January birthday gifts for girlfriends aren’t always easy to choose.

Like those poor gal pals with December birthdays, the holidays kinda take over and gifts are given so much that it is hard to stand out with great girlfriend gifts all season. I mean, they just got a bunch of presents from friends and family, what more can you give them to show how much your friendship means to you? Right?

So, we thought we’d try to help by sharing these ideas for great gifts to celebrate girlfriend January birthdays. (Also, check out these January girlfriend birthday celebration ideas!)

Argyle Cashmere Scarf

As Clariee said in ‘Steel Magnolias‘: “The only thing that separates us from the animals is our ability to accessorize.” Scarfs are so IN and a wonderful way to accessorize! And, one great girlfriend thing …

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… about giving a scarf, you don’t need to know their clothing size. We LOVE this Cashmere Scarf Blue,cream and Beige argyle diamond print 100% Cashmere scarf 10 X 66 in. Soft and stylish scarf in the latest fashion.

Hey Girlfriend 2009 Calendar

Hey Girlfriend! Mini Desk Calendar: Spend the year in the company of your best gal pals with this lively calendar filled with quotes sure to brighten each and every day! The original tiny flip-top calendar of quotes is an irresistible little treasure, perfect for expressing everything you want to say to friends and loved ones, or simply a way to inspire yourself each day!

Striped Hat and Scarf Set

Striped Hat & Scarf Set – Festive multi-color stripes make our wool cap and scarf set both warm and fun! Hand knit by women graduates of our Bosnia-Herzegovina program, the warmth and color of these wool accessories are ideal to protect loved ones against winter chills. And, not only this a gorgeous accessory set but it also meets eco-friendly and fair labor guidelines. Cool (& warm) girlfriend gift, right?

Girlfriend Gift for Aspiring Author

Novel Writing Software - Is your girlfriend’s New Year’s Resolution (or secret dream) is to write a novel? Help her! This “New Novelist” software will help her write a novel, book or short story on any subject. Developed for use on a PC for every girlfriend who has a novel in her. Help her reach her dream in 2009!

Wool Sweater girlfriend gift

Merino Wool Sweater – Personally I’m only willing to put up with the dark, cold days of winter only because I love to wear gorgeous sweaters like this one. This cozy rib-knit sweater is made from the softest 100% merino wool, hand-dyed with natural, azo-free dyes. Good looking and good for the planet, it’s hand knit by women in Nepal as part of an organization that provides educational and vocational training for impoverished, low caste women, allowing them to make a living wage while also creating beautiful handmade garments. Available in Small, Medium and Large. Choose Green or Pink.

'Follow Your Dreams' Hoodie

‘Follow Your Dreams’ Hoodie - Don’t  you love the warm comfort of a big sweatshirt in winter? Make it even more inviting by also being a reminder of your friendship and support with this ‘Follow Your Dreams’ hoodie sweatshirt.

Books for girlfriends – For book lovers, winter is a wonderful time to sit by a fire or curled up in a warm blanket and just read. So, I asked my Twitter girlfriends for their ideas for girlfriend books and they recommend:

• Any book (and lots of calendars) by Susan Branch
• “Gift from the Sea” by Anne Morrow-Lindberg
• “Anyway: The Paradoxical Commandments: Finding Personal Meaning in a Crazy World” by Kent M. Keith
• Sweet Potato Queens by Jill Conner Browne, recommended by Casey Wohl, the Girls Getaway author! (and podcast guest)
• I also love to give and read anything by Kris Radish, Lorna Landvik, Kate Jacobs, and Debbie Macomber.
• “Eat Pray Love” was also recommended by several Twitter girlfriends and I agree! Great girlfriend book.

Silk Fleece Throw

Silk Fleece Throw – If she lives in a cold climate, she’ll love a luxurious way to stay toasty reading her favorite books! Give her the gift of warmth and comfort with this pure silk woven cozy throw. My girlfriend Barb crocheted me an afghan a few years ago which I LOVE and always think of her when I wrap it around me to stay warm. If you can’t crochet or don’t have time, this silk version would be a wonderful, warm girlfriend gift! As a bonus gift, add a chick flick to watch while snuggled under this gorgeous throw!

Rayon Striped Scarf

Rayon Striped Scarf – My girlfriend Deana gave me a similar scarf a few years ago and I wear it all the time. The colorful stripes seem to pull together an outfit and look jazz up a boring sweater or make a jean jacket or plain turtleneck (my standard winter warm ‘uniform’) look like it has a bit of fashion. So, your favorite friend is sure to love this totally trendy striped scarf. It’s 100 % Rayon and handloomed in India. She’ll love how it looks great with coats, jackets, blazers, shirts, and sweaters – or she can wear it with dresses and suits. And, it makes a great gift for women of all ages – and you don’t need to guess their size or specific fashion sense.

Pedometer

Gorgeous little/big sister Carol

Pedometer – Was her New Year’s Resolution to lose weight? Well, you don’t need a gym membership or expensive personal trainers to lose weight. Actually, with some discipline in your eating and a commitment to walking, she (and you) can reach your weight loss goals. Just ask my sister Carol, who has no gym membership or diet loss program and just walks everyday. She has lost over 50 lbs last year and looks fabulous! A pedometer is a great way to get walking and healthy. This one has a unique dual sensor technology so it can be carried in your pocket or bag and it accurately measures steps, as well as aerobic steps, calories consumed, distance and minutes. And thanks for inspiring me sister! You’ll always be my big sister but now just based on age and love!

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