Gifts
Don’t * be afraid
*to think outside the box
INTERESTING GIFT IDEAS ABOUND for children or kids at heart. Silly gloves are out there too, but maybe a more sensible option will suit the adults on the shopping list. Touchscreen gloves allow for texting or using smartphones while wearing them. Try North Face brand for a solid pair for the outdoor enthusiast or for the fashionista, a leather set, like from Burberry.
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eems that mom often ends up as the name that should be on the “from” part of a gift tag, even though the words dad, sis or Santa find themselves in that spot. When a list of people to buy for grows longer, the ideas can run short. Top sellers, classic favorites and some unique finds should draw smiles when the giftwrap comes off under the tree. After all, no matter who put the present in the box, the thank-you from the person on the “to” part of the tag makes everyone feel the holiday spirit.
Wear In December, a great gift for anyone is something to keep warm. Slippers, wool socks, scarves, 12
Use knit hats and gloves make practical presents, but the style options available this year range from classic to crazy. No one has ever faked a smile when receiving a pair of slippers, right? And who could resist when opening up a silly set. For the traditional person, try some quality comfort with slippers filled with down and Memory Foam, like the BioSense Foot Comforters. Knit hats that put an animal on your head seem to be available almost anywhere this year. Pick a furry friend
Moments Magazine | November - December 2013
Electronics top many wish lists, with the category coming in third on the National Retail Federation 2013 Holiday Consumer Spending Survey behind gift cards and clothing. The Kindle Fire tops many best sellers in the electronic category, and retailers continue to feature the iPad and other tablets in their ads. For kids, the LeapFrog LeapPad2, a kid-friendly version with apps for learning, topped several hottest toy lists. Colorful and stylish cell phone cases or headphones, like the popular