Mid-Year Must-Reads – Fiction Edition

CONTEST ALERT! It’s our last entry into the Mid-Year Must-Reads edition of the Canadian Gift Guide, and this time I’m highlighting some fiction you’ll flip for. From a cheerleading noir to the cliffs of Mount Everest to an overcrowded lifeboat in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, these are books you simply won’t be able to put down, or regret reading.

I See London…

No underpants in here, despite the title of the post. I just thought that for those of you that have fallen hard for London during the Olympics might be keen on checking out these six Britannica-inspired picks.

Thanks For The Memories

Sure opening a present is typically part of a memory-worthy occasion, but why not make memories that last with one of these five keepsake-inspired ideas?

Ice Ice Baby

Chill out for a few and check out these creative and cute ways to give your favourite summer beverage an icy kick!

10 for $10: July 2012 Edition

Save your summer funds for summer fun – travel, shopping, or whatever’s on your mind. Still in need for some fab-yet-affordable gift ideas? I’ve got ten of em right here for you, all for under a tenner.

Oh Canada

What would a Canadian Gift Guide be without some truly Canadian gift picks? From maple-leaf emblazoned swimwear to maple-infused tea, I’ve got five fab and handy finds to make *our* day sparkle as bright as the fireworks.

Summer Fresh

CONTEST ALERT! Summer is so here (at least I hope where *you* live it is), so get in the sunny spirit of things with these five, summer-friendly picks…one of which you could win!

Super Ridiculously Last-Minute Father’s Day Gifts

It’s DAD’S DAY! And if you’re actually translating that statement as MAYDAY, rest assured, I’ve got five fab last-minute ideas that’ll have dad grinning and you winning in the gift-giving department. Happy last-minute scrambling kids…

Of The Month Clubs: Desk Supplies Edition

This month’s DIY ‘of the month’ club ideas are all around the theme of office supplies – perfect for graduations & teacher appreciations alike!

10 for $10 – June 2012 Edition

It’s another 10 for $10 on The Canadian Gift Guide! Check out these kick ass gift ideas that’ll cost you a tenner or less.

Say Cheese

Today’s picks are around the food of the gods: cheese! Of course, cheese gifts need not be cheesy – presenting five picks designed to make every amateur cheese nibbler a bona fide expert.

Flash Post: Book A Trip

No matter how frugal you might be, traveling is a luxury for most of us – so why not indulge a little with a memorable experience or two? Taschen’s twelve-volume travel book set gives you a taste of the high life in Berlin, London, New York, and Paris.

Flash Post: Page Turner

Admittedly, not the shortest of flash posts. After some south of the border scouting I present you two options for the very same item – both beautiful, both appropriate for a number of gift-giving occasions. Enjoy!

Flash Post: Waterlogged

Calling all reader types…if you’re getting geared up for the summer beach reads season, consider this nifty waterproof pouch as an ideal gift idea. It protects your precious gadget from the elements, without sacrificing its key functions. Genius!

Flash Post: Overflowing With Love

Any Queen of Hearts would flip for these Alice-inspired, rainbow-hued, cleverly designed teacups – the focus of today’s uber cute flash post!