Oil Thrill

CONTEST ALERT: It’s a hard cross our skin has to bear as Canadians, as the winter weather whips our epidermis into a dried, sad state. Enter super-natural, super-awesome Weleda, makers of pampering skin oils that make perfect gifts for just about everyone on your gift list this winter.

Ride With Me

Try your hand at being a master railroad engineer with the obscenely fun game Ticket To Ride…plus how to turn this awesome gift idea into a gift that keeps on giving.

Flash Post: True Tartan

Show your provincial pride with tartan scarves representing eight of Canada’s distinctly different provinces with today’s flash post – the quickest gift-giving advice you’ll ever receive.

Flash Post: Colour Story

Welcome to my first-ever flash post, aka gift-giving ideas you can absorb in 60 seconds or less. Today’s pick is two design books by Jonathan Adler – perfect if you love a bright, happy home (and really, who doesn’t)?

Stamp of Approval

A pretty gift idea for you all today: custom-made stamps by French artisan lilimandrill. This amazing, truly one-of-a-kind gift gives you the chance to tag the world – and spread some love while you’re at it.

Puppy Love

Wanting to spread some love to your all-Canadian canine? Check out The Bay’s very precious and posh line of dog accessories.

More Mahna Mahna

It’s easy to spend a little green when you’ve got fantastic Muppets gift-giving ideas like these ones. Check it out if you’d like a little more mahna mahna in your life.

Find Of The Month: BootRescue

CONTEST ALERT – Tis the season…for weary winter weather to cause some serious wear and tear on your favourite footwear. Say hello to my new little friend, BootRescue – all-natural wipes designed to deal with grime and salt, and keep your best below-the-belt investment in pristine condition. Want to win a pack (or 30)? Enter here!

Quiet Time

The Canadian Gift Guide is going on a hiatus for a few days – but rest assured, I’ve still got your back now and into the New Year. Check out 25 last-minute stocking stuffer suggestions in this post.

Stuff The Kids’ Stockings

Alrighty then…another day, another chance to snap up more stocking stuffers before Christmas Eve. Today we’re looking at kid-friendly ideas that won’t break the bank, but may cause most munchkins to break into a smile.

Stuff His Stocking

Still searching for some awesome stocking ideas for your special guy? Here are ten quick picks that are readily available at a bunch of national retailers – brave the crowds and find that perfect finishing touch!

Stuff Her Stocking

Since we are *SO CLOSE* to the home stretch of holiday gift-giving, I’m dedicating the next few days to last-minute stocking stuffers you can easily pick up across the country. First, we take a look at ideas for the ladies.

Masculine Musk

CONTEST ALERT – Last week tackled the ladies, this week let’s douse the gents (and the ladies buying for them) with some insight into the latest scents for guys, and which ones should be on your wish (ahem, shopping) list this holiday season. Plus you could win a bottle of CK One Shock for Men!

My Gift Giving Philosophy

CONTEST ALERT: What’s this? Two posts in one day? Yeah well, it’s worth it when you check out these AMAZING gift ideas from body care brand Philosophy…and learn how you can walk away with one of them for yourself.