2009 Christmas Gift Guide

I have my Christmas shopping 95 percent done, so, I thought I would share some of my favorite gifts that I have bought/found this year. I hope it helps you as you complete your Christmas shopping!

Keepsake Gifts – These are my favorite gifts to give. While they take a little more time, they are always well received.

A commissioned drawing from Kelly O’Neill. Remember her drawing of Elias? We bought prints for Elias’s grandparents for Grandparents Day and they were such a hit. I think the same would be great for Christmas. She is offering three free prints with any commission for any Mom Creative readers – even better!
A Shutterfly photo book – these are so simple to make and are always loved by our family members.
A Project Life kit – perfect for the avid photographer in your life.

Christian gifts – Since Jesus is the reason for the season. 🙂

Anything from Dayspring – I love their wall art and home decor lines especially
The Voice New Testament – The Voice is a new translation of scripture. Matthew was involved in the project and I think it is amazing. Perfect for the person who loves having bible translations.
Give Yourself Away – Robbie Seay Band – This is my favorite worship album ever. So annoited.
Churched: One Kid’s Journey Toward God Despite a Holy Mess– For anyone who likes humor, Matthew’s book churched will resonate with them.

Literary gifts– Who doesn’t love a good book?

Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in Our Busy Lives– This is one of the best books I have ever read. So convicting and inspiring.
The Creative Family: How to Encourage Imagination and Nurture Family Connections– I think every mom should have this book
Sookie Stackhouse 8-copy Boxed Set – A great series to escape. I am on book seven.
Writing Motherhood– I just got this book, but I think it is going to inspire me to record motherhood even more.
The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Recipes from an Accidental Country Girl– This cookbook is BEAUTIFUL. I am giving several this year. (BTW, if you live in Nashville, Ree is coming to Davis Kidd on Tuesday. Angie and I are going!)
Anything by Matthew Paul Turner– Because he’s a funny, talented writer (and I love him)

Toddler gifts – Because toddlers are what I know! 🙂

Little People Christmas Story Nativity– I love this nativity set. I think it is a great way to tell the story of Jesus’s birth with your kids.
Busy Zoo Activity Center– I love wood toys, and this is one of the coolest I have found. It has so many activities on it. It is one of Elias’s favorites.
Fisher Price – Little People Lil’ Movers Airplane– It is going to be a Little People Christmas for Elias. Matthew’s sister got him this plane, which is perfect since we travel so much.
LeapFrog Fridge Phonics Magnetic Alphabet Set/LeapFrog Fridge Farm Magnetic Animal Set
– Elias got these from Matthew’s other sisters, and he runs to the fridge to play with both as soon as he wakes up. He LOVES them.
Melissa and Doug 100 Piece Wood Blocks Set – I love Melissa and Doug wood toys. These blocks are well-made and colorful.
Perfectly Pink Tutus – if I had a girl, she would definitely be getting one of these! My friend Jessa makes these darling tutus.