Every woman I know loves these ruffled shirts from J.Crew

A list of gifts that might not be such a great idea…unless she specifically puts them on her Christmas list. My list is by no means exhaustive.

Short on time? Can’t figure out what to get her? These gift cards are a safe bet!

Green Holiday Decor would be one approach to an Earth Friendly Christmas, just be sure to give your gift early so that the recipient can use it. These stocking, which are made from recycled fabric are a great example of green holiday decorations. These paper sugar plum wreaths are made with some recycled and found papers.

There are lots of great “green” gifts out there for the environmentalist in your life. Bottle Bottoms recycles bottles into glassware. I’m a fan of the Perrier glass, made from a Perrier bottle.
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Handmade, artisinal soaps make an inexpensive gift for an office gift exchange, stocking stuffer or package filler. There are some great masculine scents out there, such as Cedar and Redwood, Beer Soap, Bay Rum Goat’s Milk, or the Red Leaf Soap and Shave Cube.
This is, of course also a great approach for girls. For a knitter you could get a felted soap, such as this Lavendar Oatmeal bar…it is like a soap and wash cloth in one! For a festive soap try Peppermint Flurry Soap. This fig and cassis bar …

These fabulous sterling silver collar stays are hand stamped with a message of your choice. A thoughtful gift, perfect for an underage grandchild to give his/her grandfather.
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For men in your life who deserve a little something special I recommend a hand engraved knife from Dennis J. Reigel. His selection of pocket knifes is stunning, and some can be personalized with a monogram for $20.

Bath and Body products always go over well with the ladies, you can’t go wrong if you choose from this list…

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Sending out Christmas cards this year? If you’re a woman, then probably. If you’re a man, then probably not. If you’re a married man, then you might drop them off in the mailbox. So why don’t men send Christmas cards?