Gifts For Mom: Make it Personal

This post, the first of several Gift Guides for Mom, features gifts as unique as she is. She will love that you put in the extra work to personalize her day.  If you are a Mom, make your wish list here.

A Photo Book For Mom

 There is nothing more personal to Mom than her family. Surprise her with this custom made book by you. It instantly becomes her favorite gift. The price is under $50, yet the memories are priceless.

Shutterfly

Scalloped Insulated Personalized Picnic Basket

Most mom's just want time with you. Spend the afternoon with her and take her on a picnic. Pack the meal yourself in her own beautiful basket. The gift is $142.50 (personalized) but the memories will be worth so much more. Don't forget the wine!

Mark & Graham

Andi Cut Out Initial Ring

For the mom who likes bold jewelry. This ring is modern and unique. I'd like one for every finger. It's custom made. Save 15% with Code: MOM15

Sarah Chloe

Isla Wicker Clutch

A chic clutch is always in style. Add her initials and it becomes an instant winner. On sale for under $100. An additional $12.50 for monogram.

Mark & Graham

Set Of Luggage Tags

If Mom is the traveling kind, these tags will get her there in style. Made to order, just for her.

Etsy

Scalloped Personalized Note Pad
Think of all the notes a busy mom takes ~ Honey-do lists, sports schedules, notes to teachers, love notes to you and more. Let her write them with style. You pick her favorite color, monogram style, and number of pages. Priced from $17 - $29.

Preppy Jones

Off Duty Gift Set

Cheating a little with this gift idea, but it does have beautiful ( and funny) embroidery. Made with 100% peruvian cotton, because mom deserves nothing but the best. It's soft  and breathable.  Available with the lovely Fleur Candle $175 or without $128.

Petite Plume

Gracie Personalized Phone Bag

Lovely in red leather, but also available in beige and brown. This bag is so smart for taking walks, holding a child's and or carrying a baby.

J. Crew

Monogram Leather Sandals

Those who know, love their Jacks! I bet she doesn't have a pair of these. Other colors available.

Jack Rogers

Personalized Travel Collection

For the Boho Chic Mom. These bags and robes can be monogramed or personalized. They are gorgeous and lightweight for travel or home. 

Pottery Barn

Travel Bags  Regan Robe

Roxanne Assoulin
Make mom's day with this dainty but modern initial necklace. It's gold plated and perfect for layering.

Net-a-Porter

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Gift The Grad

 

Graduates in 2022 finally get to celebrate their hard work.  Covid cancelled many ceremonies of the last two years.  These practical presents are perfect for every type of grad. Scroll down to get gifting!

1,000 Places To See Before You Die

#Goals for starting out. The college grad has places to go. This book will get them there with style. Not only does it list the best places, it also offers important details like addresses, websites, phone and fax numbers. 

Graphic Image

Perfect For: College grads with wanderlust in their hearts.

Women's Travel Bundles

And off they go. Send her off to college or an after graduation getaway in style. These canvas bags are tongue in cheek chic!

Uncommongoods

Perfect For: All women of any age

Leather File Folders

I have purchased several of these over the years. They are perfect for presenting one's printed resume, or any important paper. Add personalization, and this gift becomes a keepsake.

Graphic Image or Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Guys and Girls graduating from college

The Post Tech Apple Bands

A chic collection of watch bands for her Apple Watch. There's one for every outfit. Under $50.

Nordstrom

Perfect for:  The fashionista grad. It works for high school grads or college coeds.

Stagg Electric Kettle

I have this kettle and have used it daily for at least five years. Love it, and so will your student off at college. They will burn the midnight oil while staying fueled with coffee or tea. Almost a necessity for a college dorm. In black, white or silver. 

Nordstrom

Perfect For: Any college student!

Cleo Tolietry And Weekender Bag

This set will guarantee they come back home, if not just for a weekend. It's super good looking and made from vegan leather and canvas. It may lean a bit to the masculine side, but this girl would carry it as well.

Pottery Barn

Perfect For: Any grad going places.

100% Organic Minimalist Bedding Sets
There is one thing for sure, you want your grad that's off to college to sleep well. These sets, in several colors, will do the trick. They will love their zzzz's in 300 thread count comfort. 

Coyuchi

Perfect For: Any graduate with a b ed in their future

Graduation Photo Album

Handmade memories! this would be a very thoughtful gift. Fill it with memories of their high school days. It's made of linen with self adhesive pages. Available in three sizes and ten colors. Personalize it with your choice of words.

Etsy

Perfect For: High School graduates

College Cityscape Embroidered Pillow

They will take comfort in memories of school days with a pillow embroidered with their alma mater's campus. A keepsake for sure!

Uncommon Goods

Perfect For: College coeds who love to decorate

Kaya Laptop Backpack

Stylish and functional. Fabulous but faux with delicious details like whipstitching, glam gold hardware and multiple compartments. There's a color for every personality.

Calpack

Perfect For: Girls going places!

Candy Stripe Ballpoint Pen

Send her off to live a colorful life with this fun and affordable gift. 
Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Colorful coeds

The Big Picture

Leaving the family pet at home is hard on the college bound. Having a photo of Fido framed professionally will fill the void of puppy love. It's really well done. All you do is upload the pup's photo and they do the rest...even gift wrap it.

Minted

Perfect For: College bound grad girls

Deluxe Personal Cards
Just what he or she needs before they land their first serious job. Moo offers fabulous and unique designs. As a matter of fact, my cards for "Shop This" are from here. You can design one just for them with a phone number, email address or more. It's all affordable, too.

Moo

Perfect For: Guys and Girls graduating from college

Herschel Supply Co. Backpack

What student doesn't need a backpack? It really is a "must have." This style is simple but stylish in a masculine manner. It's priced well.

Mr. Porter

Perfect For: High school or college grad guys

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Perfect Personalized Presents

This year,The Shop This Gift Guide is a big one with over 125 perfect presents. So over the next week or two, I will be breaking it down for you. Personalized presents are always a thoughtful gift. No one's initials are better than our own. This edit features leather cookbooks, lovely linens, darling diaper covers, the best man's duffle and more. Better hurry, these great gifts take time.

Celebration Ice Bucket

I own a few ice buckets, but none of them are monogrammed. These are elegant and will be well used over the years. Also available in silver.

Mark & Graham

Leather Bound Cookbooks

Perfect for the aspiring cook or the experienced chef. These leather bound books by Julia Child or The Joy Of Cooking become an heirloom when you add personalization!

Gigi New York

Personalized Diaper Cover

If you don't know what to get for people who are parents, get something for their child. "Ms. Shop This" wore these every day until out of diapers.  A lovely gift.

Etsy

Custom Phone Cases

Everyone you know has a phone, but most of them do not have one with their name, initials, or fave word on it. An especially cute gift for teens and tweens. Order now for Christmas delivery.

Bauble Bar

Personalized Leather File Folder

I have gifted this fabulous folder several times before. It will be used for their most important interviews and meetings. Very impressive.

Neiman Marcus

Sherpa Anywhere Chair

Sweet and cuddly too. Don't worry about the color, it's a slipcover and is washable. Their name can be added to make it truly a seat of their own.

Pottery Barn Kids

Kessler Medium Duffle

For his next road trip or boys night out. The blind embossed monogram is understated but fabulous.

Leatherology

Gucci Diana Tote

Defined by the bamboo handle, gold Gucci initials, and neon bands for a touch of color. Gucci will make this gift even more special with the recipients initials inside the bag. Other bag colors available

Gucci

Branding Iron & Carving Board

For the backyard barbecue chef. He'll have the best time branding his or her steaks and chops.

Williams Sonoma

Initial Barrettes

A little touch of something personal for less than $10. The gift of a good hair day is priceless.

Baublebar 

Chain Link Pendant Necklace

It's all about the links this season. Add a great toggle closure and their initial, and you have a perfect present for under $40.

Anthropologie

Personalized Makeup Bags

Here's the gift for every woman in your life. They are perfectly sized for handbags. Love the script. You'll love the price at under $15

Etsy

Monogrammed Linen Pillow Sham

One of the prettiest I have found. In fact the entire shop is lovely. No matter who you are gifting this, yourself or others, do it quickly. It will be custom made for you.

Lettrefina

Personalized Leather Passport Case

Oh the places they will go, and with style, thanks to you. This is a gift that will be used by both men and women. I don't have one, do you?

Graphic Image

Good Vibes Denim Jacket

Don't we just want good things for our littles? They will be the coolest kids on the block when they wear this personalized jacket. For sizes 

12 months - 12 years.

The Tot

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