Express your appreciation for a favorite teacher, holiday hostess or BFF with these nifty little presents that are thoughtful, functional, creative and fun.
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| Mariposa Little Piggy Napkin Box A whimsical way to display cocktail napkins—perfect for a hostess who already has the mostess. $48, Peachtree Place. | Caravan Dreams 2013 Desk CalendarThis compact, glittery easel-style calendar provides a fanciful way to track your days. $16, Quintessence Fine Papers and Gifts. | Umbra Petal Photo DisplayA modern take on a picture frame with lots of pizazz. Perfect for holiday cards too. $25, Container Store. |
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| Versatile Vessels These pretty pots can hold anything from paperclips to chocolates. Pop in a candle or let your recipient decide what treasure to stash. Chalkboard Jar $10, Brushstroke Votive $16, Anthropologie, Highland Park, Skokie, Chicago. | Claus Porto Bath Soaps These artfully packaged, over sized Portuguese bath bars have been popular in Europe for generations and come in lots of yummy fragrances. $18, Chalet. | Embroidered Ice Bucket, Hand Towels, Key Chains Nothing says you care more than personalized gifts from the crafty Wilmette duo Stitching This/Stitching That. Ice Bucket $44, Towels $12 -$18, Keychains $14 -16. Stitching This—Embroidery by Kaci Smith, 847-853-9950. Stitching That—Emroidery by Jennifer Duboc, 847-853-1331. |
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| Flowering Plant Brighten a gray December day with a vividly blooming cyclamen plant in a ceramic pot. Lasts longer than cut flowers and no need to scramble for a vase. Plant $14, Pot $10, Chalet. |
See the rest of our gift guide here.
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