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I hope all is well in your world. Our world was hit by some freezing temps yesterday. Instead of sitting on the patio last night, we were sitting by the fire.
Happy Veterans' Day to all the brave men and women and their families! Thank you for your service.
On Sunday, we headed down to Lucy's house to celebrate our favorite son-in-law's birthday. We also brought an early Christmas present for Little Lucy.
There was some assembly required because we couldn't fit it in the car. Before coming, the Mister had souped up the car with a flashing light, vanity plate, and a horn that could wake up the neighbors within a 5-mile radius.
I gave her my list of the best excuses to get out of a speeding ticket.
This is the face of a satisfied customer.
'Tis the season for hostess gifts. I put together this list of ideas for your viewing pleasure. Most of the items are under $50.
I have no idea what the candle smells like, but I love the packaging.
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For the friend who gets more entertaining with every espresso martini.
This does wonders for getting rid of a wet-dog aroma.
I know from experience.
Warm bread, warm heart!
DIY Edible Butter Kit
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At least you'll know they don't already have one.
Glowing stone hot plate
Place some store-bought cookies on this, and tell the host you baked the cookies and hand-painted the platter.
And that was just before lunch!
A beautiful addition to the host's shelves, a remembrance of some fun times together. Check out the site to see all the themes available.
Holiday soap collection
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I had a neighbor who gave a cute apron to all her besties.
JP - I still have mine!
Comes in gold, too.
On sale!
Fill a frame or two of your favorite pic of YOU!
Insist she hangs it on the tree so the whole party can enjoy.
This is a handmade platter of a state. It's a great gift for a friend who is moving out of state, or one you wish would move out of state.
Wrap one of these cute little towels around a bottle of vino, and your host and pooch will love you forever!!
You can't forget your favorite cat lady!
Cute and easy grab-bag gift, all wrapped into one.
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1. Place wine in the bucket.
2. Tie a pretty ribbon around the bottle.
3. Give to the hostess with a smile.
Done!
A Christmas Bulb!
I love paperwhites, but mine are always late bloomers, just like me.
We had a couple of these floating around our 'hood years ago.
And then there were none, and no one owned up to it.
If we are bringing a snack, I love a tray with handles.
It doesn't work so well with stew, though.
This looks like my kind of
gingerbread house!!!
Instead of gifting the host, why not bring a bribe treat for the kids?
A new take on decorating a gingerbread house! A great way to keep the kiddos out of your hair.
A gift for the whole family!
On Oprah's Favorite Things list.
A dose of forced family fun is always a good idea.
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Sista's book!
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Just released.
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My absolute favorite designer released her first book, and it is a beauty!
This one is a beauty, too.
The best compliment a host can receive.
I had to buy my own.
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Great suggestions, I need to get my hands on the Reese’s house
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Katie, I walked into an antique shop and smelled the loveliest fragrance, light and not overpowering. It was the French tulip candle you highlighted in this post. I highly recommend it.
DeleteI’m sold!!! Thx for the tip!!
ReplyDeleteI remember putting together the little tykes car for my two middle grandsons. Is it still a nightmare to assemble? We have a new grandson who is getting one this year for Christmas and I’m already dreading (stocking up on wine) the process.
ReplyDeleteI thought you were going to tell us to fill some of the state platters with NUTS!! (This statement is subject to personal interpretation and not meant to “poke fun” at any one state in particular. Although I have one or two in mind.) Then again, I live in a town where one of the nicest and oldest neighborhoods is the “Fruit and Nut.” - the streets are named after local . . . fruits and nuts.
ReplyDeleteI notice Miss Lucy’s flashing light is blue. That’s perfect; she can speed with impunity and pull over the other lead footed toddlers! 😂🚔 Jo H.
ReplyDeleteLucy looks like she's about to get into mischief sitting in that cute car! :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, the memories with the coupe car. Every kid had to have one. My boys would race up and down the sidewalk on theirs and just had the best time! Kudos to the grandparents for a "grand" early gift. Your little Lucy is precious. That dress and pink cowgirl boots...I can't even...
ReplyDeleteWonderful array of hostess gift suggestions! If only I had a hostess to give to. Oh well. I might like some of those things for myself.
Nancy… you always say the sweetest things. We have such sweet memories of our girls with that car. That’s how learned how to take turns (or not)! 🤣
DeleteLucy looks precious sitting in her new car! Love the comment about the flashing blue light. Her dress and boots are so fun. Great hostess ideas. I always wait until the last minute and then I'm in a bind. Maybe this year I will get organized and buy them in advance. Melissa B
ReplyDeleteWho makes Lucy’s pink car? Also need to know where to get the flashing light and vanity plate.
ReplyDeleteThese gifts are amazing! Thank you so much for posting…I think I was able to do about half of my family with your ideas here :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this great assortment of gift ideas. So many I want to order. It is a shot of holiday cheer.
ReplyDeleteDon't order those, you can't afford it and you'll be stuck with credit card payments for at least two years.
DeleteThat thing looks dangerous, a more fitting gift are those sorting and stacking sets that develop coordination.
ReplyDeleteOh I love your humor! I like your blog too. Dee
ReplyDeleteThose little cowboy boots!!!
ReplyDeleteMiss Lucy is a solidified Texas Gal in her cowgirl boots and looks right at home in her fancy new wheels! Go big or go home, right Lucy?! I gave Sista's book Gobble as early Christmas gifts the first year it came out and they still pull it out for inspiration year after year because it's timeless. Gary Malin's Dogs is an awesome gift for anyone! I have it on the coffee table in our family room and it's the one book that everyone loves flipping through. It's one of my favorite books m that you have given me. Happy Weekend Katie KTG
ReplyDeleteSuch a great collection of hostess gift ideas! I even found a few I might want to purchase for myself... imagine that! Miss Lucy is adorable in her turkey dress and cowboy boots and she is ready to go in her custom wheels! Soooo cute!
ReplyDeleteKatie! Lucy is just adorable!!! Love her cute cowgirl boots! Wonderful hostess gift ideas as always! The candle is by Seda France and my favorite fragrance is Japanese Quince. A very unique and lovely fragrance like no other. I’ve have been using the hand soap for the past 18 years. I also have the candle shown, also in Japanese Quince; however, I’m going to have try the Tulip fragrance as well! Marlena
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