Posts tagged holidays

I picked up a rosemary tree this year at Trader Joe’s, and let me tell you - it really is the gift that keeps on giving (even though I got it for myself)!  

If you have a holiday party to go to and need a GREAT (and festive) hostess gift - look no further. Especially if the person loves to cook - this makes a very thoughtful gift because they can use the fragrant herb long after the holidays have passed!

The tree pictured above is from FTD and retails for $34.99 (perfect if you want to send some holiday cheer via mail): http://www.ftd.com/the-night-before-christmas-holiday-tree-prd/p368/

Otherwise, check out trader joe’s or your local grocery store / florist to find one near you!

This is a great gift for the iphone / gadget lover in your life!  

The iCooly handset and sync stand is perfect if you (or someone you know) is constantly on their phone and would enjoy picking up an old school handset.

It charges your phone, and retails for $39.99

http://www.amazon.com/iClooly-Handset-iPhone-Wireless-Headphone/dp/B003TEZAFE

A few weeks ago, I was sick with a cold.  I was laying in bed flipping through the channels when I stumbled upon QVC (my husband would tell the story that I purposely WENT to QVC- but that is not true - I literally stumbled on it).  I am not a big QVC shopper, but I have ordered a few times before.  Fast fwd to 15 mins of them pitching me (and they were talking to ME) on these luxurious throws, and I was SOLD.

The Berkshire Blanket is by FAR the softest and warmest throw I’ve ever owned.  And, the price is RIGHT - $28.24 for TWO - that’s right TWO (insert qvc pitch here)! They are huge: 50x70 - big enough to cuddle up with the one you love, but you don’t have to because you get TWO! They warm you so quickly, it almost feels like an electric blanket.  

This makes a great holiday or anytime gift - I would love to have these scattered all over my home! :)

http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/view.2/app.detail/params.item.H168799.desc.Berkshire-Blanket-Set-of-2-Super-Soft-50x70-Fluffie-Throws.cm_scid.zone

If you’ve ever purchased a Groupon, you know how amazing it feels to get a bargain at a local hot spot, or take 1/2 off at your favorite retailer.  

This is one of those gifts that you might not think to give, or even KNOW that they offer a gift card, but I think it makes a fabulous gift!

Groupon offers gift cards in $15 - $200 denominations.  You can send them via mail or email, and you can even purchase them in-store at Target, Walgreens, CVS, and Sam’s Club.

http://www.groupon.com/giftcards

I love the gift of soap / lotion, and William Sonoma has one of the best soap lines out there. 

Pictured above is the Winter Forest collection - a “woodsy” scent with hints of pine, cedar, thyme and cinnamon.  

WS has many scents to chose from - you can’t go wrong with my personal fave, Meyer Lemon. 

The soaps / lotion sets range in price from $9.95 - $58

I love this gift, because who CAN’T use soap?!  It works for everyone and smells GREAT!

http://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/essential-oils-collection-winter-forest/?pkey=csoaps-lotions-fragrance&cm_src=hero

This is a CLASSIC gift for anyone that loves to cook, or is learning to cook.  

The 75th Anniversary Edition of The Joy of Cooking has an additional 500 recipes, for a total of 4500 recipes!  

This is a “go to” book for many cooks - and it is a great addition to any cookbook collection.  Perfect gift for the holidays, birthdays, and especially makes a great host or hostess gift!

The book retails for around $25:  

http://www.amazon.com/Joy-Cooking-75th-Anniversary-2006/dp/0743246268

Anyone that loves Jewelry will LOVE the Brookstone Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner.  

No chemicals or solutions required - it uses water and soundwave technology to remove dirt and clean your valuables (jewelry, eyeglasses, dvds).

It retails for $49.95:

http://www.brookstone.com/ultrasonic-jewelry-cleaner-dvd-cleaners?bkiid=SearchResults|CategoryProductList|606376p

Sign me UP - I want to jump into this robe RIGHT NOW!!!!  The LL Bean Ultrasoft Fleece Zip Robe will make any woman happy - and if they say it won’t, they’re lying ;)

Who doesn’t love a cozy robe in the dead of Winter?! It comes in three different colors, retails for $59, and also comes in petite sizes!

Check it out at:  http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/56658?feat=2-SR0

These melamine dishes from In This Very Room make a great birthday or holiday gift for the little one in your life.  

They are dishwasher safe, and come in a variety of styles and sets.  This Puppy Plate is $26: http://www.inthisveryroom.com/kids/personalized-kids-dishes/personalized-kids-puppy-plates.html

My son received 2 sets of melamine dishes for his first birthday, and they were one of our favorite gifts! Anything monogrammed is very thoughtful - and who doesn’t want to make meal time more fun!

I really could have used this adorable cheese plate over Thanksgiving!  The Reclaimed Slate Cheese board from Uncommon Goods is perfect for anyone that’s ever put cheese out and then forgotten WHAT kind it is! 

This board comes with a piece of chalk, and is made from reclaimed chalk boards from an elementary school in Quincy,Illinois. 

It is $48: http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/reclaimed-slate-cheese-board