{"id":38515,"date":"2015-07-31T18:37:11","date_gmt":"2015-07-31T22:37:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uncommongoods.com\/?p=38515"},"modified":"2015-08-10T09:51:08","modified_gmt":"2015-08-10T13:51:08","slug":"sisters-day-gift-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/2015\/sisters-day-gift-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Sisterhood – Gift Picks for Your Sis"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Sister can mean the one who was born into your immediate family or the “sister” who is your closest friend. Sisters are the ones that nurture you, support you, and laugh and grow with you. Any way around it, you\u2019re definitely more than a little similar, probably look a bit alike<\/a>, and have definitely gotten on each other\u2019s nerves a few times.<\/em><\/p>\n

In honor of Sister’s Day – August 2nd – we’ve put together a collection of our favorite gifts for the world’s best sister. Sister’s Day is a day to surprise your sister with something special – or meet up with your girlfriends for a night out! But most of all, it’s a time to simply enjoy each other’s company, which doesn’t require a special day. Whether she’s younger, older, or not even officially related to you, we’re sure you’ll find something she’ll love.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Big Gifts For Little Sis<\/strong>
\nYour little sister is someone who looks up to you (and helped teach you to be someone to look up to), taught you how to be patient (despite driving you a little crazy), and inspires you to be responsible (and have some fun while doing it). Her oh-so dramatic entrance into your family may have changed the dynamic a bit, but she\u2019s a gift deserving of being spoiled with a great gift of your own. She\u2019ll love it!<\/em><\/p>\n

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Because her presence in your life is simply invaluable. No matter where the next years take you and what changes occur, you’ll always have a special connection that will never break. | Connected Hearts Necklace<\/a><\/p>\n

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No matter which one of you was icier\u00a0towards the other from time to time during the occasional spat,\u00a0she’ll love the cute decor! | Ice Pops<\/a><\/p>\n

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Now that she’s old enough to appreciate some personal space, she’d appreciate the Door Harp<\/a> as an added seal against pesky little intruders… even though you suffered the hard way when she was littler: “Ugh, get out of my room!”<\/p>\n

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No matter if she’s a tea lover, coffee guzzler, or she’s still sticking with hot cocoa, the Zenguin Mugs<\/a> are a cute and witty appeal to your mutual need to chill from time to time.<\/p>\n

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Whether she’s young enough to curl up next to you as you read along or she’s been reading legal briefs for a few years (but you read author Laura Numeroff’s\u00a0If Your Give a Mouse a Cookie \u00a0<\/i>with\u00a0her as a kid),\u00a0she’s sure to appreciate the adorable sentiment of What Big Sister Does Best<\/a>\u00a0<\/em>(customizeable\u00a0with the name of big sis!).<\/p>\n

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The Bedside Smartphone Vase<\/a> celebrates the person you’ve helped her blossom into while giving her a place to dock\u00a0the smartphone your parents definitely let her get at an earlier age than you.<\/p>\n

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Even though she’s a different beast, you’ve learned to each find your niche and rely on each other for support – your relationship is, in a word, Symbiotic<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Sister, Sister!<\/strong>
\nMaybe you were actually born on the same day, or maybe you’re just close enough in age that people can’t believe you’re not twins.\u00a0<\/em>Either way, it doesn’t hurt to let her know you’re happy to have her by your side with one of these sweet gifts.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

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\"You<\/a><\/p>\n

Because no one can be told too many times. | You Are Beautiful<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Butterfly<\/a><\/p>\n

You spent mornings fighting over the bathroom when you were kids. The\u00a0Morning Glory Butterfly Puddler<\/a>\u00a0is a great way to tell her that you appreciate that time she let you have the first shower. (After all, waking up to fluttering butterflies in the garden is much more fun than waking up to find that someone’s already used all the hot water.)<\/p>\n

\"Wine<\/a><\/p>\n

You two already make a great pairing, but this Wine Pairing Towel Set<\/a> ensures that the wine and food selections you choose to enjoy during your hangout time are equally well coordinated.<\/p>\n

\"Seven<\/a><\/p>\n

This stellar necklace depicts the “seven sisters” astral collection, inspired by Greek Mythology. They’ll keep it close, so they’ll never seem light-years away. | Seven Sisters Necklace<\/a><\/p>\n

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The macaron is pretty close to perfect. It’s colorful, sweet, and there’s nothing else quite like it. Does that sound like someone you know? \u00a0| Les Macarons II<\/a><\/p>\n

\"You<\/a><\/p>\n

The\u00a0You Help Me Grow Planter<\/a>\u00a0is a great way to let her know you appreciate all of the seeds of inspiration she’s planted in your life.<\/p>\n

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Nothing beats one of those sisterly heart-to-heart talks, but if a busy life has you behind on bonding moments, you can sum up what you want to say in a single line:\u00a0A Sister Is A Forever Friend<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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She’s Got It All<\/strong>
\nYour big sister is someone to look up to. She helped you become the person you are today. Be it her graduation, a new job, an engagement, or the birth of a child, you\u2019re looking for a way to express how proud you are of her. Restorative, elegant, and sentimental, any of these gifts are sure to do just that \u2013 and give you a leg up to make up for all those times you had to (literally) look up to her.<\/em><\/p>\n

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An excellent way to catch the attention of your ever-reading book-lover of a sister. She’ll get her nose out of the pages at the scent of one of the Literary Candles<\/a> – themed to the scent of a favorite novel – before returning afresh with new olfactory inspiration.<\/p>\n

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Artfully crafted, these alluring, colorful coasters are made from Brazilian agate rock under a\u00a0philosophy of bringing elements of nature closer to the everyday home. |\u00a0Agate Coasters – Set of 4<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Sisters<\/a><\/p>\n

This radiant Recycled Glass Tree Globe<\/a> molds shattered\u00a0glass into a timeless symbol of your relationship with your sister. Even if things have broken in the past, the tree encapsulated inside the globe voices\u00a0the impervious and always-growing nature of your relationship.<\/p>\n

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Reminiscent of memories of summer playtime, the Dandelion Paperweight <\/a>captures a fleeting moment with your sister forever\u00a0\u00a0in a beautiful glass sphere.<\/p>\n

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Celebrating Matisse’s\u00a0artistic adage, this print is a reminder to always look for beauty and inspiration in your life – else you won’t see it. With a sister in your life, there are always flowers to be seen. | There Are Always Flowers<\/a><\/p>\n

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Perfect for leavening up the kitchen decor, this Baking Duo Embroidery Hoop Art <\/a>is a callback to childhood memories of baking with your sister – the true baking duo.<\/p>\n

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Spritz up your sis’ routine with this collection of therapeutic-grade essential oils, aromatic medleys, and pleasant vibes. Each scent\u00a0is hand-blended and suited for a specific place in your sister’s daily routine. | Aromatherapy Deluxe Gift Set<\/a><\/p>\n

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You’ve always put her on a pedestal. Let her put her earrings, necklaces, and more on the Pedestal Jewelry Holder<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Garden<\/a><\/p>\n

She watched you grow up and took care of you when you needed a little help along the way. After that, watching the Garden in a Can<\/a> grow into fresh herbs will be easy peasy. (Or should we say easy leaves-y?)<\/p>\n

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Love You Like A Sister<\/strong>
\nSo, you’re not technically siblings. Big deal! She’s been there for you through thick and thin, and that makes her family in your book. Celebrate your sister from another mister with a gift that says, “thanks for sticking around, even though you totally didn’t have to.”<\/em><\/p>\n

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For a classic brunch date, you and your de facto sis reach for the tomato juice, vodka, and horseradish to make spicy, savory Bloody Marys, made intuitive by Alyson Thomas\u2019 graphic representation of the classic eye-opener. |\u00a0Bloody Mary Diagram Glassware<\/a><\/p>\n

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She\u2019ll love the vibrant cherry blossoms delicately shed from the tree evoked in this beautiful spring scene. | Cherry Blossom Snow Globe<\/a><\/p>\n

\"See<\/a><\/p>\n

They say opposites attract, but you and your \u201csister\u201d see everything the same way. The I See Myself In You Pendant offers a simple, reflective expression of the affinity between both sisters and best friends \u2013 one in the same in your case. | I See Myself In You Pendant<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Love<\/a><\/p>\n

If a relationship is a living thing, none is more vibrant and healthy than what the two of you have. The Love Grows Here Terrarium acts as a microcosmic manifestation of that relationship \u2013 lush, living greenery encapsulated in a stylish jar \u2013 complete with a customizable figure holding the sign \u201cI <3 You.\u201d | Love Grows Here Terrarium<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Butterfly<\/a><\/p>\n

She’s always willing to help you see the bright side of any situation. Help her see some brightly colored butterflies. | Butterfly Attracting Garden Spikes<\/a><\/p>\n

\"When<\/a><\/p>\n

When Life Gives You Lemons, you make lemonade, so it\u2019s only natural that when life throws a great gal your way, she becomes an honorary inductee to your family. | When Life Gives You Lemons<\/a> by Jodi Kostelnik<\/p>\n

\"Four<\/a><\/p>\n

In the yearlong cycle from Winter, to Spring, to Summer, to Fall, the only constant seems to be that you\u2019re perennially drawn to each other\u2019s company. The Four Seasons Necklace<\/a> celebrates the unique beauty of her favorite season while embodying the spirit that keeps you as close as sisters.<\/p>\n

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Treat Yo Sis\u00a0<\/strong>
\n Maybe she\u2019s always been the most industrious of the litter and she deserves an aromatic day of restorative relaxation \u2013 or maybe she\u2019s always been the spoiled one. (And you’re fine with that. Heck, you’ve helped do the spoiling.) Either way, treat your sister to a set of scrubs and spreads or a centerpiece for quiet reflection.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Perfect if a hot cup of aromatic goodness is her quickest route to serenity, the Green Tea Herbal Kit<\/a> includes\u00a0nine herbs and three varieties of eco-certified, organic green tea from Japan, India, and Sri Lanka. Plus, it puts the tea in sisTer.<\/p>\n

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\"Flavor<\/a><\/p>\n

Show your sis that it is possible to indulge without throwing health out the window. |\u00a0Flavor Infuser Water Bottle<\/a><\/p>\n

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Bring the spa right to her and treat her with the works – she deserves it! The Spa Experience Tin<\/a> boasts “farm fresh,” all natural approaches to revitalization with ingredients like goat’s milk, lavender,\u00a0truffles, and whipped shea cream.<\/p>\n

Check out our gift lab<\/a> so see a member of our team see just how spa-worthy the tin is!<\/p>\n

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If she’s shea obsessed, indulge her in the Shea Butter Gift Set<\/a>. Each blend of soothing salve is hand blended and contains all natural ingredients – and<\/em>\u00a0an especially\u00a0high shea content for an extra smooth finish.<\/p>\n

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Inspired by the ancient Indian theory of acupressure, this mat and pillow supply\u00a0the perfect amount of pressure that releases endorphins similar to those we receive after an intense workout. If not for providing a bit of productive pressure, what are sisters for? | Acupressure Mat and Pillow<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Thumb<\/a><\/p>\n

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Is her garden her happy place? Let sis take tending to her flowers to another level of tranquility with the Thumb Waterer<\/a> and it will be almost like her troubles are washing away in the rain.<\/p>\n

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Sisters nurture\u00a0each other as\u00a0lifelong sources of inspiration and encouragement, and this attractive journal is a place to ground those feelings. The journal itself is motivating, made from\u00a0 thin strips of sustainable-sourced alder wood engraved with the message “Do What You Love, Love What You Do.” | Do What You Love Wooden Journal<\/a><\/p>\n

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This low-tech tablet allows your zen-seeking sister to peacefully reflect on thoughts before they disappear into the sands of time. | Meditation Box\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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