#GIFTING

[incognitopolls]

"Not insulting": anon postulates that an insulting gift is usually determined by context. For example, giving an overweight person an unsolicited book about butterflies is unlikely to be insulting. Giving an overweight person an unsolicited book about how to diet is more likely to be insulting.

"Won't check later to see what you did with the gift": some people will, for instance, look around your home on their next visit to see if you're displaying the ugly figurine they gave you. For the purposes of this poll, assume they will NOT do that.

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[marzipanandminutiae]

Pro tip: when you tell your parents that you bought “a Fabergé egg“ for your sister for Christmas, be sure to specify that you mean a mass-produced collaboration between whoever owned the Faberge trademark in the 1990s and the Franklin Mint, so they don’t have a heart attack on the other end of the phone

[stargazingcarol]

I've been fighting for my life while wrapping presents. This is only my second year wrapping presents in all of my life (I'm 26) and like I've looked up videos on YouTube and I try I fucking try but they're still not the fucking best if I'm being completely honest. No one taught me and I didn't wanna ask my parents cause the presents were for THEM. I feel like this year I improved but again not the best still, lol. Also if y'all wanna say where u learned (videos or class, etc) or if a person taught you? I'm also gonna vote no bc even tho I feel like I'm better than last year they could be better lol.

[izzi-illustrates]

Hello, it's getting wintry here in the north and we're approaching that time of year traditionally rife with gift-giving. Do you know anyone who would like a really beautiful sketchbook? Because you could get them one! I have multiple sizes on the shop, both 130gsm sketching paper and 300gsm watercolour, and I can make lined A5 books custom on request.

Check them out at etsy.com/shop/DustedSunshine

[greekmythcomix]

✨What gift to get your mythical bestie? 🎁

[chronicfandom118]

Karen starts this obviously. She just has to get Frank that shirt. (Which he will begrudgingly wear).

So she tells Matt and Foggy.

Foggy who then decides Karen needs a fun shirt to match. Who reads out what seems to be hundreds of shirts to Matt who just wants to sleep on his night off patrol.

Matt hearing how much Foggy loved the shirts. Decides he needs to get Foggy one. He enlists Karen's help. Screen reader's only do so much when looking for things like this.

Karen knowing everyone but Matt is now getting a fun shirt has Frank buy him one. Blackmail or well she has her ways. Frank agrees to make her stop.

They all meet up once the shirts arrive and their schedules match. Everyone has to get pictures in their new shirts.

[expatesque]

At the demand of no one, please allow me to present...

S's 2024 Gift Guide

A gift guide with no coherent theme, just vibes, under the cut.

Starting out with anything from Bully. Do you have an extravagant person in your life? A brother that needs a touch of sophistication? Or a difficult aunt? Please allow me to recommend: anything from Bully. Luxe versions of normal things in the most spectacular packaging, truly the pick for anyone hard to shop for. I'm particularly drawn to the personalized combs, or the metal room diffuser, or any of their garden scents.

A cute calendar from a local artist. For the UK, I personally love this one that shows you what's in season each month.

A stupidly gorgeous candle (had to be done).

Take something off their plate - know someone who's overwhelmed, has so much going on, and could use a breather? Get them the gift of taking something off their plate. Whether that's babysitting the kids for an evening so they can have the night to themselves, building that new bookshelf they've had in a box for six months, helping organize their 30th, or buying them a deep clean with a local cleaning service, sometimes the nicest thing you can give someone is capacity.

For your local aesthete who's also a bit of a clutz (🙋‍♂️), metal champagne coups or martini glasses.

Know someone chic who has to take medicine throughout the day (or just really loves an ibuprofen)? A steel pillbox (and anything else from Rebecca's consistently stunning collections).

Know someone really into ruffles? Gorgeous pillow cases (pro tip: while initials are always chic, consider 'sweet' on the left pillow case and 'dreams' on the right for a fun alternative).

An (affectionately) insane swan juicer.

The person in your life that cares about fashion but is feeling a little lost in their style or wants to dress more intentionally: The Creative Pragmatist.

Your local espresso aficionado: this steel cup set and a bag of really good local beans.

Pope socks. I don't know who exactly to recommend this for, but if there's anyone who pops into your head when I tell you that the Pope's tailor sells online and you can buy the exact socks that all cardinals and bishops have to wear, get them Pope socks.

If you have a cook on your list who lives in a small space, get them a minichop (trust me, we all want one).

A lipstick lover who's open to trying new shades? Try the Dries Van Noten refillable lipsticks.

Books are always good. In addition to just a book you think they'll like, consider a lovely edition of their favourite (folio or any cloth bound classics). If you're really stuck, a coffee table book from Phaidon or Gestalten is a good bet.

For your dad, or grandma, or pretty much anyone: gorgeous, 100% cotton Italian pajamas at quite reasonable prices.

Really beautiful jewelry for your edgy, hard to impress cousin.

For the elegant person that has everything, the insanely beautiful kettle.

And lastly, a double gift, for you and the recipient: get a kid impacted by foster care exactly what they want this year via One Simple Wish. While I totally support the kind of gift drive where you buy a generic present for a 7yr old boy, I was a kid with niche interests and so the idea of getting someone exactly what they've asked for really appeals. There's usually gifts as low as $20, so you can support whatever your budget.

[nataliabdraws]

Calling Phase 2 fans of the High Republic! My Gella and Axel stickers and my Marda Ro stickers are up in my shop!!! ‼️🙌✨

🔗 https://nataliabdraws.etsy.com

[chasingrainbowsforever]

~ Purple and White ~

[life-spire]

[ultimafangirl]

My mom and I are arguing again and I want another opinion.

Please reblog so I can get a larger sample size

[amousewithnocheese]

me when I 👁️👁️ at people

like, hey babe can I come over and stare at your face extensively because I want to memorize the way you look forever and connect features of yours to features in nature?

like omg yes babe I saw a rock on the ground and it had the cutest little freckles just like you🥰🥰

can y’all tell I’m in love

[holts-knees]

Now that these are finally safely in my partner's hands i can reveal my latest secret project! To celebrate our first Christmas together officially labeled as a QPR I made them a set of QPR flag pride earrings. These were such a delight to put together, I love making long-form handmade gifts for them because it allows me to spend countless hours and days sitting and steeping in the all love I have for them, and weaving that in to the piece bead by bead. I also made a little freestyled Christmas tree ornament below the cut! [she's not perfect but she's Ours :3] Merry Christmas my Starlight, Here's to many more 💛💗🤍🩶🖤

ft. Candycorn Cinamaroll photobombing in the back

[justseventeen]

December 1967. 'Step into La Giftique Fantastique, all aglow with brights full of fashion and wit.'