Christmas Day is quickly approaching and there’s a chance that you’re still stumped on a few items to finish up your shopping, right? The Ruffled Mango team is here to help! If you haven’t seen Ashley’s post yesterday with Christmas gift ideas for the little people in your life, check it out here. It’s a fantastic list! I already loved to gift Melissa & Doug items, but there are a ton of other ideas that I’m going to be stealing for Christmas and also upcoming events and birthdays. š
Today, though, we’re gonna tackle the Christmas gift ideas for adults in your life – parents, spouses, friendsā¦all of them likely have personality traits that’ll give you some hints – there’s the home cook, the coffee snob, the world traveler, etc. What better way to say “I know you well” than to gift them with a little happiness specifically tailored to their passions? I know I always appreciate that someone took a minute to think of me.
First of all, STOP before you do any more shopping! I only wish I had known about Ebates last Christmas. I bought most of our Christmas presents (plus I help my dad buy for my mom) from Kohl’s last year and didn’t know until January that Ebates would have given me 6% back on my purchases there. Arghhhh!!! But I know now and you better believe I take advantage of any rebates that pop up while shopping online. Plus, when I first signed up, I got a $10 Walmart gift card. And when I referred a few folks who started using Ebates also, I got a $50 bonus. Um, yeah, so it’s worth it. It’s sooo easy to use, too – when I shop online, a little box pops up on each site that offers a rebate. Then I just click to activate it. Even while booking hotels sometimes! I’ve used it year-round, but Christmas seems to be the time for the highest rebates in general. š I’m not certain there are any rebates for the Amazon items I’ve posted below – Amazon is a bit different than other companies. Instead of a flat rebate for any item, they post particular rebates for certain departments. Just a word to the wise. (Edited to add that I DID use Ebates this last Christmas in 2016 and it was awesome!! I made about $60 back just after Christmas shopping. I’ve made $262.53 in total in the last 2 years. Easiest and most hassle-free money I’ve ever earned!)
O.K., let’s get started on this fun list! (I loooove gift idea lists!)
For the traveler: Before we went to Chicago, I bought this set of credit card protectors to guard against identity theft as we traveled in the big city. This pack also comes with 2 passport protectors also, which I was excited about. The price is good and I like the designs on these. Not too girly or anything. They’d make a great stocking stuffer. =)
I’m a big fan of anything that distinguishes my luggage from everyone else’s on the baggage carousel. A set of cute luggage tags will do the trick!
I love my Kindle and I love to travel with my Kindle. I can download books on there and I can peruse Pinterest on there. Every once in awhile, I even play a game on there. (I’m not a big game person, but I like some word games here and there.) I think I’ve used it almost every day since Jeremy gave it to me!
For the tea drinker: This is the tea that Keli was raving about last week. =) I think these tins are adorable and I love using the sachets instead of the regular tea bags. You can buy a 3-pack on Amazon to use for 3 separate presents. They also have it in decaf, which is what I usually drink. It’s naturally sweet, so you may not need sugar or anything!
And if your person is a loose-tea aficionado, this is a fun little steeper that I gave my mom earlier this year. A sweet tea cup or pretty teapot with creamer/sugar is always a welcome gift for a tea partier, too. š I’m obsessed with that whole Royal Albert set. I’d love it for my own table. =) Ah, this tea-for-one teapot is a Christmas one I haven’t seen before! (Great price, too!)
I’m also loving this wrapped canvas teacup picture, especially if the recipient also loves to read. =)
For the coffee drinker: I gave this Ekobrew Stainless Steel Elite, Refillable K-Cup For Keurig K-Cup Brewers
As I said, we buy whole bean – and we’ve used this little coffee grinder for about 4 years now. Still going strong! And very cost effective.
This mug cracks me up. š
And if your coffee drinker doesn’t own a Yeti, well, you must rectify that! Jeremy (and literally everyone else I know who has one) is obsessed with it. I’m not linking to Amazon on this one, though, because they’re ridiculously high online right now ($72 for the 20 oz. – INSANE) If you live near Henderson, check at Four Seasons Nursery – my cousin works there and I know they try their best to keep them in stock. =)
For the health nut: I bought this Witmer Company Peanut Butter Mixer, Model 300
Jeremy bought this Veggetti Spiral Vegetable Slicer, Makes Veggie Pasta
For the fashionista: Do you know about Jane.com? Because we mangoes love shopping at Very Jane! They always have a ton of trendy boutique items (my favorite: the tunics! And I bought a gold leaf pendant there that I wear alllll the time) for some great deals. Definitely check it out for a fashion-forward giftā¦or let’s be real, a gift for yourself. š Because you might get some Christmas money, right? Up to 80% off New Deals added every day at Jane.com! Shop today!
For the cozy-queen: I bought these Flora&Fred Women’s 3 Pair Pack Vintage Style Patchwork Cotton Crew Socks
I bought some gray Lamo boots last winter and I wore them almost every day. They still look great! They’re warm and soft inside and the outside repels water and stains, so win-win. They’re as cozy and comfortable as house slippers, and a ton cheaper than Ugg’s – and this year’s style is even cuter than last year’s, in my opinion, so I’m seriously considering investing in another pair:
Lamo Water Resistant Suede Boots w/ Faux Fur – Sable They make my feet happy!
And of course I’ve told you about my obsession with polar fleece sheets beforeā¦they were gifted to us and we immediately turned around and started gifting them ourselves. These
Malden Mills King Super Soft Polarfleece Sheet Set are magically cozy.
How many people burn candles to make their house cozy, especially during the fall and winter? How many people get annoyed with trimming their wick just right, so the flames won’t leap out of the jar? Yep, that was me. Until I found a Wickman Candle Wick Trimmer, Matte Black
For the quirky sense of humor: Do you remember the show Pushing Daisies: The Complete First and Second Seasons (Blu-Ray)
For the cook/baker: I loved using my Beater Blade for several years, but it bit the dust when I was shredding chicken with my KitchenAid (may it rest it peace) but I’m thinking I may need to replace it with this little guy: KitchenAid KFE5T Flex Edge Beater for Tilt-Head Stand Mixers
Last year I bought all of the cooks in our family a copy of this Home Cooking Holiday Recipes Keepsake Collection
And you might know that The Pioneer Woman has a few cookbooksā¦those make great gifts (whether you’re giving or receiving!) This is her latest creation: The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime: Comfort Classics, Freezer Food, 16-Minute Meals, and Other Delicious Ways to Solve Supper!
For the lawn care specialist: I bought these Custom Leathercraft 125M Handyman Flex Grip Work Gloves, Medium
Also, Jeremy picked out this ProPlugger 5-IN-1 Lawn & Garden Planting Tool. Bulb Planter, Flower Planting Tool, Turf, Lawn, Sod or Grass Plugger, Weeding Tool, Soil Sampler, Ground Cover Planting Tool
For the crafter: I’m pretty excitedā¦I’m getting a Silhouette Cameo — Starter Bundle
And last of allā¦I know that gifts are NOT the most important part of Christmas. But when choosing and giving “the perfect gift” is a way you show love, that becomes an important part of your holiday experience. Enjoy it! š
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Yay! I am excited! Keep up the good work ladies! I’m enjoying reading your column!