Layla Grayce

Pattern Play {Dots} 1. Jessie Steele Pot Mitts in Green and White Polka Dot and Coral and White Polka Dot 2. Giant Red Dots Picture Frame With or Without Personalization 3. JJ Cole Diaper Bag Swag Bronze Drop

Pattern Play {Dashes/Stripes} 1. Kashwere Pumpkin and Creme Striped Car Coat 2. Bella Fiore Linea Jeweled Frame in Brown 3. BabyLegs Leg Warmers in Forest

Pattern Play {Damask} 1. Little Giraffe Luxe Brocade Satin Blanket, 2. Jessie Steele Cream and Black Damask Chef Apron 3. Illusion Luminaria Plum Pillow (sold as a pair)

Dots, Dashes and Damask, oh my! Which pattern plays to your sensibilities? Are you drawn to the whimsy of polka dots with their playful curves and pops of color? Maybe it’s the bold lines of statement making dashes and stripes that make their mark? Could it be the damask with its feminine flair that had you at hello? There’s a pattern for every palate and gift to match. Shop our gift guide for fun selections of dots, dashes/stripes and damask.

Annie would love to get: Bungalow 5 Callista Gold Mirror
And would love to give: 1. Pine Cone Hill Sheepy Fleece Robe in Pebble 2. Drops of Jupiter Aqua Gold Earrings 3. Blabla Anemone Doll 4. Barefoot Dreams Ribbed CozyChic Throw Blanket

With a penchant for color, texture and pattern, Annie Selke founded Pine Cone Hill and Dash & Albert Rug Company, a collection of linens, rugs and accessories that have woven their way into homes as beloved staples. Her vision of American design comes alive in her products and more recently, in her new book, Fresh American Spaces. Today Annie shares her “give” and “get” lists for the holidays, along with a favorite memory from her childhood:

My favorite family holiday tradition is… My favorite and most vivid holiday memory was hanging and opening stockings at my grandparent’s house in Bedford, NY. Instead of what most consider traditional holiday stockings, my grandmother used to cut pairs of panty hose in half, one leg to a person and hang them on the wooden fireplace mantel. They were seemingly insignificant when hung, but when we would come down in the morning to see what Santa had brought, each stretchy stocking had taken on its own unique shape, dictated by the presents held within. A dime and a tangerine were at the bottom of each stocking and there was always a stack, usually of books or games, under each stocking that the stocking just couldn’t accommodate. We would need help getting them off their nail as the stockings reached from the top of the mantel down to the floor and the weighed quite a lot! I remember my stocking being taller than I was and just loving opening each individually wrapped present and enjoying the tangerine at the end!

Give like Annie…

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  Pine Cone Hill Sheepy Fleece Robe in Pebble
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  Drops of Jupiter Aqua Gold Earrings
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  Blabla Anemone Doll
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  Barefoot Dreams Ribbed CozyChic Throw Blanket

Order any of Annie’s favorite holiday “items to give” through Wednesday and get 10% off! Enter code: Annie. Promotion ends Wednesday, Nov 30th at midnight and applies only to the items shown above. Sorry, coupon may not be applied to previous purchases or combined with any other promotion.

Kathy would love to get: Aidan Gray Decor Fleur de Lis Wooden Mirror
And give as gifts: 1. Jessie Steele Goodie Two Shoes Josephine Apron 2. Rosanna 12 days of Christmas Appetizer Plates (Set of 12) 3. Mor Cosmetics Emporium Belladonna Body Butter 4. Lotus Pool Blue Gold Earrings

After making a list and checking it twice, we’re finding holiday gift inspiration from the brains behind some of our best brands. Founder of Clairebella, Kathy Denness’s artistic background and obsession for all things personalized translate to a line of chic accessories ranging from ipad and cellphone covers to cutting boards and coasters – each with a hip pattern and pop of color to impress even the most challenging on your list. Kathy joins us today share what’s on her “give” and “get” lists and tell us about one of her favorite holiday traditions.

My favorite family holiday tradition is… I would have to say my favorite holiday tradition is Christmas Crackers at the holiday table. They originated in England and I was first introduced to them while we were living in Australia. Sometimes referred to as “poppers” they are wrapped in foil and almost look like giant candy. Inside, they always have a paper hat, joke or riddle and a small toy or trinket. They POP! when you pull them apart. We all put the hats on and take turns telling our jokes. Something about seeing a bunch of adults in silly paper hats, makes kids laugh. My kids are nearly grown now, but they still look forward to it.

Give like Kathy…
Order any of Kathy’s favorite holiday “items to give” through Wednesday and get 10% off! Enter code: Kathy. Promotion ends Wednesday, Nov 16th at midnight and applies only to the items shown below (may also be used toward any Jessie Steele apron). Sorry, coupon may not be applied to previous purchases or combined with any other promotion.

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  Jessie Steele Goodie Two Shoes Josephine Apron
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  Rosanna 12 days of Christmas Appetizer Plates (Set of 12)
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  Mor Cosmetics Emporium Belladonna Body Butter
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  Lotus Pool Blue Gold Earrings

From top: Clairebella Personalized Cutting Boards and Monogram Planners

Clairebella Personalized iPad covers, sleeves and skins, Personalized Sleeves for tablets, e-readers and laptops

From top: Clairebella Personalized Cell Phone cases, Water Bottles and Personalized Name/Address Tags

from top: Clairebella Monogram Desk Planner and Note Cube, Personalized Mousepad

Clairebella Personalized Platters and >plates

From top: Clairebella Personalized Travel Mugs, Personalized Notepads and Note Cubes, Personalized Mugs, Personalized Clipboards

From top: Clairebella Personalized Acrylic Ice Bucket and Tray, Coasters and Trays

The time for gift exchanges is right around the corner – are you ready yet? Find clever items for everyone on your list that can be perfectly personalized, compliments of Clairebella. Cutting boards are always a holiday fave, and this year we’re excited to offer new sleeves, skins and covers for laptops, iPads and e-readers (all customized with your choice of pattern, color and monogram design). Whether it’s for kids, coworkers or cookie exchanges, we’ve got you covered. Place Clairebella orders by November 28th to make sure you have everything in time for Christmas. Get a jump on your holiday gift giving and shop the full collection.

Bratt Decor Chelsea Sleigh Crib in Antique Silver converts from a gorgeous crib to a tastefully chic toddler bed. One lucky mom at the Operation Shower event will receive this crib, a matching Chelsea Double Dresser with changer top and crib bedding

Little Giraffe Security Blankets

Little Giraffe Layette & Clothing

JJ Cole Myla Diaper Bag in Honey Lotus

Travel accessories from JJ Cole to keep baby snug and protected. Top: Bundle Me Urban Infant in ice Bottom: Reversible Strap Covers in pink

Itzy Ritzy reversible infant car seat covers

Itzy Ritzy Shopping Cart / Highchair Covers

Baby JaR Burp Cloth and Bib

If there’s one thing you will hear at a baby shower (besides labor and delivery stories), it’s a chorus of “oh how cute” as gifts are opened. We can’t wait for these ooh’s and ahh’s as we team up next week with our vendors and Operation Shower to give military moms the supplies, support and party they deserve while their spouses are deployed during the pregnancy. Bratt Decor will provide one baby sweet dreams in its grand prize crib with changer and bedding. And we’re sharing other favorite go-to gifts as we dec these military mamas out in chic diaper bags by JJ Cole and OiOi while the babes receive the latest from Little Giraffe, Itzy Ritzy, Clairebella, Baby JaR and BlaBla Kids. We’re taking the proverbial “oh how cute” to a new level.

Petunia Pickle Bottom Scout Journey Pack in Heathered Black

Petunia Pickle Bottom Scout Walkabout Carrier in Heathered Grey

Petunia Pickle Bottom Scout Journey Pack

Skip Hop Central Park Blanket & Cooler Bag

Don’t let pink florals or modern glam get in the way of that alone time you’ve been needing. He’s happy to take the kids but not with YOUR bag, so we’ve got great ways to get Dad on the go with kids in tow while still earning dapper style points. Our Petunia Pickle Bottom Scout collection might as well be his brief case as diapering contents are stealthily housed in masculine color ways and a sleek messenger style. And Skip Hop earns accolades for its high functionality without all the flair as park blankets include insulated cooler bags to keep those snacks you pack fresh. A perfect way to welcome a new father to Dad-hood, find these and other Father’s Day gift ideas here.

Tired of ordinary stocking stuffer suggestions for kids? Mix it up this season with something a little different…

1. Crochet headband: Find the perfect topper for her tresses
2. Blabla rattles: A menagerie of hand knit, colorful critters to choose from
3. Itzy Ritzy Reusable Snack Bags: Super practical in prints for boys or girls
4. DwellStudio Books: Educational and entertaining board books for tots
5. 5. Kerchief Bibs: Look cool (even with a touch of drool…)
6. 6. Skip Hop Stroller Toys: Keep ‘em engaged as you stroll

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Think of a dream carrier for a new baby – what would make it perfect? How about something that is comfortable for both mom (or dad, grandma, whomever) and baby, brings the two of you closer together and soothes fussy babies. It should be easy to wash AND simplify life for mom, allowing her to be uniquely close to baby while remaining hands free to do daily tasks, gentle workouts and breastfeed with ease. Sounds impossible, but Moby Wraps truly do all that and more. Uniquely designed without cumbersome padding, snaps or belts, Moby Wraps are easy to adjust and accommodate different positions and holds based on baby’s age and weight. Made from soft, slightly stretchy cotton, Moby Wraps have a devoted following who will gladly tell you what they love most Moby Wraps and baby wearing. We’re fans of how they can be used for skin to skin “kangaroo care” for newborns and still be used until baby is up to 35 pounds. Read more about these innovative wraps here and shop for your favorite color at Layla Grayce.

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