Give the perfect gift this holiday season

Give the perfect gift this holiday season

December creeps up on us far too quickly, and when holiday shopping is involved, finding the right gifts for those special people in our lives can be overwhelming but it doesn't have to be.

Stores are flooded with hoards of shoppers, decorations, deals, and endless gift options jumping out from the displays. However, if the malls and department stores don't hold the treasured item for your eclectic loved ones, its time to think outside of the box and do some online shopping.

For the quirky, new homeowners:

Consider making a contribution to their home with a unique fair-trade item, like a beautifully handcrafted artisanal present. If the new homeowners have an affinity for world travel, an African home decor item would be a thoughtful addition to their new abode.

Choose from a Senegalese tea box with an intricate floral motif, or a key box with an inlaid glass painting of a gathering of people perfectly symbolic of the gatherings they may host in the home.

A handmade embroidered Kasai carpet will keep feet warm in the depths of winter, or a bottle opener in a traditional African mask shape would be well-used by the entertainers.

For the craft-lover:

The crafty and creative have a true appreciation for handmade items. They understand the craftsmanship behind, what to many of us may seem like, a simple object. The sheer intricacy of many African Crafts would bring joy to any craft smith's face.

If you are on the hunt for a unique gift for your crafty lady, a teak wood jewelery box with fine copper details would make her eyes light up.

A decorative smoking pipe made of teak wood and copper, or a traditional Akan King's bench would be the perfect conversation piece for his office, or den.

For the collector:

West African Masks hold significant ceremonial, political, economic and cultural meanings. Traditionally, the masks connect their wearer to the spiritual world. As a unique display piece, or an additional exotic finds, an African Mask is sure to make the collector on your list smile.

POST COMMENT

Cbt London Retirement Reviews Time to Make Christmas Golf Gifts Colors and hues of the bustling country of Africa, Senegal The Value of Franchise Exhibitions An Unforgettable Holiday In Extremandura 106th Autumn International Footwear Fair Dusseldorf, Germany Gds-dusseldorf, The International Who are the favorites of 2010 World Cup in South Africa Regatta 3 in 1 jacket is this summer's must have China Glaze Nail Polish - Holiday Colors 2010 Holiday Engagement: Christmas Engagement Proposal Ideas Holiday Accommodation Find a Date Washington DC