I’m joining my friends Cindy and Mary Ann and a few other blogging friends in sharing our gift guides. We each have a specific topic. Mine is gifts for book lovers. There are so many great ideas for the bookish people in your life!
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Custom Embosser // Custom Stamp // Obvious State Literary Postcards // Classic Novel Greeting Cards // Enamel Book Pins //Jane Mount Custom Painting or Print // Wood Book Ends // Mountain Peak Book Ends // Marble Book Ends
A custom stamp
Both my sister and Madeline have a huge stack of books are always offering them to friends. I know Madeline still likes to keep track of her books, so a “from the library of” stamp is the perfect gift. It could also be a good couple gift or family gift using last name.
Postcards & Note cards
Everyone needs a box of note cards and what’s better for a book lover than these from Obvious State? Or perhaps a pack of Classic Novel Greeting Cards or these Bibliophile Notecards from Jane Mount.
Enamel Pins
Enamel book pins – add your favorite book in the way of an enamel pin to your jean jacket or tote bag.
A Custom painting by Jane Mount
A custom painting from Jane Mount – I’m not sure how we first met Jane Mount, but when Madeline graduated from high school we gave her the gift of a custom painting of her favorite books. Madeline carefully selected the books she wanted to be represented in the painting and then took a photo and sent it to Jane. Jane painted each book spine in the order that Madeline chose and it remains her most treasured gift. We once again gave her this gift when she graduated from college. The next painting will be books Madeline read in her first years in New York. Books shape our lives and what’s better than a custom painting with your favorite books?
Or order a custom print from Jane
Or you can order a custom print by Jane. For $105 you select from a large list of books organized in a spread sheet. Choose up to seven books and then you can further customize it by selecting book orientation. Do you want them lined up on a shelf or are you imagining them in a stack? Don’t see the book on her extensive list…ask and for a little more, she’ll paint it and add it. Orders for Christmas must be placed by December 14th.
Book Ends
Book Ends – With so many books, it’s only natural you’ll need a set of book ends and with so many options, there’s something for every book lover. Wood, Mountain Peaks, or Marble Columns?
Kindle Paperwhite // Books are Magic T-Shirt // Library Card Mug // Library Card Tote // Reading Light // Books are Magic Vintage Key Tag
Kindle Paperwhite
I know many book lovers would never use a digital reader, but this upgraded Kindle Paperwhite is waterproof and has 2x the storage as its predecessor making it perfect for travel.
Book Store Merch
A T-Shirt from Books are Magic in Brooklyn and vintage key tags. Check your favorite local independent book store for merchandise.
Library Card Mug & Tote
A library card mug and tote bag. Every book lover has a fondness for the way books used to be lent and it has become a popular theme for products.
Book Light
A book light – Not just for reading in bed, but any dark corner. Book lovers know all the good spots.
What have I missed on the list for Book Lovers?
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Make sure to check in with these bloggers for ideas for the entertainer, hostess gifts, affordable jewelry, the cook, the traveler and gifts under $25.
A BLANKET………..
Annie you have reminded me of so many good ideas. From the library of …love that I haven’t done that for a long time. I am going to order for Summer. That book light is great (so you don’t keep others awake). I have to come back and revisit this when Summer goes down for her nap.
Oh, Annie! The custom painting of favorite books and the library card mug…these are perfect for one of my sons! Book lovers here, and vintage copies of Edgar Allen Poe and Shakespeare delight my guys. Thank you for curating such an interesting collection. Clicking through now! xox
Michele, I’m sure Jane would love to paint vintage copies of Edgar Allen Poe and Shakespear! Sounds like a perfect gift! xx
All of your suggestions in every category are spot on! I have so many great ideas. I have already ordered the salt and pepper shakers, love the color and size.
These are the cutest choices! I especially love the t-shirt, mug and shopping bag…. all soooo cute!
After just hosting my Book Club for a Friendsgiving I was really taken by all your terrific suggestions for gifts for book lovers. What a wonderful group of ideas you’ve come up with. I’m going to order that custom embosser for my daughter-in-law who owns thousands of books. Love it! Hppy holidays!
I think she will love it Celia! I ordered one for Madeline too! Happy Thanksgiving! xx
Thank you for this awesome post! I love books and have found a lot of things to put on my wish list! I really want the custom print!