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The Woods “Shelly” Bracelet – at Forty Five Ten
December 20, 2011
Another great gift at Forty Five Ten. This delicate necklace from one of my favorite jewelry lines, The Woods, comes in three different pave diamond charms: a flower, moon, or Hamsa hand (for good luck). It can also be worn as a bracelet. The best part? All proceeds go to The Family Place. $75
Location: Dallas
Festive Animal Shot Glasses
December 16, 2011
Now that I’ve delivered these to most of the recipients I bought them for, I guess it is safe to post one of my favorite finds this season. I love these animal shot glasses, available at Forty Five Ten. So festive and fun, and they stand on their heads too. At first glance you don’t even realize they function as bar ware. $30 each, available in bear, lion, horse, reindeer, and eagle.
Location: Dallas
Lululemon Duffel Gym Bag
December 8, 2011
More gift ideas. (And, yes, more purple.) This one for the girl who likes to work it out. Spacious and stylish. Lululemon Designed For Greatness Duffel, $128.
Art Set For Little Creative Types
December 5, 2011
This is my favorite of all the art sets I’ve seen for the littlest artists on your list. Ages 3 and up. $30 at Garnet Hill.
Sticky Paws at Williams-Sonoma
December 4, 2011
It’s that time of year again. I’m going to start posting the best gift ideas that I’ve seen, experienced, or read about. Maybe I’ll save you some time scouring Amazon or wandering aimlessly through the mall. First, for the sweet tooth, Sticky Paws caramel clusters from Williams-Sonoma. A generous guest brought a box of these to our house recently, and now no one comes through the door without indulging in at least one. Rich caramel over almonds that are then coated in chocolate. So good. Five star rating online and free shipping if you order today. (And the pooch on the packaging makes this also a cute gift for dog lovers.)
Home Inspiration on DesignSponge.com
November 19, 2011
My dream house is a Santa Barbara-style contemporary Mediterranean, so an architect friend forwarded this current post on Design Sponge my way. The scene-stealing rug makes me want to book a trip back to Morocco–my biggest regret from that trip three years ago is that I did not bring back more rugs! Design Sponge is full of all sorts of home inspiration, and I just saw the author’s coffee table book at West Elm. A perfect gift for those who love creative interiors.
My distraction from Legacy Labs
November 8, 2011
Dear Readers,
Here is why I have not posted in a week:
Or at least she is one of the reasons. This perfect pup, a white Labrador, came from Legacy Labs. I’ve already had one friend fall in love and adopt one of her siblings. There are a couple left in this litter if you are ready to meet your new best friend.
Now off to guard the shoes.
C
St. Michael Women’s Exchange – Dallas
October 21, 2011
Forget gift wrapping this holiday season. I just saw the most gorgeous sparkling boxes for about $20 each, already decorated with Christmas trees, jingle bells, snowflakes, etc. They are more beautiful than any wrapping scenario you can think of, plus you can reuse them year after year, or display them as decorations. And speaking of decorating, St. Michael Women’s Exchange in Highland Park Village may turn you into one of those crazy, over-the-top decorating types. I glanced at the Christmas selections. The trees, the ornaments–all gorgeous. And so many great gifts for babies, weddings, and more. Read about how this unique store gives back to the community here.
a look in the window at the glittering boxes
mini Christmas tree with crystals
Location: Dallas
More Portland Collection
October 13, 2011
I cannot get enough of this stuff. Adding this perfect unisex carry-on to my holiday wish list. Pendleton Portland Collection Harding overnight bag.
iPad Notebook Cover
October 11, 2011
Somehow a catalog from King Ranch Saddle Shop ended up in my mailbox, and this leather iPad cover with notebook and pen holder looks like a perfect gift for a corporate/sporty/or rancher dude. $156
