Hostess Gifts

We all know this rule, to never show up empty-handed, when you have an invitation to a wonderful meal.
Yes a bottle of wine is always nice, but there are plenty of creative options out there.

Here is our favorite gifts to give, and to receive.

Riedel Merlot Wine Glasses
Riedel Merlot Wine Glasses
Caldrea soap & hand Balm set
Caldrea Soap & Hand Balm set
Caldrea Juniper Laurel Candle
Caldrea Juniper Laurel Candle
Kusmi Tea Collection
Kusmi Tea Collection
I scented taper candles
A bouquet of unscented taper candles
West Elm Bedside Carafe
Cb2 Bedside Carafe
West Elm Linen Napkins
West Elm Linen Napkins
William Sonoma Dipping Oil Set
William Sonoma Dipping Oil Set

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Christmas Gift Ideas

Since holiday shopping catalogs are pouring in, we noticed some products we love to own, wondered why in the world some are a good gift, and some that just made us laugh.

You be the judge.

Digital tape
Sharper Image, Easy to read digital tape
Phone battery
Hammacher Schlemmer, The perfect Phone battery
The Canine's Passive Solar Condominium
hammacher schlemmer, The Canine’s Passive Solar Condominium
Dear Santa Sign
Countrydoor, Dear Santa Sign
NiteDawg LED Collar Cover
Container Store, NiteDawg LED Collar Cover
Lazy Bed Glasses
Container Store, Lazy Bed Glasses
The Yoda table lamp
hammacher schlemmer, The Yoda table lamp
Pre-lit Alpine Tree
grandinroad, Pre-lit Alpine Tree

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Caring for Cashmere & Wool sweaters

Cashmere sweaters
Cashmere sweaters

Wash wool or cashmere by hand in Luke warm water, and never expose them to direct heat.

Fill a tub with lukewarm water and a few drops of mild detergent, dishwashing liquid will work. Immerse the sweater, and swish gently, Soak for 10 minutes.

Never wring or stretch wool when wet. it can be pulled out of shape dry flat .
Cashmere can be washed safely in a lingerie bag in gentle cycle, but they’ll last longer if washed by hand. Again flat dry.
After squeezing out water, lay the sweater on a white towel. Roll the towel with the sweater together to remove moisture, squeezing and pressing as you roll.

To get rid off sweater pills,
Remove the little balls, one pill at a time, using a small pair of scissors or a razor blade. There really isn’t any easier way. But your sweaters will look as good as new.

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Cozy Down Comforter

Down Comforter in a duvet.
Down Comforter in a duvet.

They are Lightweight, and they keep you warm. And investing in a couple of duvets in different colors and patterns not only keeps your down comforter clean, it also helps to give your bedding a different look for the winter months.  If you are thinking of investing in a down comforter look for these 2 facts:

1-Fill power

The quality of down can be determined by the fill power or loft. Purchase one above a fill power of 600 or more to keep warm and cozy all winter long.

2- Box stitch

Look at the stitching construction. A box stitch construction, one that forms a grid pattern across the surface. This will prevent your comforter from clumping and shifting over time.

Down Comforter in a duvet.
Down Comforter 600 fill, box stitch in a duvet.

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Wool Blankets

Italian Wool Blankets
Italian Wool Blankets

Cozy, warm, and easy to clean. Wool blankets from Pendelton, Woolrich and other Italian and British brands are just as nice, and a great thouthful gift or an extra security blanket in the car.

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