It can be really hard to find gifts for home cooks. Chances are they already make pillowy piles of parmesan cheese over their pasta with that microplane grater you think they’ll love. To surprise them you have to get creative—but I have an idea. We’ve all heard, “stop playing with your food!” We’re told not […]
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2017 Gift Guide: Feel Good Guide
From eco treats to local feats, here’s part deux of our 2017 holiday shopping guide
Last week we gave you some ideas for over-the-top, guilty-pleasure gifts. This week, it’s all about gifts that make you—and your loved ones—feel good. Check the pages inside for ideas that support local businesses, that give something back to the community or even help your loved ones lower their carbon footprint. Pendleton stockings Class up […]
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The Holidays Are a Comin: Upcoming Artist Sales in Central Oregon
Here’s you local’s list of artisans selling their wares
Like Santa’s little elves, Bend artists are busy in their studios, making special, unique gifts sure to spread some sweet love and cheer. Here’s a quick guide to some of the upcoming, local art sales where you can find some of your favorite local artists and their special wares. Sat. Nov. 25 – Shop Small […]
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Indoor Gifts for the Whole Family to Enjoy Together
Baby, it’s cold outside. Most Central Oregonian families don’t just tolerate the winter months, they look forward to them as a time to engage in adrenaline-pumping outdoor activities. Even so, you can only hit the slopes so often. Still, being stuck inside doesn’t mean the family can’t have fun. This holiday season give your family, […]
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Gift-Worthy Subscriptions
Take the fancy wrap, un-reusable bows and the struggle of gift wrapping out of your giving this year. Your loved ones will be thrilled when they receive the following subscriptions. Workout Subscriptions Yoga Download offers over 1,000 online yoga classes, unlimited streaming, free downloads that can be kept forever, and new classes weekly. yogadownload.com – […]
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One Gift, Two Gift, Bad Gift, Good Gift
How to avoid buying your spouse a terrible gift
You’ve done it. You found the perfect gift for that special someone in your life. It’s expertly wrapped, resting under the tree, and on Christmas morning you can barely hide your excitement as your significant other opens the box and exclaims, “Oh … “ Buying a gift for your spouse feels like an impossible challenge. […]
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Indoor Gift Guide
When winter conspires to keep you indoors, let these indoor gift ideas help you enjoy it to the fullest.This is part two of the Source holiday gift guide. For nature lovers, take a look at last week’s Outdoor Gift Guide. Indoor Gift Guide · One Gift, Two Gift, Bad Gift, Good Gift · Gift-Worthy Subscriptions […]
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Indoor Projects to Get You Through Til Spring
You have lots of options for gifts this holiday season, but beyond the usual stuff that fits under the tree, here are some more ways to extend the gift-giving and give your peeps something to keep them busy til spring rolls around. Chopping, Stacking Firewood Book “Every man looks at his wood-pile with a kind […]
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Outdoor Gifts for the Non-Skier
Shopping for that Bendite who doesn’t ski or snowboard? Fret no more, gift givers. Here’s a cheat sheet to soothe your holiday anxiety. Support local businesses, stay within your budget, and make someone’s day. And as always, the key to surviving the holiday crowds is knowing exactly what you’re looking for. “Day Hiking Bend and […]
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Outdoor Gifts of Experience
How many of last year’s gifts are collecting dust in an attic or closet right now? Don’t make that mistake again this year. Lovers of the outdoors want excitement…the kind of adventure that can’t be held in anyone’s hands. This year, give someone an outdoor gift of experience. BC 101 Guided Backcountry Outing at Oregon Ski […]