In the last post I mentioned the Curiosity Shoppe, so I though I had better to give you my $0.02 on what I feel you should be buying from them. Here you go!

• For the crafter in your life, go with this Erin Originals Measuring Tape Bag, a handmade steal at $30.

• Do you have a serial picknicker on your list? If so, I recommend this set of 4 melamine plates for $36. There are 4 styles to choose from, including this this whimisical and colorful set.

• If it's cards you're after, good luck choosing between the Woodgrain Note Set (set of 16 for $15), the Great Outdoors set (8 letterpress cards for $16), and the Warhol-inspired Birdie Notecard Set (set of 16 for $15.)

• There must be one person on your list who qualifies as a little bit country, a little bit rock n' roll. These laminate trays ($60) are your best bet to cover the Donny Osmond-based demographic.

• For the man in touch with his feminine side, this so-ugly-it's-cute Feasting at the Berry Bush necktie for $55 oughta do the trick.

• If you're like me, you know a lot of folks who can't seem to sit still. Where else will you find DIY kits like this Whittling Kit ($10), the build-your-own Radio Receiver Kit ($40), or this old-school Paint-By-Numbers kit ($19.95)?

There's lots more over there that I'm admiring, but this is a good start!