Monday, November 21, 2016
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE FOR THE HOSTESS
It's that time ladies! Gift Guide Week! I've been busy searching for the perfect gifts for everyone and having so much fun with it. Since a lot of people will be hosting the holidays in the next couple weeks I'm kicking off the week with the hostess gift ideas. I've included some this year that are also great home decor items and I'll share how to make them a great hostess gift as well because who doesn't love something they can use year after year.
I either own some of these items or have them on my list to get as hostess gifts and decor for my home this year. I'll include links below so you can shop these items and have them delivered right to your door! So what are we waiting for? Let's get this started!
1. Target knocks it out of the park every year with their holiday decor and these little copper glass houses are one of my favorites. I grabbed a couple to add to our Thanksgiving table this year and they can carry over into holiday decor. Put your favorite candle in it and a ribbon wrapped around for a cute little hostess gift.
2. There is just something about magnolia wreaths and garland at the holidays that make everything look so elegant. Terrain makes beautiful live wreaths that you can have delivered to your home. Or if you're lucky enough to live near a Terrain store I suggest you check it out because it's one of the most amazing places I've been to. This is an unexpected hostess gift but one that I think would be greatly appreciated. I know I would love it!
3. Another great Target item are these brass bells which come in a set of 1 or 3. Add a cute hang tag and a red plaid ribbon for the hostess. I've seen them added to a wreath here and it looked beautiful.
4. I have a similar set of metal reindeer like these from a couple of years ago that I still love year after year. They move around my house from table decor to the mantle. You'll never know where they end up. Our elf likes to ride on them too! Add a cute little ribbon to their neck and give as a set.
5. I saw these trays in Target the other day and thought they were so cute. Add some homemade cookies or some cute mugs with hot chocolate to take along as a hostess gift. And they're only 9.99!!
6. Plaid Pendelton blankets are amazing! The hard part will be choosing which pattern to pick. Add a monogram for an extra special touch.
7. I spotted these cute little plates at ModCloth and thought they would make the cutest hostess gift. They have a couple different designs to choose from too.
8. Hands down probably one of my favorite hostess gifts to give is these embroidered cocktail napkins. They come in a set of 4 and you can choose from a couple clever designs. If you live locally Trellis Home in Hingham carries them in their shop. If not you can find them here too
10. I absolutely love these gold hammered stemless wine glasses. They're on sale right now at World Market but you can sometimes score them at Homegoods too. Add 4 of them to a cute Sugar Paper box from Target and wrap a pretty ribbon around the box (gift wrapping ideas coming next week)
11. This marble and brass cheese knife set is the perfect little hostess gift. Pair with some of your favorite cheeses if you're bringing an appetizer.
12. I discovered this candle company on Instagram and really enjoyed looking at the pictures of how they make these soy candles. From their site: Candles are poured in batches of 9 or 10. Each candle, from wicking to wax melting to pouring and wick-cutting, is created with the utmost care and precision. Known for their fresh, calming botanical fragrances and vintage inspired packaging, these candles can be found sitting on the chicest of coffee tables, nightstands, and mantles all over the world.
13. And the hostess always needs ice to keep the cocktails cold!
Another favorite gift idea are these BOX fox boxes. Ideas for everyone on your list including cute hostess gift ideas like this EAT // SWEET one
Another favorite gift idea are these BOX fox boxes. Ideas for everyone on your list including cute hostess gift ideas like this EAT // SWEET one
I hope yo enjoyed these gift ideas and I can't wait to share the rest with you this week.
Thursday, November 17, 2016
CREATE A BEAUTIFUL THANKSGIVING TABLE
Honestly how is Thanksgiving next week already? Even the kids said that November is flying by this year. I used to think I needed a month between Nov and Dec but now I think I need a month between Oct and Nov. I love Thanksgiving because it's all about gathering together and enjoying good food. No gifts, no added chaos, just added hours at the gym.
As I'm thinking up ideas for my Thanksgiving tablescape this year I found some beautiful inspiration ideas out there to help you create a beautiful setting for your table this year.
I love the black flatware paired with a more casual placemat and simple dish ware in StudioMcGees Thanksgiving setting
I absolutely love green / white pumpkins and magnolia leaves. There's just something about them that grabs my attention every time I see them. So there's no doubt I loved Miss Mustard Seeds use of them on her table.
Anything with gold in it I'm naturally drawn to and love the painted pumpkins with fresh flowers GigglesGalore used. And how cute are these napkins all wrapped up like a little gift?! Check out her blog for some even more place card ideas and some free printables as well.
With the use of neutrals in the dinnerware and linens it really makes the focus of this table the simple colorful center pieces and I love the rose gold stripes on the little sugar pumpkins from Homey oh my.
I love bringing the outside inside to create beautiful spaces and there's nothing better then using free stuff from your backyard and glamming it up with a little gold spray paint. This chalkboard sign is pretty cool too!
Over at Apartment34 they incorporated food into their centerpiece which is what it's all about at Thanksgiving! The eggplant napkins pull it all together. I took some ideas from this to create mine last year and it was so easy.
I wish I had these same plates and silverware for our Thanksgiving table that Carrie over at makinglemonade used for her table setting.
How fun are all these place card ideas? I usually have the kids help out with this part.
More ideas for your tables:
Layer colorful vases and candles in the center. Add pops of color with bright flowers and brightly colored fruit like oranges and pomegranates and tie the look together with coordinating table linens.
Reuse the pumpkins sitting around from Halloween for your centerpiece and build around that. Add some natural elements from outside as fillers with a couple of tealights. Simple linens (I'm obsessed with these from Serena & Lily) and gold silverware to add some warmth.
I'm loving the birch look and these are actually candleholders. Line them on the table with some pine cones. The kids will love searching for them and saying they helped decorate. I like these natural placemats with the gingham napkin. Tie some twine around them and you're good to go.
Friday, November 11, 2016
Friday Finds: Monogrammed Favs
I'm convinced everything is better with a monogram (may have gotten this from my mom). I used to monogram EVERYTHING! From my sons polo shirts, to his bibs, gifts, towels and bags. If it had a spot for it there was usually a monogram.
I've rounded up a couple favorite monogrammed items I've been eyeing up for myself and for gifts. Instagram leads you to so many new shops you never knew existed and I've included some of those in this roundup.
2. iphone case
4. notepad
6. Wooden Tray
Wednesday, November 9, 2016
FAMILY PHOTOS....WHAT TO WEAR
Every year I drive myself crazy trying to find coordinating family outfit ideas for family pictures. Please tell me there are others out there who do the same? I search pinterest, stores and instagram for inspiration for the boys and something for mom and dad that all coordinate. My suggestion when deciding what to wear for family photos is to consider your location. If you're doing outdoor fall photos you can go for the warm jeweled tone colors, navy, cream cable knit sweaters, jeans, plaid shirts and boots. I also love a layered look for outdoor pictures. Having your pictures taken in the city think about going for a dressier look or a trendy fun look adding some unexpected things like crazy hats or socks. So to help you out I've pulled together a couple looks for the whole family. I have 2 boys so I try to coordinate them but I included a girls look as well for those who have girls.
(you can shop the looks at the bottom)
DRESSED UP LOOK
I've always wanted to do this look in my favorite part of the city.
FUN COLORFUL LOOK
pick things that fit your child's personality
NAVY GRAY CAMEL LOOK
Mix earthtones and textures for a layered look
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