It is getting closer and time is running out, oh what a headache trying to find the perfect gift! Especially for those who seem to have everything... what do you get for them? Well, here are some simple ideas for people who could benefit from a touch of organization... after all that is what I do EVERY day :-) 1 - COFFEE STATION ORGANIZERFor those in your circles who love coffee and have a collection of supplies and gadgets and love to make coffee to go this is a great Gift Idea for their coffee station. It keeps everything organized and very handy from paper cups to carboard sleeves, mixing sticks, and sugar/sweetener packs it even has 2 drawers for coffee pods and tea bags should they love tee as well. It could hold straws and napkins along the utensils and maybe salt packets for those that pack lunch. I see the option to customize it for whatever a person needs are, maybe they prefer tea and hot cocoa instead, or like to make snacks and drinks for their kids. I think it can be adapted. Point is it will keep all those moving little pieces in one place, easy to find and organized. It will only require refilling. Of course it would be great if it could refill itself but I don't think we are there yet... maybe in the near future?? ... lol You can find in on Amazon HERE 2 - MEN VALET BOXFor those of you that have a man in your life that leave his belongings everywhere and constantly ask you where they are, here is a Valet Box Organizer that can be used on a nightstand, home office desk, near the entrance or in the kitchen, wherever they drop most of their stuff. It has a tray, a drawer and a docking station for charging phones and tablets. A docking station is simply a slot to place electronics while on charge, it has a slit for cords, but it does not charge the items for you, they will still need to be plugged into an outlet. It provides a place to corral those everyday items men carry with them and constantly misplace. It is portable so they can place it wherever they feel they might need it even on the coffee table next to their favorite chair! Enjoy your peace of mind and you are welcome! ;-) Link to this Gift Idea HERE 3 - DOOR KNOB ORGANIZERThis is a great Gift idea for people that Forget or lose stuff both men and women, young or old nowadays with super hectic lives it's easy to forget.
I have lots of clients that tell me they forget things on their way out, causing them to have to come back, search for them and often be late. So I did a little searching and found this gadget and it seems like a good solution. One because it’s RED and red signifies Stop! Pay attention! Two because it hangs right on the doorknob which you will have to touch if you want to open the door and get out…lol… Impossible not to see it and thus remember what you need to take with you. With the countdown getting down to it's last days this is a great last minute gift idea for a loved one that tends to forget and constantly comes back to get things, if it’s someone that lives with you, you know what I mean! They call you to check if said item is anywhere in the house, oftentimes YOU have to spend time looking for it, or even worse end up having to bring it to them. Do you recognize yourself here? In this case this gadget is for you! Having this on your doorknob will allow you to place things there that you know are necessary for that special forgetful person the next day, saving you some time and peace of mind. It would be best if you could train them to use it themselves though… new habits can be created. If you identify with one of those individuals that does often forget things and has to rush back and look for forgotten items, consider getting one for yourself or put it on your wish list for birthday or Christmas gifts. :-) Link to this gift idea HERE I hope these suggestions will resonate with some people out there and provide some relief in some cases... either way... Happy Holiday to everyone! It is the season for giving and with it comes the season for wrapping gifts… but do you know where your wrapping supplies are?? I often help clients at this time of year not only to get out their Christmas decorations but very often searching through the home for all the different paraphernalia used for gift wrapping, and that is because they don’t have a place to keep it all. I have found wrapping paper rolls in the most unique places... Although last year I did have a client who had all her wrapping needs neatly stored away in one of these organizers and I loved it!! So I did some research and found these 2 very similar Gift wrapping storage organizers that will make it a breeze to find everything you need, no more looking for cards, ribbons, markers, tape and most of all you will no longer find wrinkled ribbon or crushed rolls of paper. Depending on how much stuff you have you may need a different size, and they do come in sizes from small to extra large. The first one is from Hearth and Harbor and comes only in blue but has sizes from S to XL, with plenty of storage. It is also water, moisture and puncture resistant. The L size includes:
If you are the type that enjoys beautifully wrapped gifts and have extensive supplies this might be for you, if you have less one of the smaller sizes might suffice. The second option is from Sattiyrch and comes in Red or Green, but one size only, it seems pretty sturdy and is water, moisture and puncture resistant, it accommodates around 20 rolls of paper.
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In conclusion they both seem a pretty good choice, depending on your needs and color preference, they have good reviews and are affordable. I found both on Amazon and both are linked. I think it is a good way to organize your mini wrapping station and making it portable, should you ever have the need to wrap away from prying eyes… lol… Having everything in one place makes it much easier and saves a ton of time. Happy Holidays and Happy Wrapping!!! I previously covered Edible Gift Ideas for the minimalist in your life, after all once something is consumed it will no longer take up space in their home. But what if your loved one does not care much about food? ...Aside from Edibles there are other gift ideas that would make a minimalist happy if they are not enthusiastic about food related gifts. Below are some ideas for you to consider. Experiences If the gift recipient is someone that loves adventure or experiences with their family and friends, depending on their hobbies and preferences there are plenty of choices they will enjoy whether nature, art and culture or travel related . Here are some, but there are a ton more. 1 - National Parks Pass or membership It will support the local National Park and Wildlife Services, and will offer the gift receiver time among nature to create beautiful memories with whomever they will bring along.Most parks have discounted passes for elderly, disabled and military members so check that before purchase. 2 – Museum Pass or membership Maybe your loved one is not so much into nature but more culture oriented so a Museum seems like something they would enjoy. It depends on your budget and the habits of your giftee, there are plenty of options for you to explore, nowadays there are museums for anything from Art to Ice Cream. 3 – Airbnb Gift Card For those that love to travel and Airbnb is their preferred choice of stay, a gift card will be well welcomed. Vacations are pricey and everything helps. You can get these at Target. Staples, Best Buy, and chose the amount. 4 – Movie Theater, Netflix or other streaming platforms For the Movie buffs in your circles you can choose a Movies Gift card if they enjoy the going out experience, for those that prefer the living room couch there is always Netflix or a variety of streaming services they can enjoy. Discreetly find out their preference :-) 5 - Amusement Park / Farm I know they might have to wait till the warmer months but lots of families enjoy these family outings to amusement/water parks, something to enjoy with family and friends and again make great memories. Similarly there are also Farm experiences, either apple or strawberry picking, or enjoying pet zoos and at times great meals with family. The gift of an experience that can be cherished. 6 - Concert Tickets Everybody has a favorite artist and concerts are a great experience. Depending on your area, and what the gift receiver likes there are plenty of options, special events or shows that might be on their bucket list. Find out what they like and gift accordingly. Other Gift Cards 1 – Barnes & Nobles Gift Card If your gift receiver loves to read, a Barnes and Nobles Gift Card is a great option, they can purchase online or in store and spend a nice afternoon at the cafe` browsing books. I love doing that myself :-) The good thing is they can purchase e-books that will not take up space in their home. You have the option of a physical or an electronic card and pick your amount, just visit their WEBSITE to read more. 2 – Starbucks or similar Gift Card Lots of people stop at Starbucks and similar on a daily basis for breakfast on the go or just a pick me up mid-day. If you know what their preferred chain is, get them a Gift Card that will keep them covered for a little while ….without bringing anything home! 3 – Gas Gift Card Maybe the person you are thinking of is someone who drives a lot or has a long commute to work and this is a very useful gift, considering gas prices can spike up at any moment. You can buy gift cards online from the comfort of your home. Here is where you can buy ExxonMobil Gift Cards These are just a few examples, there are so many options for gift cards that I can't list them all, but chance is whatever you loved one is into, there is a gift card for that. There are more ideas to explore and I am working on it for a future post so stay tuned.
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