Especially picked with you in mind, these are a few of my favorite things. If you see the star, these are the picks I’ve personally experienced. Simply click on the pics. (Spinach Tiger is an Amazon Affiliate, and receives a commission).
For the Traveler
Bose® SoundLink® Color Blue Bundle | Bluetooth Mobile Speaker with Travel Case
Poweradd (UL Listed) 2-Outlet International Travel Charger Power AC Adapter with Worldwide UK/US/AU/EU Jp Plugs +Dual Smart USB Ports for Business Trips.
Travel Electronics Organizer.
The ScotteVest Hoodie has 10 interior pockets, to carry everything you need while travelin, including an iPad.
Tech Cool
Tile Slim – Phone Finder. Wallet Finder. Item Finder – 1-Pack
Echo
- Plays all your music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, TuneIn, and more using just your voice
- Fills the room with immersive, 360º omni-directional audio
*Canon T6i is what I will get when I replace my beloved Canon T3i.
Kindle Fire (this is one of many options)
* I got this nutmeg grinder for Christmas some years back and use it almost every day.
Creme Brule Torch
Safest Culinary Torch – Professional Cooking Torch – Butane Kitchen Blow Torch for Creme Brulee & Searing – Adjustable Flame Food Torch
*I won a Kitchen Aid Mixer in an online giveaway six years ago, and it has been the workhorse of my kitchen.
*The Atlas Pasta Machine has helped me make this pasta many times.
*I have a bread board very similar to this. The bread tray collects the crumbs.
Umbra Ice Cream Scoop
The perfect Ice Cream Scoop because your hand doesn’t get ice cream on it.
Marble Butter Crock keeps butter cool and fresh for 30 days.
*I absolutely love this 7 quart oval Lodge Dutch Oven in Oyster White. Check out a special chicken dish here.
This Cookbook is on my personal wish list.
For Her
Who wouldn’t want a Betsy Johnson purse that looks like a camera bag.
Kate Spade Sunglasses. On my wish list.
I wear my Kate Spade monogram necklace almost every day.
Coffee Lovers
* This Rancilio Silvia is the espresso machine we have had for almost ten years, and recently refurbished. If you want to make a real espresso, this is the best.
A little more affordable and great for travel, the reviews on this Aeropress Coffee Maker are astounding.
Baratza Virtuoso Conical Burr Grinder. This is the very best of the coffee bean grinders.
These cappuccino cups from Italy are fantastic. Cups matter.
The Hario Skerton Ceramic Hand Coffee Grinder is considered the very best hand grinder for the traveling enthusiast and is personally recommended.
JUST FOR FUN
Nashville-opoly Since I live here, I have to have this game, but it would be fun for anyone who wants to visit.
*Amazon Prime – We especially love the original series.
For the Bar
Marquis by Waterford Vim and Vigor Bar Tool Set, Gold
*Luxardo Cherries. Forget the fake ones, and make perfect Manhattans.
*I have these Libby Coupe Glasses, and they are the vintage look I wanted.
*Vinara Wine Aerator – We wouldn’t pour a glass of wine without this.
Mixology Dice – Take your cocktails to the next level.
Gift Guide for Your Pet
Cat Bed, House, Cave, Nap Cocoon, Igloo, 100% Handmade from sheep’s wool , Kivikis Snow Grey Large
KATRIS Lynks Modular Cat Scratcher – 2 Pack, Real Teak Wood Cover
Dog Bed with Memory Foam
This just makes me smile…a lot.
Gift Guide for the Kiddos
Age 2 and Under
Jelly Cat Bashful Lion
Age 2 and Up
Take Heart My Child is Amazon best seller and currently on backorder. Hurry to order.
*As simple as these seem, the twins are nine and have been playing with this Imaginarium block set since they turned two. The blocks come in a cylinder with a lid that has cutouts for each shaped block. Each year, the building will become more sophisticated. This will be the best money you ever spend on a toy!
Lincoln Logs
You can never have enough of these. We keep adding more sets. A great way to get kids off electronics for a while. These have been around for over 50 years and are still beloved by kids who love to build stuff. You will get many years use.
Barbie’s Horse. Living in Nashville, this caught my eye.
Helicopter remote (age 8 and up)
Age 14 and up
High Speed Off Road RC Buggy Racing Monster Truck Remote Control Car (se
Gift Guide for the Grandparents
AcuRite 75077 Weather Forecaster with Jumbo Display, Remote Sensor and Atomic Clock
Sunbeam 938-511 Microplush King Size Heating Pad with LED Controller
Gift Guide for Fitness Enthusiast
Trigger Point Grid Foam Roller
Great for pain relief, massage, muscle recovery.
Withings Sleep & Activity Check
*Sense with Voice Sleep System – Cotton (Current Generation – 2nd)
Weight Gurus Bluetooth Smart Connected Body Fat Scale with Large Backlit LCD, by Greater Goods
Osprey Tempest Day Pack
Ospry Hydration Pack
Water Bottles in Many Colors
*The Every Other Day Diet. This is the the diet I live on. No weight gain for me this Holiday. More to come on this in the New Year.
For Your Health
*Young Living Aromatherapy have this kit and I cannot say enough good things about its rewards or the quality of this aromatherapy. This kit comes with a plug-in diffuser. You can purchase individual aromatherapy but this kit is an awesome value.
- Dewdrop Diffuser
- Premium Essential Oils Collection (5-ml each) Lavender, Copaiba Vitality™, Peppermint Vitality™, Lemon Vitality™, Frankincense, Thieves® Vitality™, Purification®, RC™, DiGize™ Vitality™, PanAway®
- Stress Away™ 5-ml
When in Doubt, Send Food
Ethel M Chocolates are my absolutely favorites. I first tried them in Las Vegas and now every Valentine’s Day I get a box. I save them in the pantry, eating one every night wanting them to last. The lemon creams are divine, but so are their caramels. There’s a tasty reason they get five stars.
Gourmet Gift Basket
Harry & David Moose Munch Drum
Gift Cards are always appreciated.
GIVING
I hope you take the time to enjoy giving gifts to those you love. If you want to expand your giving,these are a few charities we support. You may have your own favorites.
Show Hope, founded by Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth, this nonprofit organization is helping to make a difference for the millions of orphans and waiting children around the world. Primarily they do this through Adoption Aid financial grants that help give orphans families and Special Care Centers in China that help orphans with special needs.
Note: Spinach Tiger is an affiliate partner with Amazon and receives a small commission for purchases. This supports the work behind this website and is greatly appreciated. The charities mentioned are not partners.
Lots of great gift ideas.