First Posted: 11/23/2014
There’s what in that bag? — Sachi insulated lunch bags are the stylish alternative to brown bagging it. They come in a variety of styles, sizes and shapes so there’s something for every occasion and personality. Pack those holiday leftovers in a ladybug satchel that zips closed keeping the cold food cool. Need something a little more dressy? There’s a black insulated shoulder bag. A leopard print carry all is perfect to keep in the car for shopping day. It’ll help keep the ice cream from melting and help carry in all those little plastic bags from the store.
Bags range in price from $9.99 to $25.99 and are available at amazon.com
Home based business gifts: Lots have products appeal to women of all ages. Avon, Scentsy, Thirty-One, Origami Owl, Pampered Chef and Tastefully Simple are great outlets for unique gift giving. Scentsy has burners and scent bars to match every décor and offer bundles for great deals. Thirty-One allows you to customize totes, thermals and home organization with options for every budget. Origami Owl lets buyer custom design a locket filled with charms. For the cook, both Pampered Chef and Tastefully Simple offer cookware, seasonings, mixes and everything for the kitchen you didn’t realize you needed (and now can’t live without). Monthly specials and gift giving bundles are available so contact your local home business vendor or visit any of the company’s websites to find a rep in your area.
Power Tools: It may seem unconventional to gift power tools, but self-sufficient women everywhere are getting out of the kitchen and fixing things. Gone are the days when ladies wait on the handy man. Power tools are great for home repairs and crafting. Craftsman tools have come out with a line of pink power tools for the DIY diva in your home. An ideal gift for the independent woman in your life who isn’t afraid to get in and do the work while still remaining stylish. You can find these at your local Sears or online at www.craftsman.com
Some Me Time: An ideal gift for a busy lady is some pamper time to decompress. Treating her to a new hair-do, a manicure and pedicure or a massage are some great ideas. The area has some wonderful spas such as Sapphire and The Woodhouse. They also offer amazing holiday specials. Some other great options for decompress time are some yoga or meditation sessions at the Lotus Pug Yoga studio in Downtown Wilkes-Barre or for the ultimate in relaxation, The Art of Floating in Bloomsburg can spoil her with a gloriously relaxing float session for an hour of dreamy comfort.
• Monthly Subscription Boxes: Who says Christmas has to stop in December? A subscription box is a program you register for that sends a gift box every month full of a variety of goods selected by the merchant. If you want a gift that keeps on giving, signing up for a monthly subscription box keeps the presents coming all year long. http://www.mysubscriptionaddiction.com/ is the premier place to find all of your monthly subscription box needs. They have listings of beauty boxes, food boxes, pet themed boxes, wine and beer boxes, shoe boxes and more. Imagine her face when she comes home to a gift box full of goodies every month. You never know what you’re going to get in your monthly box.
