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I love using something they want, something they need, something to wear & something to read as a guide for picking out gifts. It makes things simple & practical in a world where holiday shopping is just plain overwhelming. Every year, I love picking out a few books, some pajamas (and tutus!), and some new puzzles, alphabet activities or art supplies. That leaves the “want” category open for a thing or two that they pick out on their own.
Harper has asked for a hula hoop & a doll bed. She has two of the sweetest ballerina dolls that she loves to pieces, so I am thinking this would be a fun DIY project for us to build her something for them to sleep in! And if you are in love with those dolls as much as we are, our friend Erin at Candy Kirby Designs is offering 15% off to our readers, with coupon code CKDLOVESTHEGARVINS. We love her too! 🙂
Eloise wants a puppy & a basketball. Simple enough!! 😉 Eloise is obsessed with dogs, so I found this hilarious dog house full of puppies
And then there are babies! I think it’s always so hard to come up with Christmas gifts for babies, because 1. they’re babies and 2. you probably already bought all the things you really need for them. A few of my favorite gift ideas would be milestone cards (if you haven’t already seen these, they’re really the cutest photo props ever!), which would also be the perfect gift for a baby on the way! And some adorable, all natural teethers (like the rubber boat or plush snail) that can also be used as toys!
I hope this has been helpful for anyone still in need of gift ideas, and as always, please share any of your great finds with us in the comments! I cannot even handle the excitement I have for the holidays this year, Christmas with three kids will surely be the best ever.
Happy Happy Friday!!! XO
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Babies are so hard to shop for! Those milestone cards are a good idea though. I still love that pig rocker so much! adorable!
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6 weeks! Eeeek
We use the same gift guide and it's great <3
A play kitchen is the best present! We bought one for my daughter when she was 2 and she loved it. When ever her friends come over it's the first toy that gets played with. Great list x
I love the want, need, wear, read concept & your gift guides never disappoint 🙂
Can you do a holiday gift guide for husbands!!?
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I've never heard that rhyme before and I love it. Makes complete sense!
I totally agree with you on the baby gift thing! And good to know the play kitchen was a big hit! We were looking at that exact one for our 2 year old daughter!
Lindsey
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love when you post this! so helpful in finding good quality items!
One and two are my favorites! Hoping to get Sophie gift number one this year!
liz @ sundays with sophie
I love the idea of doing something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something to read! We're building a library for our little one and found the sweetest book that you can personalize! If you use the following link, you can get 15% off your order!
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we have a similar puppy toy, but instead of a dog house, it's a tree with little critters stuffed in it. A bird, chipmunk, bear, fox, and raccoon. Ashlynn loves it. Great list!
Love this gift guide!
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Random blog question, how do you make your digital spreads?
Does your oldest still play with that kitchen? I am torn between that one and IKEA and worry that my 2 year old will outgrow the vintage one too fast because it's so small.
Love your ideas!!
Also, What do you use to make your collage? I love it!! =)
My boys are obsessed with dogs too 🙂 May I suggest the book "DOG" by Matthew Van Fleet! (can find on Amazon). It's a pop-up book with real dog pictures.. am about to order my 2nd copy as our first one got absolutely destroyed by being read (and petted/pulled) so often!
Most of us have a stack of magazines piled up somewhere in the house, waiting for the day when we would get a moment to look through them. Now is that time! Search through 'em all and find some fabulous looking corporate holiday party drink recipes for the holiday party.
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