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Here is a great stocking stuffer for the dog lover in your life. The Noisy Dog Studio 2007 Calendar is 5.5" by 8.5" so it will fit nicely in a stocking. The recipient will enjoy 12 month's worth of Leigh Jackson's contemporary dog portraits. My personal favorite is April. $16 at Noisy Dog Studio
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I think that Katrina Kaye made these recycled army bags just to tempt me to spend all my money in her etsy shop! I feel like I have died and gone to handbag heaven. The army bags have been given a facelift by incorporating Scandanavian retro 60's and 70's fabric to create a whole new look. $35 at Katarina Kaye
When I was a little girl I had a kermit the frog mug where as soon as my milk hit a certain emptiness, I could see his little head popping through. These elf mugs remind me of that mug. How fun to see a cute elf face peeping through your hot chocolate this winter. $23.96 at Cost Plus
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This Zig Zag CD Holder is clever new way to store and organize CDs in any room of your house without it being an eyesore. I love the little man at the end holding it all up. $49.95 at Wrapables.
Wow - it was back in April that I first posted about the Buddha Bowl but let me tell you about another bowl by those talented folks at Flavour Design. The Udon Noodle Bowl fits in your hands and even comes with chopsticks that neatly rests on top. Mm, makes me hungry for noodles. $28 at Flavour Design.
Mmm, I love fudge, and what's better than a little cup of it that you can just spoon in your mouth. Charssi Spoon Fudge comes in 11 flavors. They all look so good, I can't pick one! But if I had to choose, my tastebuds are wildly curious about Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Lavender and White Chocolate Rose. $9.95 at Charssi.
If you love NPR as much as I do, and you go on road trips, here's an NPR Map that shows you all the stations across the U.S. that carry NPR programming. So, the next time you're driving in an unfamiliar part of the country, at least you know where on your dial you can tune in and catch All Things Considered. $7.95 at Bas Bleu.
Artist Jennifer Syfu creates handmade Lampworked Moretti glass hairpins. These are tiny works of art for your hair. Each hairpin is carefully crafted and measures 2-inches long. I've always had a fascination with glass marbles, and these hairpins look just like that and are affordable as well. $7 at The Starving Artist Bazaar.
Oooh wow! I have a pair of these Twilight Earrings designed by artist Courtney Filer-Dougal and I can't tell you enough how much I adore them. From the pearl luminescent stars to the the tiny garnets that hang asymetrically to the vintage-feeling oxidized silver rings, these are quite a special pair of earrings. The colors also make them perfect for all those holiday parties that will be coming up. You must get yourself a pair - you won't be disappointed! $36 at My Sunset Road.
If you are a handmade soap addict like me, you know that it helps the soap to last longer when you use a soap dish that allows the soap to dry out. This beaded soap dish is unlike any soap dish I have seen and is so fun while being so practical. I received the smaller beaded version the other day and I am in love with it. The beads look like candy! $74 at Ambrosia Porcelain
The Original EcoSphere is an enclosed, self-contained and self-sustaining world that features shrimp, algae and bacteria. This little world demonstrates how life exists on Earth, and how everything needs to be in perfect balance for life to exist. No feeding is required. Although this would be a useful, visual tool to teach children about light, oxygen and carbon dioxide and how each part sustains and regenerates life, this EcoSphere is not a toy. $57.95 and up at Abundant Earth.
What do you get that goth friend of yours this holiday season? No need to visit Hot Topic this year. This dark rose necklace is just what she'll love (and it'll match everything she wears). It's a sterling silver necklace that features a silver rose that's handmade by the hilltribe people in Thailand, and grey and jet black Swarovski crystals for sparkle. $23.90 at Starry Designs on Etsy.
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I got an e-mail recently from a friend whom I've known since grade school. She'd have sleep overs and we'd eat Doritos, drink Coke, play Ouija Board, and freeze the bra of the first girl who went to sleep. Ah, good times! She sent me a link to this Ouija Board keychain, and if you have fond memories of the Ouija board now here's a miniature version you can carry everywhere. $4.49 at Ultimate Key Chains.
If you love those Fortune Tellers at carnivals, you'll love this at-home toy version. Ask your question, wave a hand in front of the fortune teller, hear your answer and watch the crystal ball light up. Fun! $16.95 at Ultimate Key Chains.
One of the things I love about winter is pulling out all my scarves. I am so thrilled that this winter I will have a new Kimonomomo silk scarf to add to my collection. These gorgeous scarves are made from vintage kimono fabric and are not only unique and beautiful but are also warm and soft. I have already worn my several times and received many compliments! $85 at Kimonomomo
This I must have. I love to decorate my home for the Holidays but don't necessarily love everything looking so Red and Green. This Tree Skirt is perfect. $110 at SCAD
With the new Transformer movie coming out soon, I'm sure your kids would be thrilled to have these Transformer soaps in their Stocking this year. Each set of 4 soaps comes with one each of Tropical Fruit Burst, Honeydew & Berries, Root Beer and Pineapple Lime. $4.50 at Kisu Kisu
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Did you leave your heart in San Francisco? The San Francisco Fog Globe will bring back your fond memories while it covers the Golden Gate Bridge in a dense fog (that settles in 15-20 minutes). Also comes in a Cable Car and Landmarks version. $26 at Flax Art and Design
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