Hudson Valley Holiday Shopping Gift Guide 2012
November 25, 2012
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The halls are decked and the tree is trimmed. Now all that’s left is finding the perfect something for that special someone. From jewelry that changes color, to super cool light-up toys, to greeting cards that fly, these 17 suggestions will help make the season merry and bright.
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Baby, It’s Cold Outside
Keep out the chill with this cozy zip sweater. Imported from the Emerald Isle, the sweater sports intricate Aran stitching and is hand-knit with Merino wool, which is often regarded as some of the softest wool in the world. $125. The Danu Gallery, Pearl River. 845-735-4477; www.thedanugallery.com
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Out of Print, In Style
Even e-readers deserve a snazzy jacket. Dress it up in a case made to look like the cover of a classic novel like The Great Gatsby or Pride and Prejudice. An untrained eye will never know the difference. $45. Out of Print Clothing. www.outofprintclothing.com/ebook-cases
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Ski Season
Tackle even the toughest of slopes with these Spy Platoon Goggles. Super soft and flexible, the frames mold to your face for maximum comfort, and lenses are resistant to fogging. $139.95. Potter Brothers, multiple locations. 845-338-5119; www.potterbrothers.com
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Light It Up
Forget plain old building blocks: Blocks with lasers inside them are way cooler. Create everything from a rocket ship to a giant dragon with LaserPeg toys that have blinking, multicolored LED lights. $19.99-$49.99. Payning by Caryn, Cold Spring. 845-265-4403; www.payningbycaryn.com
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Beautiful Bangles
Vibrant colors burst from these Angelique de Paris bracelets. The resin crystal is encased in the designer’s signature “X-style” sterling silver bands to add that extra bit of flair. $300. Hyde Park Jewelers, Hyde Park. 845-229-2021; www.hydeparkjeweler.net
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CIA Training
Fill this gift card with tuition money and send your loved one off to boot camp. Culinary boot camp, that is. The CIA regularly offers single-day and week-long classes that whip both beginners and experienced cooks into tip-top shape. The gift cards can also be applied to meals at any of the CIA restaurants. $250-$2,195. The Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park. 888-995-1699; www.ciachef.edu/enthusiasts
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Here, Kitty!
Cold Spring author Helene Sola takes kids on a magical adventure with her new book Loo Loo and the Fabulous Marvelous RexxaRoo, a story about a girl and her very special cat. On December 6 at 7 p.m., join Sola for the book launch at the Cold Spring Living Room to raise funds for the Mid-Hudson Animal Aid cat sanctuary in Beacon. $17.95. www.rexxaroo.com
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Tea Time
Give the gift of cooking — with tea. The Tea Cookbook is packed with unique recipes for tasty treats, all based on different blends of tea. $29.95. Harney and Sons, Millerton. 518-789-2121; www.harney.com To see exclusive recipes for spiced plum gingerbread cake and green tea bread from this book, visit hvmag.com/recipes.
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Tailgating Time
Go Army! Tailgate in patriotic style with this collapsible table that comes embellished with the Black Knight’s emblem and even has a handy carrying case for easy transport. $47. West Point AOG Gift Shop, West Point. 800-426-4725; www.westpointgiftstore.com
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Christmas Classics
Light up any kid’s — or adult’s — face with these festive films. The whole family will love owning these movies that have been charming viewers for generations. DVD $30 Blu-ray $45. Available at most Targets and Wal-Marts. www.target.com or www.walmart.com Feeling lucky enough to win this Blu-ray set? Visit hvmag.com/ChristmasClassics and enter a drawing to take home the prize.
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Tough Girl
Who says men have to be the handy ones around the house? Tomboy Tools make sure Ms. Fix-It has everything she needs to get the job done — and to look great while she does it. $69.00. www.tomboytools.com
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Local Literature
Classic tales by Washington Irving — perhaps the Valley’s most famous author — are collected in this boxed set. “Rip Van Winkle,” “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” and “Old Christmas” come in three cloth-bound, hardcover books and feature the original sketches and drawings. $34.94. www.rizzoluisa.com for local retailers
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World Traveler
For the person who’s always on the go and complains that their drink grows tepid by the time they reach their destination, this vacuum flask can help. Made of stainless steel and decorated with a faux leather map of Europe, it can keep beverages either freezing cold or piping hot for hours. $24.99. The Book Cove, Pawling. 845-855-9590; www.pawlingbookcove.com
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From the Heart
Handmade gifts are always treasured. Stitch a Santa hat yourself with a KnitKit to guide you, and make the one you give it to as jolly as Old St. Nick. And don’t worry if this isn’t your style; KnitKits teach you how to make anything from gloves and scarves to sweaters and toy animals. $23.50. Morehouse Farm, Red Hook. 845-758-3710; www.morehousefarm.com
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Happy Hanukkah
Start a conversation with these hand-carved and -painted Hanukkah Lazy Susans by Sticks. Each design can be customized, comes in three different sizes, and is made from either birch, poplar, or driftwood. $389-$590. Sweetheart Gallery, Woodstock. 845-679 2622; www.sweetheartgallery.com
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That’s a Wrap
For the woman who is always cold at a restaurant or the theater, this Chilly Jilly wrap will save the day. Made of wrinkle-resistant fabric, it can function as a shrug or a scarf and folds up small enough to fit inside her purse. $35. Pringle & Zimring, Millerton. 518-789-0329; www.pringleandzimring.com
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Season’s Greetings
Surprise your friends and send a different kind of holiday card. This Poughkeepsie-based business prints your message and image (it can even be a personal photo you upload to their Web site) on a disk. They then send it through the mail — no packaging required — and it is delivered right to the recipient’s front door. $10. Send a Flying Card, Poughkeepsie. www.sendaflyingcard.com
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Out of Print, In Style
Even e-readers deserve a snazzy jacket. Dress it up in a case made to look like the cover of a classic novel like The Great Gatsby or Pride and Prejudice. An untrained eye will never know the difference. $45. Out of Print Clothing. www.outofprintclothing.com/ebook-cases