Gifts for her

by | Nov 30, 2012 | Aff Link, Gifts

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A huge thanks to all the ladies who helped us put together a list of items they would like for Christmas. I have put the current list at the bottom, but it will not be updated here. The permanent lists (links below) will be updated:

A couple of thoughts from the ladies to help you – Enlist the help of your wife’s friends or other people who might know what she needs.  For example, I know of one husband who knew where his wife got her makeup, and one day after she went to work, he gathered up all her makeup and skin care, took it to the place where she got it, and the lady there helped him buy everything that she was getting low on or suggested new products based on what she already had. If she shops in a small shop or a local place where the proprietors get to know their customers, they might be more helpful than you’d expect.  If she generally shops at a big box store, you’re probably out of luck there.

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► Gifts for Her ◄

This list of gifts is based on what women on The Generous Wife have suggested, with a few additions or specific suggestion added by Lori and me. Many of the links are monetised, so using them will help us. Where possible, links are to a search page for the item listed. 

Many merchants allow you to create “wish lists.” (Amazon for example) Check to see if a wish list is public or private (usually you can do either) or can be seen by a limited group of people.

There are many holiday specials (shop on-line at your favourite stores) and great coupon deals through companies like Groupon.

Chocolate © Suat Eman | freedigitalphotos.net Chocolate!  

Dark, handmade, etc. (try Godiva, Romanicos Chocolate, Sees Candies, or personalise some M&Ms)

Reading

     eReader –

  • Kobo
  • Nook
  • Kindle – I got Lori a Kindle early on and she loved it. Then she won a newer version and gave me her old one, and I love it too. If you read a lot, this will likely pay for itself in lower book costs. It will also save a lot of bookshelf space and make your carry-on luggage lighter! Here are the most popular versions, and an optional charger that someone suggested. Prices are for the versions that show ads – ad free generally $20 more:

     books (try Amazon or Barnes & Noble – links to gift cards)

  • by favourite author 
  • on favourite subject (fiction, non-fiction, interests, hobbies)
  • that you are willing to read and discuss with your wife
  • study Bible
  • daily devotional book

Gift Cards (you could make a book of gift cards) (links below are to gift card page)

Couple Time/Entertainment (note there was a theme of “please set up childcare”!)

  • Planned getaways, overnight stay at a nice hotel or B&B by the beach (plan the details, especially childcare)
  • DVDs (Pride and Predjudice, Wives and Daughters, Downton Abbey)
  • Tickets for an off Broadway show, concert, sports event, play
  • frozen yogurt place
  • gift certificate to your favourite restaurant (check Restaurant.com)
  • tickets for a special outing like a harbour cruise dinner or hot air balloon ride
  • monetary gifts planned together (to someone who is needy, sponsor a child, etc.)
  • a trip to a shooting range
  • a “one date night of your choice” coupon
  • a “date night” package – cozy socks, hot cocoa, cute mugs, and a movie for a date night in
  • Take me on a day’s shopping spree, have a cup of coffee, nice lunch, and shop, shop, shop 

Services (Make your own coupons here for free)

  • foot massages
  • babysitting
  • help with particular chore
  • a quiet night to herself would be a great gift for any woman
  • “I’ll make dinner” coupons

Misc. Items

Clothing et. al.

  • I would love my husband to pick a shirt HE LIKES for me.
  • slippers, shoes, boots
  • a nightgown with matching robe
  • jewelry (James Avery)
  • winter wear
  • purses
  • makeup
  • hair combs and clips
  • Something you think would be pretty on your wife specifically. “I saw this and thought it would be beautiful on you.” makes any gift special.
  • running gear

Photos

Hobbies

  • capo for guitar
  • music books
  • gift card to Joann Fabrics
  • items for the hobbies including “consumable supplies” needle threaders, safety pins, etc.
  • subscription to sewing or needlecraft magazine (try magazines.com)
  • find a class and arrange babysitting for her
  • sewing basket
  • sewing machine fixed or replaced

Sexuality/Romance

  • a love letter (handwritten)
  • love coupons
  • sexy letters
  • lingerie, Victoria’s Secret items or gift cards (Link to gift card section – tame if you don’t stray)
  • make love kit – massage oil, lubricant, position guide, etc.

Home and Garden

Pampering

  • slippers, throw blankets, or pillows
  • her favourite perfume
  • body and bath items, Bath and Body gift card
  • spa or salon gift cards
  • several massage gift cards  :)
  • gift certificate to have car washed
  • pedicure or facial gift cards
  • plan a get together (or getaway) for your wife and her friends (plan it with their husbands)
  • colour analysis workshop (where you learn what colours work for you) 

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