diff --git a/src/posts/gift-guide-2023.md b/src/posts/gift-guide-2023.md index 25db9a0..6473e0e 100644 --- a/src/posts/gift-guide-2023.md +++ b/src/posts/gift-guide-2023.md @@ -15,105 +15,105 @@ I've bookmarked various things over the past year or so of things I would get fo I'm not talking about NFTs, just talking about things that are actually useful digital things! Mostly for nerds. -[Frontend Masters subscription](https://frontendmasters.com/) +[Frontend Masters subscription](https://frontendmasters.com/)\ If you have friends learning to code or wanting to get better at it, I thought the FM courses were awesome. -[omg.lol subscription](https://omg.lol/) +[omg.lol subscription](https://omg.lol/)\ I got one of these recently ([check it out](https://cassidoo.omg.lol/)) and it's a really delightful service to make a little homepage, have email forwarding, and a bunch of other nice goodies. -[The Sukha Company pro subscription](https://www.thesukha.co/) +[The Sukha Company pro subscription](https://www.thesukha.co/)\ I've mentioned this app before, it's a pomodoro timer + task list + focus music + digital coach app that has really helped my focus a lot (plus if you use code `CASSIDY` you get 20% off). -[CodePen Pro](https://codepen.io/features/pro) +[CodePen Pro](https://codepen.io/features/pro)\ I really love CodePen in general, and this would be a great little gift for anyone who uses it. -[Brainstory subscription](https://www.brainstory.ai/) +[Brainstory subscription](https://www.brainstory.ai/)\ Okay I work on Brainstory so my credibility here is waning BUT it's a really great brainstorming app and I personally use it a ton (use code `ADVENT` for 20% off). ## Bags and wallets I love things that contain things. If you ever aren't sure what to get me, just get me a cool bag or pouch or something. -[Secrid wallet](https://secrid.com/) +[Secrid wallet](https://secrid.com/)\ I got my husband one of these a few years ago and it's so durable and useful, he gets compliments on it regularly! -[Analog Laptop Totes](https://analogcompany.co/en-us/collections/analog-laptop-tote) +[Analog Laptop Totes](https://analogcompany.co/en-us/collections/analog-laptop-tote)\ I really like how practical and well-made these are. -[Baboon to the Moon canvas tote](https://baboontothemoon.com/products/mega-canvas-tote?variant=39698386485319\&sale=true) +[Baboon to the Moon canvas tote](https://baboontothemoon.com/products/mega-canvas-tote?variant=39698386485319&sale=true)\ This brand is fairly pricey so I only really get things from them when they're on sale, but this canvas tote is **solid**. I have two and we use them both very often. -[Oceanbags: The Sunderbans](https://oceanbags.com/collections/all/products/the-sunderbans?variant=45432422072622) +[Oceanbags: The Sunderbans](https://oceanbags.com/collections/all/products/the-sunderbans?variant=45432422072622)\ Anything that stops more plastic from getting into the ocean, I'm on board. ## Stuff for your desk -*Resisting making this entire section just all mechanical keyboards...* +_Resisting making this entire section just all mechanical keyboards..._ -[Carpio 2.0 ergonomic wrist rest](https://deltahub.io/products/carpio-ergonomic-wrist-rest) +[Carpio 2.0 ergonomic wrist rest](https://deltahub.io/products/carpio-ergonomic-wrist-rest)\ I like how subtle this one looks compared to other wrist rests I've seen before. -[Paper Republic Notebooks](https://www.paper-republic.com/en-us/collections/paper) +[Paper Republic Notebooks](https://www.paper-republic.com/en-us/collections/paper)\ I got one of these as a gift a while back and the paper is really delightful to write on! -[Scrabble keycaps](https://www.clackeys.com/scrabble) +[Scrabble keycaps](https://www.clackeys.com/scrabble)\ Okay, **yes** I designed these, but I also just love the look in general. -[Lord of the Rings Elvish keyboard](https://drop.com/buy/drop-the-lord-of-the-rings-elvish-keyboard?utm_source=linkshare\&referer=EEA27B) +[Lord of the Rings Elvish keyboard](https://drop.com/buy/drop-the-lord-of-the-rings-elvish-keyboard?utm_source=linkshare&referer=EEA27B)\ This is a really unique board for your nerd friends. -[Muji pen set](https://www.muji.us/collections/pens/products/smooth-gel-ink-knock-type-ballpoint-pen-0-5mm-10-pieces-set-9a63) +[Muji pen set](https://www.muji.us/collections/pens/products/smooth-gel-ink-knock-type-ballpoint-pen-0-5mm-10-pieces-set-9a63)\ These pens are just so good. They're simple and look clean, and they write super well. ## Books Support your local bookstores, but if you aren't able to, I tried to link to some shops that are good here! -[How to sew clothes](https://allwellworkshop.com/how-to-sew-clothes) +[How to sew clothes](https://allwellworkshop.com/how-to-sew-clothes)\ I love that this one comes with patterns, too! -[The Mistborn Trilogy](https://www.abebooks.com/9781473213692/Mistborn-Trilogy-Final-Empire-Ascension-147321369X/plp) +[The Mistborn Trilogy](https://www.abebooks.com/9781473213692/Mistborn-Trilogy-Final-Empire-Ascension-147321369X/plp)\ This series was **so** fun to read. The way I describe it quickly to folks is, "imagine Ocean's 11, but a fantasy adventure story." It starts as a heist and spirals from there! -[Think Again](https://adamgrant.net/book/think-again/) +[Think Again](https://adamgrant.net/book/think-again/)\ I read this book a couple years ago and I reference it to this day. I genuinely think most people should read it. ## Beverage things I've become kind of a tea snob lately (especially after learning about microplastics in tea bags, ugh) so... join me in being a tea snob. -[Purple clay teapots](https://zishacraftsman.com/collections/all) +[Purple clay teapots](https://zishacraftsman.com/collections/all)\ I don't have one of these but whew, they're fancy lookin. Someday! -[Jumbo glass tea cup and infuser](https://www.adagio.com/teaware/jumbo_cup_and_infuser.html) +[Jumbo glass tea cup and infuser](https://www.adagio.com/teaware/jumbo_cup_and_infuser.html)\ My friend Ann got me one of these and I've used it... every single day since. It's a really great cup (made from borosilicate glass so it can handle high temps), and the infuser is perfect for any loose leaf teas you might like. -[Sardine cup](https://shop.visitlisboa.com/products/cup-2) +[Sardine cup](https://shop.visitlisboa.com/products/cup-2)\ I really like this green color and the little sardine art on it is just so cute. -[Once Upon a Time "fairy tale" tea](https://gildedcoach.com/products/once-upon-a-time) +[Once Upon a Time "fairy tale" tea](https://gildedcoach.com/products/once-upon-a-time)\ I haven't tried this but a friend of mine swears by it. This brand has edible glitter in it (did not know that was a thing) so your tea is shiny and fun. -[Hot chocolate velvetizer](https://us.hotelchocolat.com/collections/velvetiser-hot-chocolate-maker) +[Hot chocolate velvetizer](https://us.hotelchocolat.com/collections/velvetiser-hot-chocolate-maker)\ Probably the most extra appliance I own (my friend Jason got it for me) and yet... it's spectacular and I am now a hot chocolate snob as well. ## Other stuff -[Mr. Jones watches](https://us.mrjoneswatches.com/) +[Mr. Jones watches](https://us.mrjoneswatches.com/)\ These are so artsy and fun for the analog lover in your life. -[Pocket Tripod](https://pocket-tripod.com/) +[Pocket Tripod](https://pocket-tripod.com/)\ My friend Tom recommended this one to me and it's great if you wanna take a non-selfie and adjust where your phone is sitting! -[Frank Lloyd Wright: Timeless art](https://spoke-art.com/collections/frank-lloyd-wright-timeless) +[Frank Lloyd Wright: Timeless art](https://spoke-art.com/collections/frank-lloyd-wright-timeless)\ I love Frank Lloyd Wright architecture in general, and the art prints here are a really cool homage to his work. -[Rosanna Tasker art](https://www.rosannatasker.com/shop/giclee-prints) +[Rosanna Tasker art](https://www.rosannatasker.com/shop/giclee-prints)\ I love this artist's style in how she draws plants! -[Canvas board game](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/290236/canvas) +[Canvas board game](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/290236/canvas)\ A friend of mine introduced me to this game a couple months ago and I bought it instantly. If you like board games, imagine a combo of [7 Wonders](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/68448/7-wonders) and [Century: Spice Road](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/209685/century-spice-road), but in this one, you make pretty art! ## Goodbye -I don't know how people usually end gift guides so... *aggressively finger guns while backing away* +I don't know how people usually end gift guides so... _aggressively finger guns while backing away_