Sweet Nothings: Valentine's Gifts Under $50

 

Sometimes it is the smallest gesture that means the most. With Valentine's just days away, it's time to express your love. These sweet nothings won't break the bank, but they are sure to to melt hearts. Find a little something for all of your loves. The entire edit says "I Love You."

Stoneware Vanity Tray

Perfect for your besties, mom, or sister.

$ 23

Anthropologie

Punch Needle Cushion Cover

Perfect for a teen girl's bedroom. $30

H & M

Leather Heart Bookmark

Perfecttion for the book lover and teachers. $25

Etsy

Printworks Love Photo Album

Create a memory for those you love. Put together a thoughtful gift in pictures. $39

Printworks

Scalamandre Men's Zebra Socks

For the dandy dresser. An iconic print for those men in the know. $24

Over The Moon

Frozen Wine Slushie Mix
Something different for the wine lover. Just add wine! $16

UncommonGoods

Kate McLeod Body Stone

A deeply moisturizing soft stone that makes for a marvelous massage. The scent, Sweet Blossom, is soft and slightly sweet. It's made with natural ingredients. $38 Free Shipping from...

Nordstrom

Henry Handwork Kiss Hand Towel
A chic and cheeky host gift for any occasion $32

Over The Moon

Mark & Graham Sweaters

Any fur baby will melt hearts in these Valentine's Day Sweaters. Priced from $35 - $50 Add personalization for $17.

Mark & Graham

The Ultimate Bead Kit

One of Oprah's favorite things in 2025. 

Tweens and young teens will love this fun set. $48

Baublebar

Acacia Wood Spoon Set

Kiss the cook and gift them with these stylish spoons. For the cook in your life. $34.95

Crate and Barrel

Leather Notebooks

Crafted in Italy, these books make a luxe little gift. Priced $10 and $15.

Jayson Home

Illustrated iPhone Case
Just add the note "Call Me Maybe." $38

A Thing Created at Etsy

Soapstone Black Heart Bowl

It's small ( 4"x 5"}but stylish. I just love it. $28

Jayson Home

Mexican Hot Chocolate Set

This set is authentically good. Perfect for the chocolate lover, and oh so delicious! Mix with warm milk. $24
Verve Culture

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Valentine's Day: Kid's Edition

Valentine's Day Kids Edition

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It's so much fun to spread a little happiness to all of the kiddos we love. They are sweet and so excited over the smallest surprises. This gift edit will keep them entertained, cozy and feeling loved. 

Hanna Andersson Valentine PJ'S

Kids love their jammies, and they will adore these lovable  organic cotton styles. They are selling fast, so don't dilly dally. On sale $33

Hanna Andersson

XOXO Baseball Hat

As sweet as can be for toddler & Little Kids. $36. Ships for free from...

Nordstrom

 

Personalized Board Book 

What a beautiful keepsake. This personalized and custom book will make your little one feel special and loved. $29.99

Amazon

Rockland Jr. Suitcase

Give them their own set of wheels!

Oh the places they will go with this hard sided case. $38

Amazon

Conversation Hearts Crayons

Give the kiddos something to talk about! Besides being adorable, these are handmade with non-toxic crayons. $18.95

Etsy

Meri Meri Heart Suitcase Set

A set for your little sweethearts. It's a Liberty London print that is as pretty as a pcture.
Meri Meri

Heartbreaker Tee Shirt

Aren't they all? In sizes 12 Months - 7 $27 - $29

Maisonette  and  Nordstrom

Storage Basket

We have played enough today, time to put the toys away. Remember that song? Darling for a child's room, and super cute in multiples. $14.99

H & M

Kiss Print Onesie

Can a baby have too many kisses? I think not. Shop this sweet collection of sleepers, blankets, and gifts. The onesie is made from bamboo. $36

Caden Lane

Valerie Valentine Bear

What a little sweetie! They will love having Valerie as a heartwarming playmate. $29 & Ships For Free.

Pottery Barn Kids

Personalized Chocolate Heart 

Break hearts in the sweetest way. Last year's version was a best seller. How fun to use the included wooden hammer to break open the heart to find even more candy! Big kids and adults, too, will love this. $44.95

Williams Sonoma

Jellycat Heart Dragon

This brand designs the cuddliest, coolest, and cutest critters. It's even a thing with teen girls. This darling dragon is sold out many places.  It is pricey, but huge and so adorable. $75

Crate & Kids 

Pearl Heart Denim Jacket

For cool girls who love pearls. Just in and ready for Spring! For 2T - 12. $88

Maisonette

Kids Air Mattress

Be the fave Aunt, Uncle, Grandma, Grandpa, and see how often the kiddos want to sleepover. So fun for sleepovers! Other colors and patterns. $79

FUNBOY

Strawberry & Cream Whipped Soap

Bathtime fun! Made without sulphates and parabens. Just pure decadent pampering with coconut oil., shea butter, fragrance oils, glycerin, and water. The kids will love it, and so will you. $13

Maisonette

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The Teen Girl Gift Guide

Holiday Host Giift Guide

 

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With Thanksgiving around the corner, it's time to stock the gift closet. If you are invited for turkey dinner or any holiday affair, please don't go empty handed.  Bringing a bottle of wine is nice, but so expected. With a little imagination and good taste, you'll be invited back again! Priced from $20 -$135.

Espresso Cup Gift Set
Looking for a $20 gift?  They are hard to find, but here you go. Pretty porcelain cups and saucers in a very giftable box are perfect for hosts, teachers, and almost everyone you know. $19.99 

H+ M

Baccarat X Kim Seybert

A classy (and glassy) way to say thank you and merry merry.Made of glass and beads. $135

Bergdorf Goodman

Dog Puffer Scarf

For hosts with a dog. The way to a host's heart is thru their fur baby. $29 Personalize it for $15

Mark  Graham

Entertaining By Martha Stewart

Back on the bookshelves this month, for the first time since 1982. This is the book that started it all. Any host or entertainer would love to have it. $47.

Amazon

Milano Cocktail Shaker

This modern and stylish shaker has a bit of edge with the faceted lines.Very good looking $59

CB2

Champagne Ornament Set

Handmade and mouth blown in Germany. Because two champagnes are better thann one. $32

The Webster

Honeycomb Marble Salad Servers

Loving the beautiful bee detailing. These are worthy of a haute host! $70

Williams Sonoma

Gilded Mr. & Mrs. Muse Mug

Perfect for the host or hostess! $35

Jonathan Adler

Marble Petal Cheese Board

The one piece perfect for any kitchen. It's made from natural marble, and is a practical but pretty gift. $39. Make it even more special with a monogram for $15.

Mark & Graham

Tivoli Platter

The prettiest platter with a pop of pattern. I can imagine filling the platter with cookies and leaving all of it for your host. It's hand crafted stoneware and food safe. $40

Jayson Home

Cedric Cheese Knives

Upgrade their Charcuterie board with these handsome horn servers. $28 each

Jayson Home

Piano Candle Holder Set

A very tasteful set that will go with any decor. The holders have been made in Portugal and the candles in France $70

Sezane Paris

Sydney Hale Candle

Every one of these candles are simply fabulous.  This one is Fir & Blue Sage. I had the occasion to see and experience the scents of all of his candles in Bedford, NY last weekend. Even unlit the scents were special. You can't go wrong with any of them, but the Fir and Blue Sage offers notes of grapefruit and crisp fir. It's fresh and complex. $38

Terrain

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Fall Hosting For Less

Host Gifts For Labor Day & Beyond

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Have you received your invites yet? Labor Day weekend is such a terrific time to gather friends and family. If you have RSVP'd already, it's time to pick up something special for your hosts. Your gift doesn't have to be extravagant, just thoughtful. This edit features gifts starting at $13. Any one of them will get you invited back. 

Stainless Steel & Walnut Double Jigger

You simply can't find a better looking host gift for this price than this. It's very Instagram worthy! $12.95

CB2

French Bloom Le Scarf And Le Rosé 

Have you noticed that more and more people are not drinking these days? This is for them. A limited edition collaboration that is brilliant! The scarf is 100% silk satin, and the Rosé is 100% delicious and non-alcoholic. $79.

The Webster

Guest Book
If they entertain regularly, this is a gorgeous gift. It's presented in the prettiest way, and makes a chic coffee table book. On sale for $17.49 Normally $35.

The Container Store

French Lavender

Treat them to the scents of rolling lavender fields in France. Your hosts won't have to stop and arrange these in water. They are simply beautiful as they are....dried.  I can imagine the bouquet in the powder room or guest bedroom. $34

Shop Terrain

 

Olive Wood Box Grater
I have always wanted one. It's perfect for the chef and entertainer. $40

Revolve

A4 Notebook
Give them a little joy and a lot of happiness with this tres chic cloth bound notebook. $40

Sezane Paris

Joanna Buchanan Lucky Charm Cocktail Straws

For fancy hosts. I always like to drink my cocktails with a straw. These are just "charming." $128

Joanna Buchanan or Neiman Marcus

on sale at Horchow { $96 }

The Essentials Seafood Tools

I need these! If they like to entertain big, do lowcountry boils, clambakes and more, this is the gift! Love the fun packaging. $65

Revolve

Sword Martini Pick Set

For those hosts who like their cocktails "shaken, not stirred." There are 4 brass picks included. $34

Tuckernuck

Printworks Cheese Tools
It's hard to go to a party that isn't featuring cheese or charcuterie. This set is apropos for any event. It's on major sale now for $27.49. $55 everywhere else.

The Container Store

Happy Days Photo Album
A thoughtful gift that doubles as a photo album and coffee table book. It's cloth-bound. On sale for $21 Regularly $30

The Container Store

Velvet Oven Mitts
For fancy foodies and chic chefs. I own a pair. They are pretty enough to leave out. $23

CB2

Geometric Shaped Candles

A favorite gift of mine. Priced from $23 -$28. You can choose scented or unscented. it's a winning gift either way.

Etsy

Lucite Pop Tray With Handles
Cheers to cocktails with friends. A perfect gift for the host with a good sense of humor. Designed by artist and photographer, Joanie Landau. $120

Joanie Landau Designs

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