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Stay Warm this Winter with Cashmere Hot Water Bottles

blee25 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:18:27 +0000

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

Give the gift of J-O-Y

blee25 — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:15:16 +0000

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!

DIY Colored Spoons

blee25 — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 20:44:25 +0000

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.

DIY Holiday Gift Tag Printables

blee25 — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:49:35 +0000

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

Holiday Hostess Gifts

blee25 — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 18:18:25 +0000

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!

Creative Holiday Gift Packaging Ideas

blee25 — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:14:04 +0000

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

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

Fabric bookmarks

blee25 — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 01:17:55 +0000

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!

Tea Forte cocktail infusions

blee25 — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 14:12:27 +0000

Tea Forte, well-known for its delicious assortment of tea flavors, is now branching out into the world of mixology. They offer several different infusion flavors that quickly turn a regular cocktail into something fresh and creative. Simply pour alcohol over the infuser, wait for it to steep, and get ready for a delicious beverage.

Their Mixology Set, with two infusion chambers, eight infusers, and a recipe booklet would make a great holiday gift.

Advent Calendar

blee25 — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 17:55:32 +0000

I am not usually a fan of seeing holiday decor before Halloween, but sometimes it makes sense to do a little advance planning for the holiday season. For instance, it takes time to order things like this fabulous advent calendar from Land of Nod. The fabric calendar is so fun and festive and is a great way to count down the days until Christmas. You could have a lot of fun stuffing the pockets with some really clever surprises. Kids will love it — and grown up kids alike!

Advent calendar from Land of Nod

Stylish Groomsman Gift

blee25 — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:18:06 +0000

Grooms, are you looking for a special gift to get your groomsmen? If you want to splurge, a monogrammed Montblanc pen could be the perfect thing. Handsome, practical, and personalized — all make it a special gift idea. There are several different ways you can have the pen monogrammed, including a selection of different fonts. My favorite is initials on the clip of the pen.