boys): Automoblox Car at Paper Source, Temporary Mustache Tattoos by Pish Posh Paperworks, Hand Turned Wooden Top at UrbanTurn, Doodle in 3-D Set at American Science & Surplus
Row IV (for babies + their parents): Hare Baby Comb + Brush Set at Fawn & Forest, Ginger Blossom - Large Jingle Cloth Ball by Apple Blossom Baby, Ruffled Bibs by Oh Ruthie, Chunky Toddler House Blocks by Woodmouse  *All prices are rounded up to the next whole dollar amount.

Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers for Guys

Row I: Eight Long Colored Pencils at BuyOlympia, Math Moleskine from The Poisonberry, Slingshot Pencil from The Curiosity Shoppe , Videogame Bookplates by Unless Someone Like You Row II: -Record Letterpress Coasters (set of 8) by Things are Better with a Parrott, Handmade Marshmallow Sampler Pack by Whimsy & Spice, Custom Leather Key Holder by Leather Made Nice, Key Bottle Opener at Elsewares *All prices are rounded up to the next whole dollar amount.

Here it is lovelies... the first installment of Holiday Gift Guides I'm putting together for you all.  Every day for the next two weeks (ending on December 12) I'll be adding to the guide.  I've been working super hard to find fun, unique and fabulous gifts that won't break the bank.  That's why all but one post will be featuring gifty items under $50! You can view the entire guide at any time by viewing my Holiday Gift Guide - 2008 category.

If you have gift suggestions that fit into the category posted about, please feel free to share those in the comment section of the applicable post.

Happy Holidays everyone!

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Gift Guide: Top Picks from CC Sponsors #3

Happy Friday lovelies!  This will be the last batch of my sponsor spotlight gift guides for the week.  Next week there will be a few Thanksgiving related goodies, and then it will be full steam ahead with my top selections for holiday gift giving.  Fun!
But first... we have a fabulous mini interview and some inspirations from one of blogland's sweetest bloggers up next.  Don't miss it.

1. Give Wildflowers - Just Another Day

2. Give Arts & Crafts - Uppercase

3. Give Originality - Paraphernalia {Receive 10% off your order when you use code "YAYCC"}

4. Give Tweet Dreams - Mykonos

5. Give Sparkle - Fuss Jewelry

6. Give Kindness - Acts of Kindness

7. Give Charm - Wiyomu

Gift Guide: Top Picks from CC Sponsors #2

It took me a little bit longer than expected, but as promised, here is the next installment of my favorite gift giving picks from my lovely sponsors.  One more batch will be coming up tomorrow.

1. Give A Perfect Pair - Lollipop Pottery {Receive 20% on your purchase with code "Creature Comforts" Expires 12/1/08}
2. Give Cleanliness - Indie Fixx
3. Give Silk - GilBea
4. Give Roses - Vol25

5. Give Impressively - Sycamore Street Press

6. Get Inspired - Design For Mankind blog

7. Give Variety - Modish Marketplace

8. Give Indie - Vintage Indie Market

9. Give Light - Tryst 

10. Give Flowers - LoungeLuxe

11. Find Shoes - Twenga

12. Give Nature - Bella-Bijou Jewellery {Take 10% off your order when you use promo code "CCOMF08"}

Gift Guide: Top Picks from CC Sponsors

Over the next couple of weeks I will be hunting down my top picks for holiday gift giving and sharing them with you all here.  Today I want to start things off by showing you my favorite picks from my wonderful sponsors.  My sponsors mean a lot to me, as they help keep things afloat here on CC.  This feature was not paid for... rather it is my way of thanking them for their support, and I'm hoping it will also help you find some super cool gifts for those special people on your list this year.

More of my picks from my sponsors will be coming up next.  But for now, here are 12 of my favs.

1. Give Personalization - Fabulous Stationery

2. Give Limited Edition - The PikaPackage

3. Give Sweetness - The Fat Finch

4. Give Whimsy - Mama's Little Babies

5. Give Cleanliness - mi SPA

6. Give Keepsakes - dejarnette

7. Give Glamour - Ten Things

8. Give Porcelain - Bailey Doesn't Bark

9. Give Intellect - Xenotees

10. Give Couture - Mary Kaiser

11. Give Sparkle - Clementine

12. Give Warmth - Corpseknit Clothing