Birthday book

My lovelies, I wanted to share my dad's 60th birthday present (just because I'm so excited about it). I made him a hardcover photo book filled with snapshots from all stages of his life. It was so much fun looking through family shots and choosing favorites, including a few he had never seen! (How hilarious is his expression in his wedding photo, by the way?) When I gave it to him this past weekend, he was so touched and couldn't stop looking through it. It was one of those truly special life moments.

(P.S. I made the book through Pinhole Press, and the book felt beautiful, with silky paper and a linen cloth hardcover. This book is the exact one I choose, but there are a bunch of other lovely options. Would be amazing to make a wedding album, too, don't you think? xo)

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Toby notepads

We just made this photo notepad on Pinhole Press (my friends' company) and I wanted to share. We're totally in love with it, and I can't stop staring at it on my desk. :) Now I want to make a bunch more with wedding photos and our favorite snapshots.

You can make your own photopad here. (Wouldn't they make adorable Mother's Day presents for moms or grandmas?)

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Gift Guide Part #7: Your Beloved Husband Who Makes Peppery Eggs, Plays The Rolling Stones for Your Baby and Can Always Make You Laugh.

This red hat, $58, because every guy looks cuter in a watch cap.

A cactus, about $10, for his desk, since it's the manliest plant around.

Dude No. 1 Beard Oil to keep his skin soft and make his beard smell spicy and woody, $65.

An awesome Beatles print, $59.99. (Can you spot Yoko?:)

A bike bag, $55, for afternoon adventures together. (You could fit in a hammock!)

A beautiful and timeless book, since he's now the family photographer. Used from $20.

Pendleton travel mug, $18, to perk up his morning commute.

Lasagna edge pan, $47.95, since you both like the crunchy edges (and what fun for a dinner party!).

A giddy and romantic sunset sail on a schooner in New York City, $50/person. And a kiss.

P.S. More gifts for husbands...

(Book photo, cropped, by The Sartorialist)

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Cup-of-Jo Gift Guide Part #6: Your Favorite Little Dudes Who Love High-Fives, Zerberts and Giggling Just 'Cause.

Swedish kids clothes with the cutest prints ever.

Pac Man cookie cutters, $18.

Natural, non-toxic stacking tree, $23.

Food Face plates, $10.

NYC-inspired rattles, $16 (including a fire truck and Metrocard)!

Pancake pen for funny family breakfasts, $12.50.

P.S. Plus, gifts for newborns and their sweet mamas...

(Plates via Marvelous Kiddo)

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Cup-of-Jo Gift Guide Part #5: Your Awesome Dad Who Makes the Best Family Lunches and Always Has a Good Book Recommendation.

A classic record to listen to (and display on the bookshelf), $5 to $30.

A personalized calendar with all his favorite family photos, $29.99.

A genius handmade iPod dock that naturally amplifies sound, simply because it's made of solid wood, $85. (So smart.)

Lobel's Meat Bible because you love his home-cooked meals, $27.

A print of his beloved Iceland (or New York City or all sorts of rad things...), $20.

Manly shower gel that relaxes muscles and leaves skin smooth, $18.

Dave's Insanity Sauce, $7.99, and a dare. (P.S. This is so hot that it was banned from the National Fiery Food Show.)

Literary Lites bathroom matchboxes, since you know he'd laugh.

P.S. More gifts for dads...

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Cup-of-Jo Gift Guide Part #4: Your Best Friend Who Wears the Prettiest Lipsticks and Knows (and Keeps) All Your Secrets.

A cozy cardigan, $72. (I love this mustard yellow!)

A cute striped tote, $39.

Ponytail styling lotion for the perfect high pony, $22.

A custom portrait of her beloved pup, $300...or one of these adorable (and more wallet-friendly) animal prints, $20.

New York pencils to inspire her to visit, $11.

A morse code necklace that spells "friend," $36.

Caramel marshmallows with sea salt and toffee crumbles, $13.

A rad street-style memory game from Amsterdam, $13.

A pretty pink bralet that you know she'll love, $36.

The world's cutest coffee-table book, $31.50.

P.S. More gifts for best friends...

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My sister Lucy

In yesterday's gift guide, I mentioned that my twin sister Lucy teared up when she first met Toby. Here are two photos from that day, back in September. As you can tell, the love-at-first-sight was mutual. :)

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Cup-of-Jo Gift Guide Part #3: Your Twin Sister Who Loves Hiking by the Ocean and Wept When She First Met Your Baby.

Wool mittens, handmade in Brooklyn, $45. (There are sold out, but here's a similar pair).

Porcelain bag vase, $35. (Flower delivery optional.)

A candle that smells like the seashore, $30. (You could wrap it in this cute tote.)

Anchor notecards, $28 for ten.

Peanut-butter-and-jelly rugelach cookies, made by the two adorable sisters above, $20 (about 24 pieces).

Kneepad tights to show off her cute quirkiness, $35.

Lavender sachets (inspired by vintage seed packs) for her dresser drawers, $19.

A silk friendship bracelet, because you're not just sisters, $38.

P.S. More gifts for sisters...

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