Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme created by the Broke and Bookish and hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl where we get a new topic for a top 10 list.
Good afternoon. I hope you’re all having a great week so far. Now, it might be too soon for some of you, but seeing as I have a lot of birthdays coming up I am already thinking about Christmas. Sometimes, it’s hard to find a gift for some friends/family members, so I thought I’d put together a gift guide for the readers in your life.
1. Candles
There are so many bookish inspired candle stores available, so it’s a guarantee that you can find a candle inspired by their favourite book or character. The candles are made with such care that their scent is a great reflection of the character/bookish universe.
2. Enamel Pin
Enamel pins look to be the latest trend in bookish merchandise. They’re stylish and can easily jazz up any bag. Enamel pins are also a great way for readers to show just how loud and proud they are of their bookish nature.
3. Art Prints
I have a weakness for art prints. From gorgeous character illustrations to inspiring quotes, you can never have too many art prints.
4. Jewellery
You can’t really go wrong with jewellery, especially when the piece is a reflection of something you love. Some of these pieces are a staple for any outfit.
5. Bookmarks & sleeves
One bookmark is never enough for readers. I don’t know about you, but I like having a selection of bookmarks to chose from when I’m picking up a new book. I like to find one that either matches the book cover or the atmosphere of the book. With that, readers also need to protect their books so a book sleeve is essential.
6. Homeware
Cushions, wall hangings, throws, there’s so much variety when it comes to bookish inspired homeware. Personally, a cushion is always a good option because it will go perfectly with the reader’s nook.
7. Tea
Tea is a daily essential. I could not cope without my cup of tea. What could be more perfect than a blend of tea inspired by a favourite book?
8. Mugs
If you’ve got the tea then you’re going to need a mug to go with it. Again, you can never have too many mugs, so why not get one to inspire the reader in your life.
9. Clothing
So, the reader in your life loves fashion? Well, why not get something inspired by their love of books and fashion. From tops to scarves there’s a whole range of fashionable bookish products available to grab.
10. Books
A book will always put a smile on a reader’s face cause at the end of the day it’s the thought that counts and the fact that you take the time to find a book you think the reader in your life will love is something that will make anyone’s day.
As a reader, what would be the best bookish gift?
I am obsessed with bookish candles. But my new favorite bookish items are enamel pins. I have to them all, lol.
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I’m quite proud of myself for resisting temptation and not splurging on all the gorgeous pins available.
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These are all my favorite things! Right now I’m obsessed with these teas from Tea & Absinthe – they have a bunch of nerdy teas that are so delicious!
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I’ve not heard of Tea & Absinthe. I’ll definitely be checking them out soon.
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This is such a great list! If I’m not a bookmark collector like some people are, I absolutely LOVE art prints and wish I could get more to put them all around. Sometimes they’re so expensive, but some look absolutely stunning! ❤ I also love tea so, very much and agree that we can never, ever have too many mugs hahaha 😀
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Art prints are my weakness, but I have zero space to put them anywhere!! I find prices on shipping to be the killer, especially when the company is based in the states.
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Same here – if shipping fees didn’t exist, I would have bought SO MUCH ALREADY haha.
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Which might be a blessing in disguise in the long run hahaha
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Agree hahaha.
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I only have one bookish candle, but a million Bath and Body Works one. They are a good gift because everyone gave me one last year, I swear!
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I’ve never looked into Bath and Body Works, but it sounds like they produce some good quality products.
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If you like sweet smelling candles and lotions, they’re popular here.
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I love bookish candles. They are the best ❤
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They always smell so good.
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This is the perfect guide because I would love pretty much any of these gifts! Love bookish candles and mugs!
My List: https://tbrandbeyond.com/2018/11/13/top-ten-tuesday-1-bookish-merch-we-wish-existed/
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Mugs are my weakness. I have to stop myself from buying them haha.
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Great list! You can never have too many bookish candles!
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So true. 😀
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I would love if someone gave me books. Nobody does because everybody thinks I have enough. Bookish jewelry would be fun, too.
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haha I’ve actually told people to stop buying me books because I’ve run out of shelf space!!
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Love this list! Especially the tea and candles part 😉
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Tea is literally the key to my heart!!
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hehe me too 😉
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I just bought my first enamel pin recently. I got one that says “Sips Tea” and I love it! 🙂 I definitely need to add more bookish ones to my small collection 🙂
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That enamel pin sounds perfect and I definitely think you should treat yourself to a couple more. 😉
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I LOVE bookish candles; they’re my absolute favorite merch item (along with character cards!) I love to light them while I’m reading a book, and seeing candlemakers’ takes on what a certain character or setting smells like. Great post, Lois, and happy holidays! 🙂
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Bookish candles always smell so divine and they look so pretty that I don’t want to light them hahaha.
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