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The Best Holiday Films to Watch in the Heat for An Amazing Christmas In July Party

 


Christmas in July is similar to the Christmas holiday festival held in December but is celebrated in the middle of the year; come with decorations, sending 2024 Christmas cards, gifts, and holiday movies. With the current heat of summer, a Christmas in July party can help one cool off and enjoy the festivities at the same time. Below is a list of the best holiday movies to watch during Christmas in July celebration and why they are ideal.





The ELF

The Elf is one of the best Christmas movies that you can watch during the Christmas in July celebrations. The movie features Will Ferrell as Buddy the main character who was raised by elves in the North Pole, This movie is funny and heartwarming movie where the star searches for his true self and spreads the holiday spirit in New York. 

Why It's Perfect

The movie “Elf” is one of the funniest and joyful movies that you can enjoy as a family during this festive holiday celebrated on July 25th. Due to its happy and playful tone, the show can be watched during the summer while keeping the viewer in a light-hearted and cheerful mood.

Home Alone (1990)

This movie features an eight-year-old boy (Kevin McCallister). The boy finds himself home alone after his parents leaves to enjoy the holiday. He has to outwit two dimwit thieves and defend his house with the help of various traps. This is a good movie that you can enjoy with your kids during the Christmas in July festivity. 

Why It's Perfect

 There is a lot of fun in the mischief and adventure brought about in the movie “Home Alone”. If you want to escape the summer heat, the best option is to organize a family dinner and eventually watch this movie together. 

National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" (1989)

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation is a comedy film released in 1989. Griswold’s plan to have a big family Christmas as expected was bound to be a big disaster. The main actors are Chevy Chase and this is a comedy that explores how dysfunctional the family can be especially during gatherings.

Why It's Perfect

This classic provokes lot of laughter and feeling of nostalgia. It is just a reminder that every family gathering is a potential mess, no matter the time of the year.

The Holiday" (2006)

Besides sending business holiday cards to your colleagues at work, watching this movie can bring a sense of fulfilment during the Christmas in July celebrations. Two women from two different countries, United States of America and the United Kingdom, exchange residences for the Christmas holidays with the intention of leaving behind their respective problems in their relationships. Yes, they both learn to see life in a different way and of course, they each experience love in a way they never thought possible.

Why It's Perfect

In “The Holiday,” there is some romance, and snow, and the beauty of winter, which is perfect for giving the audience the feeling of Christmas in July. However, the movie is rated and is most probably not fit for younger kids. 

"Love Actually" (2003)

This movie is a comedy about selection of eight completely different couples and their experience of their intimate lives linked only by some connecting moments and placed in the month before Christmas in London, England.

Why It's Perfect

 ” Love Actually” can be cited as a multi-plot romantic comedy that is filled with messages and different appeals to the general audience. Being a comedy romantic drama, it will suit a mixed audience at your summer party very well.

Christmas in July Film

Christmas in July is a 1940 film directed by Preston Sturges following an ambitious clerk who was tricked into believing he has won $25,000 in a contest held by a coffee factory. The star began using his believed winnings to fulfil some of his dreams.

Why it’s perfect

Christmas in July movie blends perfectly with the July festival held  on 25th July of each year to celebrate Christmas. The movie fits the whole family gathering during these festivals which means you can watch with children and adults alike.

Holiday Breakfast Recipes: Start Your Day off Right

 The holidays are a time for family, friends, and good food. And what better way to start your day off right than with a delicious holiday breakfast?



Here are a few of our favorite holiday breakfast recipes:

Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole by Dish In the Kitchen

Buffalo Chicken Crescent Rolls by Julie’s Eats and Treats 

Easy Breakfast Bake by Where is My Spoon

Chicken Pot Pie Buns by Dancing Through the Rain

Taco Crescent Ring by Frugal Fun Times

Sausage and Egg Crescents by Viral Recipes

Ham, Cheese and Broccoli Crescents by xoxo Bella 

Jalapeno Popper Crescent Cups by Spend with Pennies

Meatball Bites by Knife and Paddles

Ham and Cheese Crescent Ring by Feast for a Fraction

Crab and Cream Cheese Cups by Centsless Meals

Gyro Pockets by 365 Days of Baking

Chicken Crescents by Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons 

Sausage and Cheese Crescent Squares by Grits and Gouda

Cream Cheese Veggie Pizza by I Heart Vegetables

These are just a few of the many delicious holiday breakfast recipes out there. So next time you're looking for a way to start your day off right, reach for one of these recipes and enjoy!

Here are some additional tips for making the perfect holiday breakfast:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh ingredients will give your breakfast a bright and flavorful taste.
  • Don't be afraid to get creative. There are endless possibilities when it comes to holiday breakfasts, so have fun and experiment with different flavors and combinations.
  • Garnish your breakfast with festive toppings. A little bit of garnish can go a long way in making your breakfast look and taste more festive.

With these tips in mind, you're sure to make a delicious holiday breakfast that everyone will love. Here are some additional tips for making Christmas breakfast a breeze:

  • Plan ahead. The night before Christmas, take some time to gather your ingredients and prepare any necessary dishes. This will save you time in the morning and help you relax and enjoy your breakfast with your family and friends.
  • Delegate tasks. If you have children, get them involved in the preparation of Christmas breakfast. This is a great way to start their day off on the right foot and teach them about the importance of family and tradition.
  • Don't forget the coffee! Coffee is a must-have for any Christmas breakfast. Make sure to have plenty on hand for everyone to enjoy.

With a little planning and preparation, Christmas breakfast can be a delicious and festive way to start your holiday. So gather your family and friends, enjoy a delicious meal, and make some wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.


Check out these easy recipe ideas:

Unique Nachos

3 Ingredient Biscuits

Snickerdoodle Cake

    Gifts for Girls

    I have shopped til I dropped this Christmas to bring you some of the hottest gift ideas for girls!
    From dolls to sensory toys and even more, this list has something for every girl on it!

    Samples were provided for photography.


    Give the gift of a classic with the 14" Cabbage Patch Kid collection. These are so much fun for both kids and parents, because many of us likely recall getting one when we were kids!  These are about $40 and are available from Wicked Cool Toys.



    Thinking putty is an awesome gift for girls of all ages. You can stretch it, fold it, tear it, bounce it and more. Give a sensory delight in a can with an assortment of Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty. Order it online for about $14 for a large tin.


    Board games are perfect for gifting to girls this holiday season.  Amigo Games has some of my favorites for games because they are all fun and best of all they are affordable for all budgets. Titles like the L.l.a.m.a. card game and What the Heck will challenge and entertain girls for hours. without the screen! Get them online for under $10. 


    If you need a gift for a girl who loves all things fancy, Get this really fun Find Your Fancy game. It is so much fun for little girls as young as 3 and brings the fun of Fancy Nancy on Disney Junior to life during family game night. Get this game from Ravensburger for about $25.


    Kidi Star Dance is my favorite idea for kids this holiday season. It will keep them moving and playing hard, even on the coldest days when they are confined to the indoors. This system will teach kids dance moves and features games that can be played with a friend. It includes two motion sensored bracelets and a display for hours of dance party fun. Get this Vtech toy for about $50 from Walmart, Amazon or Target.


    Chefclub brings kids into the kitchen for some early cooking lessons. This is a fun way to get kids interested in cooking in a kid safe, kid approved format.


    Pound Puppies are another classic throwback gift idea for this year. I remember the year I got a little gray Pound Puppy of my own and how I screeched with happiness after opening it. If you had a similar experience, get one of these for your kids and relive a bit of your own childhood.  Get them from Amazon, Walmart or Target for about $20.



    Boxy Girls make for a fun gift for girls who want to shop! You can shop and unbox with these fun friends to reveal some amazing surprises! Get  in on the fun online at the boxy girls website for about $20.

    If you are shopping for a girl who loves Llama's she is going to be spitting happy with this Spitzy Llama. He is cute and he spits for a one of a kind experience. Find him at Target or Walmart for about $50 this holiday season.




    Pomsies Lumies are sure to be quite the hit this year. They turn color into music for a fun, interactive play experience.  Get them from Target, Walmart or Kohl's for about $15.


    Girls are going to want to collect all of the Boxy Babies this holiday. Get a few to fill her holiday with shopping and mystery surprises with these cute little ones.  Each baby comes with 2 surprises. Get them for about $20.

    Fuzzikins are so much fun! You can color them again and again to make them as unique as possible. This is one of my favorite options because it goes beyond the one time use model of so many artsy toys. Get fuzzikins online for about $15 from the Play Monster website.


    Turn the ceiling into a light show with this adorable Unicorn Playbrite. Featuring a sound activation feature and mix and match faces, this colorful and bright toy is a great gift idea. Get it online for about $20.

    Blume dolls grow to meet you for a magical surprise. Get the Blume secret surprise garden and gift a new friend and a bunch of other surprises that will make a smile grow before your eyes! Get these cute kids toys online for about $27 from Walmart, Target or Amazon.


    Vendees Atomic Rainbow Lip Balm by Horizon Group USA, gives girls a chance to mix & create their own shimmery, flavorful, layered lip balm creations. There are even some surprises included in the vendee machine. Get this from Amazon.



    Cry Babies Blind Bottles are perfect for gifting this holiday season.  Each bottle has 8 accessories and a baby. Press her belly to see real tears! Get these at Target, Amazon and Walmart. Girls will want to collect them all!


    Blume has a blind bag option that girls are going to love. Add a little water and see which friend will grow from the Blume pot. My 6 year old goes wild for these and naturally wants to collect them all. Priced at $10, these are a great stocking stuffer option from Skyrocket Toys.


    If you need a gift for a girl that you know she is going to love, you are going to want to grab some fluffy cloudz from Compound Kings. This stuff is fantastic. It smells great and is available in several varieties, plus it is so much fun to squeeze, stretch and play with! Get it at Target, Michael's or online for about $5 a jar. Compound Kings also has some other fun slime options that girls will love this Christmas.


    Girls that love unicorns are going to adore these adorable bedtime friends called Zoonicorns. They combine zoo animals with the fun of unicorns. These are a little whimsy, a little magic and a lot of fun. Kiss your zoonicorns nose and make a wish, and drift off to sleep with a cuddly friend. Order online from Wish Me for about $20.


    If you need a gift for a little girl that loves babies, you are going to want to check out these adorable, collectible The Bellies babies. Each one has unique features like a bottle, a blankie and a birthmark. These are interactive and so adorable that they are sure to steal her heart on Christmas morning! Get them all online for about $30.


    Flipazoo make for really fun gifts this holiday season because they are adorable, and even better than that, they are like 2 toys in one! Flip it inside out to reveal a super soft plushie. Flip it the other way to reveal a shiny and adorable friend, for those days when you need a little sparkle. Get them for $15 online at the Flipazoo site, or find them at Walmart.


    Lil Shuckies are a party waiting to happen. Girls will love opening the shells and then harvesting "pearls' which they will collect to create a bracelet. These are so much fun that they are on my wish list too! Get them for about $13 a pack from Compound Kings.


    If you need a fun stocking stuffer for a Leapfrog fan, grab some of the Rock It Twist Game Pack Eggs. These add games and learning activities to the Rock It Twist game system and are perfect for kids 8 and under. The game packs cost about $8 and you can get them at retailers such as Target, Walmart or from Amazon.


    The boxy girls are so much fun to play with, collect and of course, unbox! Get this Target exclusive Boxy Girls studio for a ton of fun on Christmas morning, and beyond!


    Give a gift she can play with and grow herself with the My Fairy Garden Nature Cottage from Play Monster. This is the cutest gift idea that girls of all ages are going to dig. Get it online or from major retailers like Walmart or Target for $25.



    These Wowzer Surprise Polar Magic from the  Orbeez Wow World line are a fun option because they are contained yet tons of fun. Add water to the globe, wave your wand over it and see what friend is included. They are so cute that girls will want to collect them all. Get them from Maya Toys for about $6.


    Girls want to get out and ride! So gift a special girl the coolest scooter on the block with this Globber Primo Plus Lights. It has light up wheels to make it awesome and a little safer. Get these for younger girls. Order it online for about $70.


    If you have a girl on your list that loves to take selfies the Kidizoom Pixi is the perfect gift for her. She can snap selfies or photos of friends all day long without taking over your cell and camera roll! But it for about $55 from Walmart, Target or Amazon.


    Add a great educational option to the gifts under the tree with a boxed set that works with Leap Frogs Leapstart Go system. Little learners are going to love discovering how the human body works in a kid friendly presentation. Get them online or from retailers like Walmart or Amazon .


    Slimy unicorn smoothies are bound to be all the rage this holiday. This is so much fun to squish, squeeze and combine that girls won't be able to keep their hands off this Slimy Goop Squuez Pop. Get this fun offering from Horizon Group for about $5 at Target or from Amazon.


    What could be more fun than a cuddly little new friend this Christmas? Only one thing; that little friend wrapped up in a tortilla, like a burrito. Cutetitos are portable, adorable and totally collectible. Get them from places like Best Buy, Walmart or Amazon for about $10 this holiday season.

    Minnie's Walk and Dance Unicorn is nothing short of magical fun for girls who are fans of the Happy Helpers show. This duo dances, walks and sings! Find this animated offering from Just Play for under $40. You can find it at Walmart and Target as well as online.




    Sometimes all you need is a baby animal to wrap up like a burrito. These adorable little toys are plush, perfect for cuddling and totally portable. Fit one in your pocket for on the go snuggles with a Babito from the Cutetito line. Get them from Target, Walmart or Amazon for under $14 for a 2 pack.


    Make your favorite girls holiay hair-mazing with Series 3 Hairdorables.  These are so much fun to collect, and I love that each package is a mystery! Get them from Walmart, Target or Amazon for about $13 for a hair raising holiday!


    KidiGo Walkie Talkies are perfect for kids who love adventure! Give them a chance to get outside and explore while putting their walkie talkies to use for communication. This set is easy to use and is sure to be a lot of fun. Get this V Tech option online or at retailers like Target, Walmart or Amazon for about $30.


    If you have a girl who has been asking for a phone, but you aren't sure if she is ready yet, why not give her a Vtech KidiBuzz. It looks like a real phone. It an play music, take photos and video. It has games and it can connect to wifi, but it lacks the ability to make calls. It is a great option for a starter phone. Get it for about $80.





    Girls love dolls, but Cry Babies take things up a notch with a baby that can cry! These are some of the cutest dolls on the market! Get them from Walmart, Target and Amazon for about $20.


    Give a cute kid some awesome all season boots that are perfect for splashing in puddles, climbing snow mounds and more with a pair from Lone Cone. They have styles for little and big feet starting around $18. Get a Mommy and Me set, or just a kids pair from Amazon.


    If you have a little fashionista on your shopping list, Pediped makes some adorable options for little feet. From styles for holiday dresses to plain comfy shoes, Pediped has so many styles to choose from. Order online.


    Pluffle makes for a fun way to engage kids in sensory play this holiday season. Get a 2 pack from Educational Insights and give a cute kid in your life a way to mold, squish and mix a really fun to touch material! Order online for about $17.


    Brick Mates are a fun twist on building. This kit is like Legos and puzzles come together for a creativity explosion! These give girls a chance to stack up works of art! Order online for about $20.



    This holiday give a gift that is less clutter and does more for turtles by giving a gift that supports the Sea Turtle Conservancy . You get a folder of info about the turtles and a too cute photo of the turtle you adopt with your support. They also give you a little plush turtle to cuddle!

    Best Holiday Gifts for Women


    Are you looking for an exceptional gift for a special lady in your life? I have gathered up some of my favorites for the 2019 holiday season to take the guesswork out of shopping for you! There are gifts on this list for every budget that are sure to wow any woman in your life.

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    Check back often as this list will be updated daily!



    My favorite gift idea for women this year is the Charcoal soap from The Adventure Project. This soap is awesome, and it puts awesome out in the world. Each soap purchased at $20 gives a family in Kenya or Tanzania a new stove. Gift it and feel good! It even comes in a pretty box, so no wrapping required on your part!



    Give the gift of life and beauty in one neatly delivered to your door package with a live plant from Leon and George. I personally appreciated the care put into packaging, and the modern vase and plant stand trivet included. Find them online with a great assortment of live plants made for gifting, starting at about $80.


    Winter can be tough on the skin, so this year, give a special chick in your life the gift of fragrant and smooth skin with Tree Hut Shea Sugar Scrubs. I can't decided which of these winter fragrances I like best, so I recommend buying them all and giving the gift of self care. Find them online or at a number of nationwide retailers.



    Give the gift of relief from achey joints and muscles, and even migraine relief with this powerful healing salve from Healing Botanicals.  It is packed with good for the body botanicals and a healthy dose of cbd for immediate relief. Find it online for about $50 a tin.



    If you need a pretty, practical and convenient gift for a woman with limited space, why not give her a set of Magic Ornaments? This little folder has all of the ornaments you need for your tree. When you take it down, the ornaments fold up like magic for a space saving way to decorate and store all of your pretty things. Get a set online for about $50.



    Make life a little easier for a special lady this holiday season with an automatic counter top paper towel dispenser from Innovia. These are awesome because they are easy to use, and anytime you need a paper towel, you can just wave your hands and get one! Get it from the Innovia site for about $100.


    Journals make for wonderful gifts for the holiday season because there is no limit to how they can be used. This one from Moonster is my favorite. It is gorgeous in all of its simplicity and is durable for use in any situation. Plus the Moonster Leather Journal smells so good that any lady will want to carry it around every where she goes. Check out the Moonster website to view the collection. Buy from amazon, but the website will direct you to the right place.



    Turn a special lady's restroom into the classiest place in town with a bidet. Tushy makes some easy to install and totally life changing units that she needs in her bathroom STAT. You can also gift a to go butt washer and towels to keep her dry and comfy without paper products. Order online for about $80 at the Tushy site.



    I can't stop swooning over the travel train cases from Petunia Pickle Bottom. These are spacious enough for cosmetics, toiletries and short baby bottles, but look so pretty you will want to carry them everywhere. If you are shopping for a woman who is often on the go, grab one of these from the Petunia website or find them on amazon for about $35.



    Leather wallets never go out of style and I found a really great one. Add a Raw Hyd leather wallet to the gifts under the tree and you are giving a gift that will be used for years to come. I love that you can have these personalized and they come in so many styles. Find them starting at about $20 on Amazon.



    Wrap a special lady on your list in a warm hug anytime she may need one with a Blankiegram. These are great because they come in several varieties to match exactly what any lady might need from hugs to healing thoughts, to even yoga phrases. Blankiegrams are a great way to send a personal message this holiday season. Order from the website for about $35.


     If you are shopping for a chick who loves to cook, she needs a great cutting board at her disposal. I love this Walnut cutting board from  Heritage Ware. It is large, handsome and made to last thru tons of chopping, slicing and dicing. Order from amazon for about $50.



    Every girlie girl needs something furry, pink and fab at her disposal. I love these furry triangle clutches from Area Stars. Gift one of these and she will have something totally glamorous at her disposal for New Years Eve or anytime she wants to fancy things up a bit. Order online from the Area Stars website for $75.



    If you want to gift while giving back, consider this Opportunity Serving Bowl and Opportunity Serving Spoons from World Vision. The bowl retails at $150 and the serving spoons at $85. These are truly breath taking. They make me want to have a dinner party every time I look at them. Asides from being an amazing gift, these items help families affected by disaster and poverty through the World Vision  Organization. Order online.



    If you need  gift for a woman who likes to be in control, the Misty Mate is the perfect gift. It gives her a chance to control her climate with a personal misting machine. This is awesome for summer days, hot flashes or just keeping yourself fresh on stressful days. Find online for around $50 at the Misty Mate website.



    Every lady loves a bath bomb. These giant ones from Steve's Goods are perfect for melting the stress of the day away with a dose of CBD and a lot of lovely lavender fragrance. These are great for skin, better sleep and pain management. Find them online at the Steve's Goods for under $14.



    Clipa is a functional gift for ladies on your shopping list. It holds bags, purses and backpacks up to 33 pounds. I love this for when you are out to dinner and there is no where to put your purse, or even worse, in the bathroom with no place to stash it. Clipa keeps your bag clean and germ free for about $15. Buy it on the clipa site or from amazon.



    I am shopping for a few chicks that love jewelry. This year instead of my standard styles, I am gifting some statement jewelry . My favorite is the Faith necklace from Zoe's Loft. This necklace displays your faith in the shape of a cross, for a subtle but strong statement. Get it from Zoe's Loft website for about $25.



    Give a special lady a fun shirt for the weekend from a Portland-based designer is a sociologist by day and entrepreneur by night who creates images and designs that celebrate and share a person’s interests and values. The Portland Mugshot shirt is really comfy for weekend adventures and has a really fun design. Check out all of the designs while you are at it. Get it from Red Bubble for about $22.



    If you have ever had a cosmetic, or even worse, a snack, melt in your bag, you are going to know why this is a great gift for any on the go woman. Featuring a removable ice pack that will keep the contents cool all day long, melting makeup or chocolate bars will be a thing of the past. Get one for a cool gift for under $20 online at the Icy Bag site.



    The hottest gift of the early 90's is back and ready to burn up the holidays again decades later. Give a chick a fanny pack from Sojourner and watch her transform into an instant VSCO Girl before your eyes. I love this pretty translucent one. Get it online at the Sojourner website for about $15.



    Fun socks are always a favorite gift option because it is winter, and everyone needs socks! I love this pair from Oh La Lemon. Featuring pineapple to brighten a dreary day while keeping the tootsies toasty. While you are checking out the site to get these, buy a bunch of other cute things The owners are 14 year old friends and I love supporting young women in business! Get the pineapple socks for $8 from Oh La Lemon.



    While a trip to Paris might be out of the budget, you can add a French flair to her kitchen for $8 with another great find from Oh La Lemon.  I love this line of Paris Dishtowels. Choose from 4, or buy them all online at Oh La Lemon.



    If you are shopping for a woman who loves shoes, she needs Forme  in her life. These are a one of a kind gift idea that is great for a woman who seems to have everything, or a footware fashionista. This shoe shaper keeps her heels, sneakers, boots and or flats looking brand new, but fitting like an old friend and in perfect form. Find Forme online in a variety of sizes for a comfortable fit for under $50.



    Everyone has a tote, so set a special lady in your life apart from the crowd with a high quality leather tote from Moonster. When I saw this bag all I could say is "I want that bag!" then I smelled it, and it is made with real leather, which smells so good! So I knew that this Moonster leather tote bag was high on my list of must haves for the holidays. At $30 it is a steal Get one for any woman on your list this year.



    Give the gift of toasty feet this holiday season with these faux fur lined slippers. They are great indoors, but can also handle a trip outside. These are available in several colors and are really supportive for a comfortable, cozy and slip resistant footwear choice this holiday. Get them from Amazon for about $35.



    If you are shopping for a salty chick this holiday season, Offensive Crayons makes for an unforgettable gift. She can chill with her coloring books while being true to her sassy side. I love that they offer a special holiday set with festively offensive colors. Get them online for under $10 a box.


    This year give the gift of glam for a special ladies nails this holiday season with the Morgan Taylor holiday collection. There are s many colors in the Morgan Taylor collection, but these are a few of my favorites. Find it at Ulta for about $15, or even better get a favorite 8 pack for under $25. These would be great for spreading cheer to all of your chic friends this Christmas.



    If you are shopping for a crafty chic, get her a 24 pack of fabric markers to inspire her winter projects. This is a good set for getting creative with all kinds of fabric based crafts. Crafts 4 All also has a lot of other really great supplies you might want to check out. You can find these fabric markers on Amazon for under $13.



    Give the gift of travel sized toxin free skin care without breaking the bank with My Alchemy Skincare Travel Mini. This 3 product set is TSA approved sized in a handy carry case for exceptional skin care on the go. Find it online at My Alchemy Skin Care for under $65.


    A trip to the salon would be a lovely gift, but why not make the quality of the nail care she has at home exceed what she would find at her local salon? Londontown Nail products brings luxury to her fingertips. I am totally smitten with the colors in their collection, including gray! Buy it online for about $16 a bottle.



    Groove Rings are a favorite this holiday season because they are functional, affordable, and stylish. Get a few for a special lady in your life that is active and never worry about her losing her ring on the next adventure. I also love these for women who experience swelling of the fingers and hands. The silicone groove ring is safe, comfortable and looks good on any finger. Get them online starting at about $30. You can also customize them with a special message.



    The Art for Joy's Sake Watercolor Discovery Journal makes for a gift that offers creative release for an artsy chick on your gift list. This journal gives you a chance to begin drawing, regardless of skill, for the sake of art and joy. Get this online from Kristy Rice's website or from retailers like Amazon for about $25.



    Winter can be brutal for delicate skin, so this holiday season give the gift of healthy and moisturized skin with an assortment of 7th Heaven peel off masks. I love the gold version myself, but there are quite a few to choose from. Add these to a stocking or a DIY gift basket this year. Find them for about $2 at Bed Bath and Beyond.



    The Pillowpia Braiden Pieced Pillow is a great gift that multi tasks like all of the women I know. It looks gorgeous on the sofa or in a favorite chair, but it is also supportive and ideal for napping or cuddling with. Order from the Pillowpia website for $58. They have a ton of lovely pillows to choose from.



    Pillowpia offers so much more than just pillows. I found these simple but adorable modern market totes there too. I love that they are perfect for taking along to the farmers market and toting all of the veggies you buy home. Buy them on the Pillowpia site for about $22.


    If you are looking for a gift for an Asian food fanatic, the double bamboo steamer by Playloff is a great addition to the kitchen. This steamer is great for vegetables, meats and dumplings at home. Order from Amazon for about $37.



    Chicks want to have a little glamour sometimes. This faux fur leopard flap clutch from Areastars is perfect for gifting any girlie who wants plush, luxe accessories in her life. Retailing at $60 this clutch is perfect for completing any outfit and will make her stand out from the crowd on New Years Eve. Order online at Areastars website.



    If you know a lady who is always looking for her keys, add a Finders Key Purse to the pile of presents under the tree for her. These are so handy because they key your keys where you need them. No more searching the bottom of your bag to find them when needed. These also pair with personal safety devices to keep your girl safe anywhere she goes. Order online. Prices start at $5.



    Shopping for a mystery buff? This new one from Ellie Alexander, A Cup of Fear,  sounds like a killer. If she likes cozy mysteries, grab a copy of this one so she can do some sleuthing as she unwinds from the holiday hustle. Oder online from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or a number of other retailers for about $8.



    Make Christmas the bomb with this luxe set of bath bombs from Mom Bomb. These are generously sized, so colorful, and will help any lady relax after the stress of the holidays. This set contains 6 fab bath bombs. Order online from Mom Bomb for $30 and know that your gift helps other families in need.



    Skin care is an important part of every woman's life. This set from Lexli will tone and balance her skin. Made with aloe, this is gentle and effective skin care that is perfect for lifting this holiday season. Lightening Lift Brightening and Firming Aloe Vera Face Mask is perfect for winter use because it is so hydrating to dry winter skin. Order online from Lexli.



    If you ares shopping for a lady that you love to see smile, consider the gift of great dental health this Christmas. I love the Bruush system for my pearly whites and I know that any woman on your list will feel the same. This electric tooth brush has a long battery life, 6 cleaning modes and so many other features. Buy online for $69 from the Bruush website.



    If you are shopping for a woman who loves to be in the kitchen, she will really appreciate this 50% deeper Pyrex baking dish. Available in 3 sizes, these are perfect for anyone who loves to cook and share. The 9x13" casserole retails for about $8, while the 8x8" is priced at $14, making these options that are affordable, useful and made to last. I love the sage lids that really stay put. Buy online or at select retailers.



    Add a smile to her face and an everlasting flower to her desk with this paperweight. I love the message of friendship that these offer. Each resin encased orchid is slightly different to make them as unique as the the woman you are shopping for. Get the Amogha Collections orchid paperweight for about $37 on Amazon.


    If you are looking for a collectible gift that will be treasured for years to come, this cute as a button moose ornament from Precious Moments is the way to go. This is the first animal ornament in the series and is perfect for proudly displaying on the tree year after year. Get The Moose Wonderful Time Of The Year, 1st Annual Animal Series Ornament for about $33 from the Precious Moments website.


    Send your favorite lady to bed with words of love and affirmation with this Pleasant Dreamz Pillowcase. These are awesome for gifting because they are available in several colors and they add a positive impact to the space, and what any woman sees before going to sleep, her pillow. Get it online for about $18.


    Give the gift of self care and great skin with an assortment of masks from Leaders. They have fun and snarky names for each mask and these are a great quality. Add them to a stocking or just buy her one of each! My favorite is Detox and Chill. Get them online for $5 each.


    I am a quirky chick. I wear almost no jewelry, save my wedding ring and a tag that used to belong to my soul dog. But, I saw these pins from The Gray Muse and I literally went wild. These are so funny, snarky and adorable that I want to wear THEM ALL! From pins that say You Can Google That, to sweet pins with slogans like Happiness is Homemade for the artsy and craftsy chicks, these are the best pins on the internet, hands down. Get a few for your winter coat, and a few to share with some sassy sisters in your life for about $10 from The Gray Muse website.


    If you are shopping for an animal lover, these Christmas Cat and Christmas Dog books are a great gift idea. Get them for about $10 from Red Rocket Press and add a lot of holiday cuteness from some furry friends along with a history of both beloved family pets.



    If you need a gift for a woman who likes to travel this Ellis James Tall Cosmetic Bag is perfect for getting all of her must have products in one handy and gorgeous place. This generously sized bag is quilted for a classy look she will love. Get it online for about $30.



    If you want a funny but useful gift for a special lady on your list, might I recommend the Marla Goldberg Original Scream Pillow? It is cushy and comfy, and it offers an outlet for those times she might have the urge to scream into a pillow! Get it online for $35.



    Give the gift of protection with these blue light filtering glasses from Prospek. These are stylish and will filter out the harmful blue light from phones, tablets and computers for happier and healthier eyes. Get them online for kids, adults, and even for prescription lenses. Get Prospek starting at about $35 a pair.



    Give the gift of peace of mind and protection with a Silent Beacon panic button unit. This wearable device can contact an emergency person of your choice, or the authorities with the press of a button while tracking the location to keep your favorite people safer. Find it online for about $100.



    If you want to give the gift of fashion and function for someone who loves to do Yoga, or just dress really comfy and cute, Yoga Club is the way to go. You can order a subscription of delivered to your door, and curated just for you, clothes for someone special. I love that this box involves a quiz to make sure the stylist knows the styles that you like and dislike from go. Get this online for about $70 a box.


    The gift of accessories and jewelry are always good ideas for the fashionable females on your list. These one of a kind earrings from Whitl Woodworking will certainly turn a few heads anytime she wears them. Find them at the Whitl site starting at about $20 a pair.





    Add a comfy pair of pajama pants to her wardrobe that make a statement and making a difference with this pair of Kavari Full Gray Classic Fit Pants from Sudara. This company empowers women in India with a trade and a living wage, while providing great gifts for ladies. Get these pants for about $28 online.

    Holiday Gifts for Women


    It might be closer to the start of winter, but the gift of a sarong with pockets will have your favorite lady dreaming of summer days at the pool with an easy spot for her phone, in her pocket! Get these handy sarongs  from SholdIt online for about $20.



    Ladies love pockets, so give the gift of a cute infinity scarf with a built in pocket with SholdIt. These are pretty great because while we love pockets, fashion designers seem to forget this when making our clothes. With this accessory the problem is solved! Get it online for about $40.


    A smart watch makes for a great gift for any lady who wants to get in better shape, and to get more organized in her life. Get this one from Amazfit for about $200. I love the pink color and how easy it was to set up. Choose from an assortment of displays for a custom  watch. Find it at Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart or Target.



    A great pair of wellies can brighten even the rainiest of days. The line of women's and kids wellies from Lone Cone is perfect for gifting this holiday season. They are cloth lined for comfort and oh so colorful. Get a pair for someone special online. Prices start around $17.



    Crystal deodorant makes a thoughtful gift idea for a special lady in your life. This is a pretty effective option that is free of many of the toxic ingredients of your traditional deodorant. Get it in a number of varieties for under $5.





    Give the gift of improved dental health with a naturally microbial toothbrush. Stuff a Dr. Poltka's in her stocking and watch her smile get brighter over time! Find these online at the Mouthwatcher website for about $5.

    Find all of my holiday gift guides here