Holiday Gift Guide 2015: The Hostess

Can you believe it? We're practically halfway through November. Thanksgiving is around the corner and Christmas will be here before we know it!

I like to start my holiday shopping early. As I've gotten older, I've realized I do not like crowds of people -- so for my own personal sanity, I should avoid malls for the rest of the year! Ha ha!

Kir and I will be bringing you 25 days of gift guides to get your creative, gift giving juices flowing. 

We're starting off with a gift guide for the hostess with the hostess. Whether you're attending a white elephant gift exchange or a fancy holiday soirée, we've got you covered!

Kate Spade | Ice Bucket

HMNS Museum Store | Agate Coasters

Williams Sonoma | Monogramed Soap & Towel Set

Uncommon Goods | State Slate Cheese Boards

Pottery Barn | Bottle Stoppers

Bath and Body Works | 3 Wick Candle

Kitch Studios | Tea Towel

Polar Stones | Whiskey Stones

Crate & Barrel | Red Amaryllis Bulb

Mark and Graham | Monogrammed Melamine Tray

I always keep a few extra Bath and Body Works 3-wick candles on hand for year round hostess gifts! I love pairing them with a DIY decorative matchbook! 

Do you have any go-to hostess gifts?

XOXO

Meg

Artificial Plants and Trees

I'll be the first to admit, I have no green thumb -- whatsoever.

It seems that I buy a $3.99 potted basil at Trader Joe's every month or so. I cannot keep that darn thing alive.

I've noticed there are a number of corners in my house that look a little lonely and I think a potted plant would fill the space really nicely. However, with all the traveling I do for work, it just doesn't make sense for me to invest in live plants.

I used silk florals for my own wedding and I was really surprised by the quality of the faux blooms. I'm currently looking for some artificial plants or trees to liven up my house. Here are a few I've got my eye on...

Ikea

Crate and Barrel

Overstock.com

Pier 1 Imports

Nearly Natural

Ikea

Sunshine Silk

Target

Any favorites?

I really like the bamboo from Ikea!

Happy Friday!

Meagan