Tinsel Snowflake Set from West Elm
Earlier this week I told you about the simple wintery style I’d fallen in love with this holiday season—a mix of woodsy natural textures, crisp whites, shimmery touches and geometric everything.
Today I’ve got some favorite gift wrapping ideas and embellishments for you to create a warm, wintery, sparkly holiday of your very own.
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Gold Leaf Cup Ornament by Flora Grubb
20 days y’all! C’mere you jolly bearded man. Let’s snuggle.
I just love this time of year, don’t you? The lights are hung, the stores look beautiful, and handmade events are popping-up everywhere. It’s a great time to get out and fall in love with some local makers.
With such a wild year nearly behind us, there’s a simple wintery style we’ve cozied up to this December—seems our favorite stores have too.
It’s a mix of woodsy natural textures, crisp whites, shimmery touches and geometric everything. Have a look at the gifts on Wantist’s page one to see what I mean.
Forest Floor Ornament by Flora Grubb
Falling perfectly into this mix are these wonderful ornaments by Flora Grubb. Made with living succulents and air plants they make truly unique gifts for all friends of little plants.
And with just a bit of care they’ll even continue to thrive long after the holidays have come and gone.
Aren’t they lovely?
Succulent Ornament by Flora Grubb
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Photo by Karen Mordechai of Sunday Suppers
Before we sign off and settle in with our families for some holiday fun, I wanted to share a few last bits of inspiration for this festive season that are making me smile, right this very minute.
There’s been a lot of love for the simplicity of kraft paper around here these last few months and these lovely rustic packages by Sunday Suppers epitomize every ounce of it. A simple mix of paper, pine, and twine. Don’t they make you want to run outside and gather some wintery bits to bring indoors? So cozy.
Photo by Karen Mordechai of Sunday Suppers
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A pair of gloves make a handy gift for a hard-to-shop-for lady, especially around the holiday season. Every gal needs a pair (particularly those in the chillier parts of the Northern Hemisphere). Not every pair is a perfect fit for every woman, so here are eight great options to help you find just the right set to suit the style of the ladies on your list.
These Air Quote Mittens by Kate Spade would be perfect for my friend who can’t get through a sentence without using a quote, pun or cliché (don’t worry, we love her for it). They’re a cheeky take on the classic air quote.
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Wine E-card by Somecards
Hard to believe that the holidays are upon us, but indeed, they are. Rather than winter or holiday season, maybe we should just call it what it really is: party season! Whether it’s a close friend, family member, work colleague, or simply an acquaintance who’s throwing the party, wine is a go-to gift to bring your host. But don’t just bring any old wine, kick it up a notch and gift with a sense of humor. Your cheeky gift will will have all the guests talking, making yours the most memorable and you the life of the party!
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Plaid Fingerless Gloves by Elde
One of the many things I love about handmade marketplaces like Etsy and Cargoh is that they’re filled with talented knitters. My skills fall far on the novice end of the skill spectrum but that doesn’t keep me from admiring, getting inspired by, and wanting to get my hands on their warm, cozy creations, especially this time of year.
Two shops have captured my attention recently and have me wanting to bundle up and run outside to play in the leaves. Here are some favorites—mittens, cowls, scarves, yum! They’re from Seyda’s shop Elde, handmade in Turkey, and Lucky 14, handmade by Beatriz in Vancouver, Canada. Did I mention these make lovely gifts? Of course they do!
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Pies made with the Breville Personal Pie Maker
Ever hear the term “all the rage?” It’s often used to refer to current trending items or topics. Lucky for us, pies are “all the rage” every year. Fall is in full swing, and winter is creeping just around the corner and what better way to ward off those harsh cold nights than with pie? Particularly with the holidays in full swing, pies are more popular than ever this time of year and whether you’re a natural Martha Stewart in the kitchen or deathly afraid of baking, we’ve got you covered!
You’d be hard pressed to find someone with a blanket from Pendleton Woolen Mills who doesn’t cherish its luxurious soft wool, hand-touched quality, and while bundled up around the fire, perhaps even its rich history too.
Styles range from traditional plaids to some favorites of mine, the simply-lined National Parks Series. However the bulk of the collections are inspired by the ancient designs and legends of Native Americans.
A visual style not often on my radar, I was surprised at first with how much I was drawn to this recent Tribute Collection. This series pays homage to the four major mills in addition to Pendleton, that produced these dazzling blankets during the late 1800s and early 1900s. The bold colors and patterns were characteristic of the mills—like the hot pink color common to Racine blankets and the dramatic designs of Capps and Sons.
It’s wonderful to look at these and see how seamlessly such traditional designs could incorporate with the modern world’s love of color and pattern. These are a cuddle-up must-have, best loved shared. Do you have a favorite?
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It’s Super Bowl time again which means Sunday evening parties, wacky commercials, awkward musical half-time shows, and tons of tasty food. Oh yea, and football.
Since the best gift for your host is a delicious addition to the smorgasbord, we thought we’d help you out with recipes from some of our favorite food blogs. Happy eating!
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