DIMPLES AND TANGLES 2025 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

You might be finished with your shopping (lucky duck!) but if you're like me you may not be getting serious about it until right around now, or this weekend! If you still have a few loose gift ends to tie up, I hope this year's Dimples and Tangles Christmas Gift Guide is helpful.  I always try to include mostly things we have and recommend, and have included some things that are on all of our wish lists as well. 

Double Pocket Eyeglasses Case - I recently discovered this case and love it!  I use it for my prescription glasses and sunglasses, but if you only need readers you still have an extra spot for your sunnies so great for those too! 

Lilly Pulitzer Stand- I have this, love it, use it often for my phone or kindle. 

Leather Gloves- should have added these below because they're actually on my list this year, but they would be a nice affordable gift for anyone! I like that they go just a bit higher on the wrist to tuck under your coat cuff well. 

Polka Dot Scarf and Leopard Scarf- both of these patterns would get tons of wear and can mix and match with just about anything! 

Skinny Scarves- I love these for tying onto a bag, around a pony tail, a simple neck scarf or even a lamp! 

Cozy Long Cardigan- I'm currently wearing this as I type and it reminded me to include it!  I have 3 colors and wear around the house every morning and evening.  Better than the pricey Barefoot Dreams cardigan I've had in the past, and it's currently $9 in a variety of colors and wide size range. 

Leather Scallop Edge Coin Pouch and Arched Top Scallop Pouch- I just thought these were both so cute, they appear to be fantastic quality for a reasonable price, and their products have outstanding reviews! 

Heart Toggle Clasp Necklace- I've shared this multiple times because it is so good for the price! 

Makeup Organizer Bag- I have a bag like this and love all of the different sections and pockets to keep everything sorted.  It holds so much and I like that it opens and stays flat, easy to stash out of the way in a hotel room even when it's open. 

Pashmina Wrap- I love this color and take this with me on any trip where we will be in meetings or conference rooms. It's compact and easy to stash in my tote, yet so warm to wrap around my arms in chilly rooms.  

Southern Sensibility Design Book- I love following this designer on Instagram.  She creates classic Southern spaces full of color and charm.  Beautiful coffee table book! 

A few splurges on my personal wish list...

Brass Salt and Pepper Mills-  I've admired this heirloom quality set for years, freshly ground salt and pepper really do make such a difference and what a beautiful way have it!  I recently noticed the set at a good sale price and am hoping Santa got the memo! 

Coach ID Card Wallet - I'm embarrased to admit I've been carrying my cards and cash in a tiny clear card pouch that isn't very secure or large enough for as long as I can remember. It's just so easy to quickly toss into whatever bag I'm carrying no matter the size, but it's time to go back to a "real" wallet! This is the perfect size without being bulky- it has several card slots, multiple compartments for cash or other important papers, a zipper compartment for coins and my phone fits inside if I ever want to just carry it by itself.  

Coach Tabby Convertible Bag- I really miss my leather Coach bag that I had in High School. Not sure what happened to it but wish I still had it! This is a beauty- the leather is amazing and the style is so versatile. It can be worn as a crossbody, shoulder bag, or clutch and is roomy enough for all of the essentials. 

Coach Laurel Convertible Bag- Also love this bag.  It's a tad larger and I would consider it more of an everyday style. Two different straps for a variety of ways to carry it. 

Ugg Slingback Clogs - I have these on the young girls' list too, but my friend has a pair and I want some too- ha! Just a nice, comfy option for casual days and alternative to boots or flats. Wear with or without socks and the strap can flip up over the shoe or go around the back of your heel. 

 

Camping String Lights- we got these a few months ago and they are super handy!  Not only great for outdoors, but I enjoyed using the lamp portion in the car at night on our road trip to avoid turning on the harsh overhead light.

Knife Sharpener - on my son's list and thought it was a great idea!

Seiko Alpinist Watch or Fossil Watch-  Ray recently got this Seiko to commemorate his years spent in his previous long time position we recently left- this is the best price we found and he's really been enjoying it. The fossil is a nice more budget friendly option.  

Adjustable Dumbbells Set- what a brilliant idea when there's not a lot of space to store multiple sets of weights. 

Sweaters- Ray just picked up a few of these styles, so many good ones to choose from! I like these vest sweater styles too. 

Classic Oxford Dress Shoes- on Ray's list! He really loves these more casual sneaker dress shoes too and has several colors.

Slim Leather Wallet- my brother in law has this on his list, nice wallet in a wide variety of colors.  

Slippers- fantastic gift for under $10!

Wet/Dry Vac- one of Ray's faves, this is a great shop vac and he uses it often cleaning up the cars, too. 

Manual Pencil Sharpener- I really miss a good old crank pencil sharpener, the electric ones just never seem as good!  Caleb actually asked for one of these last year to mount in the garage and it works like a charm, it's on Ray's list this year.  

Tozo Earbuds- Ray has had several pairs of these and he's a fan of the brand. 

Leather Cleaner and Conditioner- this one is on Ray's list! 

Rechargeable Keychain Flashlight- Caleb has had his eye on this, it's tiny yet powerful and plugs directly into a USB port to recharge. 

Gingham Pajama Set- so cute with multiple color options. 

Code Names Board Game - perpetually a favorite with the kids when their friends are around, we enjoy playing as a family as well.

Leather Tote Backpack and Small Scallop Edge Card Wallet- from the same company as scallop pouches above, quality leather products in a nice variety of colors

Coach ID Card Wallet- a nice wallet is the top item on Emily's list, this is a great option that has good compartments inside without being too bulky, and it's just the right size to slip her phone inside too if she wants to.  

Gingham Ruffle Socks- so cute! 

Owala Water Bottle- the tumbler all the kids want! 

Ugg Slingback Clogs- a favorite for all ages!  This color is so pretty, these are on my list below too! 

Retro Striped Socks- these would be so cute to wear with the Uggs or their favorite mini boots or sneakers! 

Digital Camera- We bought this for Emily for Christmas last year and she has really enjoyed using it! The kit comes with all of the accessories needed, but this card reader that connects straight to their phone is also nice to have.  Kit also available here in a different color at a lower price.   

Travel Jewelry Case- my niece suggested this and it's perfect for packing! 

Dainty Bow Necklace- 14K gold plated for a terrific price! 

Scrunchies- they are on the lists of the young ladies in my family! 

Striped Oversized Sweatshirt- tons of colors, these have been popular for the girls for a while and are still going strong! 

Lego Botanicals Happy Plants- another suggestion from my niece, cute for dorm rooms!

Gel Nail Polish Kit- I have one of these and it works great, some of the girls have used it too and like it!

5 in 1 Curling Iron Set- everything they need to create any style they want! 

Lip Mask- hugely popular for good results, this budget friendly option has great review too. 

Rechargeable Indoor/Outdoor Lamps- I've shared these several times since I got some for the patio, but they are so great to have!  Also nice for a bookcase without an outlet, mantel, dining room table, game table... literally so many places.  This link have several great color options. 

A Charlie Brown Christmas Vinyl- Ray just got this for his recent birthday and we've been enjoying it so much!  He added It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown to his Christmas wish list. 

Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set- these were brought to a Dirty Santa party we attended recently and they were a hit- stolen the maximum number of times! 

Automatic Foaming Soap Dispenser- another hit at the party, include some of this for an extra nice touch! 

21 Days of Prayer Book- Several years ago our church went through this book together, Ray recently worked through it again and remarked on how much of an impact it made. 

A Psalm for Unseen Servants- if you need a gift for a minister or volunteer in your church, this is a fantastic book!  Written by our former pastor in his clear, calm, engaging manner, it is a fairly quick read centered around Psalm 134 and offers encouragement to those often unseen or unacknowledged for the kingdom work they do. 

Book Embosser- edit the personalization a bit and these are great for making personalized notecards too. 

Camera Bird Feeder- this was already on my list but we just went to a gift exchange where this got "stolen" 3 times- popular pick for sure!  

Remote Control for Kindle or Ipad- I have one of these and it's super handy! 

Pickleball Set- I had this in mind for teens/young adults.  Our kids play often and like having extra paddles on hand to share with friends who might not have one.  We've also enjoyed taking this set on vacation with us, there are courts around almost everywhere now. 

Hands Free Phone Mount- Ray and Emily both have one of these for their cars and it's super handy!