2011 Must-Have Gift Guide For Boston
Looking to find some great holiday gifts for the 2011 season? We've got you covered with this compiled gift-guide that will not only fit your budget but is also versatile enough for most people on your list.
FABULOUS FINDS UNDER $10
Hollywood Fashion Tape
Mint Julep
1302 Beacon Street
Brookline, MA
(617) 232-3600
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Let's face it; at one point or another, you've been the victim of gaping fashion. You need a quick fix of the your hem or a way to secure your dresses. Search no more; Hollywood Fashion Tape ($10) is the perfect remedy to gift this holiday season. Fashion Tape will stick to all fabrics and your own skin without leaving a mark. Its unique yet completely useful to everyone!
Crayon Rocks
Not sure to what to gift a young child? What about these crayon rocks? These small crayon rocks (designed to help children develop fine motor skills) are perfect for small hands. Even better, these rocks (priced at $7.50) are made here in the US of A and are crafted from soybean and mineral powders
LUXURIES FOR $25 AND OVER
Stainless Steel Flask
A flask is often a tongue-in-cheek gift to offer to friends and family. This lightweight stainless-steel flask will fit in most purses and pockets. But at just $25 it can be the perfect little sometime to give to friends or family. Did I mention that it has a watertight screw top?
Formaggio Kitchen South End
268 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA
(617) 350-6996
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Say cheese, or at least to your friends. For those who love crumbly, creamy, and yummy cheeses, why not offer them a gift certificate to Formaggio Kitchen's cheese tasting classes? Classes range from $45-$75.00 and can be booked up to two weeks before the scheduled date based on availability.
INDULGENCES $150 AND OVER
Black Diamond Jambox Speaker
Staples
899 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 262-0310
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If your friends enjoy music yet are looking to get great stereo sound from a speaker that is designed to please any aesthetic taste, look no further than the Jambox speaker. Forget clutter or annoying cables, the Jambox is a portable wireless speaker that weighs 12 ounces and will fit in the palm of one's hands. You will love Jambox, as will your friends. Even better, this small speaker comes in black, red and blue.
Cotton Herringbone Throw
Hudson
312 Shawmut Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 292-0900
website
What better way to ensure your family and friends stay warm through the cold winter months than to gift them the Cotton Herringbone Throw ($225) from Hudson in the South End. This 100% cotton and herringbone weave throw is made locally in Maine and comes in a variety of colors such as Island Blue, Blaze and Apple Green.
What do you think are some of the best holiday gifts for 2011? (let us know in the comments section below)
Martini blogs on the Boston fashion scene at BeyondBostonChic.com. She goes in search of the latest trends and snaps shots of men and women around the city who really understand style.
