Mighty Goods: Dads

Old School Notebook

Sometimes it is just quicker and, frankly, more satisfying to write something down. Keep your thoughts and notes tidy in this hand stitched notebook made from recycled sewing patterns. Your cluttered brain will thank you.

$10 at 10 antemeridiem | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 11 May, 2012 by Rene

Pride & Prejudice Special Edition

AVIAN INSPIRATION

We aren’t judging this classic by its cover, but we do love this swan decorated special edition of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Elizabeth Bennet herself would be smitten with its bird motif and silky ribbon bookmark.

$20 at ModCloth | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 11 May, 2012 by Christy

Notre Dame iPhone Case

If you can’t be in Paris, have a little Paris with you. Keep your smart phone chic-ly safe in this darling case designed by lazydoll. This linen case features a Notre Dame illustration with a sweet snap top.

$30 at lazydoll | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 11 May, 2012 by Rene

Herringbone Throw

Brahms Mount blankets are the ultimate in snuggle gear. Luxuriously soft and rich and woven on old school looms, this throw is a timeless and sure to be well-loved investment.

$236 at Orange And Pear | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 10 May, 2012 by Rene

Life is Better With Friends Card

AVIAN INSPIRATION

Birds on a wire send a cheerful message in an old-fashioned, handwritten kind of way. Life really is better with friends.

$4 at Monkey Mind Design | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 10 May, 2012 by Christy

Baking Gift Set

Face bridal shower season with the best (and easiest) all-in-one gift. Give the budding hostess a baker’s delight of a set that includes an adjustable rolling pin, a spatula, a pastry brush and- the most important tool of them all- a timer. Eat your heart out, Betty Crocker.

$45 at Joseph Joseph | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 May, 2012 by Rene

The New York Times 36 Hours: 150 Weekends

GIFT GUIDE: HER FIRST MOTHER'S DAY

New moms with a sense of adventure can still travel; they just need to pack diapers. Filled with weekend itineraries and insider info, this is a great resource for fun family getaways. The family that travels together…

$40 at Anthropologie | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 03 May, 2012 by Christy

Smart Phone Dock

School your fancy new phone on where it came from. The Smart Phone Dock by Jonathan Adler recharges your phone with a wink in ceramic, retro flair.

$50 at Global Home | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 03 May, 2012 by Rene

Sportline Pocket Water Bottle

We love a multitasker, and this water bottle from Sportline does not disappoint. Cram some cash or a credit card and your keys into the pocket and be instantly workout-ready and hydrated all in one convenient water bottle.

$11 at Walmart | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 02 May, 2012 by Rene

Custom Silhouette

GIFT GUIDE: HER FIRST MOTHER'S DAY

We are loving the silhouette trend right now. Capture baby’s sweet profile and preserve a moment in time for that first Mother’s Day.

$25 at Pretty Faces | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 02 May, 2012 by Christy

Zelma Rose Pocket Square

LOTS AND LOTS OF DOTS

Polka dots aren’t just for the ladies. A pocket square in vibrant green adds panache to a suit or sport coat, making it perfect for a spring wedding or special occasion. Bonus: He might be able to skip the tie.

$38 at Zelma Rose | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Apr, 2012 by Christy

SLR Camera Strap

LOTS AND LOTS OF DOTS

Is your camera still wearing standard issue, basic black? A new strap crafted from Amy Butler’s Full Moon Polka Dot fabric is a happy alternative.

$23 at See Lori Sew | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Personalized Seahorse Family Pillow Cover

LITTLE LUXURIES: MOTHER'S DAY

Mom will be touched that you took the effort to personalize a pillow cover for her, featuring her favorite people. Give Red Envelope the details and leave it to them to make a crisp and whimsical seahorse throw pillow cover that mom will adore and her friends will covet.

$40 at Red Envelope | Buy

(On sale)

Kirtsy This | Posted 26 Apr, 2012 by Rene

An Illustrated Guide to Cocktails

You’ve just moved in, and you need some beverage inspiration for the housewarming you’re hosting. Filled with illustrations, stories, and recipes, An Illustrated Guide to Cocktails is a unique resource. You might just find your new signature drink.

$20 at Elizabeth Graeber | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 17 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Reusable Produce Bags by Flip & Tumble

Paper or plastic? Neither! You always have your reusable shopping bags with you. Take it to the next level and corral your fruits and veggies in the produce section, too.

$11 at Mighty Nest | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 12 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Holey Boards

A functional cutting board is a hole-in-one kitchen staple. These gorgeous wooden boards feature holes for easy grabbing or scooping chopped bits into bowls or the sink.

$52 at Canvas | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Apr, 2012 by Rene

Milo Micro-Suction iPhone Stand

Milo props your phone up wherever you need it, whenever you need to be hands-free. Suction to your desk or any surface for easy video conferencing or mindless movie watching.

$15 at Blue Lounge | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 10 Apr, 2012 by Rene

The Macbeth Collection Party Tray

SPRING FLING-WORTHY FINDS

Who is ready to party? Looking for a fabulous housewarming, shower, or wedding gift this spring? We love personalized and functional gifts, and this tray from The Macbeth Collection fits the bill. Pick a print and add a monogram or personalize the tray any way you like. Your recipient will delight over a gift made especially for them, that they will actually use.

$78 at Orange And Pear | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Apr, 2012 by Rene

Stainless Steel Flask

Give the gift of a strong shot to your groomsmen, best friend, or hell, keep one for yourself- you never know when you’ll need a strong drink. We especially love the clean look of these stainless flasks, bearing either “To My Health” or “To Hell With Work” engraved on one side, with room for a custom message on the other.

$25 at Site | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Apr, 2012 by Rene

Ideal Bookshelf 413: Jane Austen

The books we love say a little something about who we are. A bookworm’s delight, artist Jane Mount creates custom paintings of your Ideal Bookshelf. Send her a list of your favorite reads or find them ready made in her shop.

$26 at Jane Mount | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 05 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Ziggy Plate

Planning a picnic? Add a burst of zig zag color to your spread with a set of colorful melamine plates. Note: The Ziggy is equally suited for your kitchen table, should April showers send you indoors.

$8 at French Bull | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 04 Apr, 2012 by Christy

Letterpress Hello

We are big fans of the internet, but there is nothing quite like the thrill of finding a handwritten hello in your mailbox. This simple black and white letterpress design from In Haus Press is perfect for sending a snail mail hello – just because.

$14 at In Haus Press | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Mar, 2012 by Christy

Lipault Luggage

You’ve heard the advice: pack light and go bright. French designed and ultra-light, Lipault luggage in bright orange is the perfect way to stand out at the baggage carousel. If you’d rather blend in, black is also an option.

$189 at Canvas | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 20 Mar, 2012 by Christy

Oregon Love

Does Oregon hold a special place in your heart? Or, maybe it is Italy or South America? Wherever it may be, Poppy & Pinecone has created original watercolors of your special state, country, or continent. So, where is your heart?

$20 at Poppy & Pinecone | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 13 Mar, 2012 by Christy

Sevenly Tee

Buy a tee, help change the world. Each week, Sevenly begins a new t-shirt campaign. For every purchase, Sevenly donates $7 to that week’s charity. That adds up to 52 limited edition t-shirts and 52 good causes. So, which cause will you support?

$22 at Sevenly | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 01 Mar, 2012 by Christy