Kerry Elizabeth's 2010 Gift Guide

For all the shoppers on a budget this holiday, I have come across great gift ideas from Etsy. You are sure to find unique pieces for just about everyone on your list. Here are some of my favorites all $25 or under.

Small Fold Clutch $25
This small fold over clutch is a shown with paisley black and white exterior fabric complemented with a striking pink lining. The pink is carried over to the detachable flower. The flower is layers of pink cotton with a few layers of red. The clutch has one pearl snap along the top when opened. Can be carried open or folded over. 

Customized Magnetic Spice Kit  $24.50
We cooks aren’t all the same. So why should our spice kits be? This is for 12 food-grade tins – which means they’re safe to put food into – with clear tops. The tins seal firmly on their own, so you don’t need to worry about them bursting open. Each container is 2.8 inches wide and .875 inches high. Depending on the spice and its weight, each tin holds between 1 and 2 ounces of spice. 

Cozy Mug Sleeve $24.95
Make your coffee or tea not only taste good, but also look and feel good. Forget those nasty standard paper sleeves and try something soft, natural and truly unique. This cute and trendy cabled Sage Green Cup Cozy will keep your drink hot, and your hands cool. It is knitted using eco friendly yarn and fastens with a stylish button. 

Hand Knit Cotton Washcloths $15
These hand-knit washcloths are soft, yet strong and durable. Knitted from 100% cotton yarn, they will hold up to daily use and many washes. These colors are inspired by the beach, and are grouped together in a convenient 3-pack. Perfect as a gift or just a little something for yourself!

The Bird $ The Bee Stationary Gift Set $22
The bird and the bee stationary set is perfect for the stationary lover or the bookworm on your list. It includes:
1 30-page magnetic notepad measuring 4"x8"
8 note cards measuring 5.5"x4.25" with 8 white envelopes
1 bookmark

Spell it Our Initial Charms $25
Looking for a unique, personalized gift for the ladies in your life? Or maybe just for you? Choose your initial from original letter photographic images from SPELLitOUTbyLSudler and then Daisy Mae Designs (on Etsy Ksickles)will create an original 0.60" x 0.80" rectangular soldered pendant just for you!

Lulu's Assortment Lip Balm $14.95

In lulus garden, you will find fresh all natural lip balm and hand products handcrafted in Maine! My specialties include: Happy Place, a synergistic blend of Lemon, Grapefruit and Rose helps to promote a happy or peaceful feeling, Chocolate Mint made with real chocolate, Sweet Almond Honey, Orange Patchouli Nutmeg, for you hippy trippy folks, Grapefruit Peppermint, Rosemary Lavender and my favorite, Winter Blend, to ward off those winter blues made with Bergamot and Clary Sage. 

Personalized Charm Necklace $25

This Sterling Silver personalized letter charm necklace with a Freshwater pearl and Swarovski birthstone crystal (your choice) is too cute to pass for a gift under $25.00. They will think you spent twice that much! 

Business Card Holder $19
A great present for people you love for the home or the office desk. The business card looks like it's "floating" on the holder. When assembled together they create a unique and designed stand for your business cards. 

2011 Beachscapes Calendar $24

Display each page in a desk frame, clear acrylic L-frame, or post on your bulletin board; as each month passes, cut off the bottom and you have a 5" by 5" piece of art in an easily frameable standard size!

Vintage Silverware Garden Marker Set $22
This is a set of four garden markers. The name of each herb is hand hammered into a vintage silverplated spoon. This set includes four markers for use indoors or out....the patina will just keep getting better. It's up to you which herb names you would like for your set.

Reusable Bowl Covers $25

Eliminate your use of plastic wrap. This set of 4 bowl covers is made from cotton fabric lined with polyurethane coated fabric. Elastic seals the cover to the bowl, keeping your food fresh. 

Dark Rustic Seafoam Jewelry Holder $24

The silver metal wire on top of the fabric offers flexible placing for all of your favorite earrings, no matter what size. There are five silver hooks on the bottom of the frame to provide space to hang necklaces, bracelets, headbands, etc.