Holiday Gift Guide 2015: Gardener

Since we moved into our house a little less than a year ago I have found great joy in working in the yard. I don't exactly have a green thumb, but I do like to tinker in the flower beds -- weeding, planting, pruning. Being in the yard is such a nice escape from my otherwise sedentary job.

I've rounded up some fun gifts for the gardener on your gift list.

Lemon Tree | Williams-Sonoma

Tool Set | Le Fleur Succulente

Strawberry Windowsill Garden | Uncommon Goods

Succulent Plants | San Pedro Cactus

Heirloom Seed of the Month Club | Cubits

Texting Gnomes | Garden Fun

Ivy Spiral Topiary | Pottery Barn

Happy Gardening!

XOXO

Meg

PS: Check out my last gift guide for the desk diva!

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

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers for Him

Opening stockings on Christmas morning is one of my all time favorite holiday traditions! My mom always fills my Dad's stocking with things he really needs, but doesn't necessarily want to buy -- underwear, undershirts, socks, etc.

Now that Kir and I are married, my mom (er... Santa?) is tasked with finding "fun" stocking stuffers for the boys!

Below are some little gifts that any guy would love to get!

Uncommon Goods: DIY Construction Desk Organizers

C.O. Bigelow: Premium Shave Cream

Anthropologie: Brooklyn Brew Shop Beer Making Kit

Urban Outfitters: World's Smallest Walkie Talkie

The Tie Bar: Bicycle Chambray Skinny Tie

J. Crew: Wool Plaid Sock

What are you filling up the "man stockings" with this year?

XOXO

Meg

Holiday Gift Guide: The Pet

Sometimes I think my mom has more fun buying the pets Christmas presents than picking out gifts for Kir and me! (just kidding... but not really).

The dogs and cats have a huge pile of toys and two years ago she bought them all a gurgling fountain watering station! Can anyone say spoiled?

Don't get me wrong, I love those little fur babies, which is why I put together a fun little collection of gifts for all the four legged friends on your gift list this year!

Malobi: Cat Cave

Uncommon Goods: Squeaky Dog Donuts

Wag.com: Super Pet Critter Cruiser

YarnItCindy: Doggie Tuxedo Sweater

Bing's Barkin' Bakery: Hot Dog Cookies

If I had a hamster, I would totally buy it that pink critter cruiser! So cute! And I know my childhood cat Zoe would love that cat cave! (Mom, Zoe wants the cat cave for Christmas!)

Are you buying your furry friends a gift this year?

XOXO

Meg