LAST MINUTE NEW YEAR GIFT IDEAS: THE ARTISTIC EDITION

Holiday season teaches us one important lesson: giving can feel fantastic. Isn't it so? If you feel like you haven't gifted enough or to you heart content this Christmas and you feel like giving more, you're probably looking for New Year present proposals. Today I'm back with some arty New Year gift ideas.  If you're looking for some New Year shopping inspiration, you've come to the right place. I've put together a little selection of products (mostly from Redbubble) to help you decide. I've also left a link to the square neck dress I'm wearing in this post. Pairing a square neck dress with a shirt or a turtleneck can be a great idea for a New Year outfit, especially if you want to make sure you feel cozy and warm. If you haven't already, you can also read my tips for choosing the perfect festive outfit. While you're at it, feel free to read my tips for lowering stress levels during the holidays. Alright, now let's get back to theme of New Year presents. Do you shop for New Year presents? It is no so much a tradition where I'm from, and I don't do it every year, but  sometimes I really enjoy buying presents for NY, especially when I haven't had the time to buy perfect Christmas gifts. New Year presents are also a good gift alternative for people who don't celebrate Christmas. 
Dress: Rosegal (here), Turtleneck: old (another cute option here), Heels: old (similar here and here)


CELLPHONE, iPHONE  AND iPAD CASES

As I already mentioned in one of my pre-Christmas posts, tech accessories are a pretty neutral gift option. You can easily give them to a coworker or an acquaintance. However, they can also be a personal gift. If you're confident in the taste of the receiver, why not opt for arty iPhone and Ipad cases? Here I've selected a few featuring my fashion illustrations, but you can also opt for more classical themes, neutral colours or motivational messages. I personally think that classical phone covers are always a lovely option. Moreover, motivational messages are a good choice as well (for example this one).  Fashionista in me is crying for fashion illustration themed covers, though. 


iPad Case

iPhone case

Absolutely Fabulous City Girl by IvanaKada
mini iPad case

A Girl With A Skull Scarf by IvanaKada
iPad Case


A Beautiful Green-skinned  Girl  by IvanaKada
iPhone case




LAPTOP SLEEVES AND SKINS

Everyone has a laptop these days, so obviously laptop sleeves and skins are potentially good gift options. When choosing a perfect laptop sleeve and skin, try to consider the taste of a receiver. I obviously love laptop sleeves and skins featuring fashion art, but if you're choosing a laptop accessory for your dad, unless your dad works in a fashion industry, you might want to opt for something more classical. When choosing artistic laptop accessories, always think about what kind of art the receiver likes. If you're not certain, a classical landscape or panorama might be a good option.

A Girl in a Red Dress Reading a Book on a Beach by IvanaKada
LAPTOP SKIN

Boats on Adriatic Sea by IvanaKada
LAPTOP SKIN





Red Lips Fashion Illustration by IvanaKada
Laptop sleeve


LAPTOP SLEEVE



Island Panorama: Sea Landscape by IvanaKada
LAPTOP SLEEVE




INNER DECOR ITEMS

Inter decor items such as art prints, acrylic blocks,  pillows and clocks can make for a lovely gift idea, especially when it comes to art lovers. Art can make your (or someone else's ) home looks more unique and cozy. When opting for artistic inner decor items, try to think about how they would fit into space. It is alright opting for visually consuming art if you don't mind it being the focus of the attention. However, if you already have furniture and art pieces that are eye-catching, it is better to opt for something more subtle. This is also the case when gifting someone an arty decor item. Try to imagine it in their space (if you know what their space looks like). If you aren't sure of their home decor, just try to choose some art that suits their personal style.



ART PRINTS AND ACRYLIC BLOCKS

Art prints and acrylic blocks are a fabulous gift option for art lovers. Bellow I selected a few paintings that could potentially make for nice NY gift options. As I said, when choosing an art print or an acrylic block, try to consider the taste of the receiver. How do you like these art prints?

Royal Beauty Glam Gown (Fashion Illustration) by IvanaKada
ART PRINT
Because I Believe In Fairytales by IvanaKada
ART PRINT


An Olive Tree on Island Hvar by IvanaKada
ACRYLIC BLOCK


BLOCKS








PILLOWS

If watching home make over shows has taught me anything, that's the importance of pillows. In a way, pillows are an accessory to our furniture. In a same way that a fantastic necklace can liven up our outfit, so can a pillow make a room come to life. That is why I would argue that pillows are a pretty safe decor gift idea. Everyone loves pillows, right? A fun pillow can be a fun way to spice up a room. Plus, if the person who receives it doesn't find a place for it in his or his living room, they can always find a place for it somewhere. A person can't have enough pillows, right? Do you like pillows? Do you use them for decor purposes? If yes, what kind of pillows do you like?
A Girl With  Cupcakes by IvanaKada
THROW PILLOW 




Pillow case
Throw pillow



STATIONARY

Stationary can be a neat New Year present as well.  Lots of people like stationary. I'm certainly one of them. I like to keep journals, scrap books, diaries and all kind of things. So, I'm always on a look out for cute notebooks and things like that. As a lover of art, I love arty ones. Bellow you can see my artistic selection of notebooks, postcards, greeting cards and hardcover journals.

NOTEBOOKS, HARDCOVER JOURNALS, POSTCARDS AND GREETING CARDS

Royal Beauty Glam Gown (Fashion Illustration) by IvanaKada
SPIRAL NOTEBOOK

Fashion Illustration: Girl Standing Next to a House by IvanaKada
SPIRAL NOTEBOOK


Girls In A Blue Swimsuit Fashion Drawing Collage by IvanaKada
HARDCOVER JOURNAL


Redhead Magic Woman (oil painting) by IvanaKada
POSTCARD

Best Friends Forever by IvanaKada
Spiral notebook





Drawing of a Girl in Mostar City by IvanaKada
GREETING CARD




MUGS 


Mugs are another cute gift option. Travel mugs or ordinary ones, they both make for lovely gift options. Mugs are a fantastic gift option for coffee or tea lovers. When it comes to caffeine and tea addicts, if you manage to pick the perfect mug for them, you  can be certain they will think of you often.

Absolutely Fabulous City Girl by IvanaKada
Mug



Fashion Illustration Collage: A Girl Wearing a Maxi Skirt by IvanaKada
TRAVEL MUG





CLOCKS 


Timing is everything they say. Since timing  is so important, so it knowing what time it is. An unique arty wall clock might prove a winning gift idea. Do you keep a wall clock in your home? If yes, in what style? What kind of clocks do you like? What do you think about arty clocks?


A Girl Wearing a Beanie by IvanaKada
art wall clock 

clocks 

CLOTHES AND FASHION ACCESSORIES

Clothes and fashion accessories can make for wonderful gifting ideas as well. Bellow you can find some T-shirt, tote bags and studio pouches I think would make for good gifts. That would be all for today. Thank you for reading. Enjoy your New Year shopping.

( tote bag)  (T-shirt)(T-shirt) /   (T-shirt) /   T-shirt T-shirt / (tote bag) 

studio pouches


A Girl In a Turtleneck by IvanaKada
Tote bag




First Learn The Rules Then Break Them: Fashion Illustration by IvanaKada
Tote bag






Comments

  1. These are so great love them. I really love the pillow with the girl and the skull scarf.

    Deedee

    http://madeupgirl-madeupgirl.blogspot.com

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  2. These are great gift ideas! I like how you layered your dress too :) We don't do new years gifts here but we go big for Christmas - in my family we love gifting a lot, even if our budget is small, we wrap up lots of little things! :)

    Hope that you had a wonderful Christmas :) It was a busy but fun one here as I hosted it this year for my family. Now we are enjoying some quiet time at home and eating lots of delicious leftovers, and I'm doing a little bit of blog reading after my break from blogging for a few days!

    Away From The Blue Blog

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    1. thank you Mica. I had a pretty nice Christmas. Eating delicious leftovers is always good. That is one thing I love about the post-holiday season- I don't have to worry about cooking.

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  3. Thanks a lot :D

    great ideas, my dear :)

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  4. Great items! I love the details. xx

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  5. These are beautiful ideas to give as last minute gifts or host gift thanks for this beautiful information. Have a Happy New Year

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  6. I love the phone cases, they are so artistic! :)

    TheNormcoreRebel

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  7. Here in Sicily we actually don't have the habit of giving gifts at New Years, only on Christmas and of course, La Befana on the 6th of January. Happy New Year Ivana!

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    1. thanks, we don't have this custom either but I like it.

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  8. These are so great! Custom made gifts always make you feel something special, great ideas!

    LackaDaisy

    *LackaDaisy*

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  9. Ma che belle idee! Un regalo così originale personalizzato poi fa ancora più piacere!
    Carinissimo il tuo look, sei perfetta ed elegante per questo periodo di feste!
    Baci!
    S
    https://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com

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  10. Thanks a lot :D

    have an amazing weekend my friend :)

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  11. Come sempre sei molto creativa... i cuscini sono deliziosi e tu sei bellissima!
    Kisses, Paola.

    Expressyourself

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  12. Lovely gift ideas!

    Mariya | www.brunetteondemand.com

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  13. Tutte idee bellissime ti faccio i complimenti per la tua arte🤩💞auguri

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  14. You are such a great artist Ivana, just love your cretions, the pillows especially. You also look beautiful in your festive outfit! Happy New Year dear! xo

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  15. Happy new year beautiful! Your drawings and artwork have been really inspirational this year!
    Raindrops of Sapphire

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  16. Ma che belle idee regalo Ivana, soprattutto mi piacciono tantissimo le cover, sono davvero stupende con i tuoi disegni. Noi non abbiamo una tradizione per i regali di capodanno sai? Ma potrebbe essere un inizio!
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  17. These are such fabulous ideas and it's always good to support artists like yourself, Ivana!!
    You have such a talent and make such wonderful items. The idea for a canvas or pillow is great because you can change them up occasionally!!
    Happy New Year!!
    XOOX
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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  18. I love the suggestions, they are really beautiful. Kisses!

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  19. Your illustrations are so super cute and what a fabulous idea to use them on all these gift ideas. My personal favourite is the pouch! LOVE it. Have a wonderful New Year lovely lady. x

    Samantha | https://thebeautyspyglass.com

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  20. Hello Ivana
    wowww I'm in love with the ipod cases. Your drawings are wonderful. and in so many products.

    My dear, I can only wish you a Happy New Year full of good surprises.

    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  21. Love the ideas! So nice!

    www.keke.pt

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  22. Where I live there is no tradition of giving gifts for the New Years Eve, but my moms birthday is comming up and I will definitely gift her some cool pillow sets. I love when the couch is accessorized with cute little pillows (preferably of different shade of the same colour) so your tip is great. I really like the clock as well, it is one of those statement pieces that can completely change the entire interior.
    Happy new year!
    Dorota
    www.journalofdorota.com

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  23. Wonderful Post Ivana! Great Inspiration. :) You look beautiful <3

    kisses

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  24. I love these little gift ideas! I always appreciate an artsy case and you can never go wrong with laptop sleeves. Pretty cool that you can get the prints on so many different things!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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  25. Such a wonderful gift ideas! All of these items are beautiful but my favorite is that pillow with dancing girl! Also you look beautiful and chic!

    Happy New Year!!!

    jointyicroissanty

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  26. Loving these ideas! Your artwork is so great and beautiful! Happy Holidays! :)

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  27. My pick goes to the lovely cushion! Happy 2019, sweetie! xoxo

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  28. These are all wonderful gift ideas and the illustrations are beautiful. I especially like that these gifts can be enjoyed for a long time. I hope you have a wonderful New Year's.

    Kathrin | Polar Bear Style

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  29. Thanks a lot :D

    have an amazing year, my dear :)

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  30. Ci siamo quasi... ti auguro tutto il meglio cara Ivana, per un nuovo anno meraviglioso!
    Kisses, Paola.

    Expressyourself

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  31. I love that pillow case with a girl with a shiny dress! :) I'm such a pillow fan. I have a bunch of pillows and it's never enough.
    xx
    blog.brigitadaisy.com

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  32. Great post, lovely idea for unusually gifts! I love your turtleneck. Happy New Year!

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  33. Oh wow, dearest Ivana, these are great ideas!!!!!! I wish you a wonderful new year and that it is a healthy and creative and good one!!! :-)
    Hugs my dear, Traude
    https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2018/12/u30-bloggeraktion-aus-alt-mach-neu.html

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  34. I love how beautiful and unique all these gifts are! You are so artistic and creative, Ivana!

    Wish you a very happy New Year!!

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  35. Great gift ideas! Your dress is so cute and I love this Peeptoes and your adorable photos!
    xxxxx Nadine

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  36. Happy New year dear. I'm admired of your art. Beautiful and with high taste.

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  37. You have suggested lots of good ideas for presents and they are nice ways to display your work. I have been trying to avoid giving people unnecessary plastic this year for gifts so I would probably avoid any gifts that use plastic that might eventually end up in landfill- it's quite hard actually!!x

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  38. ¡Por supuesto! Además de estos increíbles regalos, pueden ser las gorras.

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