Holiday Gift Guide, 2009


1) For the Inner Audrey in Every Girl
HOBO
If she already has the "little black dress," then the "little black purse" is a must-have accessory. A high quality clutch from Hobo should be a staple in every fashionista's closet.

If she's the type that would rather add a little bit of color to her "little black dress," then by all means, grab one of these fun colors!
Don't let your loved ones stroll into that New Year's party unprepared!
HOBO



2) A Watch that He (or She) Will Love!

Nixon's edgy timepieces hail from Encinitas, CA--where active lifestyles influence their watch designs. These watches are sporty, stylish, and so wonderfully unisex-y.

NIXON



3) Oh, Those Sassy Office Mates!

Your coworkers would love to spend the last few hours of the work-day musing over these handy checklists from Knock Knock.
Knock Knock
 
Knock Knock
Knock Knock
Or, better yet, give the gift of wit with this book, "Insults and Comebacks."





4) For that 'One of a Kind' Gal

Weekend StoreWeekend Store
Weekend Store
Adjowah Brodie works out of her sunny studio in Oakland, CA. The Weekend Store's timepiece jewelry are unique handmade designs that serve as both antique and wearable art. These "one of a kind" pieces are a
ppropriately named, "Watch Movement Rings and Necklaces."





5) The Kiddies CAN play at the table!

Silicone placemats are a parent's best friend. Spill spaghetti sauce on this mat, and in one moist paper towel swipe, the mess vanishes!  When food-catching isn't its main function, grab that set of washable markers and parents can let the kids play! (By the way, a set of water-based markers might be the perfect added touch to this gift.)


"Kat in the City"


"Hide & Seek"

"Day at the Pond"
 


6) The Designer's Eye
Erica Weiner
Erica Weiner
Before Erica Weiner created her limited edition reworked vintage jewelry, she was a theatrical costumer and samplemaker in the fashion industry. Her vintage-inspired designs emphasize and promote craftsmanship and affordability.

Moly MMolly M
Earrings and Necklaces designed with lasercut precision from architect Molly M are inspired by the process of making architectural model pieces using a lasercutter. The lasercutting process lends itself perfectly to her designs.



7) For Those Closing Escrow


The Light Garden

The Light Garden

The Light GardenThe Light GardenThe Light Garden

A box of stunning hand-wound Flower Lights from The Light Garden really breathe life into a dark corner, or add sparkle to a hallway console!

Swing Design
Swing Design

Swing Design
Who wouldn't appreciate a framed photograph of, well, yourself? Kidding. But hey, everyone could use a great set of Swing frames for their new place!


8) Feel Good Shoes for a Feel Good World
TOMS shoes
Last, but not least, Support the Toms "One for One" movement by gifting these flexible pair of shoes to your friends. (Available in a variety of colors.) For each pair of shoes purchased, Toms gives a pair of shoes to a child in need. Feel good.



Happy Shopping! See you at Therapy!


 

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