$25-$50

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• Tree Pillow

  

  GIFTS FOR YOUR VALENTINE

  All the sentiment without having to wound some poor unsuspecting tree.

  $30 at Cozy Blue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Laptop Stand and Charging Station

  

  The stand offers a hiding place for your power strip.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Pink Scrubs

  

  Something for her, something for you.

  $32 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• New Blue Stripe Boots

  

  $30 at Gumshoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Jolly Winter

  

  $47 at Shoes.Com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Polka Dots Rain Boots

  

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Aluminum file holder

  

  I love collators like this because they’re so Gal Friday. Use yours for files you like to keep close at hand.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Childrens Welllie Boots

  

  $40 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Fire Chief Rain Boot

  

  $26 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Zens Rubber Boot

  

  $36 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Feb, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Princess and the Frog

  

  He’s got the crown. But he’s still a frog.

  $30 at Asherjasper

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• You Are Here Print

  

  LETTERPRESS VALENTINE CARDS

  Send a print as an oversized Valentine.

  $25 at Roll and Tumble Press

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Super Mega Valentine Craft Kit

  

  Is it time to let the kid use scissors? It’s time.

  $25 at Oriental Trading Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Dudididum - wool felt baby shoes

  

  Less cumbersome than making the baby wear “Cupid” wings all day.

  $40 at LaLa Shoes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Baby Boots, Blue and Yellow Plaid

  

  $28 at Weepereas

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• EDITH HEATH GREEN TWO TONED ASHTRAY

  

  $40 at eCrater

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Lambswool Slippers from Recycled Sweater

  

  $32 at woolybaby

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Tote bag “Autoritratto Nel Bosco”

  

  $33 at Envelop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Bootie Slip-Ons

  

  $38 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Girl’s Down Booties

  

  $34 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Ankle Hi Tramper Infant Suede Bootie

  

  $40 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Rodeo Bootie Pre Walker

  

  $38 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Stanley 1.1Qt Classic Vacuum Bottle

  

  THE COZY UP GUIDE

  Three hours later, and the coffee is still scalding.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Pink Polka Dots Aprons

  

  There are very few situations in which we can endorse matching parent/child ensembles, but this falls safely outside the realm of creepy and squarely into adorable. Proceed.

  $27 at Sur La Table

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Polished Stainless Steel Traditional Champagne Bucket

  

  It’s always best to be prepared for celebration.

  $33 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Double 9 Dominoes Set

  

  THE COZY UP GUIDE

  And Grandma continues to kick your ass.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• PostIt Easel Pad

  

  Until now, your one-b’Air Flightedroom apartment seemed a little cramped for an easel.

  $26 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Urban Pitcher

  

  Suddenly you’re nostalgic for the days when you had a pint glass of milk with your breakfast.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Jan, 2010 by Margaret Mason

• Handmade Fish Hat

  

  Babies make superior bait.

  $30 at Jack The Man About Town

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Linen Bistro Apron

  

  Honestly? Your apron could have a train, and you’d still wind up with flour all over your clothes.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Snow Dogs Snowshoes

  

  THE COZY UP GUIDE

  Maybe now they’ll stop asking you to carry them every three feet.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Rabbit Fur Earmuffs

  

  THE COZY UP GUIDE

  Winter is cuddling season, and warm ears attract sweet nothings.

  $35 at Manual Ornaments-Shining Jewelry

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• White ‘Baroque’ Latte Bowl

  

  Warming your hands against a bowl every morning is enough to turn you against handles entirely.

  $44 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Rustic Modern Holiday Stocking

  

  $40 at Milkpod Studio

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Beach Stone Key Ring Monolith

  

  STOCKING STUFFERS

  Honey, I got you a beach house.

  $45 at Stonz

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• White Christmas Stocking with Vintage Lace Trim

  

  $35 at Tuuni

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Set of 50 Mesh Stockings

  

  $40 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Organic Green Tommy Turtle Pull Toy

  

  The slightly mesmerizing shell on this organic pull toy rotates as the snail scoots along. Small enough for the littlest walker to pull along behind, and pretty enough for mom and dad to set it on the bookshelf for nostalgic purposes.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• White and Turquoise Lotus Cocktail Napkins

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  $26 at Kain Kain Shop

  (Set of 8)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Black Stud Scarf

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  Baby, it’s cold outside.

  $30 at Refinery 29

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Noddy Ooak Teddy Bear

  

  There aren’t nearly enough toddlers dragging teddy bears around by one arm these days. This is America people. Let’s get on our game.

  $39 at TN Crafty Cat

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Functional Rolling Stamp

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  Spell anything you want with this multi-letter stamp. Lets your crafty friend make more professional looking indecent cards.

  $25 at Nothing Elegant

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Apartment Feeder

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  A tiny fire escape feeder for the finches.

  $28 at Pigeon Toe Ceramics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Deluxe Wooden Chomp and Clack Alligator Push Toy

  

  Reduce head bumps by 20 percent.

  $38 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Vintage Necktie Coin Purse

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  $25 at CC Star

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Tullia

  

  BUDGET GIFTS FOR UNDER $30

  $25 at Live In Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Violet’s Friends Unionsuit

  

  $33 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Plaid Pajamas-Navy

  

  $40 at Saks Fifth Avenue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Stars Footed Coverall Pajamas

  

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Dec, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Kid’s Plaid Pajamas-Red

  

  $42 at Saks Fifth Avenue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• White Night Gown

  

  $34 at The Monogram Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• 2010 Forest Calendar - White

  

  $25 at City Blaze

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Kids’ Fleece Footed Sleeper Pajamas

  

  $30 at LL Bean via Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Girls Short Sleeve Horses Nightgown

  

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Perpetual Calendar

  

  $28 at Orange Beautiful

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Long Sleeve Cotton Knit Nightgown Blue Clouds

  

  $30 at Amazon

  (on sale from $37)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• 2010 letterpress wall calendar

  

  $28 at Seasaw Shoppe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Monogram Candles

  

  PERSONALIZED GIFTS, BECAUSE YOU ARE CRAZY THOUGHTFUL

  $26 at Anthropologie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Linda & Harriett 2010 Letterpress Calendar

  

  $30 at Luxe Paperie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Infant Sacques

  

  $30 at Kate Quinn Organics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Engraved Wooden Valet Keepsake Box

  

  PERSONALIZED GIFTS, BECAUSE YOU ARE CRAZY THOUGHTFUL

  He can use it to store love letters. On top of his stash.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Boys Pyjamas, William

  

  $33 at Bohemia

  (price converted from the British pound)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Jersey-Knit Nightgown

  

  $30 at LL Bean

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Hand Embroidered Custom Initial

  

  PERSONALIZED GIFTS, BECAUSE YOU ARE CRAZY THOUGHTFUL

  $30 at SaysYou

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• giggle Better Basics Striped Footie

  

  $28 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Mussel Shell Wreath

  

  I want a beach shack just so I can hang this on the door as a holiday wreath.

  $45 at Glass Tree

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Exquisite Dining Wine Glass Charm

  

  I would personally use these year round. If you feel compelled to have seasonal wine glass charms, it may be time to tithe.

  $27 at Decorate the Diva

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Sweet Heart Rose Girls Ruffle Dress

  

  OK, it’s not your thing. But she’ll remember her princess dress forever.

  $37 at Macy's

  (Reg. $62.00)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Kenneth Cole Little Boys Shirt, Vest and Pants Set

  

  Does anyone else wish you could buy clothing for grownups in sets?

  $40 at Macy's

  (Reg. $68.00)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Bistro Carving Set

  

  $30 at Crate and Barrel

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Nautica Little Boy Vest & Pants Set, Striped

  

  I bought this for my toddler to wear to a wedding recently, and it is crazy adorable. Plus he gets a lot of use out of it for his day job at the bank.

  $30 at Macy's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Porcelain Fortune Cookies- Set of 12

  

  You always order takeout for Thanksgiving anyway. Might as well make it a tradition.

  Fill these fortunes with gratitudes and dial your local purveyor of fine egg rolls.

  $36 at Yoga Goat

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pfaltzgraff Sphere Gravy Boat with Saucer

  

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Fiesta 18-1/2-Ounce Sauceboat, Sunflower

  

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Classic Century Sauce Boat

  

  $48 at Crate and Barrel

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Apilco® Opera Porcelain 6 3/4-Ounce Gravy Boat

  

  $36 at Bed Bath & Beyond

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Freestyle Bow Tie Red Circle Dots

  

  This comes in sizes for boys and men, so technically dad and son could match. Maybe refrain from doing that.

  $25 at Me and Matilda

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Takeout Hooded Cardigan

  

  COZY WEAR FOR KIDS

  $40 at Nordstrom

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Puma Kids Reversible Vest

  

  COZY WEAR FOR KIDS

  $30 at 6pm.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Red Hippo - Reversible Quilted Coat

  

  COZY WEAR FOR KIDS

  $45 at Etsy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Nov, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lefton girl bust

  

  I’m only barely willing to list this. Someone buy her already, she’s perfect.

  $28 at Blue Bell Bazaar

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Napkin Set “Improvvisamente l’estate scorsa”

  

  Envelop lets illustrators turn their work into printed products. I have a feeling I’m gradually going to want everything here.

  $33 at Envelop

  (Set of four.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Itzbeen Baby Care Timer

  

  You haven’t slept in a week. Let technology take care of the diaper change details.

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Cemetery Jars

  

  $25 at Etsy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Owls Pillowcase Set

  

  From the Hogwarts line of home decor.

  $28 at Urban Outfitters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Charcoal Damask Towels

  

  Even your bath towels are rife with mystery.

  $36 at Anthropologie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Physiological Diagram

  

  $35 at All Posters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• The Golden Wishbone

  

  $30 at Nora Aoyagi

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Phrenology Head Model

  

  Now you can read your friends’ head lumps with more scientific accuracy.

  $30 at DY Home Decor

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Watcher Felt Doll

  

  It’s only a voodoo doll if that’s how you choose to use it.

  $30 at Etsy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Middle Head Light Box

  

  Mood lighting.

  What mood are you trying to evoke, exactly?

  $40 at Etsy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Orb Weaver Real Frame

  

  You can almost hear the eerie child’s voice singing, “The itsy-bitsy spider climbed up the water spout…”

  $45 at Etsy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Braaaains

  

  Zombie mobile!

  Why didn’t they have any of this useful stuff when your kids were newborns?

  $30 at Salty and Sweet

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Oct, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Cable Leggings

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES 2009

  $28 at Nordstrom

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Kids Stripe Hooded Sweater

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES 2009

  She’s already starting to borrow your clothes.

  $47 at Nordstrom

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Boys Argyle Crew-Neck Sweaters

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES 2009

  You know those days when you think boarding school might not be such a bad idea?

  $25 at Old Navy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Vintage Jewlery Display Stand

  

  $48 at Blue Bell Bazaar

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Porcelain Robins Egg Salt and Pepper Shackers

  

  $42 at Alina Hayes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Issac Rust Cap

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES 2009

  Be vewy quiet. We’re hunting wabbits!

  $30 at Short Hat Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Willa Jacket in Denim

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES 2009

  Handmade and lined with pink stripes. Which is possibly the only way you’ll get out of buying her a pink coat.

  $45 at Small-ish Designs

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• JGoods Shoe Customization Kit

  

  This kit comes with five colors of shoe paint that won’t “chip, crack, fade or rub off,” so you can design your own shoes.

  This will go one of two ways. Either everyone will ask you where you got your shoes, or everyone will ask why you let your nephew paint your shoes.

  Let’s watch.

  $45 at shopflick

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Meet the Sight Words DVD 3-Pack

  

  I can’t recommend these reading DVDs highly enough. Never has setting my toddler in front of the television been so guilt-free.

  Preschool Prep sent the first DVD about a year ago, and I plugged it in recently, thinking it wouldn’t hold the kiddo’s attention. But there he sat, rapt, as words flashed up onscreen, and then little word characters enacted tableaus. A week later, he pointed to the DVD, which had the word “it’s” prominently on the cover, and said, “Watch It’s DVD, mama?”

  He learned all the words in the first DVD, and I ordered the other two. If you’d like to give your kid a jump start on reading, but aren’t sure how to best approach the task, these are a fantastic start.

  $38 at Preschool Prep Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Crosscut Boards

  

  $28 at Canoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Sep, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Overdoor Hook by Stotz Design

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL FOR GROWNUPS 2009

  Over door hooks are usually so fugly.

  $30 at Nova68

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Manhattan Portage Kids’ Backpack

  

  You sew on a patch of this year’s Disney character, rip it off at the end of the year, rinse and repeat.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Melissa & Doug Deluxe Alphabet Paper Punch Set

  

  You have a whole year of report covers and dioramas ahead of you.

  $26 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Brocade Waste Can

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL FOR GROWNUPS 2009

  $35 at See Jane Work

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lipper International 812 Bamboo Charging Station

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  I don’t know anyone who has bought one of these for themselves, or anyone who doesn’t need one.

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Stanley Classic Lunchbox Cooler and Bottle Combo

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  Everybody’s image could use a little more Working Class Hero.

  $47 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pear Lunch Tote-Fully Lined-With Napkin

  

  $25 at Sugar B

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Book Safe for a Flask

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  They say hiding booze is a sign that you have a problem. It’s also a sign that you have roommates.

  (Technically this was a private listing, but I’ll bet you can request your own.)

  $30 at Pommes Frites

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Dubost Laguiole Cheese Knife Set

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  Fact. Guys like knives.

  Fact. Your groomsmen would use a hand-crafted Bowie knife about as often as Ghandi.

  On the other hand, some nice cheese and a good bottle of wine? Those are your boys.

  $30 at Sur La Table

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• 3 x 5 card Binder with Strap closure

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  Help him tidy up his notes for the toast.

  $35 at Renaissance Art

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• French Rolling Pin

  

  And here you thought the French just used wine bottles.

  $25 at Wood Elements

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Octopus Lunch In Style Lunch Tote

  

  $25 at Blue Thimble

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Twelve South Backpack

  

  A little shelf that keeps your gadgets “out of sight, but not out of reach.”

  via Swissmiss

  $30 at Twelve South

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• OOTS Deluxe Lunchbox with Containers, Blue

  

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Hand Embroidered Brooch

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  Outsized, hand-embroidered brooches that come in a range of critters and insects. It’s rare for me to come across something this unique.

  If you plan ahead, the artist may even let you specify.

  $32 at Hare and Drums

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• 12 Monogrammed Dinner Napkins

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  Excellent for dinner parties, even better thrown over her lap while she eats takeout chow mien in front of the TV.

  $45 at Embroidery by Linda

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Cherry Box with Bronze Fixture

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  For treasures.

  $40 at One Stone New York

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ladies Irish Linen Handkerchief

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  Monogrammed linen handkerchiefs make snotty colds and crying jags seem much more delicate.

  $36 at Monograms Inc.

  (Set of four.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Everything Holder

  

  I don’t know about “everything.” Your cat could probably get out of it pretty easily.

  $29 at Up to You Toronto

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Cheeky Monkey Face Tee with Sock Sleeves

  

  Are you sock-monkeyed out? Me neither.

  $42 at Oliebolen

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lightweight tassel scarf

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  Yet another “you can throw it on with jeans and a T-shirt and look chic” accessory. That’s the only kind of accessory worth owning.

  $35 at The Gap

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Faux Bois Toolbox

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  A retro toolbox attractive enough to leave out on a shelf until the faucet starts dripping. Also comes in several pop colors.

  via I Adore Style

  $45 at Alice Supply Co.

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Jellyfish Cutout Vase

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  The perfect bridesmaid gift for a laid-back beach wedding.

  via Heart Handmade Blog

  $48 at Pretty Random Objects

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• ULO Beach Safe

  

  This small safe locks around the top of your beach umbrella, making it difficult for thieves to steal your wallet or phone without taking a giant, open beach umbrella along with them. And why bother, when the next guy just shoved his wallet in his shoe?

  $25 at Montclair Beach Product

  (Mighty Goods readers get a $5 discount with code cm125.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Aug, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Kanteleen Kutsu Mugs

  

  Brighten your shelves.

  $40 at twentytwentyone

  (For a set of two.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Play Parachute

  

  Did you ever play with one of these as a kid? When all your friends are underneath, the world goes all rose-colored.

  $25 at Cost Plus World Market

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Custom Letterpress Stationery

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  Great with her last name or monogram.

  $25 at Enjoy Design

  (Set of Ten.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Michael Sodeau Scissors

  

  Oh. There they are.

  They’re easier to find when they have their own stand.

  $39 at Matter

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Giddy Giddy Owl Pouch

  

  Your grandmother’s heirloom earrings are missing? Have you checked the purse?

  $30 at itty bitty ladybug

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Scene_9 by Alyson Fox

  

  This print reminds me of all the pleasant hours I’ve spent handing clothes to girlfriends over dressing room doors.

  $45 at Candy Store Collective

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Sailor Skittles Bowling Set

  

  Reinforce your child’s instinct to throw things at people. Adorably.

  $45 at Flora and Henri

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Scalloped Bonnet

  

  A silk bonnet with scalloping over the nape of the baby’s neck. And here you thought baby necks couldn’t get more edible.

  $44 at Flora and Henri

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Fauna Kids T-Shirt - Pigeon

  

  Kids love flying rats.

  $27 at Design Public

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Paper Pot

  

  A tissue box that lets you use regular tissues or a roll of toilet paper.

  via Kirtsy

  $38 at Molla Space

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Branches Reversible Jumper Dress

  

  Stain one side, and flip it right around.

  $40 at Mountain Aven Baby

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Retro Bread Bin

  

  At least now your mouldy loaf of bread won’t just be sitting out on the counter.

  $42 at Scandinavian Details

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Red Zinnia Mug

  

  I love how this mug recalls the kind of detail you’d find on old Japanese porcelain, but in a modern shape. Well done, Ms. Hatch.

  $32 at Molly Hatch Ceramics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Hand Crank Wooden Boat Automata

  

  The kind of toy that reminds you how sweet childhood can be.

  via the ingenious Love it a Lot

  $26 at Cartoon Monster

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Garden Tools

  

  Not only do you not have to pay them an allowance, they want to help in the garden. Cherish this brief window. Next week, they’ll be demanding the car keys and arguing for a later curfew.

  $30 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lotus Porcelain

  

  This Lotus vase gives you a built-in frog, so any arrangement has a more professional feel. Doubles as a sculptural piece when you aren’t using it, which means you don’t have to store it.

  $34 at Inmod

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Arnaud Soubeyran Marshmallow Ropes

  

  These extra-long marshmallow sticks were featured in Domino a zillion years ago, and have been sold out since. They’re so fun (and photogenic) with cups of cocoa. Stock up for camping, or freeze them so you have them on hand when the air turns crisp.

  $29 at Mel and Rose

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jul, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Orange Pueblo

  

  Funky shoes are a family tradition.

  $44 at Livie and Luca

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• iittala Janne Loiske Honer

  

  Your knives can no longer cut butter. Something must be done.

  $27 at Finn Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• BocUe Biz Card Holder

  

  Great congratulatory gift for a new grad. Or for yourself.

  $48 at Bess and Loie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lawn Bowling Dress

  

  You know summer. All that lawn bowling.

  $35 at Olive Juice Kids

  (On sale, regularly $60.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• IHOME Rechargeable Mini Speakers for iPods

  

  About the size of a golf ball, these speakers let you force your music tastes on everyone else, no matter where you are.

  Via Cool Tools

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Clothespin People Craft Kit

  

  You made the dollhouse, let your kid make the dolls.

  $33 at Mahar Dry Goods

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Give It A Rest Utensils

  

  No one replaces their wooden utensils enough. Man, those are furry. Let them go.

  In other words, these make an excellent host gift.

  $25 at Re-Modern

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Discovery Blocks

  

  These hollow blocks offer something for multiple stages. Tiny ones can shake the blocks with bells in them, and then learn to stack as motor coordination improves. Toddlers can use them as tunnels for matchbox cars.

  $31 at Kid O

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pair of Eyelashes Necklace

  

  NECKLACE ROUNDUP

  $38 at Bona Drag

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Endless Mesh Chain Necklace

  

  NECKLACE ROUNDUP

  $25 at Ann Taylor

  (On sale, regularly $79.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Baby Bell Spoon

  

  The bell provides a much easier grip, plus a more compelling reason to shake the spoon until it flings sweet potatoes against the wall.

  $48 at Greener Grass Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Solar Lantern

  

  These solar-powered lanterns have a feminine, floral feel, like big glowing camellias. I love the idea of a girly outdoor space.

  $40 at SFMOMA

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Glass Sugar Castor

  

  $49 at Museum of Contemporary Art

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Weber Go-Anywhere Charcoal Grill

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Now he can take his talent on the road.

  Sigh. It just isn’t a Father’s Day Guide without a grill.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• The Complete Sherlock Holmes

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  You might also want to get him a pipe.

  $45 at Borders

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Grizzly H0844 3 Drawer Portable Tool Chest

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  A new toolbox makes a guy want to fix things. Or just reorganize his tools.

  $42 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pear Salt Cellar

  

  SALT CELLAR ROUNDUP

  $45 at Jayson Home and Garden

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Outset F240 Leather Grill Apron

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  You know, for changing diapers.

  $40 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Chatty Owl Reversible Baby Bonnet

  

  $28 at Bloom Woosie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Newborn Noonie

  

  Laughing baby included.

  $45 at Lalas Pequenos

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Jun, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Floral Onesie

  

  So cute, I’d put it on my son.

  $25 at Brooklyn Junior

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Two-Tone Nesting Bowls with Lids

  

  When you and your guests are into the second bottle of wine, it’s so satisfying to just pop lids onto the serving bowls and throw everything in the fridge.

  $28 at Urban Outfitters

  (Set of four.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Twig Jewelry Stands

  

  You’d probably wear your necklaces more often if you didn’t have to spend a half hour untangling the one you want.

  $34 at Aldea

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• A Field Guide to Weeds

  

  The Curiosity Shoppe description says it best, ”A Field Guide to Weeds by Kim Beck is not a book, it’s a surprise.” Inside you’ll find colorful plant silhouettes. An excellent journal for someone who likes to write in the margins.

  $25 at Curiosity Shoppe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Sigg Mini Food Box

  

  A super lightweight, leakproof aluminum lunchbox to house your recession lunches.

  $25 at Wiggle

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Baby Head, Grow your own wheat grass kit

  

  Ch-ch-ch-chia… baby.

  $37 at Revisions Design Studio

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• CSL Boutique Mod Kaleidoscope Jumper

  

  Do they make toddler gogo boots?

  $45 at Candy Stick Lane

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Red-Stripe Long Johns, Organic

  

  The kind of jammies you’re wearing in your favorite picture of yourself as a kid. You can still remember how soft they were.

  $38 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Red Dahlia Earrings

  

  Your boyfriend is always whining about how flowers just die anyway. Ahem.

  via Mixed Plate

  $28 at Feisty Elle

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Alex Toys Rainbow Rollers

  

  Encourage your kid to be an engineer. Or a race car driver. I hear that’s very lucrative.

  $36 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Inspiration Board Clip Stand

  

  You keep meaning to do a cork wall, or hang a bulletin board, or paint the entry way with magnetic paint. Why not just plop this on your desk, and spend the the extra time working on your dreams?

  $34 at Shoestring Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Tone Bells

  

  Every metal bell has a different tone. And you’ll get to experience each tone again and again. And again.

  $49 at Pottery Barn Kids

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Alarm Clock Station

  

  Inspired by traditional railway clocks in Japan.

  via bb-blog

  $49 at Muji

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• DevaCurl B’Leave-In

  

  I use this whenever I want my hair curly without any stiffness. You put it on wet hair, and it helps you retain curl and controls a bit of the frizz (though I also use a bit of John Frieda Frizz Ease once my hair has dried). Keeps your hair soft, and smells nice and clean too. Thumbs up.

  $27 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Seville Night Light

  

  You’ve outgrown the Strawberry Shortcake one. This is a nice alternative.

  $35 at Michelle Varian

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• MOMA Baby Footprint Kit

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Is she really gonna mix up a plaster kit, or get ink all over the baby’s feet, when she’s too tired to shower?

  Via In Style Magazine’s Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100.

  $30 at MoMAstore

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Portrait Sketch Print

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Hand-drawn line portraits based on the photo you provide. Great price, lovely sentiment.

  This is from Cool Mom Picks 2009 Mother’s Day Guide, go have a look.

  $35 at Kiki and Polly

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Women’s Felted Slippers

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Her feet are always cold.

  $42 at French Pressed Knits

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 May, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Envirosax Flora Pouch

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Five bright, reusable shopping bags let her match her bag to her outfit when she goes to the farmer’s market. Crucial.

  $38 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Hand Knit Blue and Yellow Cardigan

  

  $30 at NMac52

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Au Chocolat Gift Tea Set

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  She adores chocolate, but she’s watching her weight. And you’re no saboteur.

  $34 at Mighty Leaf

  (On sale, regularly $42.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Wine Decanter

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  $36 at Rare Device

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Surplice Baby-Doll Pajamas

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Men’s T-shirts and sweatpants isn’t a look that’s working for her.

  Side note: These jammies have a crossover neckline, so if she’s a very new mom, she can even nurse in them.

  $34 at Garnet Hill

  (On sale, regularly $68.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• French Press Coffee Cozy

  

  Make yourself a pot, and sit down to your work.

  via Little Red Caboose

  $28 at Kikiknits

  (Designed for a 1 Litre / 8 cup coffee or tea press.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Sterling Silver Hollow Keepsake Locket

  

  2009 MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  An oversized glass locket waiting for a lock of hair, or the first flower your little guy picks for mom.

  $45 at Heartworks by Lori

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lacquer Card Box

  

  Now you have a dedicated place to put all those cards from networking events. So you can ignore them in a more organized fashion.

  $29 at Urban Mercantile

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Long Sleeve Jumper

  

  Supersoft bamboo and organic cotton jumper with contrast detailing. You can never have enough of these baby basics. As you may have heard, babies just put their spit-up anywhere.

  $33 at Bebe Fiore

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Channing Peep-Toe Flat

  

  Hello, Spring. I’ve been waiting here with my picnic basket.

  $36 at Payless Shoe Source

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Two Ceramic Containers in Rich Yellow

  

  I keep my bathroom hand cream in a ceramic container, and it was such a relief to get rid of the ugly plastic jar. Plus, I find myself using hand cream more now. Mmm, unctuous.

  $35 at Found Vintage Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Nadia Slouched Boots

  

  At this price, it’s worth risking that they’ll be wildly uncomfortable.

  $35 at Forever 21

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Burgundy Fortune Cookie Handbag

  

  15 UNIQUE BRIDESMAID GIFTS

  I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. I’m a big fan of purses that look chic hanging from your wrist while you’re holding a cocktail.

  Cheers, ladies.

  $25 at Build A Nest

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ship-in-a-Bottle Plate

  

  Wanderlust with your evening pasta.

  via Coco Kelly

  $25 at Sarah Burden

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Shape typeset, 2006

  

  The kid is two months old, so the alphabet poster? It’s really more for you.

  via Cookie’s Alphabet Poster Roundup

  $47 at twentytwentyone

  (Price converted from British pounds.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• 1-2-3 Grow With Me

  

  Now you don’t have to rip the doorframe out of your rental when you move.

  $44 at Inklore

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Japanese Masking Tape

  

  BACK TO SCHOOL FOR GROWNUPS 2009

  Look at all those colors! And this masking tape comes in gorgeous patterns as well. Use it in lieu of ribbon when you’re packaging gifts for shipping.

  via the impeccable Jordan Ferney

  $37 at Big Cartel: Happy Tape

  (For twenty rolls.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ninja vs. Pirate

  

  Ninja versus Pirate mobile. Who will prevail?

  via Kirtsy

  $30 at Salty and Sweet

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Diva Dress

  

  $25 at Little Diva

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Reversible Birdie Dress or Top

  

  $36 at All the Numbers

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Shouri Stripe Woven Shirt

  

  $35 at Lollie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Castro Boy’s White Button On Sailor Suit

  

  Hey there, sailor.

  $45 at Grammie's Attic

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Blu Dot Bolster Pillow

  

  Lumbar pillows to make your couch slightly more computer compatible.

  $49 at Modern Seed

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Finish Line Doormat

  

  Last one home’s a rotten egg!

  $34 at Greener Grass Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Mod Fern Lounge Set Custom Sizes

  

  $42 at Mountain Aven Baby

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Jumper dress in Amy Butler Coriander

  

  $32 at All the Numbers

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Boys Plaid Suit

  

  There’s a limited amount of time the boy’s gonna let you get away with the chauncey-wear. Start early.

  $40 at Beane and Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Apr, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Fora in Red

  

  The best home for a trashy novel, a tube of sunblock, and a bottle of beer. It’s not beach weather yet, but we can dream.

  $38 at Bayan Hippo

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Free Spirit Combination Cup/Saucer

  

  $37 at Relish

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• The Sound Advice Project Bracelet

  

  Record a message online, and this bracelet represents the sound waves using beads of various sizes.

  The Sound Advice Project was conceived as a way to remind kids to avoid drugs, but you can record any message you like. Great for sweet nothings, good luck wishes, and the like.

  via BMD Love Blog

  $25 at The Sound Advice Project

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Lacquer Boxes Set

  

  I have a few of these, and they’re useful for quick tidies of the junk that collects on desks and dressers. Great price, too.

  $25 at Crate and Barrel

  (On Sale, regularly $35.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Easter Egg Nesting Dolls

  

  $30 at Sensational Beginnings

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Seasonal Fruits Of California Print

  

  Price correction! Apologies for the typo.

  $45 at Little Paper Planes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Butter Lunette Clip-On Shade

  

  This smart shade clips on over a bare bulb. Great solution for a renter who wants to replace fugly light fixtures without going broke.

  $38 at Relish

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Stormy Weather - Silk and Swarovski Detailed Headband

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS, 2009

  Easter bonnet, the update.

  $30 at Frosting Couture

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• White/Yellow Reversible Scroll Turkish Cotton Bath Towels

  

  $30 at Cost Plus World Market

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Route Salesman Freestyle Bow Tie

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS, 2009

  Get him fancied up for the Easter Parade.

  via Snippet and Ink

  $36 at XO Elle

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Marge the Jack Rabbit Love Creature

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS, 2009

  $35 at Look What I Can Do

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ultimate Egg

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS, 2009

  A set of three chocolate and praline eggs packed inside actual egg shells. Rad!

  This is exactly the kind of thing I’d try to make on my own. Twelve hours later, cut to me spooning melted chocolate into my mouth and weeping.

  $29 at Bissinger's Confections

  (For three eggs.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Bamboo Bowls

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS, 2009

  You’ll use it as an Easter basket, they can use it as a salad bowl.

  $35 at Cost Plus World Market

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ornamented Metal Lace Drain

  

  Now when the voices of lost children float up from the drain, you have a better visual.

  via Love it A Lot

  $40 at Rose and Radish

  (On sale. Regularly $100.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Telegram Personalized Notecards

  

  $47 at Paperwink

  (For 25 personalized cards.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Felted Magnolia Lights

  

  This looks like a string of luminous creatures just hatched. Their glowing shells captivate you just long enough for them to claim your body as a host.

  via Bliss

  $39 at Helene Magnusson

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Feather Pin 549

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  Boutonniere update, baby.

  $40 at Cooper Hewitt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Leather Card Case

  

  $30 at Martin and Osa

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Green 100 Journal Set

  

  Handling a blank notebook thrills me. It’s the ultimate metaphor for possibility.

  This is a set of ten recycled paper notebooks in an array of colors. Great gift for a writer or student.

  $30 at Black Ink

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Glass Water Bottle Decanters

  

  I’m wishing these had screw-tops so they could be the new hipster Sigg bottle, but it looks like they’re just glass stoppers.

  Still, great on top of the bar.

  $32 at Perpetual Kid

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Swimcap Cosmetic Bag

  

  It’s made of an actual swim cap, and is waterproof. Which means that when your little bottle of conditioner explodes at 1,000 feet, it doesn’t ruin all your clothes.

  $36 at Black Ink

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Nature Coaster Set

  

  $30 at Elsewares

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Rosette Fascinator Headband

  

  Are you having a wedding? As a favor to me, please outfit your bridesmaids with a set of these headbands. I want to see them all lined up in a pretty little row.

  via Love it a Lot

  $30 at Giant Dwarf

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Ceramic Doll’s Face Ring

  

  This gothy doll face ring makes me nostalgic for my china dolls.

  $30 at Mixko

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Mar, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Silhouetted Wood Coasters

  

  via Craft Blog

  $25 at Peppersprouts

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Flower Ring-sterling silver

  

  $31 at mu urban jewelry

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Wood Tape Dispenser

  

  $30 at SFMOMA

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Hollow Half Dollar

  

  A half dollar with a slot inside for secreting love notes and spy documents.

  $36 at Kiosk

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Set in Stone, Moss Pendant

  

  The moss is actually made of acrylic materials, so you don’t need to, like, keep your necklace alive.

  $35 at Adorn Jewelry

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Bear and Tree Mug

  

  MUGS ROUNDUP

  $25 at Hummingbird Studio Pottery

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Rocket Mug

  

  MUGS ROUNDUP

  $25 at Danmade

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Bird Mug

  

  MUGS ROUNDUP

  $32 at Susan Smith Clay

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Confetti Necklace

  

  via bliss

  $48 at Blue Moss

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pinecone Box

  

  I want one of these so I can fill it with pine nuts.

  $38 at Canoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Feb, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Gort Robot

  

  Enjoy his company. Until he rises up and enslaves you.

  $30 at Pearl River

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Pocket Rocket

  

  MY KINKY VALENTINE

  It’s not a neck massager, it’s a vibrator – for your vagina. It’s small, non-threatening, and not shaped like a penis. Start here.

  $29 at Good Vibrations

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• I’m Your Valentine Silk Scarf

  

  MY KINKY VALENTINE

  You choose whether to wear it tied around your neck or your wrists.

  $45 at Expressions in Silk

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Stones Bracelet

  

  $40 at Anne Black

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Rockstar Headphone Splitter

  

  Share your iPod with up to five people, or access songs from multiple sources.

  $28 at Flight 001

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Stencil101

  

  A how-to stencil guide with twenty-five card stock stencils. Stencil lampshades, walls, and clothing.

  Now if only you could get the cat to hold still.

  $25 at fred flare

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Furni Wrist Watch

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFTS FOR NEW DADS

  A gentle reminder to be on time for the sitter.

  $30 at Park Life

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• High Temp Salt and Pepper Cups

  

  You can use these cups to heat your sake or as salt and pepper cellars on your table. But not at the same time.

  $39 at Horne

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• Street Art Coloring Book

  

  Coloring books are therapeutic. This one also makes you feel urban. You and your crayons are so edgy.

  $31 at Singulier

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• Ceramic Elephant

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA SUMMERS FROM MIGHTY HAUS

  I have strong attraction to things that bring good luck. Perhaps it’s because I live in Detroit. Elephants for Everyone!

  $29 at West Elm

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• PopMats! Darling Recycled Paper Placemats

  

  $25 at Delight

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Medium Pedestal Moss Terrarium

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA SUMMERS FROM MIGHTY HAUS

  The Irish girl in me is drawn to miniaturized green hills.

  $34 at Gnome Homes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• Academy Skirt

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA SUMMERS FROM MIGHTY HAUS

  I love the fit of this skirt, the dropped waist and slight a-line is flattering for the more curvy among us.

  $35 at Christa-Taylor

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• First Aid Box

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA SUMMERS FROM MIGHTY HAUS

  It has compartments for medical supplies (not included), but you could also use it to stash tampons in the bathroom.

  $25 at Annie's Blue Ribbon General Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Jan, 2009 by Melissa Summers

• Custom Silkscreened Pendant

  

  Choose a photo, and Kiku makes it into a pendant. Resist the urge to send something pornographic.

  $48 at Kiku

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Custom Wedding Cake Toppers

  

  $43 at Goose Grease

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Thermos Stainless-Steel Insulated Bottle

  

  GIFTS FOR STUDENTS

  $34 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• Bottle Opener Buckle, Black

  

  GIFTS FOR STUDENTS

  $25 at Metalogical

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Jan, 2009 by Margaret Mason

• USB Heated Gloves

  

  GIFTS FOR STUDENTS

  $25 at Perpetual Kid

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Morgan Mary Jane Pumps

  

  $27 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Black curly feather headband

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $34 at Feather Brain

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Blush

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $35 at Glittery Blue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Natural white - Feather Headband

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $26 at RoyalPrincess

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Black and white feather flower comb

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $30 at SHCreations

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Violet Puff Rosette Headband

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $42 at Charm School Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Feather Fancy

  

  FASCINATOR ROUNDUP

  $40 at SHCreations

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Handmade Compass

  

  $30 at Wood Elements

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Strap Pod

  

  Steadies your shots, and fits in your pocket.

  via Cool Tools

  $30 at Kirk Photo

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Chocolate Mice

  

  $30 at L.A. Burdick

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• GurglePot Lovely Koi Pitcher

  

  Our household has a collection of what we call “animals throwing up pitchers.” The rule is that they all have to be attractive enough that no one questions why we own them. These would fit right in.

  $43 at Delight

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Satin & lace teddy

  

  $25 at Victoria's Secret

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Two-Layer Union Suit

  

  15 UNIQUE GROOMSMEN GIFTS

  I’m suggesting this purely for the photo op of your entire groomscore in red underalls.

  $40 at LL Bean

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• 12 Month Play Dough Subscription

  

  OF-THE-MONTH-CLUB GIFT GUIDE

  When the all the old dough is dried up in the fibers of your carpet, a new package arrives! Convenient.

  $27 at Do Si Dough

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Dec, 2008 by Melissa Summers

• Zip Wavy Pleats

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP 2008

  From the Etsy Modern Design Gift Guide.

  A bag to keep all the stuff you’re constantly switching from purse to purse.

  $28 at York Town Road

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Crumpler 3 Million Dollar Home Shoulder Photo Bag

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP 2008

  Not Martha Gift Guide

  I own one of these, and use it almost every day. The logo comes right off with the help of an X-acto knife, and I find it invaluable for travel, so it’s a great gift if you have a loved one who’s into photography.

  Megan’s product raves were among the early inspirations for Mighty Goods, so go check out the rest of her guide picks.

  $34 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Gold Magnetic Vases

  

  You put the included strip of metal under a table cloth and place the “floating” vases on top.

  $43 at A&K Unique Gifts

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Japanese Plum Earrings

  

  Statement earrings, for days when you need to dress up your comfy basics.

  $38 at Melanie Favreau

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• iPhone/iPod Touch Case with Carved Flowers

  

  $45 at Full Sun Designs

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Glass Bottle Collection

  

  More glass things made to look like plastic things. Cute as a water pitcher on the dinner table.

  $40 at Lekker Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• The Believer Bundle Jumble

  

  GIFTS FOR SMART PEOPLE

  The Believer is a monthly magazine for readers and writers that feels good in your hands. It features luxurious book reviews and in-depth interviews with authors printed on heavy-stock paper. Individual issues are about $10, and a yearly subscription is $45, so this jumble pack of ten issues is an amazing deal.

  $25 at McSweeny's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Dictionary T-Shirt

  

  GIFTS FOR SMART PEOPLE

  Finally, the definitions for albatross, albeit, and albino conveniently at hand.

  $30 at Regional Assembly of Text

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• The Zodiac

  

  GIFTS FOR SMART PEOPLE

  A celestial globe that lights up, and maps out the constellations. Also, it will continue to look cool on a shelf for years to come.

  $40 at Geomart

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Felt Coasters

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  Your takeout coffee in a jam jar is always leaving rings on the table.

  $40 at Olive Brown

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Green Stanley Flask

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  Maintains beverage temperature, so your Irish Coffee will always be pleasantly scalding.

  $25 at Sundance Catalog

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• The Berliner Ensemble Thanks You All

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  An envelope containing twenty-eight of Marcel Dzama’s quiet and sometimes disquieting prints. All suitable for framing. (Click on that link. Do it.)

  The packet also includes a scrapbook, an insert card, and an oversized poster.

  $42 at McSweeny's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Skase Tea Cup Set

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  A scuptural teacup with a Manchurian walnut “saucer.” Looks as good on your desk as it does in your hand.

  via Kanye West

  $37 at Steve Watson

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Unicorn

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  Magical.

  $36 at Daga Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Children’s Finger Puppet Nativity

  

  NATIVITY SET ROUNDUP

  $40 at Yonder Star

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Cubist Cherry and Mahogany iPod Stand

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  This artist has a few cool accessories for iPhones and iPods.

  This is a stand that lets you, or a fidgety toddler, watch video hands free. There’s a more compact version for travel, and he even has mahogany cases, if that’s your thing.

  $40 at Dinsmore's Workshop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Dec, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Poppy Floral Notecard

  

  $25 at Color Box Design

  (Set of ten.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Garden Tools

  

  $30 at Cooper Hewitt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Boardwalk Arcade, Limited Edition Silkscreen

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  Misspent youth.

  $25 at Alisha Gould Designs

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Fleece Leia Wig

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  You’re on your own with the gold bikini.

  $49 at Bleu Arts

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• 3 Pod Charging Station

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  Your devices fit in the slots, and the base hides a power strip and all the gadget cords. Ahh.

  $45 at Kangaroom Storage

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Smart Strip Power Strip

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  When computer peripherals (like scanners and printers) are plugged in, they still suck power down even if they’re turned off. This Smart Strip senses when your computer is turned off and shuts down your peripherals too. Saves cash, saves the world, and so forth.

  $40 at Smart Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• iPhone and iPod Gloves

  

  16 PERFECT GIFTS FOR GEEKS

  Douglas Gill Championship Gloves are technically sailing gloves, but the tip of the pointer finger and the thumbs are exposed, so voila! Navigate at will.

  $28 at Mauri Pro Sailing

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Jersey Sleep Pants

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $30 at Eddie Bauer

  (On Sale, regularly $40.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Red Footed Cotton Jersey Pajamas for Adults

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $40 at Footypajmas.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Walnut Grove Muslin Nightgown and Mop Cap

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $45 at Patti's Originals

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Polo Ralph Lauren Manhatten Stripe Woven PJ Top and Pants

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $25 at Macy's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Kate Quinn Infant Saques

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $30 at Little Urbanites

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sarus Flight Pants

  

  HOLIDAY PAJAMAS ROUNDUP

  $48 at Anthropologie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Manzanita Butterfly Shawl Pin

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR WOMEN

  A butterfly landing on your shoulder is good luck, but it also comes in bird.

  (Shipping is free to most locations.)

  $35 at South4th Woodcraft

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Vintage Button Scarflette in Pure Wool

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR WOMEN

  A scarf that fits in her coat pocket when she’s not using it.

  $36 at Sheep's Clothing

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Box Advent Calendar

  

  ADVENT CALENDAR ROUNDUP 2008

  $40 at AE Baby

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Gift Advent Calendar

  

  ADVENT CALENDAR ROUNDUP 2008

  $28 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Leaf Felt Advent Calendar

  

  ADVENT CALENDAR ROUNDUP 2008

  $40 at Bugs and Bones

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Lego City Advent Calendar 2008

  

  ADVENT CALENDAR ROUNDUP 2008

  A new Lego toy every day.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• 24 Exclusive Advent Calendar Pouches

  

  ADVENT CALENDAR ROUNDUP 2008

  $48 at Nuvonova

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Van Gogh Gumdrops Cookie Kit

  

  All the fun of decorating cookies without the mess of baking. Comes with twelve blank sugar cookies, and ten food-coloring markers.

  Great for busy moms, or far-away aunts and uncles who’d like to send some cheer. Also makes a great birthday party activity and take-home favor.

  $45 at Gumdrop Cookie Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Target: 10 Little Black Dresses Under $40

  

  We just did a post for Target on little black dresses, and I can’t believe how many cute, affordable options they have. This one is the Merona Neck Pleat Dress. Go have a look at the rest.

  $25 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Thaw Candle Holder

  

  The votive portion of this candle is made of ice. It melts back into the ice mold as the candle burns.

  $39 at Generate Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Nov, 2008 by Melissa Summers

• Spare Tire Belt

  

  A surprisingly attractive belt made from a bike tire tube.

  via Uncrate

  $45 at Snack On

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• The Suzuka Card Wallet

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR GUYS

  A wallet that won’t make him feel like his dad.

  $36 at Karmaloop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Tiffany Playing Cards

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR GUYS

  Remind him that good things come in little blue boxes.

  $30 at Tiffany & Co.

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Stewart

• Laquered Jewelry Box

  

  Right now you can get free shipping on any Delia’s order over $25 if you use the checkout code DWRAFF. Valid through 12.18.08

  $49 at dELiA*s

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Grab & Go Portables, by Anthony

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR GUYS

  Airport security won’t “Bah humbug!” these luxury toiletries. Now if you can just get him to pack his own toothpaste, you can travel together in peace.

  $35 at Sephora

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Stewart

• Black and light

  

  *Lovely patterned candles that glow all over when lit. They come in all kinds of patterns, including white on white.

  *Yikes! Price typo on the earlier post. Our apologies.

  $46 at Black and Light

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Maharam Memory Game

  

  2008 STOCKING STUFFERS FOR GUYS

  Help him keep his wits about him.

  $36 at Design Within Reach

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Stewart

• Peeled Snacks Fruit Picks Variety Pack

  

  Holy holy – these dried fruit and nut packs are delicious. They taste so fresh, much more lively than their bulk-bin counterparts. Peeled even wraps the nuts separately so they don’t get all soggy in the packet.

  Great to keep in the car for an an emergency blood sugar dip, and there are so many flavor options. The pears are my favorite, but the Shock-olate (pears, apricots, almonds, walnuts & dark chocolate) is worth trying too.

  $25 at Peeled Snacks

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sizzle Pendant

  

  $38 at Verre Encore

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Nov, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Tuscan Barbecue Polenta Chips

  

  As it turns out, deep-fried polenta is a great idea. Salty, crispy, delicious, with a slight corn-nut aftertaste. The company sent a big box of snacks, and these were gone immediately.

  While you’re at it, try their avocado-oil fried potato chips. Almost makes you feel virtuous about eating chips.

  $26 at Good Health Natural Products

  (For a pack of 12.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ben Franklin Dish

  

  A small glass dish to hold your change. Ben will be silently proud of your thriftiness.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Set of Two Green Trays

  

  Two green plastic divided dinner trays, like you’d find in middle school….or prison. You didn’t know you needed them but you do. They’ll go on your desk to hold various odds and ends, they’ll go on your dresser to hold your jewelry, or you’ll serve up your own TV dinners.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ollie Tropical Hat

  

  $32 at Short Hat Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Louisiana Travel Plate

  

  Featuring The Superdome. Enough said.

  $40 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Mushroom Cookie Jar

  

  I’m feeling nostalgic for cookie jars. This petite, toadstool version is a perfect home for your treats.

  $45 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Unicorn Plaque

  

  You know someone spent all night at the carnival trying to win this. And all you have to do is click. Sometimes, the world isn’t fair.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ernie Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  You’re also gonna need a rubber ducky.

  $44 at NotTheKitchenSink

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Star Wars Princess Leia Slave

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  If you’re gonna go sexy, go all the way.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Two Taper Candle Holders

  

  Set of two low-profile taper holders. You look hotter in candlelight.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Little Lion Costume Beanie

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  $45 at Babai Alainn

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Oval Wire Basket

  

  I use a similar basket to hold cedar balls on a shelf in my closet. You can use yours for bread, mail, pens, or your keys. Or paint it a bright color for a look-alike version of the Alessi at MoMA.

  $45 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Jekyll and Hyde Adorable Sock Monkey

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Cute for Halloween, or for a Wednesday at playgroup.

  $40 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Retro Wooden Goblet

  

  Use a pillar candle as a centerpiece, set candy out on your desk, store keys and loose change, or toast your Viking friends.

  $45 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ghostbusters

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  “Why worry? Each one of us is carrying an unlicensed nuclear accelerator on his back.”

  $40 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Amy Winehouse Wig

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  They tried to make you go to rehab, and I said…

  maybe you should look into that.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Little Gnome Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Someone stole the baby from the garden.

  $45 at The Radical Thread Co.

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Carrie Prom Nightmare Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  It was bad, Mama. They laughed at me.

  $28 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Abe Lincoln Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Girls, instead of pants, wear fishnets, and voila! “Sexy” Abe Lincoln.

  The best part is you can wear it again when everyone at the office dresses up for President’s Day.

  $40 at Buy Costumes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pamela Multi-Strap Wedges

  

  Cute disco shoes on the cheap. Ideal for your next key party.

  $32 at Le Train Bleu

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Zombie Pillow

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  If he only had a brain.

  $49 at Cipolla Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ceramic Owl Lantern Vintage Design White

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  $36 at Fruit Fly

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Monster Mash Shadow Puppet Set

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  Set up a lamp, tape a puppet up. Voila, your Halloween decorating is done.

  $30 at Orange Moon Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Emma, framed silhouette print

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  $40 at Opticwaste Photography

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Lizzie Borden Tie

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  Lizzie on the front, axe on the back.

  $40 at Cyberoptix TieLab

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Blackbird Leather Cut Out Mask

  

  A HANDMADE HALLOWEEN

  So you and twenty of your friends get these masks, and then one of you dresses up like Tippi Hedren.

  $32 at Tom Banwell

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Oct, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Obama Nesting Dolls

  

  PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION '08 SCHWAG

  Five Obamas in Russian folk costumes! Sounds like a dream I’d have after a long night out at the bars.

  $48 at Your Backyard Decor

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Candidate Sock Monkeys

  

  PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION '08 SCHWAG

  The McCain one looks strangely albino for a sock monkey, but still. Why didn’t I think of this?

  $40 at The Sock Obama

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Woven Silk Republican Elephant Neckwear

  

  PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION '08 SCHWAG

  Republican elephants and stars show everyone how much you love America. As much as Alex P. Keaton, that’s how much.

  $40 at Paul Frederick Men's Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Obama Brooch

  

  PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION '08 SCHWAG

  Plastic buttons are so garish.

  $48 at silvercocoon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pundit Necklace

  

  PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION '08 SCHWAG

  Holding forth at dinner parties is your job.

  $45 at Brookadelphia

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Alphabetical Paperclips

  

  My mind reels with the possibilities.

  Use them to create alphabetical tabs in notebooks, to organize paperwork by letter, as a “monogrammed” flourish on brown paper packages, or use your initial to secure a small cache of business cards in your wallet.

  How I wish you could order single letters.

  via Oh Joy

  $25 at Charles & Marie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Xenia Taler Day Garden Bumble Bee

  

  This fat buzzy bee is a great symbolic gift for someone starting a new job, or a nice bit of appreciation for a job well done.

  In various cultures, bees symbolize hard work, leadership, intellect, eloquence, and some say they even embody the soul.

  $36 at Room6

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Crocheted Party Hat

  

  Get your family a happy hat. The guest of honor can don it for birthdays, promotions, recital celebrations, and excellent-report-card dinners. Then the kids can fight over it when you’re gone.

  $45 at Mahar Dry Goods

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• DKNY Jersey Dress

  

  DRESSED UP ROUND UP

  $38 at Yoox

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Affigato Wristlet

  

  Those stripes are making your cocktail look big.

  $30 at Meringue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Smiley Lion Overalls Kit by Clothkits

  

  King of the jungle gym.

  via I LIke

  $41 at Lark

  (Price converted from Australian Dollars.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Blue Circular Jewelry Pouch

  

  $35 at Auto

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Stiletto Laptop Stand

  

  $49 at John

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Travel Yarn and Knitting Needle Holders

  

  Keeps your yarn neat and toddlers at bay.

  via Outblush

  $39 at The Spoon Sisters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pebble Soup Bowls

  

  A much more pleasant take on stone soup.

  $36 at Supermarket

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Dignified Lists

  

  Special letter pressed grocery cards are a lovely thank you gift for the person who keeps your home in order.

  $32 at Violet

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Sep, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pleated Satin Slip

  

  Remember these? You wear them under dresses so people can’t see your underwear? Also, so you you have a little something going on when you ask him to unzip your dress.

  $48 at Victoria's Secret

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Linen Bulletin Boards

  

  $30 at The Container Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Wall Strap

  

  You know all that stuff you leave on the floor? Now you can leave it on the wall. Bam! You’re, organized.

  $28 at Plastica

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• “Hold Anything” Glass Bin

  

  I’d use mine as a salt pig, but you could use yours for blueberries on the breakfast table, or even to hold your keys and wallet near the door.

  $30 at P.O.S.H Chicago

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• French Schoolroom Dip Pens

  

  Revive the art of letter writing with these French schoolroom pens, recovered when a general store in Paris was being liquidated. You get a set of red, yellow, blue, and green pens.

  $28 at P.O.S.H Chicago

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Kahlo Dress

  

  $44 at Francesca's Collections

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Blue Pansies Pincushion

  

  Almost makes you want to learn how to sew.

  $26 at The Daily Pincushion

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Woodgrain Overnight Bag

  

  GUEST EDITOR: EVANY THOMAS OF EVANY.COM

  With a million pockets, a ton of cramming room, and a red, red zipper, you could live your whole life out of this bag.

  $38 at Brooklyn Industries

  (18” w x 12” h x 7.5 ”; on SALE)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ohio Statehood Necklace

  

  GUEST EDITOR: EVANY THOMAS OF EVANY.COM

  See just how well your admirers know their states.

  $45 at Brookadelphia

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• NO…OK…YES Necklaces

  

  GUEST EDITOR: EVANY THOMAS OF EVANY.COM

  Let the pretty necklaces do all the talking. Would you like a second piece of cake? YES! Can you work on Saturday? NO! How’s it feel to be the girl with all the answers? A-OK!

  $45 at Stars + Infinite Darkness

  (Can be worn separately)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• My First Scrubs

  

  No pressure, kid.

  $28 at Princess Linens

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Popppy Garland

  

  Six feet of celebratory blooms to grace your breakfast nook. Sometimes buying these things is years faster than trying to make them yourself.

  $32 at Rancho del Arte

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Vosges Gift Set of Exotic Mini Candy Bars

  

  GUEST EDITOR: SARAH BROWN FROM QUE SERA SERA

  Great gift for your weekend hosts. If you’re on the receiving end, hide the Barcelona bar for secret eating.

  $25 at Vosages Chocolates

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Aug, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• CB I Hate Perfume Russian Caravan Tea Room Spray

  

  GUEST EDITOR: SARAH BROWN FROM QUE SERA SERA

  Smells like my childhood home, freshly dusted and vacuumed, sunlight pouring in, right before company came over.

  $40 at CB I Hate Perfume

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• CB I Hate Perfume In The Summer Kitchen Room Spray

  

  GUEST EDITOR: SARAH BROWN FROM QUE SERA SERA

  You are relaxed and a little sunburned, reading on the threadbare couch. Someone else is making dinner.

  $40 at CB I Hate Perfume

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• MP3 Amp Ipod Speaker Dock

  

  GUEST EDITOR: SARAH BROWN FROM QUE SERA SERA

  Another great host present. Maybe keep one for yourself. (Thanks, Tony!)

  $40 at Red5

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Method All Purpose Cleanser

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA FROM MIGHTY JUNIOR

  Since we moved into our new home I’ve developed an obsession with making the counter tops shiny. This works great, smells like cucumbers, and isn’t slowly poisoning my family.

  $28 at Amazon

  (For a pack of eight.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Jul, 2008 by Melissa Summers

• “there is nothing wrong with you” Print

  

  GUEST EDITOR: MELISSA FROM MIGHTY JUNIOR

  You could spend a couple years in therapy instead, but this is a cheaper reminder.

  $25 at The Suspect Shoppe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Jul, 2008 by Melissa Summers

• Laser Cut Pinafore

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  You can wear it with flip flops too, but only if the bride and groom are barefoot in the sand.

  $32 at Alloy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• JL Studio Empire-Waist Dress

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  A plus-size option for girls who like to twirl.

  $35 at Jessica London

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ruffle Yoke Dress

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  Go Victorian, or open up the neck for some air. Comes in sizes up to XXXL, so show off your legs.

  $40 at Alloy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Floral Lace Dress

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  It’s too hot to worry about jewelry.

  $28 at Forever 21

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Taffeta Tailored Party Dress

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  A cheerful dress that will look completely different every time you change out your accessories.

  $45 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pleat Silk Cotton Dress

  

  WEDDING GUEST DRESSES FOR UNDER $100

  At this price, I suspect you’re gonna need a slip and a way with an iron. Worth it.

  $33 at Forever 21

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Small Rectangular Tokyo Brooches

  

  Plywood and lacquer brooches featuring photos of Japan, taken by Melbourne artist Jen Hall.

  via Indie Art and Design

  $29 at Yradier

  (Price converted from Australian Dollars.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Scanwood Pestle and Mortar

  

  For love of the necessary object that looks sculptural when you leave it out on the counter. Though maybe not so much with bits of guacamole still clinging to the sides.

  $33 at Home Bits

  (Price converted from British Pounds.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Jul, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sunshine Pendant

  

  $30 at Trunkt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Herb Savor

  

  Keeps your basil from going all limp and mushy in the “crisper.”

  $34 at A+R Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Oven-to-Table Serving Bowls

  

  A bowl with a built-in wooden trivet, so you can move it right from the oven to the dinner table. Anything that reduces the number of dishes I have to do is a win.

  $42 at A+R Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Twig Servers

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  Each of these handmade teak servers is unique, as they’re carved along the natural lines of individual branches.

  $25 at Crate and Barrel

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Martha Stewart Collection Whiteware Cake Stands

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  They’re technically for cake, but hosts can use them to make fruit centerpieces, or to serve appetizers, sweets, and cheeses as well.

  $30 at Macy's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Adagio Teas Glass Teapot

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  Use the infuser to keep bits of tea leaf from sticking to your teeth, or remove it to brew fancy blooming teas that look like little sea urchins.

  $29 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Cheese Tags

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  Once you own cheese tags, you are officially grown up. Even if you still watch “The Hills.”

  $32 at Art Effect Chicago

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Apothacary Jar

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  $29 at Paxton Gate

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sugar Creamer Set

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  They already have their favorite mugs, but it would be nice if they didn’t have to bring the whole milk jug out when they have guests.

  $30 at Rare Device

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Cedar Sake Cups

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  Sake is the new champagne. These cups enhance your celebration lending a pleasant fragrance to cold sake.

  $35 at Canoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Bride and Groom

  

  The best wedding cake topper on record.

  $40 at Melabo

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Jun, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• All Season Overalls

  

  ON SALE Regularly $46.50

  $27 at Olive Juice Kids

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jun, 2008 by Melissa Summers

• Spence Tape Dispenser

  

  $30 at Shop Fosters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Hendrick’s Gin

  

  TOP SHELF FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Hendrick’s is a slightly exotic gin made with cucumbers and rose petals. Its softness makes a particularly refreshing gin and tonic.

  Bonus points for the old-timey medicinal bottle, which fits right in with dad’s steam-punk lifestyl

  $39 at Internet Wines and Spirits

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Pow! Bam! Brooch Set

  

  $41 at Modish Handmade

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Hangar One Vodka

  

  TOP SHELF FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Hangar One Vodka is made by hand in an old military airplane hangar on the San Francisco Bay, and it’s a beautiful sipping vodka or drink base. They use small pot stills instead of column stills, and Hangar One contains none of the weird synthetic flavorings used by larger brands. Tie a bow around the neck, and throw it in the freezer next to a couple of tall shot glasses.

  $32 at Caddell Williams

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• La Favorite Rhum Agricole Ambre

  

  TOP SHELF FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Produced by one of the last family-owned distilleries in Martinique, La Favorite isn’t made with molasses, but fresh-pressed sugar cane juice. Dad can sip it, or make an unforgettable block-party punch.

  $47 at Internet Wines and Spirits

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Basil Hayden Bourbon

  

  TOP SHELF FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  A light, Kentucky blended-bourbon with a dry finish. Bring your dad a rocks glass and ask him how business is going.

  $40 at Beverages and More

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Jessica Simpson “Ceasar” Wedge

  

  CUTE SHOES ROUNDUP

  Huh. Turns out Jessica Simpson has fun taste in shoes. And considering all the gravely ugly shoes out there, she’s looking smarter all the time.

  $27 at Macy's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Natalie Patent Slingback

  

  CUTE SHOES ROUNDUP

  People will stop you in the street to compliment you on your shoes. Which totally makes the 25” heel worth the pain. Also comes in purple and black.

  $34 at Delias

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Faze Metallic Mini Wedge

  

  CUTE SHOES ROUNDUP

  $39 at Delias

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Urban Outfitters

  

  CUTE SHOES ROUNDUP

  I choose a lot of my shoes based on how well they’ll squish into a suitcase and how versatile they’ll be upon landing.

  $25 at Urban Outfitters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Licorice Sampler

  

  Either you pick out the black jelly beans, or you buy them in bulk and keep them in your bag. If you know a licorice lover, this will keep them satisfied for weeks.

  $40 at The Candy Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Red Candy Dish

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  A handmade covered dish similar to the one your grandparents used to store the lemon drops. The ones that were slowly melting into a solid mass.

  $40 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Vintage Film Splicer

  

  New to Mighty Goods Finds:

  This vintage film splicer is for 15 mm film, but I think you can come up with a better use. Excellent as a bookend, a heavy door stop, or just a curio for the DVD shelf. Perfect gift for a movie lover, or someone who works in film.

  $45 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Women’s Fleece Travel Slippers

  

  MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2008

  Now you can kick off your shoes on the plane, without subjecting fellow travelers to your stinky feet.

  $25 at Land's End

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 May, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Fickr Pro Account

  

  MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2008

  New Moms take lots and lots of photos. If your hard drive is getting clogged, get her a Flickr Pro account with unlimited uploads and storage. Bonus: Friends can print their own photos when they see one they’d like.

  $25 at Flickr

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Zelco “itty bitty” Book Light

  

  MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2008

  The rest of the house is asleep. Mom finally gets to read.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Bamboo Bathtub Caddy

  

  MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE 2008

  She has the tub, the glass of wine, and the book she’s been dying to read. Now the best gift you could give a mom is enough time to take a long soak – this bamboo tray is just icing.

  $47 at Delight.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• De Loach 2006 Green Valley Pinot Noir

  

  This is a bottle of wine to begin the evening, before you’re too tipsy to notice what you’re drinking. A fruity, slightly spicy pinot that reminds me of ripe, dark cherries and the smell of leather.

  $39 at Fine Wine House

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Felt Mailbox Play Set

  

  Comes with everything your kid needs to go postal, except the weaponry.

  $48 at Craftsbury Kids

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Chatsworth Collection Letterhead

  

  CLASSIC STATIONERY WARDROBE

  Stationery for longer letters to your loves, your family, and your attorney.

  $49 at Fine Stationery

  (For fifty sheets with envelopes.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Multifont Belt Buckle

  

  Geeky, but geeky good.

  via BB-Blog

  $48 at Buy Olympia

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Ceramic Urchin Bowls

  

  $30 at Jayson Home and Garden

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Thermos Food Jar

  

  Keeps food hot for twelve hours or cold for twenty.

  $30 at Plastica

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Apr, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Set of Two Soup and Sandwich Plates

  

  A useful exercise in portion control.

  $30 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Silverplate Bowl with Red Enamel Interior

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  Gorgeous. Your loose change has never looked more attractive.

  $44 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Owl Planter

  

  New to the Mighty Goods:

  This is one of the very best things we brought home from Portland. A heavyweight, handmade owl planter. You’re growing wiser just looking at it. For your succulents, or your pens.

  $49 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• SS Bloom Pendant

  

  $45 at Polli

  (Price converted from Australian Dollars.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Bodin Sourdough

  

  PERFECT PICNIC GUIDE

  This has become one of our favorite gifts to send out-of-towners. Fresh-baked sourdough shipped from San Francisco to your doorstep. You get one 1 lb. long loaf, one 1.5 lb. round loaf and three 7” sandwich rolls. Once you have this in your picnic basket, nothing else matters.

  $25 at Boudin

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Boccalone Salami Sampler

  

  PERFECT PICNIC GUIDE

  Gorgeous small-batch salami made by hand in the Bay Area. They cold-cure the meats, giving them less salt and more time. Everything Boccalone makes is “seasoned by hand, tied by hand, hung by hand, checked by hand, and packaged by hand.”

  From their hands to my mouth.

  $40 at Boccalone Salumi

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Melamine 12-pc. Dinnerware Set

  

  Leave it to Target to give us fancy plastic plates. For picnics outside the conservatory. They also come in black and red.

  $25 at Target

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Zak Designs Tableware Collection

  

  PERFECT PICNIC GUIDE

  Eco-guilt spoils a good party. Get a set of this bright melamine dinnerware, and dispense with disposable plates.

  Also makes a great, unbreakable meal set for kids.

  $40 at Amazon

  (Prices vary.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Metro Basket

  

  PERFECT PICNIC GUIDE

  A colorful insulated basket with waterproof interior. Also comes in red, orange, blue, tan, black, and olive drab.

  $29 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Classic Bunny Slippers

  

  EASTER BASKETS FOR GROWN UPS

  Just knowing that bunnyslippers.com exists makes the Internet a little more pinchable.

  $30 at Bunny Slippers

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Mar, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Maple Seed Helicopter Necklace

  

  I remember wishing on these as a child, and watching them swirl to the ground around me as they dropped from the branches above.

  $44 at Honeybee by Amy Moore

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Silverplate Oval Basket

  

  New to the Mighty Goods Store

  A simple, oval wire basket for storing odds and ends. Similar to the Alessi basket recently re-issued by MOMA that retails for $110.

  Use it for your mail, keys and wallet, or the plums you picked up at the farmers’ market.

  $35 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Old School Roller Rink Skate

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  Oh, man. You can almost hear Madonna singing “Lucky Star.” A single nostalgic roller skate, size 7, that lived a long happy life as a rental skate at the local roller rink.

  While we think it would look best in a glass case, lit by a tiny disco ball, your skate would also make an excellent doorstop or bookend. Pop an empty glass into the ankle, and it’s perfect for flowers, or storing pens on your desk.

  $40 at Mighty Goods Finds

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Solid Boy Short One-Piece

  

  ON SALE

  I just bought one of these. Thank goodness I already have a parasol.

  Free shipping for the next few days with code DWCAFF. Offer valid through 3.26.08.

  $40 at Delias

  (Regularly $45.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Laguiole Spreaders

  

  CLASSIC HOST GIFTS

  We received a set of these for our wedding, and now they’re among my favorite things. We use them constantly on cheese boards, in the jam dish, with all sorts of spreads. They feel great in the hand, and look attractive with almost any serving vessel.

  $39 at Williams Sonoma

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Cheerful Citrus Mugs

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  These mugs are perhaps a tad too adorable before you’ve had your coffee. Shield your eyes while you pour. Set of four.

  $27 at Mighty Goods Finds

  (5" tall, 2.5" wide at mouth)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Stone Liquor Cups

  

  Four non-reactive stone liquor cups. They’re gorgeous, heavy in the hand, and excellent for maintaining beverage temperature. We’re trying very hard not to keep them, because we are whores for barware.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  (3.5" tall x 1.25" wide at mouth)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Small, Teapot-Shaped Decanter

  

  New to the Mighty Goods Store:

  For sophisticated service of adult beverages, a small hand-blown decanter that aids agitation and oxygenation. Also, real pretty.

  $35 at Mighty Finds

  (4" tall by about 7.5 " wide)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Wobowl SoftBowl

  

  Cool wool bowls to use as catchalls or planter cozies.

  $39 at Supermarket

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Marimekko Bottna Serving Tray

  

  15 WEDDING AND SHOWER GIFTS UNDER $40

  $35 at Finn Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Toy Soldier Candle Holder

  

  Candelabras are too wussy.

  $29 at Park Life

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Fused Glass Nightlight

  

  The upside to insomnia.

  $45 at Cog and Pearl

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Feb, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Circle Stud Earring

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  A crucial variation on the classic gold hoop. When worn, these stud earrings appear as tiny, complete circles resting on her earlobes. They come in gold, silver, and rose gold. She’ll rarely take them out.

  $32 at Rare Device

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Tulips, 20 Stems

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Save the roses for some other day. Martha Stewart Flowers are fantastic and they don’t come with an ugly vase, so you can use your own.

  $30 at Martha Stewart Flowers

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Dictionary Book Box

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Everyone needs a treasure box. Or a stash box. Your call.

  $30 at Curiosity Shoppe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Graffiti Message

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  You write a love note, pay the fee, and this service will spray paint your message on the West-Bank Barrier. You and your recipient each get three photos emailed to you.

  via Josh Spear

  $44 at Send a Message

  (Price converted from Euros.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Sleep Shirt

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  You’re 6’5” and she’s 4’11”, but you’ve always wished she’d sleep in your shirts.

  $35 at Gap Body

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Red Cashmere Socks

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  Admittedly, you’ll need to know your audience with this gift. Would he consider a pair of impractical, bright cashmere socks a luxury he wouldn’t ordinarily afford himself? Does he pay attention to details when he dresses? Could you imagine him featured on a street fashion blog? All right, that’s our guy.

  Otherwise, you’re just getting him socks for Valentine’s Day. Seriously? Socks?

  $48 at Saks Fifth Avenue

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Robin Deep Red Pendant

  

  2008 VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT GUIDE

  You’ll note that this necklace is not shaped like a heart. This is key.

  $40 at Dreams and Jewelry

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• La Valise

  

  For use as a briefcase or a filing box, so you can take all the incriminating evidence and run.

  $43 at Wexner Center Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Little Birch Jewelry Stand

  

  Money may not grow on trees, but jewelry is nicer than money anyway.

  $26 at Urban Outfitters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Clam Shell Bowls

  

  These bone china bowls shaped like clam shells are lovely.

  Use the small ones as salt cellars for the table, or ceviche dishes. The larger one is perfect for chowder. If you’re feeling extravagant, fill the larger with ice and the smaller with caviar to nestle on top.

  $40 at Global Table

  (Price for 8" bowl. Also available in 4".)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Phil and Ted’s MeToo Chair

  

  A genius clamp-on high chair that folds flat. We throw it in the stroller for use at restaurants, and it takes up almost no room in the suitcase when we travel. I could expound on its virtues for pages, but you’ll just go obsess over the Amazon reviews anyway, so you might as well get to it.

  $44 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Multicolored Meditation Hourglasses

  

  So you have something to think about besides how you’re not supposed to be thinking.

  $28 at Anthropologie

  (Prices vary by size.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• JK Adams Soapstone Salt Cellar

  

  SALT CELLAR ROUNDUP

  $40 at iKitchen.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jan, 2008 by Margaret Mason

• Authentic Working Wooden Catapult

  

  A new, improved way to eat your afternoon snack.

  $38 at Paxton Gate

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Gold Airplane Embossed Stationery

  

  Gorgeous, embossed stationery for bon voyage notes, thank yous that had to wait until the honeymoon, and “Honey, I left you and am on my way to Belize” letters.

  $45 at Dempsey and Carroll

  (For ten.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Clarins Self Tanning Gel

  

  I am pale, pale, pale. I can see by my own glow in the night.

  This gel evens out my skin tone and makes me look like I’m wearing base and a little bronzer all the time. It’s easy to apply, the color is totally natural, and I only use it on my face and shoulders, so it lasts forever.

  Remember to wash your hands after applying or your suspiciously tan palms will blow your cover.

  $30 at Sephora

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Lucky Romper

  

  $34 at Fig Organic Kids Fashion

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Kids Ceramic Snack Set

  

  A more subdued alternative to the Spiderman dishes.

  $40 at Velocity

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Dec, 2007 by Melissa Summers

• Clear Shoe, Boot and Handbag Boxes

  

  $40 at Shoe Stor

  (For ten shoe boxes.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Marimekko Tights

  

  At some point in February, you’re going to physically need these bright tights to get you through winter.

  $35 at Auto

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Dec, 2007 by Melissa Summers

• Pecan Trio Assortment

  

  So fresh, they taste like someone just made them in the kitchen.

  $28 at Cane River Pecan Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Droog Do Strap

  

  $30 at Kid O

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Large Bamboo Bowl

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  A large, colorful bamboo bowl for salads, fruit centerpieces, or storage.

  From Lucky Magazine’s Under $50 Guide.

  $48 at Branch Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Nutbus Nut Cracker

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  A more productive way to release holiday-induced frustration at the family reunion.

  From the Chow 2007 Winter Gift Guide.

  $35 at MOMA Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• USB Warmer Glove

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  Those high-ceilinged, warehouse-converted offices may look super cool, but they’re mostly just super cold.

  From Engadget’s Holiday Gift Guide.

  $25 at Thanko RareMono Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Creamer and Sugar Bowl

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  From Real Simple Magazine’s 50 Gifts Under $50.

  $34 at Viva Terra

  (On Sale)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Artwork by Eveline Tarunadjaja

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  This one is called Tomato Head: Big heavy attachment to something ridiculous.

  From the Indie Art & Design Christmas Gift Guide.

  $40 at Love Pad

  (Price converted from AUD.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Honeycomb Table Lamp

  

  GIFT GUIDE ROUNDUP

  A small, whimsical table lamp for winter reading, knitting, or snuggling.

  From the Dwell Guide to Holiday Shopping.

  $45 at Wrapables

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Day for Night Convertible Cowl

  

  $28 at Urban Outfitters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Folk Art Planter

  

  New to the Mighty Goods Store:

  A handmade, folk-art planter with a small tin hollow in the top for plants. This would be excellent in a grouping of planters or surrounded by objects with equally strong lines.

  $36 at Mighty Goods Finds

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Dec, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Classic Lenox Vase

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  The only vase you’ll ever need.

  $36 at Mighty Goods Finds

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Yellow Monday Wall Calendar

  

  2008 CALENDAR GUIDE

  A collection of sweet, slightly haunting illustrations from an artist in Sydney.

  $35 at Yellow Monday

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Wire Apple Basket

  

  New to the Mighty Goods store:

  A happy, apple-shaped wire basket for keeping your wallet, keys and phone together, holding outgoing mail, or tucking away spools of thread. So cute, you could even hang it on the wall.

  If I were you, I’d put apples in it.

  $30 at Mighty Goods Finds

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• 2008 Decoylab Monthly Calendar

  

  2008 CALENDAR GUIDE

  This colorful limited-edition calendar has soft, rounded corners. Only 75 copies available.

  $28 at Decoy Lab

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Gregory Calendar

  

  2008 CALENDAR GUIDE

  A connect-the-dots calendar! Each day is a new dot that you connect to make a picture at the end of the month. Comes with a white pencil.

  $43 at Charles and Marie

  (11" x 17" (28 x 43 cm))

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• TasteBook

  

  A hundred of your favorite recipies professionally bound. Make a family, church, neighborhood, or school cookbook in under half an hour.

  Then again, did you really need to know that grandma puts twelve sticks of butter in her holiday poundcake?

  $35 at Tastebook.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Infant Sacques

  

  $30 at Kate Quinn Organics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Neighborhood Posters

  

  I was all bummed that they didn’t have a San Francisco one, then I went to their website and found out they did. They aren’t listed on the Etsy site yet however. Cough it up, Ork.

  $25 at Ork Posters

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Anne Black Porcelain and Silk Necklace

  

  $40 at Greener Grass Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• No-Snow Snuggler

  

  No more snow up the sleeves, no more lost mittens, no more frostbite amputations.

  $40 at No Snow Snuggler

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Vinyl Duffle Bag

  

  $34 at American Apparel

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Ukulele

  

  2007 BUDGET GIFT GUIDE

  It’s important to teach the children about the comedic impact of a well-timed ukulele solo. Plus, think of the photos.

  $25 at NYBG Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sharp Dressed Tie

  

  2007 BUDGET GIFT GUIDE

  Tiny knife pattern looks sedate from afar. Particularly great gift for a chef or weekend cook. They also offer a silk version for $40.

  $30 at Cyber Optix

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Nov, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Nap Sac Travel Blanket

  

  2007 BUDGET GIFT GUIDE

  This little pouch contains your travel blanket and an inflatable pillow. Remove the blanket, then zip the inflated pillow back into the bag/pillowcase. Comfy.

  $28 at Koie Products

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sigg Thermos

  

  2007 BUDGET GIFT GUIDE

  There are few things as pleasant as opening a thermos to find that your coffee is still toasty.

  $28 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Play-Doh Creativity Center

  

  2007 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

  An excellent way to keep Play-Doh out of the carpet.

  $30 at Toys R Us

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Radio Flyer Retro Rocket

  

  2007 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

  Some astronauts belong in diapers.

  $49 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Foam Blocks

  

  2007 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

  You just found great-grandma’s Irish lace tablecloth draped over a bush in the backyard. Time for some new fort-building materials. And perhaps a lock on the linen closet.

  $45 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Diver Cutting Board

  

  $38 at Elsewares

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Boy Smiling Head

  

  They also have a girl head, and they’d make fantastic book ends. Please click through just to read the excellent description of the product, which reads, in part:

  “What you see is the prize for the “best friend”-contest held yearly in most Finnish speaking schools since 1954. The best friend is selected by the winner’s classmates. To receive one you need to have been: glad, vigorous, reliable, friendly, orderly, helpful, empathic et-cetera…”

  $40 at Kiosk

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Deer and Toadstools Onesie

  

  Your child’s wardrobe is officially cooler than yours.

  $26 at Foxy and Winston

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Orange Wire Magazine Holder

  

  This is vintage, so act quickly.

  $42 at Three Potato Four

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Oct, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Dosh All-Polymer Wallet

  

  Via bblinks

  $44 at Dosh

  (Price converted from AUD.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Lavender Soothe Set

  

  DISCOUNT

  If you’re giving bath or body products as gifts, lavender is a classic choice. This lovely set comes in a fair-trade woven grass box.

  It features the basics: body cream, bath salts, and silky, thick shea hand cream that comes in a glass jar. Apparently I am a complete sucker for a glass jar.

  Mighty Goods readers get a 15 percent discount at check out with the code Mightygift15.

  $34 at Pharmacopia

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Love Boat Cruise Director Julie McCoy

  

  Loooove won’t hurt anymore.

  $33 at Buy Costumes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• T-Boner

  

  If you could be anything… anything in the world.

  $41 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Little Lady Bug

  

  The cutest creepy crawlie on the block.

  $30 at Buy Costumes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Twister

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  The best possible costume, if you plan to pass out on the floor drunk.

  $25 at Costume Super Center

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Glinda

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Only bad witches are ugly.

  $35 at Costume Super Center

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Toddler Elvis

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Peanut butter and banana sandwich not included.

  $26 at Costume Craze

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Adult Taco Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Avoid pot smokers.

  $35 at Fantasy Toyland

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Infant Darth Vader Costume

  

  HALLOWEEN COSTUME GUIDE

  Who’s a little Dark Lord?

  See also, baby Chewie and baby Storm Trooper. Best Halloween block party ever.

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bacon Scarf

  

  Have a bacon-wrapped fall.

  $35 at Shopsin's General Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Crochet Cardigan

  

  via Oh Happy Day

  $25 at Forever 21

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Eat Your Feet Kid Slippers

  

  Baby feet taste like chicken.

  $32 at manoeuvre

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Petite Pattern Book Series

  

  These books give my brain stretch marks. Each one has 140 patterns presented in EPS files for Illustrator and JPEG files. That means you can change the size and color of every pattern to design your own wrapping paper, stationery, recipe cards, whatever. I believe there are eight books in the series, and you’ll want every last one.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Memo Holder with Spring Clips

  

  This memo holder is made for restaurant orders, but you could use it as a revolving polaroid photo exhibit, a dish towel rack, necklace or scarf organizer, or mail sorter.

  $46 at Museum of Useful Things

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Philosophy Pure Grace Soap and Water Set

  

  My friend Sarah treats herself to this scent set, because she has a thing about soap.

  She says, “I am obsessed with smelling clean. I don’t want to smell like flowers or fruit or any of that teenage stripper bullshit; I want to smell like I just stepped out of the shower, all day long.”

  And thanks to her secret weapon, she does.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Sep, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• The Standard Shave Cream

  

  My husband loves this shaving cream. He says it’s unctuous, and leaves his skin feeling moisturized. I like it because it makes his face smell clean, but not musky like some shaving creams. The scent is a mixture of sandalwood, yling ylang, and lavender. It smells like he just came in from doing light yard work. Guys who do yard work are hot.

  $28 at Gentleman's Refinery

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Small Red Leather Wallet

  

  A miniature purse for girls who don’t care to carry a purse.

  $48 at Eliza Page

  (No longer available.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Firecracker Hat

  

  MIGHTY DISCOUNT

  These shaggy adorables come out of a little San Francisco company. In addition to being hilarious on babies, the caps are super warm and surprisingly durable.

  Mighty Goods readers receive a 15 percent discount at checkout by entering the “luvzooni” coupon code. (Good until 12/31/07)

  $30 at Zooni

  (Comes in several colors.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Puddle Pendant Lamp

  

  ON SALE

  $30 at CB2

  (originally $40)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bobbi Brown Tinted Eye Brightener

  

  This is one of my lovely friend Margaret’s favorite things. She says:

  “It makes me look awake when I’m not. I don’t like to wear a lot of eye makeup, but a girl can use a little brightening now and then.

  The salesperson freaked me out by saying it was a nonsurgical way to get an eyelift. I’m only 36!”

  So that salesperson can stuff it, but it’s certainly true that every girl could use a little brightening. I feel sunnier already.

  $32 at Nordstrom

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• 9 Volts Battery Light

  

  Modernist tea light.

  $25 at Mathmos

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Portable BBQ

  

  A fold-up barbecue for apartment dwellers and neatniks.

  via Mod Cottage

  $40 at I Want One of Those

  (Price converted from pounds.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Ruffle Voile Shirt

  

  Wear it with a G-string and glasses for Sexy Librarian Night.

  $40 at Esprit

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Aug, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Black TOMS

  

  GIFTS FOR HIPSTERS

  The new flip-flop. Kung-Fu action shoes that come in all kinds of colors.

  $38 at TOMS Shoes

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Laura Zindel Mugs

  

  Choose Honeybee, Ladybeetle, or Dragonfly.

  $34 at Blue House

  (Holds 20 oz.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Money Pot

  

  A grown-up piggy bank. According to the site, you smash your money pot, make a wish, and use the money on “good things.” Like decorative items in which to keep your money.

  $40 at Manor Home and Gifts

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• White Sugar Cone

  

  Your sugar isn’t posh enough.

  via Domino Magazine Blog

  $40 at Jas Townsend and Son

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Say Lloyd Dobler T-shirt

  

  Kickboxing. Sport of the Future.

  $30 at Chocosho

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Meatpaper

  

  Meat! No recipes, no restaurant reviews, Meatpaper is “your journal of meat culture,” and they don’t mean it ironically.

  This awesome magazine hails from foodie-haven, vegetarian-friendly San Francisco, and its mission is to document the “fleischgeist.” What’s that, you may ask, with your mouth full of bacon? It’s the emerging interest in our meat’s origins, how we relate to it, and why it’s so extra tasty.

  Full disclosure: Co-founder Sasha Wizansky is an acquaintance of mine, so I’m rooting for her. I’m also rooting for a scratch-and-sniff cover next issue.

  $28 at Meatpaper

  (Price for a one-year subscription.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Personalized Photo Book

  

  Admittedly, you’ve been stalling on a thoughtful gift. Fortunately, Shutterfly lets you assemble a lovely personalized photo book in about half an hour.

  Thanks, Andrea!

  $40 at Shutterfly

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Pushbutton KeySafe

  

  Perhaps you make a habit of locking yourself out of the apartment. Maybe you’ve driven three hours to your cabin only to realize you left your keys at home. Say, once or twice, you’ve locked your baby in the car with the keys.

  You’re gonna need one of these. Maybe get a couple.

  $39 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• The Big Skinny

  

  You freckle and burn instead of bronzing when you tan. You can’t seem to apply a self tanner without leaving shadowy uneven spots that look like bruises. Welcome to The Big Skinny. It’s a body bronzer that stays on, but washes right off if you make a mistake. The best non-committal tan on the market.

  Thanks, Margaret!

  $25 at Philosophy

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Colours Are Brighter

  

  This is a CD full of children’s music arranged by grown-up bands. Take a hammer to your Wiggles album, and introduce the kids to Snow Patrol and Franz Ferdinand songs recorded especially for them. (via Bluelines)

  $25 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Divided Cord Storage and Organizer

  

  We have an entire giant storage bin filled with cords. More than once, we’ve thrown one away only to realize that we need it two days later. This cord storage organizer changes everything, and costs considerably less than cord replacement. Plus, you get to feel all smug and Martha Stewart-y about your organizational abilities.

  $30 at Kangaroom Storage

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Gothic Dinner Plates

  

  Melamine plates for your very proper picnic.

  $36 at The Curiosity Shoppe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Blue Circles Modern Mobile

  

  $46 at Quilt Baby

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bachelor Sticky Notepad

  

  $49 at Modern Motive

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jul, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Marigold Sweetpea

  

  $44 at Super Maggie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Cupcake Courier

  

  Does this come up for you? Because this comes up for me. Man, kitchenwear is becoming so specialized that next they’ll try to sell us a utensil to break our eggs more precisely. Oh, wait.

  $33 at Cupcake Courier

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sewing Pin Brooch

  

  I’m smitten with these clever atomic brooches made out of pattern pins. An equally apt gift for your favorite fashion school student, or your quilting grandma. They come in blue, green, yellow, red, or white.

  $30 at Anna Kukuchek

  (Made to order, so you can specify color.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Freeplay Indigo Lantern

  

  An excellent camping or emergency lantern with rechargeable batteries. You can plug it in, or use the hand crank for more power.

  $40 at REI

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Slimmy Wallet

  

  Skinny wallet for minimalists and broke people.

  $26 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Natalie Top

  

  (via Outblush)

  $30 at Abercrombie and Fitch

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• The Overboard

  

  Use it as a cutting board, a card table, a small shelter for inclement weather… (via Not Martha)

  $40 at The Overboard

  (20" x 20" x 2")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Felt Envelope

  

  Use it as a cover for your moleskine or gather together your loose paper bits. via SwissMiss

  $41 at Moda Muse

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Compass Ring

  

  You look so lost.

  $36 at Kathryn Riechert

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Firefly Lamp

  

  A battery-powered nightlight for your woodsy cabin, or mood lighting for a midnight picnic.

  $25 at W. Post Designs

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bodum Paula Espresso Cups and Saucers

  

  $30 at Amazon

  (set of six)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Wall Bottle Opener

  

  The best way for drunk people to keep track of the bottle opener.

  $33 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Floating Saucer Series Ring

  

  Choose from one of Colleen Baran’s many takes on her saucer ring.

  $49 at Colleen Baran

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Tobasco Gallons

  

  Hotter. HOTTER. Enough Tabasco to last you at least a week.

  $37 at Country Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Jun, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Ribbon Crusher Medium Brim Hat

  

  I’ve gone through about a dozen of those “crushable” straw hats that are supposed to survive your suitcase, and this little number finally did the trick. It pulls low around your eyes for a sweet retro effect, but it’s still casual enough that I don’t feel like Scarlett O’Hara at the flea market. It’s made of some kind of sturdy ribbon, so I can smash it in my suitcase, shove it in my tote, tuck it in my backpack, all with no evil results.

  $36 at San Diego Hat Company

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Grill Popcorn Popper

  

  2007 FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Help Dad in his quest to make his tailgate party supreme. (Thanks, Lindsay!)

  $25 at Home Wet Bar

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Rubberband Plane Kit, Hishou

  

  2007 FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  This is a rubberband plane with distinction. It dates from 1911, when it crossed Japan’s Sumida River in a model plane contest. The kit includes balsa wood, Styrofoam, rubber bands and two reverse pitch propellers. Clear off the dining room table and get your dad a cup of coffee. He might be a while.

  $25 at Think Geek

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bamboo Mouse

  

  2007 FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  You can also buy him a matching bamboo keyboard and monitor, but don’t go blaming me if you end up with a panda infestation.

  $36 at Nigel's Eco Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• New York Times Sunday Delivery

  

  2007 FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Spring for eight weeks of Sunday morning comics, crosswords, and politics. Throw in some exceptional coffee and he may never find time to mow the lawn again.

  $32 at New York Times

  (Approximate price, varies by delivery area.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Photo Rubik’s Cube

  

  2007 FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Choose six family photos for this personalized photo cube. Makes peeling off the stickers and reassembling slightly more challenging.

  $30 at Gifts.com

  (2 1/4")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• L’Occitane Shea Travel Treasures Set

  

  I love using travel sets to sample more expensive products without the waste. L’Occitane’s Shea set is unisex and includes shampoo, conditioner, shower cream, body lotion, shea butter, soap, lavender soap, and shea butter hand cream.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• L’Occitane Shea Travel Treasures Set

  

  I love using travel sets to sample more expensive products without the waste. L’Occitane’s Shea set is unisex and includes shampoo, conditioner, shower cream, body lotion, shea butter, soap, lavender soap, and shea butter hand cream.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Anamalz Set of Seven

  

  $42 at Bright October

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Magic Trolley

  

  This 12”w x 2.25”d x 10”h pocket contains a rolling shopping cart for all of your grocery, flea market, picnic needs.

  $25 at Tiny Living

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Marimekko Hetkia Wall Hanging Hardware

  

  Lets you “frame” large swatches of fabric for less than the cost of your college education. Remarkable. (via Not Martha)

  $25 at CB2

  (58"W 5"D)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sun Jar

  

  Literally a jar of sunshine. This lantern uses a solar panel to store light during the day for use around the campfire at night.

  $44 at Charles and Marie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Mobos Rectangle Display Container

  

  Metal wall-mounted containers hide your receipts, keys, pens, deep-dark secrets, whatever.

  $40 at Rose and Radish

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Teller Machine Bank

  

  Prepare your children for the capitalist onslaught. Cash, good. Credit, bad.

  $46 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 May, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Pebble Sushi Set

  

  $45 at Little Flower Designs

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Baby Snugs Bootie Kit

  

  $28 at Pickup Sticks

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• International Icon Tarot

  

  If you’re into Tarot, and seriously, who isn’t? This is a lovely set.

  $30 at Glow in the Dark Pictures

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Built-in Oven Mitt Apron

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Protect your cute outfits from splattering and your paws from burning all in one, fell swoop, Swiss Army knife style.
  –Guest posted by Evany Thomas

  $25 at A+R Store

  (Also available in olive and green.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• One Year of White Pages

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Twelve blank books with a page for each day. The cover of each booklet has a dot that indicates the month (one for January, two for February and so on). She can record her deepest secrets or use it for her to-do lists.

  $35 at Canoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Custom Silhouette Gifts

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Get your child’s or family’s silhouettes printed on note cards, mugs, aprons, playing cards, whatever you like. You email them profile shots, and they send you the finished product.

  $40 at Simply Silhouettes

  (for 20 cards)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Spicelab

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Admittedly, some of mom’s dinners could qualify as science experiments. Spicelab mounts her seasonings on the wall – freeing up cabinet space, and making spices easily accessible. Frames available in nine different colors. Test tubes come filled with rosemary, fennel seeds, crushed chili peppers, minced garlic, coriander, basil, oregano, and ammonium nitrate. (Kidding! I kid.)

  $40 at Purpose Design

  (12.5" x 10.5")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Business Card File

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  A card from the dentist, the contractor, the twelve contacts from a networking event, and one from the annoyingly efficient mom who had play-date calling cards printed for her toddler – all of them are smashed in the bottom of mom’s behemoth purse. Who has time to plug that information into an address book? This spare, matte aluminum box lets her organize business cards by simply dropping them in, no further effort required. Now she has time for a cocktail.

  $42 at Canoe

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Organized Knitter Cases

  

  2007 MOTHER'S DAY GUIDE

  Handmade knitting needle cases created with tons of feedback from real, live knitters. They’re cute, functional, and come in four different models. An ideal gift for crafty, stylish moms.

  $35 at Organized Knitter

  (Prices vary by case.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• The Jewelry Box

  

  The ultimate gift for girls age twelve to seventeen. Or, you know, thirty-five.

  $40 at Sephora

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Moi White

  

  I know how you love shiny things.

  $28 at Moi

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Vintage Airplane Cufflinks

  

  $45 at Cufflinks.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Handknit Aliens

  

  Take one to your leader.

  $36 at Modern Nursery

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Red Monkey Shirt

  

  $26 at Formoda

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Lucky Jade Mini Cashmere Blankets

  

  $32 at Design Public

  (Sale)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Tarte Gilt Trip Lipgloss Set

  

  Mix and match your perfect gloss. Like high school chemistry, but cuter.

  $26 at Drugstore.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Tarte Guilt Trip Lipgloss Set

  

  Mix and match your perfect gloss. Like high school chemistry, but cuter.

  $26 at Drugstore.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Jumbo Tinker Toys

  

  For your little Doozer.

  $35 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Apr, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• My Jones Custom Soda

  

  A case of Jones Soda with the photo of your choice on the label. Definitely use the one of your cat.

  $35 at Jones Soda

  (For a twelve pack.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Photo Lunchboxes

  

  $35 at Ogg Studio

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Munchkin iCrib Sound System

  

  2009 FATHER'S DAY GIFTS FOR NEW DADS

  OK, baby, we’re gonna start with Velvet Underground and work our way up from there.

  $26 at Factory Baby Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 27 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Knit Coasters

  

  $39 at Rare Device

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Custom Video Animation

  

  Appeal to your child’s healthy sense of narcissism. Send in a photo, and they’ll insert your kid as a main character in their videos.

  $30 at Me Movies

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Remote Control Model Moon

  

  $30 at Discovery Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Baker’s Edge Pan

  

  Those of you tired of choosing between the lesser evils of overdone edges or gooey centers will warm to this genius invention-bordering-on-art-form, which evenly cooks everything from brownies to gratin de chou-fleur. Bonus: You also get a sweet little red spatula that’s perfectly sized to get into the grooves!
  -Guest posted by Evany Thomas

  $34 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Canvas Shoulder Bag

  

  In the current sea of birdie-covered wallets, bags, and tees, this be-whaled tote is just the thing to set you apart from the pod.
  -Guest posted by Evany Thomas

  $35 at Alternative Outfitters

  (Sold out.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Craft: Transforming Traditional Crafts

  

  From the creators of Make magazine, Craft is a DIY magazine for folks who like more robots, squids, and LED lights in their projects.

  $35 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Fire Station Playset

  

  $36 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Kikatsu Etched Cocktail Glass

  

  $48 at Rare Device

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Cabin Cuddler

  

  Now your feet, and your lap, and your torso can all be warm at once on the 20 hour flight. That is, without swiping all your neighbors’ blankets before they sit down.

  $35 at Cabin Cuddler

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Realness of Concealness

  

  This handy pack of concealers evens out your eyelids, hides under eye circles, highlights your brow bone, primes your lips for lipstick, and gives your skin a little extra glow.

  $28 at Benefit Cosmetics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Mar, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Fetching Tags

  

  Handmade aluminum pet tags so good that you’ll want to wear them yourself. Especially the “scratch my butt” one. (via hchamp)

  $30 at Fetching Tags

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Apple-ation Apple Brandy

  

  TOP SHELF FATHER'S DAY GUIDE

  God bless a vintner with a pet project. Guy Davis decided to take advantage of the organic apple orchards in the Russian River Valley to make small batch apple brandy. Davis eschews the usual practice of fermenting just the apple juice; however, he leaves the peels and fruit in during fermentation for a deeper apple flavor. The results are spectacular.

  $35 at Davis Family Vineyards

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Bone Bangle

  

  $40 at Early Jewelry

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Art Prints

  

  (via Dooce)

  $30 at Push Me Pull You

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Smoke House Incense Burner

  

  The most literal house-warming gift ever-try using a woodsy pine incense for extra verisimilitude.
  -Guest posted by Evany Thomas

  $36 at Velocity Art and Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Robot Plates

  

  $26 at Loft Party

  Kirtsy This | Posted 21 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Mamma’s Milk Stretch Cotton Invisibly Adjustable Baby Pouch

  

  $45 at Shop Intuition

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Primavera Tablecloth

  

  $45 at Wexner Center

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Tag Cups

  

  $36 at Fly Bird

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Lotta Jansdotter Pollino Tissue Box Cover

  

  $26 at Greener Grass Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Spam Shirt

  

  This site lets you choose a spam slogan shirt from their collection, or type in your own favorite subject header. I’m partial to Bhig Tritted Ifnnocent Asmateur, but it’s your call. (Thanks, Heather!)

  $26 at Spam Shirt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Chenille Blankets for Children

  

  $45 at Elisa Lou

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Glass Menagerie Cups

  

  Because you’ll need something to serve the orange juice in when your Gentleman Caller stays over.

  $32 at Anthropologie

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Feb, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Cowl Neck Cozy

  

  $35 at Wing NYC

  Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• The Plank

  

  One of these babies and couple wedges of good cheese and you win the prize for houseguest of the year.

  $26 at Branch Home

  ( 20" long x 5" wide x .75")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Rejuvenation Gift Set

  

  2007 VALENTINE'S GUIDE

  Tea Forte’s choice teas come in aesthetically pleasing pyramid-shaped bags. The mesh bags even have wired tags that hook over the side of your cup, so you’ll never have to fish around in scalding tea for an escapee. This soothing gift set comes with a lidded tea cup, tiny trays for the used tea bags, and a selection of whole-leaf teas. It’s a bundle of calm escape, and you don’t even have to wrap it.

  $40 at Tea Forte

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Satin Slip and Wrap

  

  2007 VALENTINE'S GUIDE

  The gift that says, “I think you’re hot, but I do not think you’re a slut. Unless you’re into that.”

  $48 at Victoria's Secret

  (For the robe and slip.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Forget Me Not Silver Ring

  

  2007 VALENTINE'S GUIDE

  Pick up the dry cleaning, mail a birthday card to mom - she has a dozen things to remember every day. This ring puts you at the top of her list.

  $45 at Cooper Hewitt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Poppies Tie

  

  2007 VALENTINE'S GUIDE

  Be the first to give the boy flowers.

  $40 at Cyberoptix

  (Silk)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Magic Lucky Bean Necklace

  

  Fee, fie, foe, fum!
  _-Guest posted by Evany
  Thomas_

  $40 at Etsy

  (Sterling silver, 1" x 1/2")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sushi Trays

  

  Reader Isabel Feliciano writes: “I love these sushi plates, curved trays, and leaf trays featured in bamboocloset.com. They’re all made of capiz shells molded into unique designs that come in vivid colors. Sure came pretty handy for a Japanese-themed party I just threw over the holidays! Very affordable in sets.” If you’re not the sort who throws sushi parties, these would make dramatic snack holders. The green ones would look especially great with a handful of dried apricots and some walnuts. Thanks, Isabel!

  $29 at Bamboo Closet

  (For three.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Two-tone Knit Gloves

  

  ON SALE Like a steaming caf’e au lait for your hands. From Paul Smith.
  _-Guest posted by Evany
  Thomas_

  $33 at This is Auto

  (Regularly $55, also available in grey/camel and black/grey.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Key Nightie

  

  Unlock only the sweetest dreams with this comfy tee-style nightgown. Comes in black, red, olive, natural, and silver.
  _-Guest posted by Evany
  Thomas_

  $26 at Petaline

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• ChalkBoarder Strips

  

  You can spend the next three years trying to get your kids to stop drawing on the walls, or just find a handy workaround. Apply these chalkboard strips anywhere, and remove them without damaging paint or plaster.

  $44 at Small Concepts

  (Item no longer available.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Fashion Stick Umbrella

  

  Spring is on the way, do you really want to spend twenty minutes at the bar puzzling over which black umbrella is your black umbrella? These fun alternatives come in eight charming prints, and also come in travel sizes.

  $35 at Rain Shop

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Flip by Umbra

  

  $28 at Modern Motive

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 03 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Candlestick Maker

  

  These porcelain discs perch atop any small vessel–wine glass, vase, mug–and turn it into a candle holder. Insta centerpiece.

  $30 at Cooper Hewitt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Double Wall Sake Glasses

  

  $25 at Bodum USA

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Plaid Twill Pant

  

  All he needs is a wee little golf bag and newsie cap and you’re all set.

  $40 at Two Girls and a Boy

  (Item no longer available.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 02 Jan, 2007 by Margaret Mason

• Sea Urchin Bowls

  

  These bowls are made of iron coated in gold leaf, and they come with a glass liner and sliver-plated spoon. The little one would make a gorgeous saltcellar for the table.

  $25 at Jayson Home and Garden

  (small: 4.5" W x 1" H, large: 6.5" W x 2" H . Larger bowl is $60.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 22 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Wool/Cashmere Button Beanie

  

  $48 at Banana Republic

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• F-1 Jet Comfort Kit

  

  As long as you’ll be on a plane for twelve hours, might as well make things comfortable. This kit includes: earplugs, dental kit, a neck rest, Dylan’s Candy Bar chocolates, slipper socks, eye Shade, F-1 moist towelettes, pen, and a deck of cards. A great gift for honeymooners, business travelers, and new grads.

  $45 at Flight 001

  (7" X 5" X 2")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Fern Sconce

  

  $35 at ZGallerie

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• JPG Magazine

  

  We’ve posted about JPG before, but now it’s all grown up. The little, though gorgeous, chapbook of amateur photography has morphed into a full-sized, glossy magazine with a much more budget-friendly price tag. Full disclosure: JPG is the brain child of my pals Derek Powazek and Heather Champ, who are both unreasonably talented, so I’m feeling pretty excited for them. This week, Mighty Goods readers get $5 off any subscription (discount code MIGHTYG), including the extra fancy gift subscriptions that come with a useful mini-tripod.

  $25 at JPG Magazine

  (For six issues.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Cooler and Seat Tailgater

  

  You keep your seat warm, the cooler keeps your beer cold.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 11 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Bubble Machine

  

  Leaves your hands free to participate in the bubble popping. Actually, you only need one hand for that, the other is for your wine glass.

  $34 at Zipper Gifts

  (9.5"L x 7"W x 7"H)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Toadstool Apron

  

  It’s been too long since she’s made her magic brownies. Offer some inspiration.

  $28 at Made with Love by Hannah

  (Apron front is 12.5" wide and 20" long at the center.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Diana Fayt Calendar

  

  2007 CALENDAR GUIDE Diana Fayt is a San Francisco artist who makes gorgeous ceramics. Her calendar features twelve original designs that are offset printed on Japanese paper. Get yours quick, I have a feeling they’ll be gone fast.

  $28 at Diana Fayt

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• 2007 Calendar Project: Monosashi

  

  2007 CALENDAR GUIDE An attractive bi-monthly calendar that lets you make a timeline of your year.

  $30 at Decoy Lab

  (36" W x 2.75" T)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Dec, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Jumbo Stamp and Sort Mailbox Set

  

  BUDGET HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE This mini mailbox comes with six wooden pieces of mail with stamps that kids fasten with Velcro. The letters fit in different slots in the mailbox, and you can always slip your own notes into the mix.

  $30 at Olie Bollen

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Quercetti Skyrail Marble Roller Coaster 150

  

  BUDGET HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Kids build a roller coaster with 20 feet of track, and then set a marble in the groove and watch it run.

  $35 at Kazoo Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Shadow Magic

  

  BUDGET HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE The light blaster casts a shadow, and the glow screen captures it. Hours and hours of madcap, jazz-hand fun.

  $25 at Perpetual Kid

  Kirtsy This | Posted 14 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Hop Balls

  

  BUDGET HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Why do they only make these in kids’ sizes?

  $25 at Hearthsong

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Bottle Opener / Fridge Magnet

  

  BUDGET HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Makes the bottle opener so much easier to find when you’re drunk.

  $27 at Charles and Marie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Pod Earrings

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  These earrings shaped like seed pods will remind her of her childhood backyard.

  $40 at Pio Playground

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Lilly Bean Play Food Brown Bag Lunch

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  The sooner you teach your kid to make a sandwich, the sooner he can learn to make you a martini.

  $38 at Mahar Dry Goods

  (Out of stock.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Zoom Microscope with Viewer

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  A new perspective for your budding scientist.

  $45 at Binoculars.com

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• One Year of White Pages

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  For the writer, artist, anal-retentive list maker in your life – one slim journal for each month of the year.

  $35 at Rare Device

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Snack-Size Deep Fryer

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  Finally! A deep fryer small enough to keep on the counter for all of his convenience frying needs. Seriously though, fresh potato chips? Yes, thank you.

  $40 at Improvements Catalog

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Jumbo Tinker Toys

  

  2006 HOLIDAY GUIDE

  For your little Doozer.

  $35 at Back to Basics Toys

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Nov, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• 10 Piece Collage Frame

  

  $25 at Target

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Rattle Set Fruit

  

  $32 at Chloe in Style

  Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Kbox Modular Boxes

  

  $34 at Rare Device

  (Small box is 4 3/8 x 2 7/8 x 1")

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Jerky Society 3 Months

  

  Eight ounces of top-quality beef jerky every month for three months. Nothing says love like a meat subscription.

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Vera Wang 2-Piece Salad Serving Set

  

  Nothings says wedding gift like sophisticated salad tongs. Unless it’s a blender.

  $35 at Macy's

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Seeds

  

  $40 at Super Maggie

  Kirtsy This | Posted 16 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Holiday Stamp and Wrap Kit

  

  Did you seriously buy wire-trimmed shaping ribbon and double-sided sticky tape so the tape doesn’t show when you wrap your gifts? Honey, put a little rum in your cider and let your kids make the gift wrap this year.

  $25 at Hearthsong

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Mug with Cookie Shelf

  

  Maximize your cookie calories by eliminating one of the dishes you have to wash.

  $31 at Up To You

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 06 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Solar Powered Helicopter

  

  You set this little helicopter in the sun, and the propeller spins on its own. It comes in several colors and doesn’t actually fly, so your china is safe. Thanks, Robert Yang!

  $32 at Plastica

  Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Oct, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Swim Locker Basket, Large

  

  $28 at The Mut

  (12"w x 12.5"d x 8"h)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Aluminum Collator

  

  Okay, the beige plastic tub on your living room desk isn’t doing much for the ambience. Give your papers someplace stylish to live and you might be more motivated to organize them one day. Preferably before the federal government asks you to do so.

  $48 at The Mut

  (13" high and 6" deep)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Twiggy

  

  $32 at Wild Garden Design

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Little Small Clothespin People

  

  I want to devour these. You’ll find a new doll on the site most weekday mornings. Each little small person is handmade and unique. I think they’d make amazing Christmas ornaments, but they’d also be sweet in shadowboxes in the nursery.

  $30 at The Small Object

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Cast Iron Tape Dispenser

  

  $41 at Salvor Kiosk

  (no longer available)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Transglass Carafes + Tumblers

  

  I posted about these on the Readymade blog a while ago. Here’s what I said: The Transglass Bottle Collection features handsome, simple tableware made entirely from recycled beer and wine bottles. Environment-happy items from Transglass – which is a collaboration between artist Emma Woflfenden and designer Tord Bontje – have been accepted into the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and now, Branch Home is offering handmade vases, carafes, jugs, and a set of four tumblers for only $30 a pop. Beats the heck out of your Chianti-bottle candleholder, no?

  $32 at Branch Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 18 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Large Nested Woven Nylon Bins

  

  I love the idea of opening a closet to find a shelf filled with colorful organization crates.

  $30 at Container Store

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Melamine Layers Lunch Box

  

  This colorful lunch box gives you instant portion control, plus eliminates paper lunch bags and sandwich bags without eliciting complaints that the “food was touching.”

  $28 at Pearl River

  (Also available in a larger square version.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Shower Curtain/Towel Rack

  

  You can also use the secondary rack to hang a shower curtain liner if you prefer. (Via Product Dose.)

  $45 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 08 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Personalized Baby Blankets

  

  Cotton baby blankets with satin edges on which you can print up to 200 characters to create a personalized message. A reasonably priced, unique gift.

  $39 at Fill in the Blankie

  (Prices vary according to blanket selection.)

  Kirtsy This | Posted 07 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Self-watering Flowerpot

  

  Your plants seem to die when you look at them wrong. This self-watering flowerpot lets you go 7-10 days without watering. Give your plants a fighting chance against your forgetfulness.

  $28 at Orange Skin

  Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Sep, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Escama “Chica Rosa” Cosmetic Case

  

  This cosmetic bag made of aluminum can tabs appeals to my crafty side. A reasonable price for the handywork too. They also offer a handbag. Thanks for the tip, Laura!

  $37 at Rain Dogs Online

  Kirtsy This | Posted 31 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Blue Chain Curtain

  

  $33 at Sprout Home

  Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Stella Retro Apron

  

  Via Megnut.

  $40 at BellaPamella

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Curiosa

  

  I posted about this book on the ReadyMade blog a couple weeks ago and realized that I’d never mentioned it here. It’s one of my favorite gifts for thinkie types. Here’s what I said: Curiosa has me spellbound. If you were the type of kid who saved special pebbles, scraps of paper, or important leaves, Barton Lidice Benes’s book of “obsessive assemblages” will hook you.
  I couldn’t skip a single item-the communion wafer from JFK’s funeral, a bit of mummy dust, jelly beans from Ronald Reagan’s desk, Roy Rogers’s nasal douche. Item by item, the artist explores our acquisition instinct by grouping small, fascinating objects in illuminating ways. Something about this book satisfies the part of you that wants to be remembered with love. So ispiring.

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 28 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Playmobil Blue Ambulance

  

  This is my friend Hudson’s favorite toy. Hudson is five, and this ambulance is his favorite because: “It’s cool, and it comes with lots of rescue things inside. And there’s a light on the top. And there’s all sorts of people. And the ambulance has lots of suitcases where you carry all the stuff to make you feel better and get better. And there’s one thing else I want to say, OK? It’s also very nice.”

  $30 at Amazon

  Kirtsy This | Posted 25 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Food Chopper

  

  Our friend Jason swears by this timesaver. Put an onion inside and whomp, whomp, you have a diced onion. Your omelets, sauces, and broths will be veggietastic henceforth.

  $29 at The Pampered Chef

  Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Grommet Plaque Reversible Belt

  

  $45 at Ben Sherman

  Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Shea Travel Treasures Set

  

  A great deal for this convenient, yummy travel set that lets you try a range of L’Occitane’s products without a huge investment. Includes a 2.5 oz Shine Enhancing Shampoo, 2.5 oz Conditioner, 2.5 oz Shower Cream, 2.5 oz Body Lotion, 0.26 oz 100 percent Pure Shea Butter, 3.5 oz Milk Soap, 3.5 oz Lavender Soap, and a 1 oz Shea Butter Hand Cream.

  $35 at Sephora

  Kirtsy This | Posted 15 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Numi Tea Flower Chest

  

  Tea that blooms. Each tea rosette can be brewed up to three times, and they look spectacular sea creatures in a glass teapot.

  $45 at Sur La Table

  Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Authentic Wooden Pogo Stick

  

  For ages eight and up. The potential for minor injuries will provide hours of entertainment.

  $36 at Back to Basics

  Kirtsy This | Posted 09 Aug, 2006 by Margaret Mason

• Thomas O’Brien Angled Magazine Holder

  

  $38 at Target

  (no longer available)