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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Wedding Wednesday: Make A Memory With 12 Special Photo Albums

 

Weddings may have changed in style and scope the last year. But the desire to make a memory, and keep the love alive, continues. Even after you have forgotten how the wedding cake tasted, photos bring the memories flooding back.  This roundup of albums features a style and budget for every couple.

Magazine Luxe Linen Wedding Album 

A stunning album that has been professionally made to your specifications.

Albums Remembered

Personalized Photo Album

Isn't this attractive? Black and white is always right, and in this case, it is elegant, too. The scroll design is stunning.

Etsy

Standard Hardcover Album

Nothing standard about this style, but it sure is classic. A professional designer will put together your book with photos you provide. I am shocked by the reasonable prices!

Shutterfly

Velvet Photo Album

Shown in an elegant champagne velvet, this album is luxe to the max. It is available in five other stylish shades. This style happens to be engraved with the phrase. "From This Day Forward." It can also be personalized for an added cost. So lovely!

Claire Magnolia

Hand Bound Photo Books & Albums

It's hard to beat a silk covered album for luxury. They are perfect for weddings, new babies, and all of life's special events. I own one that I used as a scrapbook of my sweet pup, Armani. These books can be personalized, and are so very nice. And why not red?

Rag and Bone Bindery

Peonies Photo Book

By uploading photos, choosing a cover, customizing layouts and captions, you can create the most wonderful memory. Available in three sizes, all are under $70.

Paperie

A Mix Of Wonderful Wedding Albums

I just discovered this brand today, and it is a great source for the bride and groom. The choices of styles are both many and marvelous! 

MixBook

Velvet Corset Album

This chic corseted photo book is one of my favorites. The book itself is covered in a silky velvet. The pages are black and the whole look is so chic!

Claire Magnolia

 Handmade Ruche Silk Album

Oh how lovely! This personalized album comes with its' own matching silk box. It's gorgeous. Handmade in the United Kingdom but ships to you for free.

Black Cat Bindery

Blush Silk Album

Such a beautiful blush pink! And the ribbon lacing adds the romance. You will put this one together yourself, and what fun it will be.
Rag and Bone Bindery

Lush Silk & Velvet Album

This amazing album has been handmade in Paris, France. That stunning silk ribbon is dyed to match the book. I say oui to this one!

Etsy

Personalised Velvet Photo Albums with Sleeves

Short on space? Or maybe you just like the idea of splitting your photos three ways. Think one book for "getting ready" photos, one for the ceremony, and one for the reception. These are quite chic and come in every color under the sun. This neutral colorway will match most home decor.

Arco Album

 

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