This year bloggers from around b5media’s Lifestyles, Health and Wellness channels are giving readers a special surprise. We’ve created a virtual mall to help ease the anxiety of shopping for those on your Christmas list who may be a little more difficult to buy for.

Stop by Kettle and Cup and select your favorite hot beverage, kick back and browse this years Holiday Gift Guide Shopping Extravaganza.

Cherie from Career and Kids has the perfect list for the business woman/working parent.

Mary Emma from One Book Two Book shares a suggest shopping list for the avid reader and artist on your list.

Everyone knows what to get a jewelry lover – but do you know what to get one who loves to make jewelry? Cyndi at Jewelry and Beading has the answer!

Cherie at Diabetes Notes shares gift ideas to keep those visions of sugar plum fairies dancing for the diabetics on your list.

Chloe at The Doggy Blog shares an adorable wish list as written to Santa Paws.

Christine at Mad Cropper knows how to please those who are crazy about scrapbooking during the holiday season.

Quilters anyone? This unique craft makes for the tougher shopping experience – but that’s so yesterday considering we have a pro in our corner. Let Mary Emma at Quilting and Patchwork help you pick out the perfect gift.

Angela from Breastfeeding 1-2-3 provides a list of gifts for the breastfeeding mother on your list.

So maybe giving kitchen appliances isn’t the best idea – but what about a cool and unique Cooking Gadget? I’d say your bound to surprise the cook on your list with something from Cyndi’s list.

Peggy at Lively Women has put together a list of gift ideas for the health conscious female on your list.

Christine at Our One Heart shares tips and gift ideas to keep that Bride-to-Be happy during the Christmas season.

Tracee at BlogFabulous has put together an amazing store displaying gift ideas for the woman’s woman.

Christmas is for everyone and shopping for an Alzheimer’s patients can present a challenge – allow Mary Emma at Alzheimer’s Notes helps you overcome that challenge and get on to the joys of the season.

Have someone who might be looking to become a little more organized in the new year? Let Jennifer at Declutter It help you give the gift of time and organization.

Do you have a fabric-aholic or a needlehead on your Christmas list? Don’t get them the same old boring sing-song gift – let Chloe at Tangled Thread help you pick the perfect gift.

Unique gift ideas for the mixed media art lover on your list is what Cyndi from Layers Upon Layers has on display.

Have an aspiring to advanced chef on your list this year? Cyndi at Busy Family Meals has an extensive list to cover every stage of cooking from beginner to pro.

Eliza has pieced together a shop that covers mom, dad and baby at Babylune. Why leave anyone out?

Heather at The Food Bowl is taking care of pets and their people with a fun list that’s bound to connect you with the perfect gift.

Did someone say chocolate? Heather at Chocolate Bytes did! Our resident chocolate expert has put together sweetest gift shop you won’t want to miss.

Who says married couples are boring? Check out the letters to Santa as shared by Marc and Marye of Marriage Actually and see what might appeal to the married couple on your list.

Jennifer from Tree Hugging Family provides a wonderful list to help you go a little more green this holiday season.

Don’t forget about that single and dating friend or relative! We all know how difficult it can be to buy for them – Lucky for us we have Dating Dames and the Dames have the answers.

It’s never too early to start buying for your favorite gardener and Linette at Mother Earth’s Garden has a wonderful list to help you decide.

Have someone a little offbeat or kooky on your list this year? Let Jennifer of Offbeat Homes help you find the gift that’s spot on.

Linette at Play Library is haring the Best of Toys list this year – check out what’s hot and get to buying! We know how quick those hot toys sell out every year.

Have someone on your list who always hosts the best parties? Surprise that person with a unique gift as recommended by Linette at She Knows Parties!

Marcie from One Book Two Book and A Child Chosen shares a wonderful shopping list she’s broken down by age groups and hobbies.

Whether it’s tea or coffee you are looking for, Marye from Kettle and Cup has unique gift ideas that’s sure to add a little spice to your favorite hot beverage.

Haven’t figured out just how to shop for the junk lover and crafter on your list? Let Peggy from Junk Creation assist you with your selection.

Susan from Grounded Fitness has a little something for the health and fitness buff on your shopping list.

Liz at Health Bolt offers up a nifty gift idea list for everyone in the family – down to the computer geek.

Just what do you buy someone who’s crazy about genetics? Let our very own Grace Ilbay help you with that one at Genetics and Health

For those on your list who have a taste for wine and cocktails – check out Drinks After Dark and the shop full of gifts that Colleen has compiled that might just add to the element of surprise this year.

For the baker on your list – Marye from Baking Delights shares some of her personal favorites for her baking adventures in the kitchen. At a time when flavors, colors, aromas and tastes are at their peak, finding the perfect gift can be a bit of a challenge.

Eliza at She Knows Coupons has a fun list of items that will make any couponing mom jump with joy. The only thing that makes a coupon mom more excited than an awesome deal is doing it in an organized fashion.

And last but certainly not least, I’ve compiled a list of MomGadget Favorites – A Year in Review 2008 instead of a storefront for you to shop.

From all of us at Lifestyles – Health & Wellness

We wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2009!

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The joys of holiday shopping from the Lifestyles and Health & Wellness channels

Let’s go shopping!

Beth at Aging Fabulous offers a selection of terrific beauty gifts.

SP shows you some terrific handbags at Banging Bags, fabulous stocking stuffers at Shopaholics Daily, and even more holiday gifts at Style Her Hair.

Nikki shows us some wonderful little black dresses at Celeb Look.

Gayla features some adorable gifts for your pets at Couture Critters.

Aly offers beauty products for holidays at eBeautyDaily.

Star shows us a selection of fabulous gifts for him and her at Glamour Gift Guide.

Chloe features jewelry gifts for family and friends at Gleaming Things, and offers The Twelve Days of Shopping Christmas Guide at Her Accessories.

Tracy has a not so secret wish list and her holiday gift guide at Hot Mama Daily.

Dexie’s jewelry gift guide for her lights up She Knows Best. And don’t miss out on her Under $100 Holiday Looks at Style It Less.

Kori offers fabulous shoes for every woman in your life at ShoeBlitz.

Colleen features wonderful spa and beauty gifts at Spa Beautifully.

Ashley invites you to indulge in luxury at The Latest Luxe.

Lara provides 8 top 8 lists of holiday gifts for everyone at The List Maven.

Happy Shopping!!

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Happy shopping from the Beauty & Style channel and Splendicity

If you’re still short on shopping, did you know that Amazon now has email-able gift cards?

Of course, you can also use those cards to buy fun things like this sterling silver pave cocktail ring:

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really, seriously last minute presents

I can’t think of a better way to spread some holiday cheer than browsing through these goodies

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Merry Christmas from the Beauty & Style channel

Even if you’re not a big fan of Christmas parties (especially of the office variety) at least you get the fun of shopping for accessories for the bash

For the office party with the young receptionist who thinks she’s more fashionable than anyone else:

The “Sutton” clutch from Michael Kors.

How about the hot chocolate & sleigh ride party with 30 of your co-workers squished into one sleigh?

Chocolate brown ruched cashmere gloves from Portolano.

Or if you actually enjoy Christmas parties and want to dance the night away in a pair of fabulous shoes, may I suggest the “Farrah” from Badgley Mischka?

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accessories for Christmas parties

1. A sheer jersey scarf from American Apparel, $18.00:

(Don’t forget to include American Apparel’s great ideas for how to wear the scarf as well!)

2. Geometric cuff bracelet from Rimistyle, $20:

3. Patterned bird necklace from Shanalogic, $30:

4. Stiletto shoe bag from Uncommon Goods, $18:

Just because it’s almost impossible to find shoes under $30

5. A silver charm (this one is by Anne Garrison, $25:

While you’re buying charms, how about buying one for your purse as well?

6. Bag candy by Jewels by Jenn, $14:

Of course, if you’re looking around etsy, how about picking up a cute little wallet or wristlet like:

7. Pink Lemononade by BCharmer $15:

8. Brown shell earrings from August Lately, $22:

9. Murano glass ring from the Carrot Box, $24:

And last but not least, if you can’t get a diamond this year – go for something clear & sparkly!

10. Ice Chunk necklace from Mahleewan, $28:

So there you have my top 10 accessory gift suggestions – without breaking the bank!

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Her Accessories top 10 Christmas gifts picks under $30

1: Diamond solitaire earrings

2: Steel & washi paper pendant from Blend Creations

3: Earrings from Twisted Silver

4: Cocktail ring from Jules Smith

5: Sterling silver heart tag charm necklace from Tiffany

6: A subscription to Tilting Swiftly’s earring of the month club

7: Butterfly wing pendant from Simone Walsh

8: Eco-Drive watch from Citizen

9: Charm bracelet from Betsey Johnson

10: A pair of pumps from Christian Louboutin

So there’s the first Her Accessories gift guide – I suspect there may be more to come…

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Her Accessories early Christmas shopping wish list

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Christmas Shopping Online

A humorous look at the world of handbags through the eyes of a husband. They simply don’t understand how important this accessory is. How a guy can carry one wallet until it literally disintegrates is beyond me… but it sure makes shopping for Christmas a whole lot easier.

And while I’m on the topic, what do you think the contents of your handbag would add up to?

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The Secret Life of Handbags