Christmas is coming up quick! i posted a few days ago about supporting local vendors and purchasing from small businesses, so i'm giving you some gift ideas for all the women in your life!! It's always fun to do something unique and surprise the women in your life with items they'll love! we all need a little help with a few people so here's a few ideas, and great prices!

1- Gift card from Davista Photography!- you can purchase just a beauty session, boudoir (great time to give for Christmas, valentines will be here soon too!) or purchase a double portrait session and do a friends session together!

2- mr. & mrs. mugs. i have the cute barware, so look on etsy and find some cute wine glasses! personalize or figure out exactly what she'd like.

3-does she love cute gym clothes? i find SO many on etsy. simply type in gym tanks and tons will pop up. this one.. is on my list.

4-speciality wood print. one of my favorite products i offer and completely different from other prints!

5-homemade gifts..again these are available on etsy! hot chocolate in an ornament? adorable, affordable, and delicious.

6-do you need some desserts this holiday? cookies, cake pops, popcorn, or cake? think about purchasing from someone you know! New Mexico- this cake was made from Erika Laduke. she's AMAZING and her cakes are beyond yummy. vegas, think about ordering from Like, Yumm!

7-photo ornaments. for a limited time, i'm offering these for gifts! for under $30 you can give family or loved ones an ornament with your family photo!

8- Bliss Body & Bath. women love their delicious smelling products ;) why not support a small business? head over to etsy and order from this company! i love her products, leaving my skin smooth and all homemade!

9- stalk her amazon or etsy wishlist. she won't expect it and you'll know exactly what she's loving!

bonus!- if there isn't enough time, or you know what scents they like, i enjoy hitting up yankee candle, victoria's secret, Jamberry, or bath and body works for some of their little sample gifts! not a local vendor, but great extra gifts to add in!

I hope this little list sparks some ideas for you this Holiday! i still can't believe it's December already! hoping to get my Christmas cards sent out next week, i think they're super cute!

just a little thought from me: lately not being home, i've felt more anxious; behind in decorating, shopping, and sending out my cards. but one of the verses that came up in my daily devotional was Matt 6:34 so do not be anxious or worry about tomorrow for tomorrow will have worries and anxieties of their own.... it was just a small reminder for me to keep working hard, but enjoy every day and not to worry about the things i can't always seem to fit in every day. it gave me some peace that it will be okay. so i hope this time of year is filled with wonderful things, but try not to worry about all the things you aren't able to fit in your day.

-Shanna Star