The Minister's Wife 2014 Holiday Gift Guide

I am so excited to bring to you my first ever Holiday Gift Guide!

Gathered below are some wonderful gift ideas for the whole family. I will be updating this list as I find more goodies, so check back often. If you have suggestions please share them with us. 

To learn more about each item or to purchase them, click the image of the item.

Pattern LA Signature Leather Bag

This is one of the best bags I have ever received. I use it every day and I love it. The quality can't be beat and it looks amazing! Right now and through December you can get a 30% discount on any purchase on their site with this code: PATTERN30

Sweet Bungalow Dollhouse

Every little girl's desire, a dollhouse for her dolls. This one fits dolls up to 18", which include American Girl dolls. Your little girl could really let her imagination go with this dollhouse.

Terracotta Cascade Solar Fountain

Every gardener I know loves having a fountain or two in their yard. This one is perfect for so many landscape designs and requires no electricity. Plus it can be used inside as well with the electric convertor that is available.

Little People Nativity

I had to include this as a wonderful gift for a toddler or young child. When I was little my Mother let me play with her nativity set and it has always been one of my fondest memories.

Pattern LA Bucket Bag

What a fun way to carry around all you need each day. Large enough to hold a laptop, yet easy enough to use for everyday essentials. Comes with many word choices and so cute! Right now and through December you can get a 30% discount on any purchase on their site with this code: PATTERN30

Beewi Bluetooth Interactive Helicopter

I'm really not sure who this is more for, the tween, or teen, or your grown up boy. I think they would all enjoy this for Christmas!

Baby Stella

Baby Stella is delightfully detailed, from her lifelike toes, belly button and plump tummy, to her soft fleece hair and embroidered features. She is super soft and so much fun to play with. They offer lots of accessories to go with her too.

Plug 'N Sing Karaoke System

This would be a super fun gift for the whole family. It connects with your DVD player. No need for a separate system. 

Crayon Rocks

I love these. Each "rock" is super easy to hold and color with plus they are made from soy wax and natural mineral pigments, which make coloring an adventure. The colors combine easily making the color combinations a creative experience for your kids. They are exceptionally good for little ones who have trouble holding traditional crayons.

Cuisinart Deluxe Stainless-Steel Grill Set

The perfect gift for the barbecue guru in your house. This set is made to last and look good for years and comes in a wonderful case for storage.

Calvin the Closet Monster

When I first saw this fun little guy I wasn't sure who I would like him more for, the baby or me! He's adorable with embroidered features and comes with 4 pairs of super cute socks for baby.

Mustache Bandages

Seriously, how much fun are these! What a great stocking stuffer for the whole family.

DELUXE Custom Super Hero Cape Set With Mask

One of the best gifts my Mother-In-Law gave our boys when they were little was a super hero cape. They wore them constantly and insisted on keeping them when they grew too large for them. These are custom made for your little boy or girl and come with a nifty mask to hide their identity!

Executive Portable USB Turntable

This is something my guy would love. He misses being able to play his vinyl records. This compact and portable turntable plays your favorite records and converts them to digital files you can upload to your computer or other USB compatible device.

LuxPro Illuminated Dog Collar

We can't forget our four-legged family members at Christmas. We have a black newfoundland and letting him out at night and keeping an eye on him can be tough since he blends into the darkness. An illuminated collar makes a big difference. They have matching leashes too!

Kookamunga Beds ~ Fish

This is something almost every cat I have ever know would enjoy having. Plus how neat it looks and at a good price.

MistleToes ~ Piggy Paint

Non-toxic and hypo-allergenic nail polish for your little divas. They'll love painting their fingernails and toenails (and maybe yours too) and you don't have to worry about them using them.

InStyler Tulip Auto Curler

This was one gift I just loved receiving. It is the most amazing tool to have for curling hair and when you have 3 feet of it, you recommend what works for that much hair! In fact I love all the InStyler products!!

Telestrations

I honestly believe this was one of the best games our family has ever played. it has become one of our favorites and the most request game to play when friends come over for a night. We love it, but I recommend having tissues around for the tears from laughter while you play!

Froggy Frenzy

Believe me, when your little ones play with this fun frog lots of giggles will ensue! As they feed the bug into the frogs mouth he makes froggy sounds. It comes with 3 soft bugs to feed the frog and his tummy opens up to remove them after he's "eaten".

Xoundstar® Smart Wireless Bluetooth Speaker Portable

Wirelessly connect to your phone, laptop, PC, or other Bluetooth-enabled device to enjoy rich, clear audio while listening to music, movies, or games. Answer and receive phone calls hands-free. Plus -- talk to SIRI without having to pick up your phone. We love our little speaker with exceptional sound!

Bru Joy Kitchen Gadgets

As a serious cook and someone who appreciates quality I love the small kitchen gadgets by Bru Joy. They are sturdy, do the job well and last. They offer the three items pictured above as well as others to help make your life in the kitchen easier. These would make great stocking stuffers for the cooks in your family.

Lego Minifigures

The perfect stocking stuffer for your kids. I don't know a kid out there who does not like Legos and what better to go with all their sets than some fun and unique characters like Piggy Guy (plus lots of others)! SOme minifigures are also available in Lego Stores, so be watching for them.

Innovation Factory IceDozer Plus 2.0 Ice Scraper

This is one of the best ice scrapers you will ever find. It has a two handed grip and it cuts through seriously thick ice in just one pass. A great stocking stuffer for your guys.

Popcorn Factory Snowflake Tin & Towers

If you have never had popcorn (and other amazing goodies) from the Popcorn Factory, you have been missing out. It is by far some of the best flavored popcorn you will get anywhere. I can guarantee that whoever you give one of these Snowflake tin & Towers sets to will love them! 

Zubels 100% Cotton Hand Knit Toys

I absolutely  love all the products from Zubels, but their toys just grab my attention! I honestly can not give you just one that I love more than the others. They are all so sweet and safe for your babies and little ones. Golly, I know a few older kids who would love them too! They are all eco-friendly too. Love that!

Pattern LA Elsa Jacquard Bag - Ethnique

I had to add another Pattern bag. I just love all of them and they can each carry so much and they hold up to use and abuse! The soft and super lightweight unstructured Elsa bag is made of the finest French woven cotton jacquard. Complemented with rich leather straps, two inside pockets and an invisible magnetic snap closure, this is the perfect bag to tote around the city or countryside!

Country Kitchen Wall Phone II

I love this! It reminds me of my Grandma's house. This country wall phone is an authentic reproduction of early American heritage. While this beautiful recreation is designed to provide high-quality communications, it has all the charm of the faithful original. Introduced in the early 1920's, this classic features a crank handle that actually turns, yet features touch-tone buttons with a rotary dial. It would be a great and unique addition to any country home or man cave.

Easy@Home TENS Handheld Electronic Pulse Massager Unit

This is an amazing unit. It helps relieve pain by stimulating nerves, muscles and cells with little electronic impulses. it has done wonders for my arthritic knee and bad back. This is something that could be used by anyone hurting and wanting to avoid using medications.

Ozeri 3x Tower Fan (44") with Passive Noise Reduction Technology

This has to be one of the best fans out there. It has 9 amazing settings, works with one, two or all three fans going. Has a wonderful breeze setting that makes it feel like you are sitting outside in a summer breeze. it takes up little room and is super quiet! It would make a wonderful gift for so many people!

I received samples of some of the products listed in the past. I was not compensated in any other way, nor was I influenced to include any company in this Holiday Gift Guide. The inclusion of any one product was solely my decision. Opinions expressed are my own.

Pattern LA Classic Diaper Bag Giveaway

One fortunate winner will receive:

Pattern LA Classic Diaper Bag in their choice of color 

and 

Pattern LA Cosmetic Bag in their choice of size and color

Total ARV is $175!!!

Pattern LA's Classic Diaper Bag is the must-have for every fashionable mom (and dad!), with all the features you need to take your baby out in style! Lightweight – but super-sturdy, with contrast comfort-grip Vegan leather handles and adjustable cross-body strap; water-resistant lining; plenty of pockets inside and out; a handy changing mat with Velcro closure (for easy, on-the-go changes); a drawstring bag for toys, extra clothes or other essentials; an insulated bottle sleeve; a detachable zippered pouch for makeup, medicine or other essentials; plus a handy leash for your keys or pouch – no more digging!

• Multiple colorways for moms and dads (Anemone Orchid, Petal Grey, Bloom Bluebell, Ottie Black)
• Matte, laminated cotton 
• Water resistant ripstop lining 
•  Vegan leather straps in brown 
• Includes changing mat, drawstring pouch, insulated bottle holder 
• Detachable zippered cosmetic bag 
• Adjustable, cross body strap 
• 20" x 15" x 6"

Plus Pattern LA Makes wonderful and practical Cosmetic Bags that can help with even more storage and organization for baby or mom! The Small or Large TT Essentials Bag is the perfect bag for cosmetics, organizing small items such as school supplies and beach products. It looks much better than a ziplock bag full of SPF bottles! Made of printed vinyl or clear vinyl, a spacious interior so items stay easily accessible from every angle.  Comes in 2 colors (Seaflower Pick or Turquoise) and Clear Vinyl.

SAVE!!

You don't have to wait to win, right now the best way to be sure to get your gorgeous Pattern Classic Diaper Bag is to grab it at the special discount price that Pattern is giving just to my fabulous readers!! Use the code PATTERN30 and save 30% on your purchase of a Calssic or Transitional Diaper Bag!! 

WOW, that's and amazing savings on a diaper bag that will last through several little ones!! Believe me, the Classic Diaper Bag would make the BEST baby shower gift for a new Mom or Dad! And when they don't need it as a diaper bag, it can be used a a cute weekend bag for their little one to go to Grandma's and Grandpa's house! What a fabulous gift for someone, even yourself!!

Remember use the code PATTERN30 and save 30%!! Click HERE to get yours today!

Thank you to our sponsor, Pattern LA, for this wonderful giveaway!

Thank you to all the amazing blogs taking part in this giveaway!

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Get 25% Off Your Total Order From Pattern LA!!

I LOVE to save money!! I especially love to save money on a quality product that I am going to use every day like my Pattern LA TT Tote Bag!

Guess what? You all have been so impressive with Pattern LA that they have offered a special discount just for my readers! Shhh it's just for us (and your friends, and your friends friends, and family, and...)!!

Right now you can go to Pattern LA and use this code PATTERN25 and get 25% off your total purchase! Whoo Hoo!!

But it gets better. Since Pattern LA is so impressed with all of you they are giving us a heads up about new products being introduced next week! Only you get to hear about it!! How special is that?!

Starting next week, super cute new back packs and pencil cases are going up on the site so your kids will have the most awesome back to school stuff - honestly, you will LOVE them. And you will want the pencil cases for yourself; they are large enough to hold a Kindle or large android phone, or function as an amazing travel wallet with plenty of pockets for passport, foreign currency, etc. - they are SO cute!

Make sure you check them out!!

There's still time to enter the giveaway for your chance to win your own TT Tote Bag! Just click HERE to enter!!

My Go-To Bag Now From Pattern LA and A Giveaway!!

Don't you just love a nice new bag, especially one that will hold everything you need and is made from beautiful fabric? I know I do, and I love my new Pattern LA TT Tote Bag!

You need to know a little about the company:

London-born designer, Tiffany Lerman (or TT as she is known to her friends and family), has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, a love of bags and an affinity for beautiful prints and colors.
Having studied Fine Art at UCLA and Textile Design at FIDM Tiffany’s pursuit for the perfect bag inspired her to design Chester, a collection of handbags in a beautiful variety of fashion-forward prints. Chester was so popular that she expanded into an array of licensed lifestyle products, including stationery, bedding and kitchen accessories.
When Tiffany became a mother to two sons, she used her sense of style and love of color to create Tiny Tillia, a fun, whimsical line of all-natural bath and body products with enchanting designs and characters. Tiny Tillia was soon met with the same enthusiasm as Chester and grew into a brand of clothing, bedding, and toys that Tiffany successfully sold to Avon.
In her latest venture, Tiffany returns to her first love with her new line, Pattern. Named as a play on TT, her nickname, Pattern offers a vibrant collection of essential tote bags featuring exclusive and delightful textile designs. Pattern embodies a simple, casual and charming look that women of all ages will want to carry with them everywhere - from the beaches of Hawaii to the streets of London!

The bag I got is the TT Tote Bag Large - Ottie. I absolutely love the bag. It's very generous in size and perfect for packing up a few things for an overnight stay or going to the beach, or like me toting lots of things to all kinds of meeting and events! I just love how much it holds and how comfortable it is to carry.

I hope this gives you a good idea of how large and roomy this bag is compared to the recliner it is sitting in!

This is the sturdy exterior zipper with a vegan leather tab.

This is the interior zippered pocket. It holds quite a bit. There is enough room for my wallet to fit in it.

There are two nice interior pockets. One is perfect size for a phone and the other will hold a variety of things.

A roomy exterior pocket. I like it to keep a book in or one of my journals.

LOVE the reinforced handles! They are super sturdy and capable of handle a heavy load in the bag! The straps are long enough to put over your shoulder but still short enough to carry it off your shoulder and not drag on the ground!

Looking down in the roomy interior of my bag. I just love how much it holds.

This is the little pouch that comes with your bag. They call it a detachable pocket. I call it super handy. It comes off the big clip it is on and you can stash some coins, a few bills, id, and more int it. It is really nice to have in my pocket when I am walking on the beach!

The totes come in large and small. This shows a good comparison of the two sizes. The color and pattern choices are wonderful. I had a hard time picking out which one I wanted!

Pattern LA also makes wonderful Diaper Bags, Cross-Body Bags, Cosmetic Bags, and Travel Bags, each one is just as lovely as the last! 

You can connect with Pattern LA on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and their Website.

But here is the best part. Pattern LA has offered to give one of my readers their own TT Tote Bag. There are 4 pattern designs and two sizes to choose from. It will be the winners choice, a $56-$62 value! How neat is that? Just use the Rafflecopter form below to enter!!

Thanks Pattern LA!!

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