2025 “Made in California” Holiday Gift Guide

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Happy holidays! It’s high time to start gift shopping and crossing those names off your list. In most of California, the season looks a little different from those typical wintry scenes you see on your greetings cards, wrapping paper and Hallmark Channel movies. But it’s no less merry and even more bright thanks to our […]

2025 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 11, 2025, so it’s time to get clicking on a gift for your mom, your children’s mom, or any other special mother figure in your life. Here are some great gift ideas with wide appeal, sure to be appreciated by mothers of all ages and interests. Many of them […]

2024 Holiday Gift Guide

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Whether you find holiday gift shopping to be a merry mission, a challenging chore or a bit of both, it always feels good to start checking names off your list. It’s even better when your gift purchases are thoughtful, original and more likely than not to be gladly received. Give yourself some bonus points (and […]

2024 Father’s Day Gift Guide

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Father’s Day is coming up fast on Sunday, June 16th, 2024, so it’s time to pick out a gift for Dad! If you’re struggling to come up with any good ideas, and your bids for suggestions or requests go unanswered, consider the great gift options in our guide below.  Engraved Wooden Watch $48+ from Betallo […]

2024 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is on May 12, 2024, so it’s crunch time for shopping for a gift for your mom, the mother of your children and any other beloved mother figures in your life. Flowers and a card are always appreciated along with a visit or phone call. But, why not do even better with one […]

2024 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

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Valentine’s Day is coming soon, meaning all the lovers of the world are assigned a mandatory gift-buying quest. Whether you’re long-betrothed, all loved-up, keeping-it-casual or just dipping your toes into the world of coupledom, consider yourself lucky to have such a task. After all, what better fortune is there than to have somebody to love? […]

2023 Holiday Gift Guide

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The super-organized among us might be done with their holiday shopping by now, but that doesn’t mean you’re short on time. It’s almost 2024 – we buy online and demand speedy delivery as standard, so procrastinate away. Yes, it’s advisable to get started asap, but there are plenty of shopping days left in the season. […]

2023 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 14th this year, so it’s time to start brainstorming gift ideas for your mom, your kids’ mom and any other important mother figures in your life. Flowers and a card are always nice, as are gift cards in a pinch. Here are some better ideas… Brass Rain Chime Earrings […]

2021 Father’s Day Gift Guide

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Is your dad, your kids’ dad or another special father figure in your life difficult to shop for? Have no fear as this Father’s Day approaches, as we have some fabulous gift ideas for your consideration. Whether Dad is outdoorsy, considers himself a top chef, a style icon or loves to try obscure new hobbies, […]

2021 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 9th, so it’s time to start looking for a thoughtful gift to show your mom or other mother figure in your life how much you care. Co-parents – don’t forget your kids’ mom needs some love on Sunday, too. If you’re in need of inspiration, check out our 2021 […]

2021 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

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Whether your love is brand new or you’ve been together for decades, celebrating Valentine’s Day during a global pandemic is a new experience for everyone. The pressure’s off to plan a romantic night out, but a cozy night in is definitely on the cards. So is a thoughtful gift – ideally one that makes this […]

2020 Holiday Gift Guide Part V: California Love

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Staying close to home for so much of the year has inspired a new level of appreciation for our home state. Why not show your friends and family some California love with these delightful Golden State-themed gifts? (Prices are subject to change. Order a.s.a.p. if you need gifts to arrive before Christmas Day!) California Hoodie […]