
Cheerful Gift Ideas For All
With everyone looking for gifts, I thought I’d shout out some pretty things from a few of my advertisers in this post that you may enjoy. Please note, this is not a sponsored or paid-for post (I am not interested in doing posts like that, ever) and none of my advertisers requested that I write about them. It’s just a little shout out to them as a way of saying thanks for their support of decor8 for 2011. Their support allows me to blog daily and connect with all of you so I’m grateful. It was quite a challenge to go through all of the shops though and find things that fit together but I think I did a good job :) and hope that you enjoy seeing a few things that I think would be lovely to give (or receive!).
For the cozy home, here are some things that are a bit natural and Scandinavian-inspired: 1. Vintage black metal chair from Relique, 2. Greenlandic boy cushion from Story North, 3. Birch tray from Story North, 4. Vitra chair in mauve gray from Story North, 5. Black and white floral cupcake holders from Meri Meri and 6. Accordion book in pewter crosshatch by Rag & Bone.
Any of the gorgeous photographs from the Eye Poetry shop. Amazing. I see so many that I want for my home!
For those who like a more traveled vibe: A. Sequin pillow from Aura Home, B. Inka napkins from Aura Home, C. Vintage Moroccan rug from Nazmiyal and D. An adorable dress for the little one from Tea Collection.
For city girls (or boys!): 1. Thomaspaul birdcages pillow from 2Modern (love the front and the stripey back), 2. Paintings by Michael Naples from Daily Paintworks, 3. Set of 4 Byzantine blue dots plate chargers at Burke Decor and 4. Typewriter placemats from Burke Decor.
For those who appreciate the little details: A. Gorgeous jewelry from DeJarnette Nola, B. An inspiring art print by lovely Amy Rice, C. Quack wooden tape dispenser from NoteMaker and D. Kate Spade yellow flat notes from NoteMaker.
For the classy lady or gent: a. Sofa from Carolina Rustica b. Pillows from Designer Fluff, c. jewelry by Lisa Hopkins Design, d. Vintage illustrated guide to birds from Ruby Lane for the coffee table and e. an oil painting (vintage) from Ruby Lane.
If crafting and sewing is their favorite hobby, these flirty fabrics from Contemporary Cloth would be a lovely gift!
For animal lovers: 1. Art print by Laura Mae, 2. 2012 calendar from ecojot, 3. dog sweaters notebook from ecojot, 4. vintage cat notebook from ecojot and 5. Red robin cards from ecojot.
For those who love to work with special products designed with love, the rubber stamps and lots of paper goods along with a bear pencil holder are all at the fresh and inspiring INK + WIT shop.
You can also look for some unique and sweet presents from these additional decor8 advertisers:
- Natural Life – Colorful products inspired by nature.
- 2Modern – Great products for the home or office, free shipping.
- Ruby Plaza
- Fabulous Stationery – Cards and other paper goods that you customize.
- Ruby Violet – the fun new Lilla Rogers Studio collection.
- Cupcakes Craft – Adorable paper goodies from Korea, Japan, etc.
- Storkie – Invitations and announcements.
- Patina Style – A book about materials choices, methods and treatments for obtaining a vintage patina in the home.
- And finally, an inspirational blog that you may want to share with your friends called Damask & Dentelle.
I’d like to thank all of my current advertisers for supporting decor8!
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December 14th, 2011 at 4:28pm
fabulous sharing…
I can find loads of inspiration and gift options in here. Thank you very much
December 14th, 2011 at 4:53pm
Superbe! I ? the rug! Welcome in my shop for more ideas.. if you like!
December 14th, 2011 at 4:58pm
I wanted to say I LOVE the rug… Somehow a “?” was made of it. The little tape dispenser is really cute too! Thanks for the great ideas!
December 14th, 2011 at 5:06pm
Oh my, but I love that sofa! Thanks so much for the shout out Holly!
Irene of Eye Poetry´s last [type] ..Nice in Nice
December 14th, 2011 at 5:07pm
Love it! What a beautiful gift guide and thank you for introducing me to folks I didn’t know! :)
xo
Melis
ps want that sweet calendar!
Melissa de la Fuente´s last [type] ..Opposites attract
December 14th, 2011 at 5:08pm
The rug seems to be a favorite, it’s mine too!
Great collection of finds.
Helen´s last [type] ..Hand Printed Green and Brown Hemp Pillow Cover – Skimming Stones
December 14th, 2011 at 5:09pm
Very very nice!
December 14th, 2011 at 5:19pm
Oh, my! You sure have some lovely advertisers :)
My favorites is the Sequin pillow from Aura Home, and the Greenlandic boy pillow from Story North. I would also love to get the Vitra chair.
Great list, Holly!
Nina
STYLIZIMO´s last [type] ..{ Christmas home & Workshop }
December 14th, 2011 at 5:19pm
I adore the various pillows and my Mother would love the Bird Book!
xoxo
Karena
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December 14th, 2011 at 5:37pm
Thank you for the gift ideas! I just got myself one, the Yellow Ikat Pillow from Designer fluff. It is the perfect compliment to the new pillows I just purchased to “change up” my living room for winter. I may even paint some walls. Thank you for the inspriation Holly I love how you curate.
December 14th, 2011 at 5:42pm
Love the sequin pillow!
Jessica´s last [type] ..Day Twelve: Earth Ornament
December 14th, 2011 at 6:36pm
Story North steals product photos from other retailers and passes them off as their own (ie: the Dala horse photo), it’s a shame to see them get this kind of publicity when they clearly have no respect for other shops and designers.
December 14th, 2011 at 8:01pm
Thanks Holly!
P.S. You GOTTA look at my facebook post today about Jennifer Davis’s Deer Painting come to life on an Alaskan fishing boat. I promise you it will make you dream about deer in sweaters.
December 14th, 2011 at 8:43pm
I love everything you show us here. I could use some of those things for x-mas presents.
Ría´s last [type] ..My wishlist: jewelry.
December 14th, 2011 at 10:05pm
Hi Holly! Thank you so much for featuring my Peaches King print! I also got some more ideas for Christmas shopping from the post! Happy Holidays
December 14th, 2011 at 10:28pm
Loving the ecojot images! Divine!
December 15th, 2011 at 3:13am
Thanks for sharing gift guide with us Holly, this is what I am waiting for from you this Holiday season, I ve been reading so many inspiring gift ideas at the blog lands. Glad that I also found a wonderful ideas here.
December 15th, 2011 at 11:21pm
great ideas, thanks for sharing
Zane´s last [type] ..I got the poison, I got the remedy