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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
With so many options for the special someone it can be difficult narrowing it down to a select few perfect gifts for this Valentine’s Day. Ditch the typical roses and boxed chocolates for something more exciting, and sure to warm the heart of your significant other! For her XOXO Sweater is stylish and comfortable perfect for a night out or in Brass & Wood Jewelry Stand allows for three tiers to hold necklaces, bracelets, or rings with ease Love Is Sweet these hand-painted chocolates are both stunning and delicious and Instagram worthy Heart Shaped Waffle Maker make breakfast in bed romantic, as for the tiny size, well that’s just adorable Supersonic Hair Drying includes various styling attachments and list of super smart technology, this hair drying will help getting ready in the morning or for a night out a breeze Easy Eye Palette ranges in colors from terracotta to pink with selected “Day Eye” and “Date Eye” shades Love Locket bath bomb will fill your tub with scents of sweet Brazilian oranges and pops of color for a relaxing soak for one, or two Wool Runners are breathable and lightweight made from high quality and recycled materials these trainers will help save the world and allow comfortability while running Love Knot Ring features a delicate and chic design allow helping you say “I love you” by “tying the knot” around her finger Cami & Pant pajama set are super soft with a touch of luxury Bifold Wallet playful, cute and practical, zippered multi-pocket wallet Rose 31 Eau de Parfum give her a signature sent and you’ll be left with lingering scents of rose, cedar and other spicy and woodsy notes long after she’s away A Tree Grows In Brooklynn a coming of age story of a stern, smart girl growing up in Brooklynn, New York with heartwarming storytelling Heart Hoop Earrings are a cute and sweet take on the classic hoop earring with an acetate finish, the perfect accessory for any outfit Bodysuit will make her feel sexy with delicate mesh with a unique fan design Pink Ombre Heart makes a great addition for Valentine’s Day decorations or everyday décor Foam Roller Water Bottle for quenching thirst and crushing tight muscles after a workout 50’s Retro Espresso Coffee Machine means no more Starbucks runs every morning when you’ve got the perfect pour at home. Unless its Pumpkin Spice season, or Peppermint Mocha season, or Iced Refresher season…Ok, so the espresso coffee machine will keep you going until you get your Starbucks fix LOVE Candle with lemon on peony scents, this candle will making you longing for love notes and bunches of roses with your special someone Plastic Porter Storage Bowl durable and lightweight, this is perfect for the busy girl who like to stay healthy while on-the-go. Because let’s face it, a girl can never have too much salad bowls For him Darth Vader Apron with this apron anyone can wield the force in the kitchen or on the grill, the only thing left to decide is if he will use is powers for good or evil Camp Axe I mean who doesn’t need one? Spider-Man Socks are great for the comic book lover and are sure to get his Spidey-senses tingling Beeropoly a fun beer drinking board game with beer challenges and truthful questions Sweat Kit for the man on-the-go with everything he needs to stay smelling and looking great G3PRO Theragun helps with deep muscle treatment to candles, romantic music and so forth Heart Boxers are just the thing he needs to keep him thinking about you all day long, while being extremely comfortable SoundSport Free Wireless Headphones make an excellent gift got gym-goers, commuters, people who like listening to music, basically any husband or boyfriend Adopt A Three-Toed Sloth quiet possibly the most adorable gift, this adoption kit includes a plush sloth, adoption certificate and a variety of other gifts, while donating to help protect their habitat Beer Flight Set is perfect for the craft brewer or club sampler to taste the perfect flight of beer at home Dango Dapper Wallet stylish, slim and convenient this wallet can keep cards and cash, helping ensure he never forgets his wallet and leaves you with the bill Jerky Heart because who needs a box of chocolates when you can get him a variety pack of “Meaty Romance” Smart Mug keep your warm drink at the perfect temperature for hours; no more microwaving or dealing with cold coffee again NES Classic lets face it, who didn’t grow up Mario Brothers and The Legend of Zelda? This Nintendo system includes pre-installed games and a smaller sleeker look Salt Smoke Time the perfect book for the avid chef full or heritage techniques with using a more “naturalistic” approach to food Wicked Good Slippers boast comfort and quality everything your man deserves when stepping out of bed in the morning Watch Display Stand makes a great way to keep him on time and keeping his timepieces neatly displayed The Wave Sweater keeps him looking stylish from the office to dinner to a weekend get-away Shade Whiskey Decanter with a bit of edge and sophistication, the perfect addition to any home bar Indoor Rower makes the perfect gift for the avid gym rat, now no excuse can get in the way of a quick cardio session
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Organizing Your Work Space for 2020
Cleaning up your office can help you be more efficient, maximize productivity and manage tasks better, while keeping your space neat and tidy! Whether you have a home office or workplace office the best place to start is to purge.
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New Year’s Eve Cocktail Guide
There is more than just champagne to be enjoyed on New Year’s Eve and what better way to ring in the new year than with some fancy cocktails. We’ve taken some of the most classic cocktails and given them a twist to keep your New Year’s party going until the stroke of midnight. Here is our list of fun and easy cocktails to make for you and guests, with exciting drinkware to match. The Classic Champagne If you go the classic route of pouring sparkling wine, champagne or cider consider adding fresh fruit to the mix or simple syrup for a brand-new flavor. Our choice is the French 75, you can’t go wrong with a lemons, champagne and gin. Recipe: French 75 Drinkware: Gold-Tone Hammered Champagne Glasses | Rose Gold Tilted Champagne Glasses | Gold Rimmed Stemless Champagne Flutes Winter Sangria Fresh aromatic fruits and spices in a tangy red wine add the perfect touch to the new year’s evening. Easily made for a crowd, these drinks incorporate that wintery feel with orange slices, cranberries and cinnamon sticks. Recipe: After Midnight Sangria Drinkware: Modern Tilted Silver Stemless Wine Glasses | Etched Holiday Wine Glasses | Holiday Tree Wine Glasses New Old Fashioned Simple yet effective, putting a spin on the classic cocktail, this apple cider old fashion turns classy into a New Year’s party ready drink. Recipe: Apple Cider Old Fashioned Drinkware: Hatch Rocks Glass | Alpine Snowflake Glasses | Whiskey Snifter Tumblers Mistletoe Margarita Cranberries and lime combined with tequila, you can’t go wrong. This festive drink can be both blended and served on the rocks for the perfect midnight kiss concoction. Recipe: Mistletoe Margarita Drinkware: Gold Rimmed Hammered Glasses | Santino Recycled Margarita Glasses | Wilshire Highball Glasses Mulled Wine Since the 2nd century, mulled wine has used to help people stay warm in the winter cold. Now a days it’s still used to fight the chill, but also to be enjoyed during the holidays with an updated spin with elder-flower, cinnamon sticks and cider. Recipe: White Mulled Wine Drinkware: Dublin Mugs | Hot Drinks Glass | Cathy’s Concepts Irish Coffee Mugs What's your favorite cocktail? What's your favorite New Year's Eve Cocktail to serve your guests? Which secret ingredients give it the final twist? Searching for the right drink ware to present your favorite cocktails? Click here to check out more serving and kitchen accessories to make this New Year’s Eve get-together the best one yet.
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Holiday Gift Guide for Every Person On Your List
The sparkling Holiday season can be exhausting when you have to find a gift for everyone on your list... And for the office Christmas present exchange, White Elephant and Secret Santa... After all, you want to see happy faces and sparkling eyes under the Christmas tree! But don't worry, selecting creative Christmas gifts is easy with our gift ideas. And maybe you find a gift for your wish list, too?
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Start a New Tradition: Host the Perfect Friendsgiving
Sometimes it’s hard to make it home for Thanksgiving with expensive flights, severe weather or long car rides, but that doesn’t mean you need to miss out. Gather your friends together and have a fun filled Friendsgiving. One of the great things about Friendsgiving is you get to invite whomever you like, no family drama or 20 questions from Aunt Hilda. We’ve got you covered with a heap of great ideas to host the perfect Friendsgiving. Posh Silverware | Ivory Flared Plates | Autumn Print Napkins Table Settings: Don’t worry about breaking out the fine china or linens (unless you want to), the easiest route to go is disposable. Luckily nowadays recyclable plates, cups, napkins and silverware come in stylish options, so your tableware looks sophisticated, fun and fresh. Copper-Tone Wine Glasses | Gather Wine Glasses | Happy Gobbling Wine Glasses Glassware: Go for something fun and fancy for your drinks since they might become the most consumed item of the night. Stemless wine glasses are perfect for both red and white wine, and also make the perfect vessel for cocktails. The Food: The most important part of any get together is the food. One of the great things about Friendsgiving is you can assign each friend a specific dish to bring so the host isn’t stuck with feeding everyone. Typically, the host will prepare the main dish and let the guests fill the table with all the delicious trimmings. This is the easiest way for the vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free or paleo guest to bring a dish they will enjoy, and everyone wins. Wine Corks | Mini Chalkboards | Clothes Pins Labeling: With a buffet or potluck style, labels are the perfect way to inform everyone of the amazing dishes available. If you are having a more formal setting create a seating chart, so Barry isn’t next to Chris who both like Stacey who just broke up Dan…You catch the idea, and can make dinner a breeze and comfortable. Small chalkboards, reusing old wine corks or etching clothes pins are adorable ways for creating names places and labels. Codenames Board game | Get Outdoors | Adults Charades Activities: After you’ve hit your food coma, find a fun way to relax with friends or enjoy the great outdoors. Play a game of flag football, make fun crafts, bust out the board and card games, veg in front of Netflix or Hulu. Whichever activity you decide to engage in, be sure to remember what your thankful for. Best of Both Worlds: Even if you are planning on having Thanksgiving at home or with family don’t rule out a Friendsgiving. Instead of the tradition Thursday dinner, make it a Friendsgiving Brunch to let friend’s carb up for Black Friday deals. Let’s face it after a day of eating the best thing to do is keep eating.
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Harvest to Table: What to do with Fall Apples
Nothing says fall more than cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice everything and going apple picking on a crisp October day. For many once the apple picking is done there is an abundance of apples left over with little known what to do with them all. There are the basics, apple cider, apple pie, and applesauce, but there are so many fun ways to use your cultivated treasures. Apples can be used in any dish of your fall spread, from breakfast, to the main course to the dessert. We’ve come up with a few ideas to utilize your apple in new ways. Apple Quinoa Bowl A delicious alternative to apple pie, with the same great taste, this breakfast quinoa bowl will keep you full and satisfied. You can even trade the ricotta for Greek yogurt for a sweeter taste. Caramel Apple Sangria Apples are great, wine is great, so together they are even greater. Adding a variety of fall favorites can really step up your sangria game too. Tangy pomegranates, spicy star anise, sweet caramel or fresh cinnamon sticks not only add dashes of color, they bring bold flavors to a traditional drink. Fennel, Pickled Onion & Apple Salad A twist on a classic salad with sweet, sour and crispy components ideal for any dinner party or fall gathering side dish. Apple Crisp Shortbread Bars For a less healthy option, but probably more delicious, these apple crisp shortbread bars will hit the spot. A perfect fall treat packed full of apples, cinnamon and brown sugar. Pumpkin Ravioli in Apple Sage Butter Sauce Savory, crunchy and sweet are the perfect combination for a delicious fall dish. To save time, cook up the sauce and top it off on any pre-made pasta dish for Apple Chips These apple chips are great for on-the-go healthy snacks or after dinner treat. Easily baked in a low heat over, these tasty treats can be popped into the dehydrator as well. Looking for something less sweet? Add a dash of cayenne to your chips for that sweet and spicy combo. Bourbon Apple Butter You could basically put this deliciousness on anything, what we recommend it with some French toast, ice cream, roasted chicken, sandwiches, with a spoon, the list goes on and on. Apple Pizza One of the simpler dishes, and a Friday night favorite, is pizza. Go gourmet and add try adding apples, bacon and caramelized onions to your pizza pie. Other great combination to try out: goat cheese, apple and arugula; blue cheese, apple and bacon; apple, butternut squash and sage; apple and prosciutto. The possibilities are endless.
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Simple Ways to Change Up Your Fall Décor
As the leaves begin to fall and the air starts to become brisk, you can feel the change of season in the air. A great way to invite the transformation is by changing up your home décor to suit the mood and feel of autumn. Not only does this create a warming, cozy home, but a change of decor can make your guests feel right at home as soon as they step in the door. Here are some ways to redecorate your home for the autumn season Throw Pillows & Blankets Swap out your bright blues and sunshine yellows for more neutral earth tones. Adding a variety of colors, textures and patterns to your couches, armchairs or bedding can be the perfect fall touch your space needs. Chunky knitted blankets add warmth and comfortability to chilly spots in the house. Red Corduroy | Faux White Alpaca Fur | Woven Wool Blend Checkered Pillow Dublin Knit Throw Blanket Bring the Outside In Gathering leaves, branches and other foliage from your yard can create the perfect arrangement for your tabletop. Place them in vases, planters, bowls or carefully scattered around other fall décor. Diamond Textured Planters | Dark Gray Glass Vase Gold Flower Vase | Green Glass Vase Decorating Chalkboards Create the perfect fall scene or quote on your erasable chalkboard. Adding a chalkboard to your mantle, or shelves can increase texture and depth while adding a fun element. A natural wood or whitewash finish also adds rustic décor to your space. The best part is you can make something new every week as the weather changes or as your mood strikes. Ash Gray Framed Chalkboard Assemble Your Gourds Not only to gourds make delicious fall meals, they make great centerpieces as well. Place them in a simple vase, baskets or directly on the table for a touch of nature. If you aren’t into putting real squashes on your table, opt for decorative artificial ones like Wool Harvest Pumpkins or these Pumpkin Mix Gourds. Seagrass Storage Basket | Pure White Ceramic Vase
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How to purify your air with common houseplants
When it comes to the common houseplant, there's a lot more to them than just looking pretty. As the popular trend of houseplants for decorative use grows, so do the added benefits of keeping these green wonder-makers a part of your home. You might already know that plants already do a lot for us, such as producing more oxygen in the air and making your home feel fresher and more energetic, but did you know that plants can also help clean the air of toxins and pollutants? It's true, and for those with longtime allergies like asthma, eczema, hay fever, etc...having more plants can provide a natural way to purify the air and reduce your allergic symptoms. A NASA study shows the benefits of having even a few houseplants in your home can remove toxic chemicals, even ones like carcinogens which can cause cancer: So where to start? Start by researching which plants can produce the best natural filters for your home, keeping in mind that the larger plants in general can provide a better volume of cleaner air than smaller ones. Need to find a planter first? Check out our planter pots section or our hanging wall planters for some attractive planter styles made in house by our design team. If you can find what you're looking for, contact us and we can find it for you.
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A Guest Bathroom Makeover from XOLivi.com
We had the great privilege of partnering with one of our friends here in the Seattle area to renovate a home guest bathroom. Livi, from the XOLivi.com blog, decided to renovate and upgrade her bathroom, and the results were eye-popping. Tastefully using some of MyGift's in-house, directly produced local home products, she adorned her guest bathroom with some of our favorites, introducing a warmer, rustic farmhouse style look that looks inviting and comfy, just as a guest bathroom should be. Check out her entire bathroom makeover If you love the look, find the products directly on our page by hitting the link. Leaning Towel Bar Rack in Rustic Gray Wood Industrial-style toilet paper holder Apothecary Bottles Triangle Towel Rack What do you think of Livi's bathroom makeover? Let us know, or browse our shop to find more cute and charming bathroom decor!
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