Friday Faves

Happy Friday everyone.  Well, if you're looking at the calendar and realize how close it is to Christmas and Hanukkah, and you're in a bit of a panic, fret not lovely readers this weeks favorites may help you out with those last few people on your list.

Everyone needs plenty of mugs for tea, coffee and cocoa so why not something colorful like these

Lovely gifts need pretty wrap and gift tags.  If you're looking to take your gift wrapping up a notch, start with these adorable tags from the MStetson Design pop up shop.  These tags are handmade from white polymer clay and stamped with a birthday or holiday greeting.  It's like another gift on top of the gift you're all ready giving... too much?  OK I'll dial it back.  I have been hit with the holiday spirit.  Definitely be sure to check out this lovely shop. 

Now if you're looking for a unique gift this chess set would be lovely.  Not only is is ready to play a round or two, but it's also a lovely decorative piece for the home.

I don't know anybody who doesn't like their monogram or initial on something.  These alphabet trays are perfect for a desk, dressers, bathrooms, you name it.

If you're looking to do a little DIY or for a fun little DIY gift, try this cocktail kit

or if you want a fun novelty gift, I think this smiley mug is perfect.

Now it wouldn't be right in the midst of all that gift giving that you don't think about a few things to add to your own wish list.  If you need some ideas, start with  this

Maybe a stylish and very functional dress like this

Well, that's it for this week.  I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.  I'll see you here on Monday.

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Um...

Santa, I know we talked about my request to have this bag under the tree. Can I add this one to the list?




{discovered here}

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It's Not too Late is it?

I was asked earlier this week if I had finished holiday shopping and my response was a proud No. I'll make a confession to you, I love the hustle and bustle of last minute shopping. Over the years I've waited until the last few days leading up to Christmas to do my shopping. There's something about the energy in the air, some would call it panic, I think it's just enthusiasm. Plus there are usually even better shopping deals that come from waiting until the last minute. So all my last minute shoppers and those of you who missed someone on your list, here's a few items that anyone would be happy to see under the tree.



{details: King of hearts candle holder/bud vase; Fresh Traveller ; it can happen to you puzzle; Acapulco Red Currant Diffuser; chess set; lucia candles; Lacquer Hexagon tray}




{details: kate spade playing cards; Minox Leica Digital Camera; aromatherapy growing kit; quotation book ends; small lattice rose bowl; Fun Cafe Espresso 6 Piece Set; stalagmite vase-urban outfitters}

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All I Want For...

Today's holiday wishlist is full of things I'm sure many of us would like to see in a stocking or under the tree. Oh and there are some great gift ideas for your sister, best friend and mother too. Enjoy.



{details:cosigne sweater-mod cloth;bourgeois bow triple strand necklace-katespade; creative jane street coin purse-kate spade; crystalline bubbles perfume bottle -anthropologie; anemone perfume bottle-vivre; della triple strand necklace-stella and dot; crystal supernova ring-jcrew; crushed glitter minaudière-jcrew; el morocco paola-kate spade;coraline jewelry box-anthropologie; 2010 spiral calendar-kate spade}




{details: stick perfume applicator;coco cookbook-anthropologie; metallic wool ballet slipper -jcrew; my wonderful world of fashion-amazon; marni ruched suede pochette-net a porter; lollia bath set; kate spade bow ballet flat; graceful point cardigan-anthropologie; macchiato tweed ruffle coat-ruche}

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Dear Santa...

I'd love it if you could put this under the tree for me.

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All I Want For...

Today's holiday wishlist is all about great gifts for the special Men in your life. This list has some indulgent items mixed with some items that are a bit more practical.



{details: the beertender; holden card case-umbra; striped tie-jcrew; 3-in-1 game set moma store; blackbird fly camera- moma store; military mock neck cardigan sweater-jcrew; nescafe dolce gusto-frontgate; everlast desktop speed bag -restoration hardware; everyday nylon twill brief bag-banana republic; record label coasters-wishing fish}

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All I Want for ...

If you've made your list and shoped for all the gifts on your list, I'm envious. If you're still making the list and searching for what to give, maybe Pretty Little Things can help. Instead of sharing random loveliness I decided to put together a little wishlist of gift ideas. Today it's all about the kids. Sure there are plenty of gift options for you to choose from so let our guide give you some inspiration or help you stuff a stocking. Enjoy!



{details: blue bruno race car-vivre; digital bank-restoration hardware; red mimmo airplane-vivre; memory game-anthropologie;trike & trailer -moma store; wooden fishing set-moma store}



{details: superhero in a box-restoration hardware; tea party set-cox and cox; carpet croquet set-cox and cox; tonette-restoration hardware;plush petit fours-moma store; sky king tricycle-vivre; kids card games; sky king pedal plane-vivre; charley harper alphabet and puzzle cards-anthropologie}

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Never Enough

Just like you can never have too many sweaters, purses or shoes, I'm starting to believe that with coats too especially since I keep seeing coats I'd love to have in my own closet. For example... this one.



{discovered here}

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I Spy...

Ok, let's face it, I don't really need another purse. Who really does? I can't help it that when I see a new, roomy, and colorful bag I begin finding reasons why I need it. Yes, this is a problem, I know, but I'm a girl in love with purses. I have my eye on this Nantucket large satchel from Banana Repbulic. There will be no purchasing, just looking for now.

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All I Want For...

Just a few little things I'd love from Santa or my birthday too. {I feel like I should start looking ahead}

So many blogs have talked about these and I'm in love with them too. I'll take this...



This and...




This




This is perfect for going out or when that stylish (yet large) bag of your just can't transition to the after 5 gatherings with friends.




While it doesn't have to be like this one, I'd like a set and would love to learn how to play.

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I'd love to have one of these Holga Cameras. Then I'd love to just wander around taking pictures of everything I see only to be delighted not just with the pictures I took but also enjoying the surprise of seeing how they all come out.

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This Hot Chocolate Pot

and of course I'd like to have these Handcrafted Marshmallows too.


I can't leave out the hot chocolate....



This is also perfect gift for anyone. If you want to add mugs these would be delightful.

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#7
I love things for the kitchen and this mini doughnut maker is on my list. It's no Krispy Kreme but who would resist having a doughnut maker in their home? At least I can monitor how many calories I'm consuming but if I add these and some frosting...maybe not.

{via outblush}

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#7
Back to reality after my Vespa Dream. This Lugano Candelabra is on my wish list. Its stylish, functional and I love that its style can be changed based on your mood, or the type of gathering you're having.
Perfect gift for the hostess or the bride to be.

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#6
Ok, I admit this might be out of my league but that's why they call this a wishlist. The Gap calls it the ultimate gift. I love the colors and I want a vespa.
{image from gap.com}

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#5

Gold Small Plates great for dessert.

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#4 A Great Cookbook on baking like these







{all images from Chronicle Books}

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#3
This Cashmere Argyle Skirt. Just lovely. I'd pair it with this and this.

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#2
Isn't this jacket adorable?



Perfect for going out and a great addition to the holiday wishlist.

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The Sweet Countdown

I was in the grocery store last week as saw these stacked up and I had a holiday flashback to when I was 8 and barely had the discipline to eat only one chocolate each day. I love these calendars {ok, the chocolate especially}, they're such a great holiday treat. Here are a few interpretations of the Advent Calendar for your Holiday Countdown.



Advent Calendar Box. This one is great too!



These creative and easily customized advent calendars from Pottery Barn, allow for more than just candy to be hidden.



Plus there is one that you can customize and hang on the wall for the entire family to enjoy.



For the Grown Up Kid in you, this refined chocolate collection is the perfect "Adult" calendar. It's also a creative gift too. If you must know what's inside click here.



If you're feeling crafty, here are some directions on making your own.

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