It has always been super easy for me to shop for close friends, to me the closer you are the easier it is
Take this for an example, I spend my entire days chatting with my best friend on gmail chat, this is the perfect chance to keep a mental (and typed thanks to Gmail) log of a BBF's wants/needs/wishes
In case you don't have this opportunity like I do do have lunch or chat sessions with your closest gal pals and dudes, then this is a little FYI on good gifts for them for the holidays:
For the new homeowners or renters
They come in all shapes and sizes and are a perfect catch all for the front door or office or for a coffee table, I just love the acrylic white!
$24.00 - $69.00
From West Elm - HERE
For the Wine Club folks, you have to have a Vinturi
$39.99
Available at Cost Plus - HERE
I know every couple years I have to replace my key chains/fob's and know I love getting new ones
These are some fun affordable options for anyone
With Smather's and Branson (lab key fob below) you can choose from a ton of options, pets, flags, whales and flowers
Clockwise:
Factory Tassel Key Chain by J.Crew Outlet- HERE
Heart Key by C. Wonder - HERE
Wristlet Key Fob Chain in Aviary at Etsy - HERE
Retriever Needlepoint Key Chain by Smathers and Branson - HERE
I know every couple years I have to replace my key chains/fob's and know I love getting new ones
These are some fun affordable options for anyone
With Smather's and Branson (lab key fob below) you can choose from a ton of options, pets, flags, whales and flowers
Factory Tassel Key Chain by J.Crew Outlet- HERE
Heart Key by C. Wonder - HERE
Wristlet Key Fob Chain in Aviary at Etsy - HERE
Retriever Needlepoint Key Chain by Smathers and Branson - HERE
For the music enthusiast this funky uke would be too fun
$29.95
For the baker or serious homemaker, everyone should have a Madeleine Pan!
Pair this with a cute note card with your favorite Madeline recipe (or mine below;)
$6.99
Available - HERE
Perfect Madeleine's:
1. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter and let cool on side
2. Beat 2 eggs and a dash of salt on high until it peaks (turns a buttery yellow and is nice and fluffy)
3. Continue beating and add 1/3 cup of sugar but at 2 tbsp at a time to mixture for 20 minutes
4. Fold in 2 cups of flour but at 2 tbsp at a time
5. Fold in butter
6. Fold in shredded lemon (as much as you want, I think 1/2 lemon peel is great)
7. Fill Madeleine pans 3/4 full
8. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes
A custom stamper from Paper Source is a great gift idea for anyone
Who deosn't love handwritten correspondece
You just purchase the stamper and they get in contact with Paper Source for the customization
$39.99
Available at Paper Source - HERE
For the apartment dwelling stylish friend, nothing is better than getting them some fun accents to brighten up their space, just be sure to get their colours right!
$27.99
For the jet setter
A travel scale to keep those extra add on costs
I know my parents are infamous for bringing an additional bag to bring home gifts in
Available at Paper-Source - HERE
And maybe a fun and bright passport case to flaunt?
Available at J.Crew - HERE
1. Melt 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter and let cool on side
2. Beat 2 eggs and a dash of salt on high until it peaks (turns a buttery yellow and is nice and fluffy)
3. Continue beating and add 1/3 cup of sugar but at 2 tbsp at a time to mixture for 20 minutes
4. Fold in 2 cups of flour but at 2 tbsp at a time
5. Fold in butter
6. Fold in shredded lemon (as much as you want, I think 1/2 lemon peel is great)
7. Fill Madeleine pans 3/4 full
8. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes
A custom stamper from Paper Source is a great gift idea for anyone
Who deosn't love handwritten correspondece
You just purchase the stamper and they get in contact with Paper Source for the customization
$39.99
For the apartment dwelling stylish friend, nothing is better than getting them some fun accents to brighten up their space, just be sure to get their colours right!
$27.99
Available - HERE
Or a cozy monogrammed throw?
$45.00
Available - HERE
A travel scale to keep those extra add on costs
I know my parents are infamous for bringing an additional bag to bring home gifts in
And maybe a fun and bright passport case to flaunt?
What also helps, is to think about something you or they really want, but just wouldn't a.) think to buy, or b.) a frivolous item where cost was a factor
I also think of colour! What fun way can you bring a pop of colour into someones life!
I hope your holidays season is merry and bright, and I promise this will be the last of my holiday posts until after Thanksgiving!
In the meantime, how are y'all doing out there?
It's cold here (finally) and I got to wear my poncho today, it's the small things!
xo,
Tori
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