we probably all have a crafter in our lives. you know, the one who gives handmade gifts, lives in their craft room, has an etsy shop, and/or is always doing some kind of a diy project. i think crafters are one of the most fun groups of people to buy for (probably because i’m one of them myself!).

have something to add? please share your gift suggestions in the comments section!

1) the crafter’s guide to taking great photographs – $16.47 | 2) paint box votive holder – $68 | 3) etsy gift card- $25-250 | 4) porcelain yarn bowl- $33 | 5) boxed japanese washi tape- £16.95 | 6) a subscription to do it yourself magazine – 2 years for $19.97 | 7) give any craftsy class- $30-75 | 8) filled with love embroidery kit- $25 | 9) make your own rabbit toy kit –  £15.00 | 10) grow your handmade business – $11.53

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happy (cyber) monday, friends! i hope you all had a wonderful thanksgiving (if celebrated) full of love, laughter and family. we celebrated with both mine and david’s families, and it was quite the reunion! my mom even made us a vegan turkey (hehe). i think we’re all trying to realize that we don’t have to go back to california after the holidays, we’re here to stay!

today, i’ve gathered a few cyber monday deals to share with you, but don’t delay- many of them are for today only!

1. 3 acorn ornaments – 10% off $45 with coupon code BFCM12

2. linen christmas ornaments – 15% off $10 with coupon code FRIDAYMONDAY15

3. crystal necklace – 10% off $35 with coupon code HAPPY2012 + free shipping

4. gold bow necklace – 15% off $24 with coupon code HOLIDAY2012

5. mini creamer – 10% off $14 (see store for details)

6. chalkboard tablet – 15% off $22 with coupon code FADEDBLACK

7. strawberry champagne lollipops – 15% off £6.20 with coupon code FREESTUFF

8. just breathe bracelet – on sale for $29.25 (reg price $45) 20% off

9. blue ikat wristlet – 12% off $32 with coupon code HOLIDAY12

10. victoria long sleeve top – 10-30% off  $68.00 CAD (see store for details)

11. mint blue earrings - on sale for $14.40 (reg price $16)

12. gold dipped studs – 15% off $10 with coupon code HOLIDAY15

13. rose gold necklace – on sale for $32.40 (reg price $36)

14. i love you around the world and back again – 20% off $20 with coupon code CYBERMON20

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designers can be hard to buy for. i mean, what is it that we do all day again? this guide consists of some of my absolute favorite tools to work with as a designer, as well as a few things that i’ve asked santa for myself this christmas. items 1-6 are things that i could literally not live with out, i use them all the time and highly recommend them as gifts for any designer in your life! items 7-10 are some things that i think are fun and would love to own myself (hint hint, hubby!). 

have something to add? please share your gift suggestions in the comments section!

1) large plain moleskin journals (for sketching) – $12.95 | 2) adobe illustrator cs6 – $599 | 3) pantone solid chips – $319 | 4) uni pin pen (for sketching) – $1.65 | 5) wacom intuos tablet (medium) – $349 | 6) mastering the art of fabric printing and design – $19.80 | 7) rgb temporary tattoo – $5 for 2 | 8) website stencil kit – $26.95 | 9) staple free stapler – $8.95 | 10) pantone iphone case – $39.95

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hey guys! today i’m kicking off going home to roost’s annual gift guide series. this year, i’ll be highlighting 15 different gift guides for recipients of all kinds, from the blogger to the chef! we begin with a gift guide for the tech lover, i mean aren’t we all a little addicted to our technology? enjoy!

1. the original tangle free iphone caple – $17 | 2. payphone iphone 4 case – $16.99 | 3. delicate ipad case – $64 | 4. multi-purpose cable clips – $2.50 for 6 | 5. evoke mio radio by orla kiely – £150.00 | 6. grain macbook keyboard cover – $10.99 | 7. amy butler mouse pad – $9 | 8. zig zag collective cable – $17.95

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