be happy for this moment.

Every time we love, every time we give, it's Christmas.

Dale Evans

I'm jumping in on the Holiday Shopping Carnival!

For Christmas gift shopping (and receiving for that matter) I'm a sucker for anything personalized. I think it adds that little extra something to any gift.

My top five gifts to give this year are special because they are the things that you may see in a store or catalog and love, but never actually buy for yourself (and I love any stationary). That's what makes them special for Christmas!

1. Swoozie's Personalized Notecards
High quality and with great style - use them all the time and give as gifts with plenty of compliments.

2. Cooper's Classic Monagrammed Kitchen Towels
Can't beat handmade items - this specific item shown has sold but you can contact Natalie if you'd like to purchase.

3. Design-Her Gals Personlized Stationary
I gave this to my roommate for graduation and they turned out beautifully - a little pricey but so cute.

4. Pic Pads
Never personally ordered but they combine my two favorites - photos and stationary - they're on my list as a gift for someone this year.

5. Clay Design Personalized Grill Platter
I gave Nick this for Christmas last year and it was a hit! Very sturdy and useful, he uses it all the time.