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Gift Guide: For the hostess with the mostess

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Yippee! The holiday season is officially right around the corner. Which means wonderful gatherings of family and friends. I can not wait. I thought I would start the gift guide series off with ideas for the hostess with the mostess. Hopefully something catches your eye to bring to your next gathering! 

  1. Can’t go wrong with a classic Christmas candle. This one is simple and elegant and will work for any party you attend.
  2. Ok, these reindeer nose candies from Sugarfina are just plain darling. Perfect for little ones (or big ones).
  3. A special wine or bubbly is always an easy go to, but how about dress it up with a festive wine bag? Love this one from Minted.
  4. A simple star catch all for all her pretty little things. Love this.
  5. For the chef, truffle salt is always a really special and appreciated gift.
  6. Every year Williams Sonoma comes out with a line of decorated spatulas. This year they even have ones designed by children at St Jude’s hospital. 25% of the proceeds go right back to the hospital. What better gift to give.
  7. Fell in love with these beautifully painted mason jars. How pretty would they look with a little poinsettia? 
  8. And for the cheese lover, which is pretty much everyone am I right? These floral printed cheese knives could not be more cute. Tie it up with a gold ribbon and you are good to go! 

Ho ho ho – happy partying!
C

Father’s Day Gift Guide

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Father’s Day is right around the corner! (June 18th incase you need a reminder). Always a wonderful time to celebrate the wonderful men in our lives. Need a gift idea or two? Luckily I have a few….

  1. Gave out this Vineyard Vines belt to all the Dad’s in my life last year. Major hit.
  2. Bourbon gummy bears. Totally manly.
  3. Let’s just state the obvious.
  4. The best shaving cream around. (I totally steal for myself!)
  5. To give the crazed Dad in your life a good chuckle.
  6. Have you heard of this brand? Pricey, but apparently they make the. best. underwear and undershirts for men. Hey, you get what you pay for. Couldn’t hurt to try it out. (And psst – ALFS readers get 20% off with TJSUMMER20)
  7. For the grill master, a variety of spices and rubs for all that meat.
  8. The best golf balls with the BEST team logo.

Happy shopping!
C

Teacher gift guide

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Can you believe the end of the school year is almost here? It’s time to recognize and celebrate the lovely teachers in your little ones life. Be sure to remember the extras too….the aid, the speech therapist, etc. So many people work so hard to get your kid from one grade to the next. I’ve put together a gift guide just for teachers, should you be interested in gifting a little something. 

  1. Love these golden rulers. So cute with a note that says ‘thanks for making me grow.’
  2. Who doesn’t want a happy stripe pen? I can’t think of anyone.
  3. Paired with the happy striped pen and all wrapped up with a big bow, how cute this duo is together.
  4. Alex and Ani is such a great brand and this golden apple couldn’t be more spot on.
  5. Love giving teachers gift cards for manicure or pedicure. This fresh summer color would be perfect to go with.
  6. Ah this coffee mug! So so cute. I ordered five for my boys to gift out.
  7. Love the gold. Love the apple. Love the little slip to slide in a hand drawn note.
  8. With notes of pineapple and coconut, what a lovely way to send your teacher into summer vacay!

And that’s a wrap. Happy shopping!
C

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Oh I get so excited for Mother’s Day. Brunch, the boys actually all dressed up, picking out a fun card and gift for my own mother, and obviously….no Mother’s Day would be complete without a baseball game. Ha. Fine with me, very little makes me happier than B in his element. If you’re on the hunt for a special gift for your own mom, I’ve put together a few ideas for you. And hint hint, it doesn’t hurt to forward this on to the husband…

  1. These tropical pineapple toucan pajamas are EVERYTHING. Completely on my list. 
  2. Have you seen these necklaces? So so in right now. The cryptic messages vary but the one pictured above reads ‘Mom.’
  3. This is, hands down, one of the best things I have smelled. Ever. Such a luxurious treat!
  4. A reminder for any mom of any age.
  5. Ha. Amen.
  6. For the mom that is always working out…or not.
  7. With hints of coconut and pineapple, this scent screams summer.
  8. What’s better than homemade breakfast in bread? Homemade breakfast in bread that is served with this ‘I love you‘ vase and a fresh flower. 

Happy shopping!
C

Gift guide: for the sister that makes you laugh out loud with her texts.

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I can’t believe we are in mid December and that this is my last gift guide for the season! I have so much fun putting these together and hope you have enjoyed them. In case you missed any, you can catch up right here. Lots of fun ideas for so many people in your life! Well let’s end on a bang, shall we? This weeks gift guide if for that darling sister in your life. Or best friend, or mom…this line is pretty versatile. Let’s do this! 

  1. Add to her alex + ani collection with this lovely sister one. So meaningful!
  2. An actual real grown up luxurious scarf brightens any wardrobe.
  3. Perfect to hydrate her winter skin, this whipped mud mask looks to be utterly divine and something she’d never buy herself.
  4. The ultimate tote bag. Classic and timeless, the one is with her for life. Bonus if you throw her initials on there.
  5. For the sister who is trying to make a home for herself, this darling vase adds a touch of girliness to any shelf.
  6. I am obsessed, obsessed, with this scent and I think anyone you gift this to will be as well.
  7. For the sister that still insists on living all the way downtown……
  8. A pink confetti glitter frame? My goodness is this cute and you know you have the perfect photo for it.

That’s a wrap! Hope you found something to help finish up your holiday shopping. Ho ho ho!
C

 

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