It's that time of year. The time of year where we purchase, or make, gifts for those closest to us.
The woman's small group that I am apart of has been together for a few years now, and each Christmas we exchange small gifts. Granted, you don't have to participate, but we all do anyways.
This year I was on the hunt for the perfect gift that wouldn't break the bank. There are six of us in the group, so I do have to think small.
Here are some of the things I was looking at purchasing. They are all available through Dayspring.
First on my mind were coffee mugs. The majority of us in the group are coffee and/or tea fans. Actually I'm not so certain that the word "fan" is strong enough. Seriously.
Enter these gorgeous mugs. They are $10.99-$12.99 each. Pair this with a couple hot cocoa packets or tea bags, and it is the perfect gift. Or toss in a Starbucks gift card so your friend can pick up a cup of coffee when out and about.
$12.99
$10.99
I wasn't convinced that coffee mugs were right. Not this year.
Next I found myself thinking jewelry. Necklaces to be more precise. These two made my list. I loved the simple phrasing and the designs. Most women like necklaces, so I figured these could be a possibility. (I say most women because I am one of the few who doesn't wear them.)
$24
$14.99
Now I know you're thinking, "Laura, you said you wanted budget-friendly gifts. That necklace is $24! That is not budget-friendly". Am I right? Well I'll let you in on a little secret, both necklaces are currently on sale for $10 each. See, budget-friendly! (on sale as of December 8, 2016)
My next option was these beautiful coasters. YES, I said COASTERS. I love them. I would totally buy them for myself.
$11.99
As much as I love those coasters, I still wasn't sold that it would be the perfect gift. Plus my ladies might not like coasters as much as I do. Even if they are pretty.
I was starting to feel defeated and figured I would go with my usual gift of a journal. Those who know me, know that I am journal obsessed and I love to share that obsession with others. Enter the two beauties. Swoon!
$12.99
$8.99
Ultimately though, I wanted something different. I wanted something that would be looked at day after day, and could be used year after year. So, this year my small group ladies are going to receive perpetual calendars. I purchased five different titles because each one spoke to me and I have each lady in mind for each calendar. I'm only sharing two here though. You can see all that Dayspring has a offer on their website.
My friends know that I love everything by Holley Gerth. So when I found these perpetual calendars I knew they had to be mine -- err, rather my friends. (I will need to go back and buy one for myself.)
$10.99
$10.99
There you have it. The 9 gift options that I came up with for my small group ladies. I hope they enjoy their perpetual calendars, because I know I love them.
By the way, if you're not in a small group, these items would make great gifts for moms, grandmas, sisters, aunts, teachers, or friends. Well really anyone would appreciate them, or so I believe.
Do you and your small group exchange gifts at Christmas? What did you select for them?
*disclosure: this post is not sponsored by Dayspring. I just really love their products and happened to purchase some things to give to my friends for Christmas.
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