As frost settled across the landscape this morning and Christmas lights twinkled from all directions; the spirit of the Holidays came to remind us it is the time of year to gather gifts for loved ones.
The joy of giving someone a brightly wrapped present is not always as easy as finding them the perfect item. This series of articles will help compile a fun guide to unique Christmas gifts for children of all ages. Feel free to leave ideas in the comment box at the bottom of this page.
Babies are by far the easiest to please when it comes to the Holidays. A bag of tissue paper would make them just as happy as a box full of presents. Here are a few one-of-a-kind ideas for any baby on any Christmas list.
Some of the best items for babies are the simplest. A beautiful pacifier clip, burp clothes, booties, bracelets, personalized blankets or totes are all great ideas for little ones.
Some of these items can easily be found in local boutiques and stores around the Evansville area, but some of the most original merchandise can be found with a simple click. It makes Christmas shopping fun and easy to ship to distant relatives.
Once again Etsy.com pulls out some great gift ideas for the littlest additions in the family.
Little Boy Blue, a gift basket for a little boy, made by Gift Baskets for Little Ones and is full of sweet items any little boy would love.
Gift Baskets for Little Ones carries an array of different themed baskets for children ages newborn to two years of age.
These unique baskets come jam packed with a lot of great items and are wonderful for all occasions. With Christmas just days away they would make a lovely gift for a little sprout on any list.
Check out more creations at Gift Baskets for Little Ones shop on Etsy.com.
For more baby items such as nap mats, burpies, and blankets, check out Miss Emma's Closet and Southern Sassy Pants.
Craftsbury Kids is another great site for handmade items for babies and children. There are so many items to pick from that is hard to list just a few, but the booties are hard to not fall in love with.
These tiny booties, Cream Branch Booties, are designed to keep sweet little toes warm and have precious leaves appliqued on them; they are fully lined.
Craftsbury Kid's website also offers a tab for all gifts under $20. A fun way to shop for unique gifts on a budget.
There are many fun and unique items out there for little girls and boys that do not have to be another toy under the tree. This year pick something that is sure to be one-of-a-kind and have a Merry Christmas.
Bloomers by Three Yellow Star Fish
Little Blue Basket by Gift Baskets for Little Ones
Cream Branch Booties found on Craftsburykids.com
Bowbands on Faithworksboutique.com
Petal Pink Starling gift set by Quiltish
Coming soon: If you are looking for more localized shopping without the click of a mouse you can check out these great locations. The Lollipop Tree located at 5625 East Virginia Street, Evansville, Indiana. Phone: (812) 401-8733 Hooray! children's boutique at 101 State Street Newburgh, Indiana. Phone: (812)568-3054 Baby & Me Designs that not only has a web-site full of merchandise, but because it is owned by a Newburgh mother; has a display of items at Pretty Little Princess Shoppe. Located at 2174 E. Morgan Ave, Evansville, Indiana. Phone: (812)479-7465 To receive future articles by Bobbi Hammonds, scroll to the top of this article, and click on SUBSCRIBE. Your e-mail address will not be shared with anyone else. If you have a story idea I would love to hear from you. Please e-mail your ideas to me at BobbiHammonds@gmail.com *Photograph of Three Yellow Star Fish by Misty Jones Photography and all rights are owned by this photography studio.
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These are great ideas. I love that no toys are included. As a mother of 3 I really get sick of more toys. Great Guide!!
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