gift guide: the socialite

for the girl that never misses a party, always knows the best restaurants, and makes us all look under dressed.

help her keep track of her busy schedule. i have long admired these monthly planners (different color for each month). these would fit perfectly in everything from a clutch to an oversized bag.



just in case there's a little gem they've missed. perfect stocking stuffer.



{zagat guide}

give them the gift of art. a year's membership to their favorite museum.



keep her hands camera-ready with opi nail polish (currently buy one get one half off here!)



bring beverly hills to her with the famed sprinkles cupcake mix, perfect to have on hand for her next soiree.



where there are parties there are sparkles. these are preeeettttttyyyyyy.



{avant garde splender}



{i'm loving jcrew}



{vera wang}


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gift guide: the homebody

for the creature of comfort (who meeee?) who would rather stay home than deal with the hustle bustle. give in to their pajama clad whims...

i think these socks are the perfect coziness for cold, winter nights. they're tops in my book.



flannel sheets are delicious. i really enjoy this coffee ticking stripe set from l.l. bean. i think sheets are a lovely gift. very romantic. oh wait that's satin sheets.



while i'm at it. let's talk pillows. want.one.right.now. new pillows can be taken up a notch, gift soft fluffy wonderful ones. every night they'll think of you...



{country living}

favorite tv shows on dvd are a sure fire hit. how i met your mother marathon? sign me up!



inspire a delicious night in with the pioneer woman's cookbook. kate and i were going to go the signing tonight, but feared the crowds. apparently 250+ people showed up. WOW.



perfect for curling up with a hot tea or starting their day off on a high note with a large cup of joe.







for their keys and then some.



today i felt grateful. so grateful. thanks for reading.

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gift guide: the cook

for the chef in your life, although you may end up benefitting from some of these. hey, call them investments!

a great stocking stuffer. julie and julia comes out on dvd next week! great for people like me who can't ever seem to make it to the theater.



this one's on the top of my list this year. would love a old-fashioned color. they're so beautiful and you'll use it over and over again.



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salt is all the rage. a true foodie will appreciate and love this sea salt shaver from microplane (the graters and zesters are also great stocking stuffers!)



splurge on gourmet chocolate from the lovely cacao.



love bar. need i say more.

for grilling indoors and fantastic paninis. grills pans are the perfect grill alternative when it's too chilly.



for the food network lover, this subscription is sure to please. i admit i am an addict. support print!



what's better than nigella? love her! two of my favorite things combine: food and Christmas!



love these prints from kilroy and maw. they also have a cheese print. i bought all three that are featured. you can see them in our home here.



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gift guide: crafty

even people who wouldn't classify themselves as "crafty" will love a thing or two on this list. i mean, who doesn't love a good afternoon of creating? ok, maybe some people would prefer sleeping, i've just gotten used to having less of that.

if she loves to sew then she's most likely heard of this lady and would love some of her flannel fabric. perfect for making little clothes, or quilts, or anything really.



{folksy flannel}

the gift that keeps on giving, enroll her in style school. for $60 you will sign her up for all of this.



she would surely treasure this handmade wreath with vintage ornaments.



{tinsel wreath}

a must-have.



{encyclopedia of crafts}

a myriad of fun supplies would be so inspiring. pom-poms, colored pencils, embellishments, fabric scraps, etc.



{pom-poms}

help me add to these lists...if you have something you would want or a suggestion feel free to leave me a comment and i'll post it!

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gift guide: new mom

Hope you all had a very happy Thanksgiving! I'm going to do a series of gift guides to help save you much needed time and worry. Whether you are snooping to get ideas for the new mother in your life or you are a new mother, here are some gifties sure to please!

With a new baby in the house, it's a wonder you can still remember your name, much less the date! For the Spanish lover, help keep everyone on track with this magnetic perpetual calendar. Not only do you never have to buy another calendar again, but there are other fun magnets to play with...scissors to remember your hair appointment, stethoscope for doctor appointments.

{$15}

This pad was a total lifesaver for us and would be a great stocking stuffer! I love how it reminds you to bring your brain...

{$7.50}

Every new mom needs some pampering. Love this rosemary and pine needled scented O'Tannenbaum artisan soap from loveyourmama.com.

{$9}

One of Oprah's favorite things, as well as yours truly. I love my Kashwere robe, it feels just like cashmere, yet it's washable! The ultimate gift in my opinion. Matilda loves snuggling with me when I have it on.

{$135}

Start a charm necklace complete with baby's first initial. Love the simplicity of this one.



{$38}