Wool sweater from Spain, $188, to keep her warm all winter. (This and this are cozy, too.)
Smiley mug, $38, to brighten her mornings.
A murder mystery about a female detective in Dublin, $17. The New York Times describes it as a “tour de force,” and the New Yorker calls it a “consuming” cult favorite.
Marbled clay ring cone, $15, to make her bedroom even prettier.
Four cans (!) of Oregon wine, $28, which are perfect when kicking back on outdoor adventures.
A skinny olive plate, $11, to make green olives look enticing when friends stop by.
Splurge-worthy shearling-lined Birkenstocks, $165, so she can sport her laid-back style all year.
Mountain socks, $32, designed by a painter and sewn in New Zealand.
Beautiful curve earrings, $98, to wear out to dinners. (Or this cute pair, $28.)
A nutty face mask, $10, that literally bubbles on your face and then makes your skin feel baby-soft. Plus, a date to do them together!
A donation in her name to Doctors Without Borders, a humanitarian organization that helps save lives all over the world.
Sisters patches, $6, for both of you. #twinning
P.S. Last year’s gift guide for sisters, and the full 2016 gift guide so far…
(Wine photo by Adam Wells. Birkenstocks photo by Jenni Kayne.)
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some great picks..
those dishes are pretty.. love just a hint of color
and those rings cones are cute too
Another great option for outdoor adventure sweaters (although, I don’t think they are going to be going on sale until next year if you weren’t part of the kickstarter) is the Cotopaxi Libre Sweater. I definitely contributed and I can’t wait till it arrives!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cotopaxi/the-libre-sweater-insulator-outer-layer-epic-enabl
I want all of these things.
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i just love this post. i can feel the love through the lines. thank you!
The Trespasser was so great, as are all her books.
Thank you for posting gift ideas at a variety of price points. Such awesome gift ideas. I had to buy a pair of the RH foot duvets for myself along with the pair I purchased for a gift. They are amazing :-).
I would love each one of these gifts! Doctors Without Borders is so amazing.
I am this sister! Thanks for nailing it!!
America is missing out with the alcohol in cans trend. You can’t beat stocking up on a few cans of G&T to go with a spontaneous picnic in the park!
I wish I had a relationship with my sister as you have with your sister, Jo! Well, you are twins after all… my sister is 21 months older than me and she is so distant and different… I could not give her a donation, for example. She is a bit selfish and she would prefer a gift like clothes or make up… well, that face mask sounds great.
Thank you Jo!
Tana French is great and I think this one has been my favorite so far, but I’m going back and reading the ones I’ve missed. Highly recommend them!
Also, I just bought myself some very similar-looking slippers, I believe by Aerosoles, for a whopping $7 at Marshall’s, and they have memory foam inside. HEAVEN. I can’t find them anywhere in a quick online search but for those of us who can’t afford Birks, just know that cozy slippers like these can still be ours :)
thank you, sarah!!!
I love how creative and personal all of these are! Thanks for sharing.
XOXO, Amy @ Jeans and a Tea
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Now I am SO curious about your sister’s breakfast burrito recipe! (Btw, your sister sounds so strong and awesome!)
I was thinking the same thing! Please have your sis share :)
haha i just asked her and here’s her answer:
“It’s basically fried eggs and guacamole and cheese and hot sauce on top of a Trader Joe’s frozen mildly spiced vegetarian burrito!”
:)
After reading the stunning epilogue your sister wrote in “When Breath Becomes Air” and seeing the INCREDIBLE surprise you did for her this year, this absolutely melts my heart. You are the sweetest sisters.
that is so kind of you, jamie. thank you so much. xoxo
Oh my! I wait for your gift guides every year! I looove how all of the gift ideas are different but can be perfect for one person. Me, muahahaha! Heaven!
xx Barbora
Man, Joanna. All of your gift guides are on point!
This title made me miss my sister because it describes her to a T. Lucky me.
That sweater!! I want one, with a matchy one for my toddler.
That’s a reason to have kids.
I absolutely love all your gift guides! And Tana French is so so good!
xo Lendy
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So appreciate the shout out for Doctors Without Borders. I urge everyone reading this to donate in your friends’ names as a holiday gift.
Wine in cans?! I’m in. There’s so much to love here. The sweater is pretty wonderful too.
I have some of my favorite ethical retailers on my blog for gifting! http://www.thewefiles.com/lifestyle/2016/11/30/my-favorite-ethical-clothing-and-gift-guide
Those Birkenstock slippers! Oy vey! Heavenly.
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Thanks for featuring our cone ring holders on your gift guide! :)
Great guide! Ah I want everything on this page.
that sweater! cozytown, usa.
xo, brittany
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wow! i would love love love to receive any one of these treasures….the are perfect gifts: things you might not treat yourself to, but are wonderful!
Underwood canned wine is SO good! They also have Rose which is perfect for summer camping/ picnics. Also, this title perfectly describes my sister, so good. I love your gift guides this year!!
Since you mentioned… Can she share her breakfast burrito recipe?!! Thanks and love all these posts!
Your gift guides are always the best. That sweater at the top is BEAUTIFUL. Can I have it for myself? ;)
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I read the Tana French book in under 48 hours. SO GOOD. (They’re all fantastic. I am contemplating re-reading them.)
Those canned wines are my camping go-to. They are pretty good and just the right size for camping with three kids. :)
Me too! Camp Wine FTW!
Love your selection of gift ideas for sisters, including different price points for similar items. Thanks.
I LOVE that sisters patch, but what do you do with it?
Stitch it on to your favorite canvas purse or a jean jacket!
you could put it on a backpack or a denim jacket or a tote or just put it on your desk :)
Love the donation to Doctors Without Borders! This holiday season, I’m treating my favorite people to gifts that come with a feel-good bonus. Check it out! http://blog.parachutehome.com/gifts-that-give-back/
Thank you for reminding me that Tana French’s new book is out! I’ve loved the Dublin Murder Squad books so much.
I listened to the Audible version. Very good and I loved the narrator’s Irish accent(s).
oooh good suggestion for audible! i love love love irish accents. my friend’s husband is from cork and i could listen to him all day long.
LOL – the kind of like running is so appropriate bc that literally is the truth in my situation!! Great selections too!!! xx yael
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