Interior Inspiration: Pot Racks

Pot racks add a lived-in charm to kitchens.  I love that they are practical, but can also add a sense of fun and whimsy to a working kitchen.

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Holiday Cards

I love holiday cards; they have such sweet sentiments and hold such tradition.

Although I'm not sending cards this year, I thought it was an interesting idea on hip hip gin gin to think of mailing holiday cards in support of the Postal Service.  They could use a boost.

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Gift Guide: Under $100

Here is the last installment of gift guides for the year.  This one is for the big spenders.  (This coming from someone without a job at the moment.)


I hope you all have fun finding presents for your loved ones.  It's one of my favorite things about the season.

Row 1:

Fjällräven Classic Kanken Backpack, $65

Zara Knit Clutch Wallet, $89.90

Terrain Antiqued Bird Mirror, $98

Row 2:

Stone & Honey Isosceles Necklace, $64

Crate & Barrel Astoria Candleholder Set, $54.95

Max & Chloe Belargo Stacking Ring, $64

Row 3:

Le Creuset Stonewear, $72

CB2 Knitted Pouf, $89.95

de Buyer Mandoline, $99.95

Row 4:

Cognac Leather Notebook, $88

UGG 'Dakota' Moccasin Slippers, $100

Banana Republic Leopard Gloves, $79.50

Gift Guide: Under $50

Gifts that are a bit of a splurge.  I tried to find a nice mix of luxury and practicality.

Row 1:

Terrain Candy Cane Pitcher, $38

Zara Basic Handbag, $35.90

Fresh Soy Face Cleanser, $38

Row 2:

Gorjana Tear Cluster Necklace, $50

Midori Brass Pen, $31.24

Bodum Bistro Juicer, $32.41

Row 3:

Vivo Square Bento Box, $36

Madewell Suede Skinny Belt, $39.50

Row 4:

CLEAN Eau de Parfum Spray, $38

CB2 Linus Throw, $49.95

Williams-Sonoma Cocktail Shaker, $32

Gift Guide: Under $25

I thought it would be fun to sort the gift guides by price this year.

Gifts don't need to be expensive to  be meaningful.  It is really about knowing the recipient and what you think would make them happiest. I love gifts that are useful, but still whimsical.

You can also check out my previous gift guides.

Row 1:

Campo Marzio Mini Ballpoint Pens, $18

365 Calendar from CB2, $19.95

La Cafetiere 8-Cup Rainbow French Press, $21.89

Row 2:

Decorate by Holly Becker from decor8, $23.10 

NARS Lipstick in Heat Wave, $24

Pantone Bone China Mug, $13

Row 3:

Topshop Button Tab Gloves, $20

J.Crew Thin Enameled Bangle, $20

Postalco Notebook, $14-$26

Row 4:

Progressive Lime Squeezer, $8.06

Midnight in Paris DVD, $17.99

Chicken Kitchen Timer, $13.50