Gifts

May 1st, 2012

Chill Out: Snow Cone Machines

I know it is not officially summer yet, but on some days around here, it feels that way. At warm weather weddings or parties, it is nice to offer guests a way to cool down — a cool drink, cold rolled towels, water misters… and why not snow cones? I know two brides who offered the chilly treats to their guests at their summertime weddings.

Crate & Barrel is now selling an at-home version of a snow cone machine which would be perfect for parties this summer. Adults and kids alike will enjoy the colorful, cool treat.

Waring Snow Cone Machine from Crate & Barrel

April 20th, 2012

Mother’s Day Spa Gift Basket

Mother’s Day will be here before we know it. Start thinking now about the perfect gift for mom. You may want to consider putting together a special Martha Stewart-inspired Spa Basket for her. Include special soaps, a candle, plush towels, a healthy snack… get creative!

Mother's Day spa gift basket by Martha Stewart

February 19th, 2012

Vintage-inspired aprons

I have a drawer full of aprons in my kitchen. None of them, however, are as adorable as these vintage-inspired looks. Turn up the fashion in the kitchen by donning one of these feminine creations.

 

chambray apron from Anthropogie

 

cotton and lace trim apron from Anthropologie

color block apron from Anthropologie

half apron from Sur La Table

toille apron from Sur La Table

Parisian apron from Jessie Steele

December 20th, 2011

DIY Colored Spoons

colored spoons by Creatively Christy

Isn’t this a clever idea? Creatively Christy offers a tutorial on how to make these DIY colored spoons. A mix-and-match color set could be a fun little gift for a family — everyone has their own color! Christy notes that food safe paint is available and should be used.

December 13th, 2011

Best Holiday Gift Guides

Still looking for that perfect gift for that special someone? Check out these helpful holiday gift guides.

GOOP Holiday Gift Guide – Gwyneth Paltrow’s curated website provides a list of ideas for Women, Men, The Home, and Kids

Tasting Table’s Holiday Gift Guide — Tasting Table offers ideas for foodies and culinary buffs

Rachel Zoe’s Holiday Gift Guide – The trendsetter and fashionista offers great ideas for the fashionable friend in your life

Martha Stewart’s Holiday Gift Guide – Martha Stewart editors share gift ideas for Him, Her, Kids, and Stocking Stuffers

Men’s Health Holiday Gift Guide – The magazine offers a long list of ideas for men’s gifts – great for those hard-to-buy-for men!

Happy Gift Giving!

 

 

December 8th, 2011

DIY Holiday Gift Tag Printables

Here is a roundup of free gift tag printables that will dress up your holiday gifts this year!  Click on the pictures below to view websites with links to the templates.  Enjoy!

Typographic Gift Tags by Eat Drink Chic

Holiday Gift Tags by Jones Design Company

Rustic Wood Type Holiday Gift Tags by Ellinee

Holiday Gift Tags by Whisker Graphics

Holiday Gift Tags by PaperSeed

Holiday Gift Tags by Domestifluff

 

Holiday Gift Tags by Paper Crave

December 1st, 2011

Holiday Hostess Gifts

Instead of bringing the standard bottle of wine to holiday parties this year, try some of these unique hostess gift ideas that will surely brighten up the season!

Holiday Spreaders from Williams-Sonoma

Holiday Banner Cookie-Bar Pan by Crate & Barrel

Four Seasons Dishtowel Set by Terrain

Antique Soap Dishes by Pottery Barn

Moroccan Lantern Candle Holder by Paper Source

Vintage Silverware Magnets by Ballard Designs

Wine Thermometer by Sur la Table

Knit Cozy Mugs by Leif - perfect when paired with hot chocolate mix!

November 28th, 2011

Fabric bookmarks

I saw a lovely post on one of my favorite blogs, How About Orange, on how to make fabric bookmarks. I tried it out tonight and made five bookmarks in less than ten minutes. She wasn’t lying when she said it was easy! I used fabric glue instead of rubber cement, but I’d like to try the rubber cement just to compare. This is a great way to use up extra fabric — and I think they would make nice stocking stuffers!