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2016 Holiday Gift Guide | Girlfriends

2016 Holiday Gift Guide for Girlfriends

Finding that perfect holiday gift for the special women in your life is both fun and challenging.  To make it easier, I’ve rounded up a great selection of items for my 2016 Girlfriends Gift Guide.  All of these items have attributes I think all women possess…style, sass and beauty!

 

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Domino–Your Guide To A Stylish Home–The new Domino Home Decor book is packed with stylish inspiration, design tips and beautiful images.

You Are A Badass–I received this book from one of my favorite design clients and after just a few pages I’m hooked.  This is a must-read for any woman who wants to take life by the horns and soar to new levels.

Fluoro Crispin Drop Earrings–I can’t express enough love for these hot pink drop earrings.  They are adorable and a fun way to add a pop of style and color to an outfit.

Leather Monogram Pouch–The hunt for the perfect coin or lipstick case may be over now that I’ve found this chic monogram pouch with mini tassel.  

Leather Mini City Bag–The color of this handbag stopped me in my tracks. And I love the classic 50’s retro style too!

Paradise 2017 Calendar–Help you girlfriends usher in the new year with this beautiful Rifle Paper Co. calendar.  

Fur Pom Pom Keychain–Fur + Pom Pom…two of my favorite things.  This key chain is stylish and functional and is also a fun bag charm. 

Dalmatian Tray–A great tray for a cocktail bar or to sit on a vanity to hold perfume and jewelry.  

Hello Beautiful MugEvery girl needs a pretty mug that says Hello Beautiful to sip coffee or tea from in the morning.

 

Happy shopping!

Shelly Signature

 

 

Gift Wrap Inspiration: Valentine’s Day Hearts & Arrows

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If I had the time I would find an excuse to wrap gifts everyday.  I just love a beautifully wrapped gift and always want my gift wrapping to be part of the gift giving experience.

With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, I had the perfect opportunity to get creative and wrap gifts for the favorite people in my life.  I decided to keep things simple and use embellishments to add the wow factor to my gifts.

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

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Most of the time when I feature a gift guide, especially a Valentine’s Day Gift Guide, I feature gifts for her and gifts for him.  This time around I’m changing things up and doing a gift guide that features gifts for anyone you love, regardless of their gender.

I thought it was going to be challenging to find gifts to fit this feature but once I started checking out my favorite sites I came up with some pretty awesome gift ideas, several of which I snapped up myself.

Happy shopping!

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A little something sweet is always a good thing for Valentine’s Day and this Assorted Cookie Set is just about as sweet as you can get.  And I love that they come in their own gift box so all the work is done for you.
If there’s a music lover in your life I highly recommend the Soundlink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker.  I was gifted one of these for Christmas and it’s amazing.  The sound quality is fantastic and I love that you can move it from room to room without the hassle of cords and plugs.
If a movie night at home is your favorite way to celebrate Valentine’s Day then these Popcorn Bowls will add as special touch to the evening.  This is another item we own and use all the time.  It just makes eating popcorn more fun.
Because everyday should be a celebration, I think these Acrylic Stemless Champagne Flutes (monogrammed of course) are a perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.  And when the occasion doesn’t call for champagne, I’d use these glasses for beer or mixed drinks.
This chic Wooden Tape Measure is a fun piece to drop in a handbag or stash in the glove compartment of the car.
I love how unique this Bookbinder’s Wood Journal is and think it’s a great gift to take to the office, keep at home or use on the go to jot down notes and ideas.  Think about pairing this with a nice writing pen for the perfect gift set.
Inspire the ones you love with this awesome book, It’s Not How Good You Are, It’s How Good You Want To Be.  This little gem of a book is filled with bits of wisdom and inspirational quotes and makes a great gift for teenagers as well as adults.  While you’re at it, pick up a copy for yourself too!
We all want our loved ones to stay healthy so give them a Fit Bit Charge to make tracking their activity easy and fun. I love mine and it keeps me motivated to get up from the desk and get my 10,000 steps in.
This Moscow Mule Mug is a more stylish version of the traditional mug and is perfect for that morning cup of coffee, afternoon cup of tea or hot cocoa in the evening.  This is another buy one for them, buy one for you gifts.

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Spoil someone with the adorable Fish Candy Bowl filled with their favorite candy treat.
With lots of cold days ahead, I think a Luxury Plush Robe is the perfect way to say ‘I Love You’ for Valentine’s Day.  And, you can’t beat the sale price.
I’m all about a fondue party and with this Cast Iron Fondue Set you can have a party every night.  This is definitely something kids and adults will love.
I’m a soap and lotion fanatic and this Belgian Linen Soap and Lotion Duo is one of the best around. And it’s on sale.
If I didn’t already own a great water bottle, I’d definitely have either one of these S’well Hydration Bottles on my gift list. The shimmer bottle comes in great colors so you won’t lose track of it and the teak wood  and noir zebra bottles are just plain cool.
Yet another way to pamper someone on Valentine’s Day…Hand Salve Gift Set in 4 fabulous scents.

I hope you enjoyed this Valentine’s Day Gift Guide and find something special for the one’s you love.

I’ll have some fun Valentine’s gift wrap ideas for your next week so stay tuned.

Shelly Signature

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers to WOW!

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One of my favorite parts of holiday gift giving is finding unique and fun stocking stuffers to fill Christmas stocking for my family. With only 12 days left before Christmas, I’ve been surfing the web and shopping the aisles to find items that I know will bring a smile on Christmas morning.

Just for you, here’s my round-up of practical, personal, fun and useful stocking stuffers ranging from $4.99 to $49.00!

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FOR HER

Honey Jar  $7.95  ♦  Travel Jewelry Case $19.95   ♦  Monogram Stickers 20/$5.25

Imprinted Pencils 6/$10.50 ♦  Watercolor Garden Agenda Notebook $23.00  ♦ Scented Candle $12.99

Faux Suede Gloves $12.90 ♦ Handbag Organizer $19.99

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FOR HIM

Leather Panel Gloves $14.90 ♦ Roll Up Travel Charger $29.00 ♦ Thermos Insulated Water Bottle (the best ever) $24.99

Buffalo Check Dopp Kit $14.99 ♦ Brass Money Clip $20.00 ♦ Men’s Valet Tray $9.99

iPhone Zoom Lens & TriPod $22.00 ♦ Men’s Grooming Kit $12.99

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FOR ANYONE

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix $14.99 ♦ Sonic Toothbrush (a great travel piece) $11.99

Power Bank Charger $23.99 ♦ Mini Tape Gun $4.99

Self Inking Address Stamp $39.00 ♦ Leather iPhone Case $49.00

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Happy Shopping!

Shelly

Holiday Gift Guide: Fashion Gifts

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Clothing is one of the most gifted items at Christmas but that doesn’t mean you have to gift a basic sweater, a simple pair of gloves or a bundle of basic socks.  Why not gift fashion with ultimate style.  Here’s my His & Her Fashion Gift Guide and every item is $50 or less!

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Plaid and Ponchos are two of the hottest fashion trends this winter and this Plaid Poncho is chic in every way. $38.00
These Stone Drop Hoop Earrings are definitely a one for them, one for me gift items.  Available in 5 stone colors $46.80
This Reversible Faux Leather Tote w/Wristlet may just be the perfect handbag and it’s available in 6 color options. $48.00
Need a great gift under $10 then this Giant Birds Hill Tribe Clutch is a winner!  Only $6.99 and available in a ton of pattern/color options.
Layered or along, with jeans or slacks, this Jacquard Check Pullover Sweater is red-hot. $29.99
I adore this Pearl Snowdrop Keychain and think it would make a beautiful bag charm too!  $48.00
This Faux Fur Hand Warmer is such a chic way to keep your hands warm. $29.00  available in 6 fur colors
Because every girl needs a few statement necklaces in their wardrobe.  This Tribal Inspired Layered Necklace is such a fabulous look at it’s only $13.90.
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Help him keep warm and cozy with this Luxury Plush Robe. $49.00
The perfect gift for all the men in your life Leather iPhone Slip Wallet $39-$42 available in 4 colors
The perfect go with anything Plaid Woven Scarf.  $35.00
You may want to get him one in every colors–1/4 Zip Sweater Vest. $29.70 available in 7 colors
For those times when a baseball hat is just too casual–Flecked Tweed Fedora $35.00
He’ll love this classic Silver Plate Personalized Pocket Watch for years to come. $45.00
Put a little pep in his step with Happy Socks. $12.00 per pair

Happy gifting!

Shelly

Mother’s Day Gift Guide {from my favorite shops}

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Mother’s Day is just around the corner and treating my mom to something special is the least I can do for all the wisdom she has shared with me,  all the support she’s given me, the thousands of hugs she surrounded me with and for all the love she’s shown me each and every day of my life.

When it come to giving you mom a mother’s day gift, there’s not right or wrong as long as it come from the heart and is given with love.  But in case you need a little help finding the perfect gift, I’ve pulled together a Mother’s Day Gift Guide with items from my favorite on-line or brick and mortar stores.

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DIY Valentines Cards (that are actually gifts)

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I don’t send out Valentines cards every year, but this year I decided to get crafty and make a card that’s actually a usable gift.

Because I’m sending these gifts to a few of my special girlfriends, I wanted it to be something that was personal and could be used in different ways.  After coming across a piece of leather I had stashed away I decide to make a keepsake heart charm.

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Gifting 101: A few gifts you should be buying NOW for Christmas

I’ve always tried to stay one step ahead when it comes to holiday gift giving.  I usually take advantage of the after-Christmas sales and pick up a few gift items for the coming year. January is a great month to begin creating a gift list and checking out stores for sales.  Several of my favorite stores have amazing clearance events going on right now and there are some fabulous items to be had.  I’ve rounded up a few of my faves in case you want to get a jump on your 2015 holiday shopping.

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Mark and Graham is one of  my favorite online shops and when it comes to monogrammed accessories, they have some amazing items to choose from.  All of their monogrammed items make great gifts for Christmas or any other gift giving occasion for that matter.

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Gift shopping for men is always a challenge.  This Leather Credit Card Case–($19.99) is a great buy and makes the perfect gift men {and women}.  And if you have someone graduating this year, it’s a great grad gift too.
A classic like this Monogrammed Weekender–($119.99) is a gift that will last a lifetime.
Who wouldn’t love this Leather iPad Envelope–($59.00).  Available in 9 colors.
  I’m all about zippered pouches that I can fill with essentials and throw in a larger handbag–so many uses for an item like this.  Striped Zip Pouches-($34.99-$35.00)

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 If I’m out shopping the day after Christmas, Pottery Barn is one of the stores I always go to.  I love finding holiday ornaments, tabletop items and textiles on sale.  Here are a few items that I think are worth adding to your gift closet.

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How fun is this Globe Ice Bucket–($54.99).  Because it has a chalkboard exterior it can be used for any occasion and when not in use as an ice bucket, I think it would make a pretty cute nut or candy bowl.
Luxury at a great price.  Faux Oversized Mohair Throw ($39.99-$55.00)
These Alphabet Tags-($3.99) are just adorable and their classic design means you can use them now until Christmas.  And don’t forget that tags like them can also be used a napkin rings, wine bottle tags or as holiday ornaments.

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Crate and Barrel is also a store worth shopping after the holidays.  Here are a few decorative items that are definitely worth buying.

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If you’re looking for a unique gift for someone who loves to decorate I highly recommend these Brass Letter Art pieces.  They are a great buy at $9.97 each and are available in letters and numbers.
January is a great month to pick up seasonal candles and these Branch Taper Candles are definitely a stylish steal.  $2.97
Stocking up on wrapping paper after the holidays can save you a lot of money when Christmas rolls around next year. I love the elegant style and color of this Lacy Snowflake Wrapping Paper and love the price even more–$3.58!
When it comes to setting a holiday table, you can never go wrong with classic white dinnerware.  This Nordic Plate ($2.47) is really pretty and has a design that will work from fall through Christmas.

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There are lots of deals to be had right now when shopping the after Christmas sales so start making that list of checking it twice.  Christmas is only 339 days away.

For more gifting ideas, read all about my essentials for a well stocked gift closet here.

Happy Shopping!

Shelly

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