Hi there! Hope you are doing well. Are you like me and getting really busy with the holiday frenzy? Ready for another collection of fabulous holiday gift ideas from my super chic blogging friends? Well here's another superb roundup of awesome gift ideas. I have to say I have gotten so many wonderful ideas. For the first time in years, I am feeling my stress 0' meter go down.....not up!
Let's face it...the holidays are plenty stressful enough without the added pressure of gift giving pressure. I love all these ideas, so many unique ones, and something for everyone. Thank you ladies for your fabulous ideas! So let's get started, ladies take it away...........
Vicki from French Essence says.....
Holiday Gift Ideas from French Essence…
Choosing gifts is such a pleasure… thinking of ideas, sourcing them and then
finding that perfect match. That is the best part… knowing that your gift is going
to please your special person. I love watching the un-wrapping… the guessing as
the parcel is prodded and poked… It’s all part of the art of giving…
finding that perfect match. That is the best part… knowing that your gift is going
to please your special person. I love watching the un-wrapping… the guessing as
the parcel is prodded and poked… It’s all part of the art of giving…
I don’t believe that some are ‘impossible’ to buy for or that others ‘have
everything’… the art of giving means not being defeated, sometimes thinking
outside of the box or oftentimes just keeping it simple.
When I think of a special gift, I think about what I would love to receive, an
indulgence that I might not buy for myself… something that would make me
smile and make me feel spoilt… a Cire Trudon candle is perfect. My preferred
scent is Odalisque… a blend of orange blossom, lemon and vanilla. I like a gift to
be long lasting and to evoke memories… this is a scent that does just that.
My other most loved gifts are books… nothing makes me happier… and I always
want to give as I would like to receive…
‘The Best of Flair’ is an exquisite piece and one that is the perfect addition to
any library… it is beautifully illustrated and has many of the features that made
the 1950’s magazines of the same name so popular. This is a collector’s item, an
intriguing and fascinating book that enchants on every page.
Carolyn and Cynthia of the Buzz Blog says....
Here are our two favorite gift items this holiday season from our e-commerce site www.DianeJamesHome.com.
Our mother raised us with a tradition of never arriving empty-handed to holiday parties and that’s one of the reasons why we added a range of beautiful botanically inspired gifts to our collection of faux florals on Diane James Home. It was hard to pick two of our favorite holiday hostess gifts but given that we’ve just introduced our new Winter scent candle made by Seda France, we had to include it! And why not pair it with a lovely set of French-milled soaps, presented in a festive red box ready for gift giving (or re-gifting, if need be.) Both gifts are sure to please!
Our Winter Candle (brand new for this holiday season and made by Seda France) -
Momento Soap Set - http://www.dianejameshome.com/
Mary Ann of Classic Casual Home says......
Hi Tina, Here are a couple of gift ideas that I will be giving this Christmas...
These are only $18.95 for two pads of 100 sheets. So thoughtful with the name or monogram personalization...and you can create the look from lots of images. Here are some logos that I have used for friends (and even for myself).
This Heart Key Chain would be perfect to give my girlfriends so they will know I care about them every time they use it.
Thanks, Tina!
Desiree of Chic Coastal Living says......
My first gift choice this holiday season is this navy pom pom throw from Serena and Lily. I recently partnered with Serena and Lily and received this gorgeous substantial throw from them and all I can say is everyone needs one! I am looking forward to sitting by a fireplace wrapped up in this ultra cozy high designer throw while sipping a delicious latte. Serena and Lily states on their website...that this throw is an understated design element. I totally agree!
My second gift choice this holiday season is that adorable iPad Mini. This great little device is every inch the iPad has everything that you love about it! Including a beautiful screen, fast fluid performance, and thousands of amazing apps to enjoy. You can choose to have cellular service on it and different capacities. The best part is that it can fit in one hand!
I love to give themed gifts. For some reason it helps me narrow down my choices. In the past I have chosen a monogrammed theme for gifts.
I try to get the beautiful towels that are on Neiman Marcus’s pink sale every year….
Kathysue from Good life of Design says.....
I love to give themed gifts. For some reason it helps me narrow down my choices. In the past I have chosen a monogrammed theme for gifts.
I try to get the beautiful towels that are on Neiman Marcus’s pink sale every year….
You will get two sets of three pieces for $58, this is a real bargain. Plus, you can have them monogrammed.
I have personally purchased these towels as gifts, and for my own personal use. Many of my friends have done the same!
If you like the option of a colored towel, and a colored monogram these are the towels for you. Only $12 for a bath towel.
I usually purchase the white with a sand monogram for myself, but have purchased other colors for gifts.
Gift #2
The next theme gift I love to give is dinner related! I love to purchase nice plain white serving pieces from Crate and Barrel just go HERE!…….
I add this fun gift to the serving pieces. It is called Destination Dinners. You can go to their website by clicking on their name below the image…..
You can choose a dinner kit from any of the following destinations for $30:
I round it all out with monogrammed napkins from Pottery barn…..These are just a couple of themed gifts you can give. I bet if you think about it from this point of view you will come up with your own ideas!!
Happy Gift Giving,
Kathysue
Michele of Hello Lovely Inc. says.....
Thanks for including me, Tina!
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My favorite gifts to give and receive are
handmade or vintage in nature because
they are usually one of a kind and extra special.
original abstracts on canvas
Naturally, two choices from my hello lovely etsy shop
include affordable original paintings by me
(a perfect size for a gallery wall)
and assorted vintage European bottles
which are fabulous on their own,
as a styling prop, or vase.
(They may even work for holiday decorating!)
hello lovely inc.
Luciane of Home Bunch says.....
Happy Holiday shopping, everyone!
Pick #1:
I have three small children and I'm always trying to make our home feels like a home for every and each member of our family. I like my kids to feel welcomed in every room, but I like to dedicate certain places exclusively to them. I think it's really important for our kids to have a place where they feel completely free to create, play and learn.
When I saw these children plates I immediately thought how neat would be to have them hung in a playroom. These alphabet plates are adorable and I'm sure any kid would enjoy seeing them!
Aren't they cute? The set for a mug and plate costs $26.00 and you can find them here.
Pick #2:
Maybe this Christmas we should do more than opening our wallets, maybe instead, we should open our eyes to see what the person next to one need.
We all get incredibly busy at this time of the year, we all try to send cards to all of friends and family and we're running from store to store with a huge list on hands, but is it all we can do? Is it all we can give? Perhaps, we can do more, perhaps we should do better.
What about actually being the gift for someone this Christmas? Look around, you can help in so many ways and that's a gift! Visit a neighbor you know could use of some help with the kids, or an elder person who needs help. You can do simple things, such as wrapping gifts or cooking some meals for the Holidays.
Offer help, be there and put a smile on someone's face.
The best gifts in life are usually priceless and comes from the heart, instead of a shelf.
Happy Holidays!
Luciane
Elizabeth of Pretty Pink Tulips says.....
I am always on the look out, year round, for special items that would make a fabulous gift, so I was thrilled that Tina invited me to share a couple of picks with her lovely readers. I love to give things that will be savored, enjoyed and used. Personalized items are always a favorite of mine, but that doesn't necessarily mean a monogram. My first holiday gift pick is the exquisite new book, Flowers, by Carolyne Roehm.
The book was a true labor of love, as Carolyne created all of the floral arrangements and photographed them herself. If you know someone how lives for their garden, a gorgeous flower arrangement or just loves a fabulous coffee table book...this is the one for the season! The most cost effective way to purchase her book is via amazon.com, but you can also visit her website, www.carolyneroehm.com to have her personalize the book for your recipient.
My next gift pick is something I have and use on a daily basis. The Russell + Hazel Tassel Key Chain is just a fun thing to give and receive. The personalization comes in choosing the perfect color. Mine is white and is easy to find in the bottom of my handbags. Available at zhush.com
Whatever you choose to give, remember the presentation is part of the gift!
xoxo Elizabeth
Thanks ladies! This is like the gift giving jackpot. So many unique ideas, this is the beauty of having such talented blogging friends......wonderful ideas are always being generated and of course the perk is getting to share them with you all. I am for once excited about my gift giving...how about you? Thanks again ladies and thank you everyone for stopping in....ho ho ho!
Thanks ladies! This is like the gift giving jackpot. So many unique ideas, this is the beauty of having such talented blogging friends......wonderful ideas are always being generated and of course the perk is getting to share them with you all. I am for once excited about my gift giving...how about you? Thanks again ladies and thank you everyone for stopping in....ho ho ho!
