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Birthday / Gift ideas for the Collector of Hobbies
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Jacqueline Novy
I am like a dragon - but my stash would be hobbies. Here’s a list of things that I would appreciate as presents for myself, and I'm sure your whimsical friend would love them too :)
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Witchy Things
 
Whimsical Clothing Items
 
Gamer Girl Aesthetic
 
Books on my never ending TBR
 
Tiny details to upgrade my home into a whimsical dreamland
 
Full on Decor for my Tiny Apartment

Witchy Things

I am a witch and I love whimsical witchcraft - so I'm adding a section dedicated to supplies I want, decor, and trinkets that fit my more mysterious / gothic alter ego. 

 
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Definitely need to read - I love witchcraft and activism, and I always love reading how others have used their craft for activism and how in history activism is tied to witchery :)
Revolutionary Witchcraft: A Guide to Magical Activism (Paperback)
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these are so pretty - I would be honored to have them in my growing collection of oracle / tarot cards :)
Dreamy Moons Card Decks - all
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I've gotten Dreamy Moon's yearly planners every year for a while now, but I love the idea of this one! you can always take it at your own pace and that's fabulous. Putting this both in the witchy section and stationary :)
Abundance Planner - Dreamy Moons (illustrated)
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Whimsical Clothing Items

I've been trying to upgrade my closet for years but I love adding new brands from small businesses and thrifting when I can - Adding the small businesses here.

 
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I've gotten a few articles of clothing from this wonderful NYC based small biz, and I have to say their quality of fabric is amazing, and I love the style! Especially the bell sleeve wrap tops - they make me feel very magical :)
Fairy Fashion| Sustainable Fashion| Slow Fashion
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Gamer Girl Aesthetic

I love a cozy game but it's all in the setup - I need places to put my 5 drinks and blankets in case I get cold 

 
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I’ve been needing to buy myself a headphone stand for quite some time now so I’ve been on the hunt - these are the perfect blend of magical and cozy!
Moon Headphone Stand: Kawaii Celestial Cozy Desk Accessory
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Such a cute little organizer!! A bee?! I need it.
Bee Desk Organizer: Kawaii Pen Pot & Sticky Note Holder for Cozy Desk Setups
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Books on my never ending TBR

Nuff said - this is very long so I'll cap it at 20 current obsessions I need - A lot of these are 18+ NSFW btw!!! Check content warnings before reading always :)) 

 
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This has been on my TBR for ages, would love to start reading it this winter :)
Bride (Paperback) | The Ripped Bodice
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everyone has been talking this series up for such a long time and I feel behind in not reading it - it's just a matter of when lol
Butcher & Blackbird: The Ruinous Love Trilogy (Paperback) | The Ripped Bodice
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While searching I realized I never knew this came outtttt??? I really enjoyed beautiful venom so this is a must read for me!
Sweet Venom (Deluxe Edition) (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
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Tiny details to upgrade my home into a whimsical dreamland

of course, I want a little cottage on the cliffs of scotland - but for now I guess I'll settle for an apartment in brooklyn (lol all jokes I love my apartment I just want faerie accessories for it okay)

 
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It’s an incense diffuser!! Need I say more??
Mini Mushling Smoker
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It’s a faerie sitting on a mushroom. This is the life I would like plz 😫
Small shelf, fairy, wall shelf, wall hanger, small shelf, plant shelf, home decor, gift for mom, plant stand, housewarming gift, wood, trees
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These are so pretty, I’m obsessed with this whole shop tbh. And it’s all one artist 👏🏻🦋
Butterfly Book-ends
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Really cool candles that I neeeeeed in my life :)
Plus Size Body Candles - Black & Queer Owned
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Full on Decor for my Tiny Apartment

this is just bigger things from the tiny things section

 
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I need this side table, there’s no other choice. It’s on my list to stay until I can afford it. 😮‍💨
Butterfly, Plant Stand, or Side Table - Etsy
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Accessories for the Faerie inside of Me

fashion based items that make me feel whimsical and sunny inside :) Especially needed during the dead of winter (it's coming sooner than you think)

 
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Such a pretty bracelet - found through Instagram. Love the style of all of her listings, it makes me happy that charm bracelets are trending again.
Lazy Lotus Statement Charm Bracelet | Czech Glass & Stainless Steel
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This one has a watch on it! So cool and custom 😍
A Shift from Spring to Autumn | Charm Bracelet Watch | Stainless Steel & Czech Glass
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This is the place to find whimsical high-end jewelry IMO - so if you're shopping for a ring…. (cue where is my husband by RAYE)
Catbird - 14k Gold Fine Jewelry, Engagement Rings & Diamonds | Catbird
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Stationary

I've loved books and stationary as long as I can remember - walking into barnes and noble or papersource and looking at the planners has me gagged 24/7. I would buy all of this if my adhd brain would find it actually useful LOL

 
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I've gotten Dreamy Moon's yearly planners every year for a while now, but I love the idea of this one! you can always take it at your own pace and that's fabulous. Putting this both in the witchy section and stationary :)
Abundance Planner - Dreamy Moons (illustrated)
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These are so beautiful. I would love to add all of these to my notebook collection - It's really hard to pick just one design!
A Notebook / Journal from Dreamy Moons :)
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Love Kate Byant's Art and she made a bookish section on her website, ofc I have to list it here!
Floral Bookish Bundle Set of 9 - Sticky Notes and Bookmarks :)
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Mystery/Blind Boxes

Always have been interested in blind boxes (and I have several trinkets myself) - It's a surprise cute thing in a box - what's not to love?

 
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I would love to get a mystery bundle from a small business as a gift! It’s so fun to unwrap a box and especially if they’re hand crafted 👩‍🍳💋
mystery box, plant hangers, plant stand, plant decor, plant accessories
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Are you kidding me I would LOVE this.
Roll for Reading SUBSCRIPTION Box
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These are so cute! I currently have one on my desk and want the full set :)
Pop Mart Peach Fairy Blind Box Series
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If you're in an area with a miniso, I HIGHLY reccommend going there! It's such a fun place for blind box shopping - a ton of sanrio stuff is there too :)
MINISO - Blind Boxes galore!
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