Finding the Right Gift
It doesn't matter if you are searching for a birthday gift, Christmas, father's day, mother's day, anniversary gift, or even a wedding gift. Some people are notoriously hard to buy for. We want our gifts to be meaningful, otherwise we would just buy a gift certificate and call it good.
When selecting a gift, understanding the person's passion helps. Listed below are some great gift ideas for the bird watcher on your list.
"You can't go wrong with a print by John James Audubon. He was the ultimate bird watcher."
Carolina Parakeet
Carolina Parakeet Audubon Print Framed & Matted
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
The Carolina Parakeet was once common in the Southern United States. It was classified as extinct in the early 1900's.
Blue Jay
Blue Jay Audubon Print Framed & Matted 17x16
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
Audubon had a unique way of looking at the birds.
Flamingo
Black Framed/Matted Print 17x23, Flamingo
Amazon Price: $69.95 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Flamingo is a beautiful bird
Snowy Owl
Gold Framed/Matted Print 17x23, Snowy Owl
Amazon Price: $69.95 (as of 10/13/2008)
The Snowy Owl is a rare sight and a beautiful bird.
Red Breasted Sandpiper
Red Breasted Sandpiper By John J. Audubon Print Framed & Matted 16x13
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
A beautiful bird and a great gift idea.
Canvas Backed Duck
Canvas Backed Duck Framed Art Poster Print by John James Audubon, 42x30
Amazon Price: $144.99 (as of 10/13/2008)
Audubon's work was awesome and so is this framed print of the Canvas Backed Duck.
Arctic Puffin
Arctic Puffin Audubon Print Framed & Matted
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
A beautiful print of an uncommon bird.
"For the readers on your list, the choices are endless. Go for something different."
See the world through Audubon's eyes.
Audubon's masterpieces: 150 prints from the Birds of America
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
You can't go wrong with Audubon. He was the ultimate bird watcher.
A look at the past.
Birds that are no longer with us.
A rare look at the present.
Look to the future
"Help them organize their reading material."
Organize...Organize...Organize...
Cat and Birds Bookends
Amazon Price: $79.99 (as of 10/13/2008)
Help your favorite bird watcher organize their reference materials with this set of 3 bookends. They are made of resin but finished in a burnished bronze. They would make a delightful gift.
Bookends and More Bookends
Tote the Books
"Let them curl up with their new books with comfortable pillows and throws."
Curl up with the birds.
Birds of the Seasons Throw Blanket
Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)
This cotton throw is 68 inches by 51 inches. The perfect size to curl up in.
Pillows and More Pillows
More Throw Pilows
"Offer a bit of whimsy with wind chimes and suncatchers."
Catch the Sun
Cardinals in Stained Glass By Winged Heart
Amazon Price: $29.95 (as of 10/13/2008)
This 6 inch round suncatcher is finely detailed and richly colored. It would make a wonderful addition to a kitchen window.
Gazing Balls and Mirrors
Bring the Sunshine in
"Early birds often drink their first cup of coffee while watching the birds welcoming the new day."
Enjoy that first cup in the morning.
More Coffee Mugs
"Don't forget the traditional gifts such as birdhouses, birdfeeders, and birdbaths."
Attract the Purple Martins
Outdoor Decor & More Martin Birdhouse
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 10/13/2008)
Purple Martins are at the top of the ten most wanted list. Give them a place to live and they might stop by.
Birdfeeders
Birdhouses
Birdbaths
"Some gifts are just for fun."
A Traditional Game with a New Twist
Bird-Opoly
Amazon Price: $21.25 (as of 10/13/2008)
Rainy day Passtimes
Ruby-throated Hummingbird 500p
Amazon Price: $8.10 (as of 10/13/2008)
Share the afternoon and the fun with this beautiful puzzle
Christmas Ornaments
Successful?
I hope this lens has been of some help to you. Finding the perfect gift is not easy. If you didn't find what you want here, I wish you the best of luck as you meander from one website to the next. The perfect gift is out there. You'll find it. Elizabeth's Websites and Blogs
- Elizabeth Jean Allen, Home Page
- Elizabeth Jean Allen grew up in rural Minnesota, but has spent most of her adult life on the shores of South Carolina. She currently resides in Charleston, SC with her husband Chris and their two sons, Charles and Gregory. She spends the bulk of the year teaching high school science, and spends what little free time she has, reading, writing, and studying the birds.
- South Carolina Birder
- An information blog on wild birds, bird watching, and creating a backyard bird sanctuary.
- Lizzy's Blog: Stepping Out and Taking a Chance
- Lizzy's blog touches on topics such as writing, getting published, writing full time vs writing part time, publishing online, and the doubts and fears most writer deal with on a daily bases.
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Lizzy's Lensographies
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Busy Lizzy's Backyard Birds
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As we go through life, some sights and events have a profound impact on our lives, while others flitter past unnoticed. Some passions can be traced back to that single pivotal point while others grow seemingly unnoticed for years. I am a morning pers...
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Busy Lizzy's Birds of Prey
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Birds of Prey or Raptors are birds that usually hunt on the wing. They use their keen sense of sight to spot prey, swoop down, and capture it. They usually have large, powerful beaks and talons for tearing and piercing the flesh of their prey.
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Busy Lizzy's Aquatic Birds
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Aquatic birds live on or near bodies of water. They acquire their food from the water, the shorelines, or animals within the same region. They include seabirds, such as gulls, pelicans, albatrosses, and ducks, swans and geese.
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Busy Lizzy's Lenses
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Before I sat down to create this lensography, I took a look at my list of lenses. They are as varied as the students in my classroom. Can one be passionate about so many different things? I say yes. My passion is writing, but I am first and foremost...
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JaguarJulie
You have some great gifts highlighted -- Personally, I gravitate towards the Cat and Birds Bookends! Posted October 11, 2008 |
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beeobrien
Terrific! I love the book ends section. Posted June 27, 2008 |
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SherryHolderHunt
Another great lens, Lizzy! Posted June 27, 2008 |
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enslavedbyfaeries
Those cat and bird bookends are so cute! (Our 19 year old rescue cat sits side by side with the quail who visit our backyard, -she's such a sweet old kitty.) I have a few birdwatchers in my family so I'll favorite this for when I need a gift idea. Nicely done! Posted June 27, 2008 |
