Holiday Gifts For The Family

For the first gift guide of the season, let's focus on family. This year, instead of buying for each member of a family, consider a group gift. Not only is it practical, it is also thoughtful. One perfect present that brings parents and children together is indeed, a special gift. These finds for the family are real crowd pleasers.

Cuisinart Popcorn Maker Kit

Who wouldn't love one of these? If the family has a media room or home theater, this is a no brainer. Even without those rooms, this popcorn maker with make every one in the family smile.

Williams Sonoma  or Amazon

Pedro's Tamales

I have sent this gift several times. It's like sending a fiesta in a box! My recipients have loved the tamales. There are 72 all together. Just pick your flavors and add salsa.

Neiman Marcus

Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Double Flip Waffle Maker

Big kids and little kids love Mickey Mouse! And most of us love a waffle. This magic machine will provide smiles at breakfast for years to come.

Amazon      Shop Disney

Mrs. Prindables

If you have ever taken a bite of a Mrs. Prindable's apple, you will know that they are certainly gift worthy and very yummy. QVC offers several gift packages from 5 - 12 apples. Best yet, they ship for free. It is a winning idea for any family.

QVC

DIY Gingerbread House

 Send them everything they need to create a candy coated masterpiece. The entire family can get involved with the festive fun. Send it early so it will be done before Santa arrives.
Williams Sonoma

Game of Phones

Okay kids, for this game, you absolutely can have your phones on the table."This phone game turns your digital sidekick into a tool for a hilarious scavenger hunt." The perfect game for anyone with a phone. 
Uncommon Goods

Stewart Plaid Organic Cotton Family Pajamas

Create a holiday tradition for the family with matching PJ'S from newborn to big daddy. Give a classic gift of coziness.

Pottery Barn

Chef'n S'mores Maker

Named the overall best S'mores maker for 2022 by Good Housekeeping.  Now the kids don't have to wait until Summer. They can have their fave treat any day of the year. Just under $50

Crate and Barrel  or Amazon

 Holiday Cookie Cutter 26-Piece Set
Start a tradition that every member of the family will want to participate. It's a sweet gift under $25. Sold only at 

Williams Sonoma

Wooden Handmade Curved Rummy Cube Game Set 

We just started playing this intriguing game. This handmade wooden (and personalized) set would be so much easier to work with. It will become an instant heirloom. 

Etsy

All-New Echo Dot (5th Gen, 2022 release) with clock 

If your family enjoys gadgets (who doesn't?) and music, more is more. Even if they have an echo already, they can use this one in a different part of the home. This generation actually does so much more than the older models. For my family with four floors at home, this would really come in handy.  

Amazon

Table Topics Family
Family Game Night has never been so enlightening. With over 130 topics to get the conversation going, this is one way to get those teens talking. 

Amazon

Philosophy Magic & Cheer 10 Piece Shower Gel Set

Take the family to a winter wonderland with this 10 piece shower gel and bubble bath collection. They will fight over scents like: Gingerbread Man, Orange Cocoa & Cream, Snow Globe, and more.

QVC

The World's Largest Putting Pool Table 

Looking for an under $100 gift? Get the entire family (age 6 and up) into some friendly competition. This game combines the strategy and gameplay of billiards with mini-golfing skills. Fun!

Hammacher

Touch Free Candy Dispenser

You'll be the family's favorite friend, Aunt, Uncle, or Grand Parent, especially if you fill this dispenser with M & M's or Jelly Beans!  

The Sharper Image

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Games People Play

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That cooped up feeling is real. So the "Shop This " household has taken to playing games during the lockdown. It's great fun with a cocktail in hand and a good playlist in the background. Some of you will spend the holiday weekend at the beach, bar, and bistro. Others of us are left to our own devices as our lives are still on hold.  This game round up brings the family together for some old fashion fun. There's a game for everyone, even unicorns!

Elle Decor Chinese Checkers
I can't count the hours that I have played this game with my parents and grandparents. This version is quite grown up looking but still perfect for
 all ages. 
Amazon

80's Trivia
N is for... Nostalgic fun! Get your nearest and dearest together for some nostalgic fun with the That's So 80s Trivia 
Quiz Game 
Shopbop or Amazon

Jonathan Adler Backgammon Boards
This game never gets old, especially if you put a wager on it! These are fabulous and 20% off this weekend at
Jonathan Adler

Unicorn Croquet Set
Create a little magic in the back yard.  Such a fun set for three year olds 
and up.
Hearth Song

Louise Bourgeois Memory Card Game
"Inspired by the work of artist Louise Bourgeois, this memory game from Third Drawer Down is a stylish update on a timeless party staple." Why not get an art education while you test 
your memory?
Shopbop

Mexican Train
This is the game that we have been playing for the last two months. It's our house drinking game. At heart it's a game of dominos, but it it's also a game of chance and of math skills.  It's a high quality game that is so much fun!
Amazon

Monopoly: Fortnite Edition 
If you want to get your teenage son or daughter out of their rooms, put this on the table. It's inspired by the Fortnite video game. In this version, it's not about how much you own, but how you survive.
Amazon

Baseball Game
Home run fun for the entire family. This game will really be appreciated by fans and bleacher bums this year without the All American pastime
 to enjoy.
Uncommon Goods

Who Am I Family Game
From the silly glasses to the funny answers to the questions, this game is bound to be a laugh a
minute.
Burke Decor

The Ultimate TV Trivia
Well, some of us have been watching a whole lot of TV these days. Maybe it hasn't been a waste of time after all.  With 1000 questions like  "In what California city does The Big Bang Theory take place" and "How many siblings does Marge Simpson have?" There is sure to be a question that everyone knows. Ships for free.
Overstock

Moon Dominos
Here's a modern take on an ancient game. The name comes from the black and white tiles that resemble the Venetian Carnival Masks of Italy. This is a good looking set that's very giftable
 for under $50.
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