Spilling The Gravy: Aprons For The Chef

Who's hosting Thanksgiving? That would be me again, and I am not mad about it. Admittedly, I am a messy cook, and always arrive at the dinner table wearing the gravy. Why? Because I don't own an apron! So this post is personal. Find something fun for yourself or your holiday host. 

Personalized Apron

How cute is this? It makes a darling hostess gift, too. Comes in several colors and is priced from $10 - $16. 

Mod Party at Etsy

CR X Kit Ruffle Apron

When a designer collabs with a cook, it gets fancy. Ruffles and a playful print create a stylish look for Thanksgiving and beyond. It's the priciest at $115.

Garmentory

Farm Goat Apron

We love goats in this household.  This all cotton style is just so simple, yet fun. $42

Anthropologie

The Little Black Apron

One of my favorites. Every LBD deserves a little black apron, complete with pearls! $30

Etsy

Courtly Check Bistro Apron

Who doesn't love a chic check? This style is 100% cotton with leather trim. It's so good! $89

McKenzie-Childs

Geometric Print Apron
With a clean and modern pattern, this apron is certainly unisex. It's all cotton with pockets. $40

Sur La Table

Cotton Apron

Included in the post because this all cotton apron comes in 27 colors and patterns. If you wish, there is even one with turkeys. Nice for the price. $22

Amazon

Personalized Apron 
This apron features lots of bells and whistles. It has a masculine edge to it, but I would certainly wear it, too. Loving the pockets, leather details, and the towel rings. On sale for $30.

Etsy

Cross Back Apron

Unisex, color blocked and just about perfect. Made from 100% cotton canvas.  This Etsy shop offers a variety of styles. $46

Etsy

Fleur De Lis Living Apron

This fun apron makes all kind of sense for a dinner at my home. Yours too? Other colors, as well.  $31

Wayfair

Gold Glitter Personalized Apron

Just add black pants and a black turtleneck for Thanksgiving Dinner. You chose the strap color. It looks really nice with black. $24

Zazzle

Chinoiserie Apron

If Thanksgiving is going to be a casual denim day, this pretty print would be perfect.

Etsy

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Trim The Tree: Ornaments & More

 

Now that the frost is on the pumpkins, we move forward to the holidays that are ahead. Many of you trim your tree and deck your halls before Thanksgiving. Having an ornament collection myself, I look at ornaments with a collector's eye. Each one of these are special, and I would love to add any of them to my own tree. You will also enjoy a few special Tree Skirts to complete your look. Get inspired and excited for what's ahead.

 

NYC Central Park Ornament

I can hardly wait to head up to the 6th floor of Bergdorf's later this month. I think this will be mine. Perfect for anyone who loves New York.

Bergdorf Goodman

Cozy Faux Fur Tree Skirt

Faux but fabulous in the coziest of ways. And don't worry if a little egg nog gets spilled. This skirt is washable.

Pottery Barn

Joanna Buchanan Evil Eye

All eyes will be on this jeweled ornament. It's like jewelry for your tree.

Neiman Marcus

Jeweled Snowflake Tree Topper

Make an over the top statement this year with the sparkling snowflake. The beadwork is all done by hand on front and back. So it will look stunning any way you look at it.

Pottery Barn

Black & White Ornaments

A black and white themed tree would be quite striking. These ornaments lend a note to vintage European art and fashion. Affordable.

CB2

Quilted Handbag

A girl can't have too many handbags. Why not adorn her tree with one? Buy it for the girl who appreciates a great accessory.

Furbish Studio

Chinoiserie Monkey Charms

These little monkeys aren't monkeying around. They hang a 5 inches tall and will make a chinoiserie chic statement on the tree.

Furbish

Sequin Ornament Ball Kit

Time on your hands? Start crafting your own ornaments for giving or keeping. Might be a fun project for someone retired or even kids.

Etsy

Pastel Ombre Tree Skirt

This skirt has been handcrafted and beaded for a sparkling statement.

Now 30% off at....

Horchow

Felted Pinecone Set

There is something very special about these. They have an elevated homemade look about them. They are sizeable, too at 6" long. Love the colors.

Anthropologie

12 Days of Christmas Ornaments Set 

Handcrafted from light wood and in the style of artist G. DeBrekht. A lovely gift.

Etsy

 Noel Blue Ornament Collection

Who says that a Blue Christmas is a bad thing?  This set has been known to tempt even the most devoted red-green-and-gold-all-over holiday decorators. It's a 40 piece set. Get the look at....

Frontgate

Fabulous Fabric Ribbons
I have featured this Etsy shop before. Their ribbons are simply gorgeous. Nothing makes a tree look more elegant than the right ribbon. So many colors and patterns to pick.

Shy Myrtle

 Wire Tree Topper

You know what they say, if you don't believe, Christmas doesn't happen. Let Santa know that your household believes in the best of ways. It has been hand welded in the United Kingdom. More choices, including your name! They all ship for free.

The Letter Loft

Jay Strongwater 25th Anniversary Ornament with Stand

For collectors. I have a few of Jay's beautiful ornaments, and they are some of my favorites. The intricate designs are just beautiful. This one is adorned with Swarovski crystals. 

Horchow or Neiman Marcus

Origami Star Ornament

Covered in chic leopard fabric, this star is stunning. I can imagine it in multiples on a tree, or even at every place setting on a holiday table. On sale at

Z Gallerie

Leopard Tree Skirt
Go all out with the leopard theme for a holiday tree that is as chic as can be.

Twig Holiday Designs

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Saturdays At Shop This: Deck The Halls

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I wish that I could say the above room is my own. Truth is not a stocking or ornament is hung yet, but we all need goals, right? Many of you are most likely decking your own halls this weekend. Have a good time and get some inspiration here today.

Speaking of decking the halls........the Bergdorf Goodman 5th Avenue windows are always a holiday highlight for me. I missed them this year at Thanksgiving. The theme for the season is "To New York With Love," celebrating the city's appreciation for the visual arts, history, music, film and more. Click HERE to take a peek.
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If you are trying to create a modern holiday look at home, look no further than CB2. Think disco and metallic trees, matte gold paper, black and white ornaments and more. Best yet, it is all so very affordable.

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This Etsy shop, Bonnie Kaye Studio, creates screen printed home textiles and wrapping papers to encourage a lifestyle of dining in and gifting to others. Her creations are simple yet sensational. Take a look.

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In case you missed it, here's some of my favorite holiday decor in the post Your Holiday Home. That Pom Pom Ribbon is still my fave.

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Don't forget to deck yourself out for the season. Neiman Marcus has over 700 evening looks marked down by up to 40%. 

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Decking the halls for your holiday party? Don't forget the cocktails. Now you can sip in style with these eight Winter Cocktails to enjoy now.
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Celebrating Hanukkah or gifting someone who does? This "Thinking Out of the Box" magnetic Menorah is the cutest thing ever.
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A Chinoiserie Christmas: This ornament from Designs By Laurel Leigh makes a beautiful hostess gift for someone with a traditional or blue and white decor.
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For some of us, decking the halls also includes readying the guest room. Serena & Lily is offering up to 30% off all Bedding, Throws, PJ'S & Robes.  And here are some of my favorite Guest Room Provisions.
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Don't miss Terrain's Winter Shop at Anthropologie. It is chock full of fanciful holiday finds like the most perfect faux Noble Fir Trees, A Stargazer Cascade of Lights, Boxwood Mini Wreaths, Edible Rose Petals and more.
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Can you believe it is December already? The hours and days are ticking on the holiday clock, but let's make it a December to remember. Don't get too busy to appreciate every magical moment.  Have a beautiful weekend, my friends! 

XOXOX
Deb
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2013: The Year Of The Snake

"Gung Hei Fat Choy"

 "Best wishes and Congratulations, have a prosperous and good year."  

Chinese New Year is February 10th.  It's the year of the snake, and I'm excited, as I secretly like snakes.  But more important, it is your year if you were born in Snake 蛇 (1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)

The Red Envelope is customary for enclosing money and offering as gifts of prosperity. Some of the envelopes I have found are really stunning. I'd use them any day of the year. To get you in the mood for your own celebrations, I offer the following sensational snake inspirations.