Rex and Regina Blog » gift http://rexandregina.com/blog Tue, 22 May 2012 17:46:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Mother’s Day Spa Gift Basket http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/04/20/mothers-day-spa-gift-basket/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/04/20/mothers-day-spa-gift-basket/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:56:58 +0000 blee25 http://rexandregina.com/blog/?p=6034 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

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DIY Lego Travel Box by Finley & Oliver

This DIY Lego Travel Box idea from Finley & Oliver is brilliant. Heading on a roadtrip with the family? Create a couple of these to provide entertainment along the way.  I think they’d also make a wonderful gift.

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Easter goody bags via Everything Fab

 

I can’t believe Easter is just around the corner. Every year I try to pull together little Easter baskets for my husband and me. This year, I am tempted to make these adorable Easter treats instead. Check out the instructions on Everything Fabulous.

 

]]> http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/03/13/easter-goody-bags/feed/ 0 Vintage-inspired aprons http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/02/19/vintage-inspired-aprons/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/02/19/vintage-inspired-aprons/#comments Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:44:37 +0000 blee25 http://rexandregina.com/blog/?p=5885 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

]]> http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/02/19/vintage-inspired-aprons/feed/ 0 Stay Warm this Winter with Cashmere Hot Water Bottles http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/02/01/stay-warm-this-winter-with-cashmere-hot-water-bottles/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed http://rexandregina.com/blog/2012/02/01/stay-warm-this-winter-with-cashmere-hot-water-bottles/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:18:27 +0000 blee25 http://rexandregina.com/blog/?p=5821 Today is the start of February and despite some unseasonably warm weather here in the DC area, we are in the thick of winter when toes get cold and its easy to get chilled to the bone. Combat the chills with these luxurious, cashmere hot water bottles. The one from Orvis comes with matching sleeping socks and Jonathan Adler’s version showcases a peace sign.

Orvis hot water bottle

Jonathan Adler's cashmere hot water bottle

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J-O-Y cookies via $5 Dinners

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the best. Alphabet cookie cutters + sugar cookie dough + tissue paper + cute box = JOYful gift!

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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.

]]> http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/12/20/diy-colored-spoons/feed/ 1 DIY Holiday Gift Tag Printables http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/12/08/diy-holiday-gift-tag-printables/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/12/08/diy-holiday-gift-tag-printables/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:49:35 +0000 blee25 http://rexandregina.com/blog/?p=5645 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

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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!

]]> http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/12/01/holiday-hostess-gifts/feed/ 0 Creative Holiday Gift Packaging Ideas http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/11/29/creative-holiday-gift-packaging-ideas/#utm_source=feed&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feed http://rexandregina.com/blog/2011/11/29/creative-holiday-gift-packaging-ideas/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:14:04 +0000 blee25 http://rexandregina.com/blog/?p=5572 Want to add some festive flair to your holiday gifts this year?  Here are some creative packaging ideas from Martha Stewart that promise to do just that!

For packaging holiday cookies and other baked goods, try making these easy envelopes and tins using the clip-art templates provided (click pictures below to open links).

Cookie Envelopes

Cookie Envelopes

Doily Tins

Recycle last year’s holiday cards by transforming them into colorful gift box toppers.

Cheerful Gift Boxes

Instead of ribbon, try embellishing gifts with decorative tape made from traditional Japanese washi paper that comes in a variety of fun graphic designs.  Tape can be purchased online from happytape.

Decorative Holiday Tape

Personalize gift cards with these fabric-covered envelopes and onament-shaped holders.

Gift Card Holders

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