The Shopping-Mall-Free Holiday Shopping Gift Guide – Part Deux (Fab Children’s Gift Ideas)

This dreadful economy is good for our souls. Seriously. Listen. Look at what’s happening. We are now all taking a closer look at our consumption, at what is truly important to us, looking to our loved ones for comfort and reassurance… Today, we are all looking for more meaning in our lives. And that includes giving more meaningful gifts! The Succulent Wife believes that now more than ever, which is why the gift ideas mentioned in our Holiday Gift Guides – and the artists, designers, businesses and women behind them – are so fascinating… All of the items proposed here are infused with the passion that these women have put into creating them. But more importantly, this is a list filled with fun, practical gifts that are meant to be used and cherished.

As with yesterday’s Shopping-Mall-Free Holiday Gift Guide Part 1, each of these companies is offering a discount or promotion, some exclusive to The Succulent Wife…

Read on and click through. The Succulent Wife has made it easy for you to become the most creative gift-giver around.

BUCKAROO STYLE. As Mom to two young boys who are 7th generation Texans, Buckaroo Style’s founder, Michelle Scott Hamilton, had a hard time finding cute and affordable decor for her sons’ cowboy nursery. After several years of brainstorming, Michelle saw the opportunity to create a new nursery decor item to deliver cool cowboy style and personalization in a unique and green way.

Order personalized and Unique Wall Art for the Cowboy, Cowgirl, Western, Lodge, Country, Farm, or the Outdoorsy Themed Décor. Perfect for baby nursery decor, but kids and adults with a Western themed room adore rope art too. See these irresistible and totally original heehahhh customized creations right HERE.

The Succulent Offer: FREE SHIPPING on any custom order (a $9.20 to $22.00 value) when you place your order (by mail or by phone). Mention that The Succulent Wife sent you!

PSI BANDS have been featured in O, The Oprah Magazine, Self, Fit Pregnancy, Pregnancy, Via, Virtuoso Life, DailyCandy.com, and more!

Psi Bands are stylish, FDA-cleared acupressure wrist bands for the relief of nausea due to morning sickness (pregnancy), motion sickness/travel, anesthesia, and chemotherapy. . They are on sale during the month of December at Rite Aid, Longs, and longs.com. Go to THIS PAGE to see how this clever drug-free device works to alleviate nausea.

PETITE POSH (Petiteposh.com) is an online Mommy & Baby boutique a bit different than the others. They specialize in those hard to find items that the regular baby-and-me brick & mortar stores don’t carry. Such as the Zoobie Pets and Baby Zoobies. It’s a 3 in 1 plush toy, blanket and pillow. Zoobies are the winners of 31 awards and counting! Great value for a fabulous product. See the Petite Posh collection of Zoobie pets HERE.
The Succulent Offer: Petite Posh is offering 10% off all Zoobies and Baby Zoobies with coupon code “wife”. Valid until December 20th.

JUNEBEE BABY’s adorable collection is handmade with natural fibers. Timeless and beautiful sweaters, dresses, rompers, ponchos, christening sets, hats and booties are created with a modern twist…some whimsical, some more traditional with an authentic touch and all of them gorgeous! These are unique heirloom quality pieces that are hard to find and the prices are amazingly affordable.
For example, this relaxed fit baby cardigan, loaded with a beautiful authentic stitching, is ready to wrap your little sweetheart in style! The modern esthetic of the slightly airy knit is completed with a trendy big collar cut to create a balanced casual dressy look. Beautiful buttons add the charm for a perfect finishing touch. Hand knit with luxurious 100% cotton, the texture soft and comfy. Available from sizes 0-6M, to 3T. See this adorable knit jacket and other JuneBee knitted treasures HERE.
The Succulent Offer: 25% off everything with Free Shipping, even already reduced products, with coupon code “HOLIDAY08″ until December 31.

BELLE BABY CARRIERS designs and manufactures luxurious, high-style baby carriers made from the best materials available. Belle Baby refuses to cut corners in the manufacturing of their products. The Belle Baby Carrier was meticulously designed by Seth Murray and Mark LeBeau, fathers and outdoor enthusiasts who have enjoyed a long history of design and engineering in the climbing industry, where concern for product safety and functionality prevail.
The Belle Baby Carrier enables you to develop a stronger bond with your baby. With the ergonomic positioning and weight distribution system, it is extremely comfortable to wear the Belle for longer periods of time and enjoy the 100% contact that you will have. The Belle is extremely simple to use, and compact enough to fit into a diaper bag for convenient use. Made in the USA, the Belle Baby Carrier is offered in 11 different styles, four of which are made from 100% organic fabrics. See all your colorful choices HERE.

The Succulent Offer: 20% off, plus free shipping on the entire Belle Baby Carrier line now through December 31, 2008. Enter coupon code “mommies”.

AMBAJAM is about vibrant colors, engaging and simple designs and fabulously soft textures. The Ambajam clothing and accessories are inspired by designs, colors & fabrics that engage the child while also appealing to the parents’ contemporary sense of style.

The Ambajam Cuddle Up Blankets are truly the softest blankets ever, loved by both children and adults. Available in 3 sizes and 7 color ways (Mini Cuddle, Cuddle-up & Jumbo Cuddle) there is a cuddle-up blanket for everyone. ‘Tis the season to cuddle up!! See the snuggly soft Ambajam blankets HERE.

The Succulent Offer: Take 15% off the Cuddle-up Blanket collection. Enter coupon code “Cuddleup15”. Valid through 12.31.08

SOFIA BEAN: The Box is the present. Sofia Bean sells an exclusive gift box that doubles as a keepsake box. Sofia Bean also has its own line of soft baby clothes and accessories embroidered with their exclusive designs. They offer combinations from $25 to $100 or shoppers can use the “Build Your Own Box” feature to create their own unique combination.

A Sofia Bean favorite is this Red Long-Sleeved One-Piece embroidered with an adorable chick and dog designs. It is hard to find simple neutral long-sleeved onesies for babies. This one comes in three baby sizes, is really soft and is a nice color for the holiday. See it HERE.

The Succulent Offer: Take $5 off the Sofia value box with this one-piece, matching hat and bib, now at $25 (reg. $30).

A.B. BABY BOUTIQUE was created by Kristen Lemoine, an artist and mom with a passion for sewing, an obsession for really cool fabric and a love for handmade gifts. She opened the A.B. Baby Boutique in 2006 to sell her own creations and help other moms looking to do the same.

Anyone with a set of keys will love the Wristlet Key Ring Accessory. It’s simple, fashionable and has your convenience and safety in mind. At $12 it’s a steal and will cover all of the ladies on your gift list! The Wristlet Key Ring slips onto your wrist allowing you to have immediate access to your keys while keeping your hands free. Not only is this key ring convenient while carrying groceries or the baby, it allows you immediate access to your keys or keyless remote to safely enter your vehicle. The Wristlet Key Ring is smart, functional and totally fashionable with 12 different fabrics. See all your choices HERE.

The Succulent Offer: Take 10% off your order by using coupon code “tsw08”.

BEAR HUGS UNLIMITED is Ymke’s dreamchild that sprung from having three actual kids. Ymke followed a need to create something that covered the elusive “practical/high quality/fun” trifecta while preparing for a trip. She ended up with this home-based business!

The BearHug is a one of a kind, three-in-one travel solution. It’s so much more than a blanket: it’s a backpack, pillow and a huge furry, colorful wrap. Perfect, because kids will want to carry their own stuff! Get ready to cuddle HERE.

The Succulent Offer: Take $5.00 off a BearHug with coupon code “HOLIDAYHUGS”.

9 MONTHS TO GROW was born out of necessity when in 1999 maternity clothes left a lot to be desired in the way of fashion, fit, and comfort. Maternity clothing doesn’t have to be frumpy, you can look fabulous, stylish and trendy during this exciting transition in your life. 9 Months to Grow understands that a woman’s need for trendy and stylish clothing does not change just because of pregnancy.

9 Months to Grow is now hosting a 12 days of Christmas Sale – Sale items will change at 10:00 CST nightly and will last 24 hours. Check out their daily picks for great discounts HERE.

MADE BY ANGIE baby wipe containers are handmade in Chicago by Angie and CARC, an organization that provides employment opportunities for developmentally disabled individuals. Fabulous fabrics are used to create a unique but super-practical baby product. As Angie says “How many times do you pull out your baby wipes during the day to change a diaper, wipe a messy face or clean up a spill? Tons, so why not do it in style?” Go HERE to choose.

The Succulent Offer: Take 25% off all orders placed thru December 31st (choose from all of the offered patterns) with coupon code “HOLIDAYS”.

FAT TIE for boys is a brand new hip alternative to the shirt and tie. These ingenious tees will take your rough and tumble tot from the schoolyard to a fancy family function. Throw on a jacket and bam! He’s even ready for a black tie event. Each Fat Tie long sleeve tee is made from 100% organic cotton and has a striped tie sewn on top. How absolutely cheeky. Pick yours HERE.

The Succulent Offer: Use the coupon code “WIFE10” for 10% off all orders.

We hope (expect!) that these uniquely-unique, gift ideas will lift the mood of the season, for you, as the most sought-after gift giver and for your recipients that will undoubtedly be charmed by your thoughfulness.