Extravagant Gift Ideas

My sister's birthday is coming up next month and I find myself at pretty much the same spot I was in this time last year, having no idea what to buy for the person who has absolutely everything. Have you ever found yourself in this same position when it comes to buying gifts for those you love? My beloved sister has very upscale tastes. Not that she doesn't appreciate something that comes from (for instance) the dollar store. Because she will find some use for any item that I choose to purchase for her. But I just feel better knowing that I've bought her something on this one very special day of the year, that will knock her socks off.

My quest to find that perfect gift led me to Oprah's A List. Which is just basically a list of gifts that would be suitable for Oprah Winfrey herself. First on the list is the new brilliantly colored 1.5 quart stock pot. This pot has measurements inside, you can freeze food in it, seal for freshness and even pour with ease from the built in spout. You can purchase in several dazzling colored hues of blue, green and orange, it's beautiful and can do everything. It's the perfect gift for those who love to cook. And the best part is, it won't break your budget at only $21.00 at restonlloyd.com. Also at the top of the list for culinary enthusiasts would have to be these all natural, eco friendly salad servers made entirely of bamboo. These are cute and handy and just the right gift for the environmentally friendly cook. They can be purchased for $14.00 at www.ocbelly.com This small ladybug radio with suction cups that keep it attached to the shower wall, is a wonderfully unique gift for the music lover. A quick press on its shell will turn it on and it automatically shuts itself off to preserve the batteries.

This can be bought for just under $36.00 at Brookstones. For those people who entertain a lot you might consider purchasing them a one of a kind guest book. With this very special book they can keep track of special occasions and memories of special events. This book has 160 acid free lined pages and costs just $85.00 at Graphic Image. For the chocolate lovers in your family this unique gift of Belgian chocolate pieces that melt in your hot milk would be the perfect gift. This also comes with several spice infusion bars in amazing flavors like orange and cardamom or lemon and pepper. It also contains 2 very nice ceramic cups for enjoying your one of a kind hot drink. The 2 mug set can be purchased for $20.00 at kshocolate.com. Looking for something a little more out of the ordinary? Then consider this original pencil holder which your favorite someone can keep on their desk. It's handcrafted entirely from recycled leather. It's made in a cat shape and has a handy pouch to hold all your pens and pencils. This is the perfect gift for that special someone who's been wanting a pet but might be allergic. You can purchase it for $52.00 at infinite health resources.

Move over uggs, there's a new and improved boot on the market. These boots are water resistant and faux sheepskin lined. Their rubber soles are excellent for helping you keep your footing on those cold and icy days. These are available in various colors and sizes and can be purchased for $80.00 at www.rubberduckbrand.com Last but not least is this pretty as a picture compact which is inspired by turn of the century lockets. This sterling silver frame can hold up to 5 images and folds like an accordion to become the size of a compact. This is a little more expensive at $695.00, but will make an excellent family heirloom to be cherished down through the generations. You can purchase this at fineartoffamily.com.

These are a few things that Oprah believes are just great for gift giving. I have to agree with her. I do not like giving gifts that I know people are just going to throw in their closet or a drawer somewhere and forget about. I prefer something unique, something extraordinary, even If it happens to cost just a little more. If you would like more information on these and other wonderfully unique and exciting gifts visit some of the websites I've mentioned or www.oprahmagazine.com