Sweet Gifts: An Affordable, Practical Gift Guide

Sweet Gift Guide 2021 AFFORDABLE, PRACTICAL, AND MAGICAL

GIFTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST

The winter holiday season is really special to me. It was always busy and exciting. I lived in two separate households and I celebrated in a big way with both families every year. Giving gifts was always an important way to feel connected to people I didn’t get to see everyday.

The act of picking out, wrapping, and giving gifts is almost therapeutic.

No matter the different personalities and tastes of your friends and family, you can always find away to make their days even sweeter with the perfect gift. I hope this guide helps you make your friends and family smile, and on a budget.

Contents For the #LocalLover ..................................... 4 For the Nester ................................................ 6 Gifts that keep giving .................................... 8 For Her.............................................................. 10 For Her BEAUTY EDIT ................................... 12 FOR Him .......................................................... 14 For the Parents ............................................... 16

Thing to Note UNDER $25

UNDER $50

UNDER $100

GET X% OFF WITH YOUR PURCHASE WITH CODE “ABC”

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for the #LocalLover Shop local and shop with love. Supporting small businesses is good for your community. Each local gift has its own story to share, too.

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Give Local Near or Far UNDER $100

UNDER $25

Darling Boutique Box

Sun Theory Candles

Unas Bolsas Bags

THIS CHARLOTTESVILE BOUTIQUE MAKES SEVERAL GIFT BOXES I SEND ALL YEAR!

MY FAV SCENTS AND THEY’RE IN REPURPOSED VESSELS. THERE’S ALSO A SUBSCRIPTION OPTION.

THEY’RE MADE FROM RECYCLED WATER BOTTLES BY ARTISANS AND TOTALLTY CHIC.

UNDER $100

UNDER $100

UNDER $50

Mod & Soul Sweaters

Lammar Marie’s

Pop of Confetti Earrings

THIS RICHMOND BOUTIQUE ALWAYS HAS CUTE SWEATERS, WHICH WE ALL NEED MORE OF.

SO MANY FLAVORS AND LOTS OF GIFT OPTIONS FROM THIS RVA BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS.

FOR THE FESTIVAL GAL ON YOUR LIST FROM LOCAL BOUTIQUE THE CONFETTI MARKET. Sweet Sauce | 5

for the NESTER We’re all a bit of a home body now, aren’t we? Shop these gifts to make working from home more cozy and relazing even cozier.

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Home Items I Love UNDER $100

UNDER $25

UNDER $25

Glass Cloche

Bare Homes Blanket

Milk Frother

OUR MOST-USED BLANKET IN THE APARTMENT TAKES COZY TO ANOTHER LEVEL. GO BIG ON SIZE.

PAIR WITH LOCAL COFFEE FOR THE I GOT THIS AS A GIFT AND IT TOOK SMALL-HOME DWELLERS. INSTEAD ME A WHILE, BUT I USE THIS FOR SWAPPING DECOR EACH SEASON. OF AN ESPRESSO MACHINE.

UNDER $25

Sheepskin Throw

Stand Alone Fireplace

Air Purifier

I HAVE 4-5 OF THESE. I THROW THEM EVERYWHERE TO UPGRADE OLD FURNITURE + MORE.

THESE MAKE ANY OFFICE, BEDROOM, OR LIVING ROOM COZY. USE JUST LIGHTS OR WITH HEAT.

THIS BLUEAIR PURIFIER HAS THE BEST REVIEWS AND IS ONLY $139.

GREAT FOR THE ALLERGY-PRONE.

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GIFTS THAT KEEP GIVING Not all gifts are a one-time deal. Some can remind your friends and family you’re thinking about them again and again. Shop subscriptions + more.

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UNDER $100

UNDER $25

Daily Harvest

Bright Cellars

Plant Subscription

I’VE BEEN PART OF THIS FOOD SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE FOR 3 YEARS. IT’S SO GOOD + EASY.

I GET A BOX EOF WINE DELIVERED EVERY OTHER MONTH. ADJUST FOR MORE RED OR WHITE.

WHO ISN’T A PLANT LOVER? FEED THE OBSESSION AND THEY’LL THINK OF YOU EACH MONTH.

UNDER $50

UNDER $100

UNDER $100

Bala Bangles

Adore More

Olive & June Set

THE LATEST WORKOUT UPGRADE IS SMALL AND MIGHTY. THESE ARE GREAT FOR ALL AGES.

THIS IS MORE THAN A LINGERIE SUBSCRIPTION-- FIND FITNESS, LOUNGEWEAR, AND SOCKS.

A FOLLOWER TURNED ME ON TO THIS NAIL BRAND. THEY GO ON SO SMOOTH + ARE ALSO ORGANIC!

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Gifts with a Long Life

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FOR HER

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GIFTS SHE’LL LOVE This is definitely a specialty of mine. These are items I use and love personally or are on my very own wish list.

UNDER $100

Italic Bucket Bag

Beis Travel Bag

Gigi Pip Hat

I GET STOPPED ON THE STREET ALL THE TIME FOR THIS BAG. HIGH QUALITY, LOW OVERHEAD COSTS.

MY COUSIN AND I ARE OBSESSED WITH THIS BRAND. I WANT TO ADD THIS ONE TO MY COLLECTION.

THESE HATS ARE ALWAYS VIRAL. I HAVE 4-5 NOW. GO FELT WITH A BRIM OR A BEANIE!

UNDER $25

GET 15% OFF WITH CODE *SWEETSAUCE15*

Computer Stand

Booste Tea Set

Airpod Pros

THIS SIMPLE TOOL CAN HELP THE COMPUTER NERDS ON YOUR LIST. IT REDUCES NECK STRAIN.

I USE THE GUT AND FOCUS TEAS. THESE WELLNESS TEAS ARE A GAME CHANGER.

MY BROTHER GOT ME MY FIRST AIRPODS YEARS AGO. IT’S TIME FOR AN UPGRADE. Sweet Sauce | 11

For Her BEAUTY EDIT There are so many cute beauty gift sets and beauty items I swear by. Shop this special edit for the face.

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Upgrade Her Self-Care Routine UNDER $25

UNDER $100

Bobbi Brown Balm

Glossier Set

Dyson Hair Set

THESE ARE FUN AND REALLY HIGH QUALITY. THE SET IS A CUTE AND FESTIVE STOCKING STUFFER.

FRIENDS KEEP GUSHING ABOUT THEIR GLOSSIER PRODUCTS. THIS SET HAS A LITTLE BIT OF IT ALL.

THIS WHOLE SET IS $400+, BUT TOTALLY ON MY PESONAL WISH LIST. I BET ITS ON HERS, TOO.

UNDER $50

UNDER $25

Tory Burch Perfume

Wander Eye Masks

Leneige Lip Mask

MY FAVORITE PERFUME 7 YEARS RUNNING. I GET THE ROLLER BALL TO EASILY TAKE ON THE GO.

THESE ARE NOT ONLY CUTE AND GOLD, BUT THEY DEPUFF AND MOISTURTIZE MY EYES LIKE MAGIC.

THIS REPAIRS ANY AND ALL DRY SKIN AND SOOTHS OTHER WEAR AND TEAR FROM THE DAY. Sweet Sauce | 13

FOR HIM Shop for the partners, the brothers, the dads, the cousins, and the pals in your life who deserve a little extra holiday cheer.

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Gifts for the Men in Your Life GET 10% OFF WITH CODE *SWEETSAUCE10*

UNDER $100

UNDER $100

Stegmann Clogs

Soda Stream Machine

Bombas Socks

THESE HIGH QUALITY LEATHER HOUSE SHOES WILL UPGRADE HIS DAY WITH ORTHOPEDIC COMFORT.

SEVERAL FOLLOWERS RECOMMENDED THIS AS THE BEST GIFT FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS IT ALL..

BOMBA SOCKS FIT SO PERFECTLY AND LAST FOREVER. I HAVE MY OWN AND LOVE THEM DEARLY.

UNDER $50

UNDER $25

UNDER $25

Neck Massager

CBD Gummies

Bob Ross Chia Pet

GET THE GIFT YOU’LL WANT TO STEAL. THIS NECK MASSAGER WENT VIRAL WITH BLOGGERS.

MY MAN AND I LOVE THESE FOR FALLING ASLEEP OR TO RELAX DURING THE DAY. SO YUMMY!

FOR THE GUYS WITH A LITTLE BIT OF HUMOR AND LOVE FOR DETAILS. Sweet Sauce | 15

For the Parents

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Mom, dad, in-laws, step parents, and people who are like parents to you are the cutest to shop for. Think comfort and practicality.

UNDER $100

UNDER $100

Easy Canvas Prints

Blue Light Glasses

Parachute Robe

I SLAM DUNK GIFTS WITH THESE EVERY OTHER YEAR OR SO. UPLOAD ANY PHOTO AND IT’S ART.

FOR THE RENTS ON THE COMPUTER OR TABLET ALL THE TIME. THIS IS AN AFFORDABLE GESTURE.

THIS ROBE HAS THOUSANDS OF GREAT REVIEWS. GET THE PARENTS A CLASSIC THEY’LL LOVE.

UNDER $50

UNDER $100

UNDER $25

Money Tree Plant

Ninja Air Fryer

Silk Pillow Cases

CAN’T GIVE THEM THEIR MONEY BACK, BUT YOU CAN GIVE THEM A TREE! THIS GROWS SO EASILY!

THIS MAKES COOKING SO EASY, ESPECIALLY IF IT’S JUST THE TWO OF THEM.

I ALWAYS LIKE TO FIND SOMETHING A LITTLE EXTRA FOR THE PARENTS WHO GIVE SO MUCH. Sweet Sauce | 17

with Love, Megan T E M P L AT E B Y I S S U U