2012 Gift Guide

Here are some items I've got on my Christmas list, to give and to receive.  I know so many smart, stylish, heartfelt women who I'd love to give one of everything to.  Until then, here's a round up of some of what I would give to them in my dream world.

A stylish monogrammed clutch from Clare Vivier, $193. 

Insanely useful sheers for the garden, flower arranging, or any quick snip.  Image on left from Organic Gardening, showing some Felco pruners, about $50. Sophie Conran pruners, $32, on right.

Another stylish clutch.  You can never have too many.  I love the cast brass details on these made in LA ones, by Samantha Grisdale. 

Although girlier than she might want to admit, these flowery pjs in a Liberty print will make Sunday mornings brighter.  $198 from Elizabeth Cotton (shown above), or J. Crew.

A charming carry-all trug for garden supplies, hand made in Sussex, $125. 

Soap made for queens' hands.  Soap stones by Pelle, $8-$32.

 Sewing lessons (just a refresher, really) at Sew L.A.  $85

Rodin Olio Lusso, $150, for glowing skin and a soft scent.  Available at Broome St. General Store or Clare Vivier.  Image via Editor.com.

A tin of tea, or sample box, for afternoons in the low winter light.  Bellocq Tea can be found at Broome St. General Store, prices vary.

A handmade bud vase that is reminiscent of her grandmother and Vermont in the 60s.Judy Jackson tiny bottle vases, $29, from Lake or Sumi's.