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Minion cans and wooden watches: Gift ideas for the people on your Xmas list
Clockwise from top left: Smart approaches to playtime at P'kolino; 'canned goods' for kids; vintage collectibles for the aficionado of the classics; and Earth-friendly gift ideas like beauty product sets from Leyende, sunglasses from Bamboo and wooden wristwatches.
Nothing marks the festive season more clearly than the simultaneous appearance of holiday-themed advertisements, a never-ending playlist of Christmas songs and the emergence of countless sales and bazaars.
With a new shop window here and a blaring promo billboard there—not to mention the eagerly awaited year-end bonus—it’s hard to ignore the urge to shop. The challenge is figuring out how much of your money you’re willing to spend as well as what to spend it on.
A tried and tested money-saving method is to list everything down before buying; it helps to give everything a ballpark figure at least. In addition to that, it helps to list down the people you’ll be shopping for.
Below, some gift recommendations for you to consider.
1. Generic is fine – it’s a misconception that generic presents are thoughtless. If you choose them carefully enough, they could really make someone’s day.
If you want to be really safe, gift certificates or money in an Ang Pao envelope are sure to be appreciated.
Go for things you know people will really use: sticky notes, pens, and other supplies, which you can jazz up by going for cute or quirky designs. If you want to be extra fun, a lot of unique knick-knacks can be found in bazaars and novelty shops.
At the Rockwell Holiday Fair, Canned Goods Gifts and Novelties sells just that—gifts and novelties in a can. For P100 to P300 you can get a plush Minion, Spongebob-themed band-aids, a game of Snakes and Ladders or even a Zombie Survival Kit. All items come in a uniquely designed can that you can recycle into a pencil holder or container after popping it open.
My Ticker Tape Parade is another little shop that offers an assortment of unique picks for everyone—from soy-based temporary tattoos, vegan semi-permanent hair dye and locally produced organic beauty products to USBs shaped like Star Wars characters, recycled wood wristwatches and sunglasses and brace-inspired bracelets.
“We try to bring in a little something for everybody... so if you go to the booth, chances are you'll find something you kind of like," said owner Jen Osmeña.
2. Go vintage – A sweet gesture or something that shows just how much you love someone will always be a nice gift, but if you want something of a more material nature, a few worthy investments include vintage collectibles, a nice watch or a timeless accessory.
Rockwell Bazaar regulars Bien Carlota and George Salvador sell vinyl records, old silver coins from the 1800s, vintage Coca-Cola merchandise and other curios. For P200-P800, you can get the likes of a 1984 Ghostbusters Coke drinking glass, a vinyl record or two or a framed vintage ad.
Some of the more expensive items are exceptional gems like a working typewriter and projector from the 1920s and a German clock made of brass. These range from P6,000 to P8,000, while paintings by contemporary and Rizal-era local artists can go for as low as P20,000 to P650,000.
"I recommend they buy coins, because of the silver content... you could sell them,” said Carlota. An antique coin costs P1,000 to P5,000.
3. Stuff for the kids – This will depend on the age, gender and taste of the kid in question, but the best kind of gift you can give a growing mind and body is a tool that can help shape it.
P’kolino is a progressive brand that has just recently arrived in the Philippines. Among the brand’s products are non-toxic, ergonomically-shaped markers, crayons and pencils, art sets that come in handy canvas cases and nifty Reader Chairs made from high-density foam and equipped with handles and book pockets for maximum fun during reading time.
"As much as possible we try to encourage toddlers now to go back into reading instead of… computers and iPads,” said Marla Go of P’kolino distributor Think Toddlers.
“We also have coloring books which are Britto-inspired... There are color guides for kids to follow initially and then eventually they can be as creative as they want," she said.
4. Food is always good – The holidays wouldn’t be as sweet or yummy without tins of cookies, boxes of brownies, bottles of wine or other goodies to delight your taste buds.
The Food Bin sells an assortment of imported favorites like Trader Joe’s cookie butter, Japanese Oreos in different falvors, Jet Puffed marshmallow crème, and local goods like angus beef tapa and longganisa bits.
Co-owner Ali Oreta said that there are items for less than P500 as well as full gift baskets for up to P3,000. “For P1,000, we can prepare it for you in a tray or in a basket and then we pack it and we also deliver,” she said.
The holiday season is the ideal time to drop some coin, whether for yourself or the ones you love. “Now is the season of bonuses... and lots of money coming in, so this is the time to invest. Buy things you really like," said art collector Salvador.
But the holidays are also all about making good things happen. You can start by offering an extra tip to the waiter at dinner or giving back to the security guards, custodians and helpers that make your every day a little easier.
For many of our countrymen, it’s also been a terribly difficult year. Show that holiday spirit by giving a little to those who need it most. You need not even spend on this one: a single bag of your clothes, books, toys or other items could really make a difference for someone else.
And last but not the least, get something best enjoyed in the company of others. Be it food, drink, or a multi-player board game, once shared it becomes all the more fun.
So now you can make your list—check it twice—and spend these last few weeks getting your loved ones something nice. — BM, GMA News
Canned Goods is on Facebook and Twitter at /CannedGoodsPH.
The Food Bin is also on Facebook and Twitter at /TheFoodBin, as well as at 201 Katipunan Ave. Ext., QC and 841 cor. Matilde St., Poblacion, Makati.
My Ticker Tape Parade can be found online at www.mytickertapeparade.com.
For vintage collectibles and paintings, contact Bien Carlota at 0928-502-0939.
For more on P’kolino, contact Marla Go at 0917-513-7088 and sales@thinktoddlers.com.
Or you can find them all at the Rockwell Holiday Fair from Dec. 13 to 15 at the Rockwell Tent, Makati.
With a new shop window here and a blaring promo billboard there—not to mention the eagerly awaited year-end bonus—it’s hard to ignore the urge to shop. The challenge is figuring out how much of your money you’re willing to spend as well as what to spend it on.
A tried and tested money-saving method is to list everything down before buying; it helps to give everything a ballpark figure at least. In addition to that, it helps to list down the people you’ll be shopping for.
Below, some gift recommendations for you to consider.
1. Generic is fine – it’s a misconception that generic presents are thoughtless. If you choose them carefully enough, they could really make someone’s day.
If you want to be really safe, gift certificates or money in an Ang Pao envelope are sure to be appreciated.
Go for things you know people will really use: sticky notes, pens, and other supplies, which you can jazz up by going for cute or quirky designs. If you want to be extra fun, a lot of unique knick-knacks can be found in bazaars and novelty shops.
Something for everyone at My Ticker Tape Parade
My Ticker Tape Parade is another little shop that offers an assortment of unique picks for everyone—from soy-based temporary tattoos, vegan semi-permanent hair dye and locally produced organic beauty products to USBs shaped like Star Wars characters, recycled wood wristwatches and sunglasses and brace-inspired bracelets.
“We try to bring in a little something for everybody... so if you go to the booth, chances are you'll find something you kind of like," said owner Jen Osmeña.
2. Go vintage – A sweet gesture or something that shows just how much you love someone will always be a nice gift, but if you want something of a more material nature, a few worthy investments include vintage collectibles, a nice watch or a timeless accessory.
Rockwell Bazaar regulars Bien Carlota and George Salvador sell vinyl records, old silver coins from the 1800s, vintage Coca-Cola merchandise and other curios. For P200-P800, you can get the likes of a 1984 Ghostbusters Coke drinking glass, a vinyl record or two or a framed vintage ad.
Some of the more expensive items are exceptional gems like a working typewriter and projector from the 1920s and a German clock made of brass. These range from P6,000 to P8,000, while paintings by contemporary and Rizal-era local artists can go for as low as P20,000 to P650,000.
"I recommend they buy coins, because of the silver content... you could sell them,” said Carlota. An antique coin costs P1,000 to P5,000.
Stuffed toy Minions in cans at Canned Goods
P’kolino is a progressive brand that has just recently arrived in the Philippines. Among the brand’s products are non-toxic, ergonomically-shaped markers, crayons and pencils, art sets that come in handy canvas cases and nifty Reader Chairs made from high-density foam and equipped with handles and book pockets for maximum fun during reading time.
"As much as possible we try to encourage toddlers now to go back into reading instead of… computers and iPads,” said Marla Go of P’kolino distributor Think Toddlers.
“We also have coloring books which are Britto-inspired... There are color guides for kids to follow initially and then eventually they can be as creative as they want," she said.
4. Food is always good – The holidays wouldn’t be as sweet or yummy without tins of cookies, boxes of brownies, bottles of wine or other goodies to delight your taste buds.
The Food Bin sells an assortment of imported favorites like Trader Joe’s cookie butter, Japanese Oreos in different falvors, Jet Puffed marshmallow crème, and local goods like angus beef tapa and longganisa bits.
Co-owner Ali Oreta said that there are items for less than P500 as well as full gift baskets for up to P3,000. “For P1,000, we can prepare it for you in a tray or in a basket and then we pack it and we also deliver,” she said.
Various imported tsitsiriya at The Food Bin.
But the holidays are also all about making good things happen. You can start by offering an extra tip to the waiter at dinner or giving back to the security guards, custodians and helpers that make your every day a little easier.
For many of our countrymen, it’s also been a terribly difficult year. Show that holiday spirit by giving a little to those who need it most. You need not even spend on this one: a single bag of your clothes, books, toys or other items could really make a difference for someone else.
And last but not the least, get something best enjoyed in the company of others. Be it food, drink, or a multi-player board game, once shared it becomes all the more fun.
So now you can make your list—check it twice—and spend these last few weeks getting your loved ones something nice. — BM, GMA News
Canned Goods is on Facebook and Twitter at /CannedGoodsPH.
The Food Bin is also on Facebook and Twitter at /TheFoodBin, as well as at 201 Katipunan Ave. Ext., QC and 841 cor. Matilde St., Poblacion, Makati.
My Ticker Tape Parade can be found online at www.mytickertapeparade.com.
For vintage collectibles and paintings, contact Bien Carlota at 0928-502-0939.
For more on P’kolino, contact Marla Go at 0917-513-7088 and sales@thinktoddlers.com.
Or you can find them all at the Rockwell Holiday Fair from Dec. 13 to 15 at the Rockwell Tent, Makati.
