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Valentine’s Day Gift Giving Ideas

Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas is soon to be on the minds and conversation hearts of those ready to gift with love in mind.

Knowing the likes and loves of your recipient(s) is a huge plus to scoring big points in the Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas game.

Antique Hand Painted Footed Vase Bowl Artist Signed Limoges, France

Roses of red trend toward traditional floral choice of Valentine’s Day, however, non-traditional bouquets strike cupid’s fancy as well.

Dublin Biscuit Box

LOVE-welcome-mat

♥ Flocked ‘Love’ Coir Doormat Natural ♥

Valentine’s Day gifts have long captured the hearts of both the giver and the recipient alike.

Colonial Candle Love Scented Jar Candle, Valentine’s Day Collection, 3 Wick

Heart Aflame Decorative Matches

Traditional colors of red and pink prove chosen winners.

From fine to faux and every price point in between, jewelry rates a great choice.

Custom Engraved Coordinate Necklace Monogram & Name Necklaces

Bulova Men’s Latin Grammy® Modern Special Edition Watch
Bulova Women’s Sutton Diamond Two Tone Stainless Steel Watch

Bijoux Bar Heart Drop Earrings

Orchid Flower Personalized Necklace

Gold Tone Triple Heart Drop Earrings

Custom Engraved Coordinate Necklace

Lab Created White Sapphire Heart Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver

White Sapphire 14K Gold Over Silver Sterling Silver Round Pendant Necklace

Lab Created White Sapphire Sterling Silver 2 Pair Earring Set

1/10 CT. T.W. Genuine White Diamond Sterling Silver Bolo Bracelet

Interlocking Circles White Sapphire Sterling Silver Circle Pendant Necklace

1/2 CT. T.W. Genuine White Diamond Sterling Silver 5.5mm Stud Earrings

Lab Created White Sapphire Sterling Silver 9mm Stud Earrings

Ordered the lab created white Sapphire sterling silver 9mm stud earrings to see if the size and the look make for a fabulous faux pair of travel earrings, and I could not be more pleased with the decision.

Heart-Shaped Red Rose Jewelry Gift Box Case for Ring/Earrings

All wrapped up in a red heart shaped box – ♥ it!

Earring Organizer Box

Once received jewelry pieces can be beautifully organized in this soft gray organizer box perfect for rings, pendants, and chains.

Bunny Heart Couple

Everybunny loves somebunny sometime.

Willstar Handshake Heart Wood Sculpture Wall Sign

Gold Heart Wall Hanging

Vintage Floral Wall Cubby by Ashland®

“Circle of Roses” Frameless Tempered Glass Panel Graphic Fantasy Wall Art

I Pick You Guitar Pick

Bronze Swinging Golfer

Personalized Golf Ball Gift Set

Personalized Leather Bracelet For Men

Duck Polished Brass Trinket Tray

Set your Valentine’s Day and night to music.

Crosley Tribute AM FM Bluetooth Radio

Conversation piece personified, spin your Valentine’s Day or evening with this unique Hi-Fi cutting board- reproduction of a classic LP with completely customizable center label.

Personalized Record Cutting Board

Polo Ralph Lauren Men’s Faux Shearling Lined Leather Slides

Vonmay Men’s Slip On Indoor/Outdoor Slippers

Men’s Popping Into Say Hi Popcorn Pattern Crew Novelty Sock

‘Tis the season for hot and spicy.

Joyspun Women’s Sleepwear Satin Robe

Lveberw Lounge Set

Skechers Cali Pop Ups Slide By Slide Sandal

Women’s Long Sleeve Hearts Sweater

Fine-knit Cardigan

Smile Cotton Jersey T-shirt

Fun is just a fact of fashion, and this metallic heart novelty bag with rhinestone handle is a fun and festive accessory perfect for a white t-shirt and a pink cardigan.

Metallic Heart Novelty Bag With Rhinestone Handle

Summer will be here before you know it, and this most chic pink and green palm print weekender will be a fabulous fit for the season.

Sophia Joy 2-Piece Zip Weekender in Pink and Green Whimsy Palm Fashion

Everything’s coming up roses in my rose scented beauty products garden.

Made In Italy Leather Geometric Bucket Bag

Mollie Bucket Bag 22 In Signature Canvas

I Love Us Throw Pillow

Betsey Johnson Silky Microfiber Printed Sheet Set

Hot times of the weather kind will be here soon naturally sparking ideas of outdoor activities such as dining al fresco.

Milan Red White Modern Plastic Indoor/Outdoor Area Rug

Red and white and chic all over.

Red and White Dining Chair (Set of 2)

The Pioneer Woman Amelia 15.22-Ounce Rose Glass Tumblers, Set of 4

Art Deco Whiskey Glasses – 10 Oz – Set Of 6 Double Old Fashioned

Sappho Bust Lamp

Reese Brass Heart Wall Frame

Hand Casting Kit by Craft It Up!

For him, for her, for home- these Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas are suggested with love in mind.

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Mother’s Day Gift Suggestions

May flowers, fun in the sun, pattern rich accessories and gifts a little off the beaten path make this year’s Mother’s Day gift suggestions list.

Beach weather is here for some and right around the corner for others.

Fun in the sun days go with outdoor activities, and sun worshippers know how harsh the sun can be, ergo the floppy sun hat.

Summer Wide Brim Sun Hat

Scarlett O’Hara immediately came to mind when I first sourced this as it reminds me of the hat she wore to the barbecue at Twelve Oaks.

Women’s LC Lauren Conrad Scallop Straw Floppy Hat

Our next option fits swimmingly in with the scallop trend for summer 2022, and how lovely it will accent and accessorize the one who rides in style.

Huffy Women’s Panama Jack 26″ Cruiser Bike – White

Other spring into summer activities to style such as berry picking or sweet garden times.

Photo by Daiga Ellaby on Unsplash

Assorted Berry Crate by Ashland®

For the gardenista who loves to garden, these Mother’s Day gift suggestions include the Assorted Berry Crate by Ashland® with divided compartments perfect for holding gardening tools and woven baskets for hunt and gather time.

Round Woven Wicker Basket with Handles

Tapered Oval Seagrass Braided Basket

Gardening through the generations builds a lifetime of memories and traditions.

Traditional Linen Apron

Absolutely loving this traditional linen apron with hand embroidered roses for a unique Mother’s Day gift.

Appeal to the unexpected surprises aspect of Mother’s Day gift suggestions by presenting Mom this printed floral botanical pattern throw pillow cover as a Mother’s Day card.

Ruled Journal Gardening – Emily Ley for At-A-Glance

Every garden needs a fairy to accent nature’s bounty and beauty.

Samantha Willow Fairy Garden Statue Figurine in Bronze Patina

Yum!

Beloved Strawberry & Brown Sugar Whipped Body Scrub

Precious times and perhaps announcements of surprise delight grandmothers and grandmothers to be.

How To Babysit A Grandma

Gifts of time.

Bulova Womens Two Tone Stainless Steel Leather Bracelet Watch

Diamonds by design.

18k Two-tone Yellow Goldplated Diamond Accent Greek Key Bangle Bracelet

Dreams.

COACH Dreams Eau de Parfum Spray

Midi and maxi dresses currently reign as the super hot style for oh, those summer nights out on the deck, porch, balcony or patio.

Light Green & White Gingham Tiered Midi Dress

Premier Amour 3/4 Sleeve Off The Shoulder Floral Maxi Dress

Summer is coming, and this little black knit ballet dress is super cute option at a super price.

Women’s Sleeveless Knit Ballet Dress – A New Day™

Options aplenty.

Straw Oval Top Handle Tote Handbag – A New Day™ Natural

Scoop Women’s Large Straw Crescent Crossbody Bag

Bamboo Elisabetta Raffia Handbag

Live a great story and make sure to take note of the people, places and things along the way.

One Question a Day for Moms: Daily Reflections on Motherhood

Pearls have long been a traditional choice of Mother’s Day gift, and when traditional meets new trad the look created is fresh and chic.

T. J. Maxx

Flowers come in all colors and styles for Mother’s Day gift suggestions inspiration.

KAS Avalon Aubusson 5’3 x 7’7 Area Rug in Ivory

OCS Designs 17oz Stainless Steel Tumbler

Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Bowl

Antique RS Germany Cabbage Leaf Porcelain Bowl

Floral and Frill Maxi Skirt

SA Cecelia by Lila Floral Slides

Charlotte Moss Flowers

Flower Drop Earrings

Roses Painting, Flowers Still Life

Winky Lux Cheeky Rose Blush

Modern French Country Chandelier with Handmade Ceramic Flower

Rose Stepstone Dark Walnut

Metal Frame with Floral Border and Stones

The Pioneer Woman Timeless Beauty 3-Quart Dutch Oven in Pink

Well folks, there you have my Mother’s Day gift suggestions.

Happy gifting!

Valentine’s Day Gifts Game Plan

With love in mind and ample time to order, this Valentine’s Day gifts game plan gets to the heart of the matter.

Bountiful bouquets of ideas await your gift giving consideration with this Valentine’s Day gifts game plan gift list for your Valentine with love.

14K Yellow Gold Plated 10mm Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace

Unique jewelry pieces quickly become treasured keepsakes.

Made In Italy 14k Gold Byzantine Band Ring

Eye Candy LA Love, Believe, Hope Triple Bar Pendant Necklace

Genuine White Diamond Sterling Silver Round Bolo Bracelet

Feyarl Vintage Jewelry Box Heart Shaped Trinket Box

For her

COACH Corner Zip Wristlet With Horse And Carriage

Love and marriage, love and marriage, go together like a horse and carriage.

COACH Small Town Bucket Bag In Signature Canvas

Monet Jewelry Compact Mirror

♥ Dahlia & Vines Eau de Parfum Rollerball ♥
♥ Gold Tone Triple Heart Drop Earrings ♥
♥ Floral Bouquet Soap Petals 20 Piece ♥
♥ Coppola Sofia Rosé ♥
♥ Eye Candy LA Love, Believe, Hope Triple Bar Pendant Necklace ♥
♥ goodness & grace Garden Petals 3 Wick Candle ♥
♥ Flex Rose Gold Tone Satin Love Bracelet ♥
♥ Michael Kors Gorgeous! EDP ♥

Vintage Paris & London Bricks

Distinctive finds such as this vintage Marilyn Monroe “The Seven Year Itch” McCormick Bourbon Ceramic Decanter found at Everything But The House often become focal point pieces of interest.

Hall Porcelain Clem Harvey Spirits Liquor Bottle

Keep an eye out for vintage decanters on auction sites and resale shops as they make wonderful gifts as a liquor decanter accessory for the very on trend 2022 home bar, conversation piece, or collectible accent.

The Inn at Kenmore Hall – One Kings Lane

Dining in is in these days.

How about a picnic lunch or home cooked romantic dinner planned, prepped, and prepared for two served on the porch, al fresco under a tree in the yard, on the patio or balcony, or inside by the fire built for two?

The Pioneer Woman Timeless Beauty Cast Iron 3-Quart Dutch Oven, Pink

Dear Cupid,

Please present to me this pretty in pink Dutch oven.

Thank you, and Happy Valentine’s Day,

Darleen

Emile Henry French Ceramic Ruffled Heart Dish

Nathalie Lete Charmante Dinner Plate

Perfect for serving sweets to the sweet, a vintage hand-painted plate makes a beautiful keepsake after dinner present as well.

Simply gorgeous.

Vintage Hand Painted Plate

Options grant the giver leeway to reinterpret and build upon traditional Valentine’s Day favorites.

Decorative boxes and vases enhance the presentation as well as complement floral bouquets purchased from your local grocery store floral department.

Emma and Edward Altered Art Portraits

A rose is a rose is a rose is a rose~

LEGO Flower Bouquet Building Kit

As always, please drink responsibly

I ♥ us gifts aim cupid’s arrow right at the heart of the matter.

Custom Couple Portrait

Love Poems for Married People by John Kenney (Hardcover)

I Love Us Throw Pillow

Gold Heart Shaped Milagro Box || Sacred Heart, Rhinestone M, Heart Milagro

Hers

Stoneware ‘Je T’aime’ Mug

His

Stoneware Best Person Ever Color Splash Mug – Threshold™

Community Coffee hits the java jackpot just in time for Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras coffee talk times.

Community Coffee® – Kroger

Say it with a decorative throw pillow, slides, chocolates and music.

Love Pillow

Set your Valentine’s Day night to music.

Otis Redding Love Songs

For him

Helix Gold Metal Vinyl Record Storage

Better Homes & Gardens Large Wood and Poly Rattan Cane Weave Storage Crate

Men’s 2-Pc. Polo Red Eau de Parfum Gift Set

Dublin Red Coasters

Unique accents and accessories for home or office make a lasting impression and style statement.

Chloe Tiffany Style Mission Design Blackish/Bronze Table Lamp

Thuya Burl Hinged Box

Metal & Faux Leather Mail Sorter Tan/Brass – Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia

Grey 3-Wick Soy Candle

HomArt Large Decorative Cigar Matches

Working with a theme gives you a good base to begin with.

I Love You to the Moon and Back by Amelia Hepworth (Board Book)

John F. Kennedy Full Portrait on Canvas

The Atlas of Bourbon and American Whiskey – by Eric Zandona (Hardcover)

Perhaps not his idea of a slinky little something, but this blast from the past goodie made a big splash in the Christmas stockings of the men of Places In The Home.

Slinky

The Original Slinky Walking Spring Toy, Metal Slinky

Another Christmas to Valentine’s Day gift idea is this Lodge Cast Iron Buffalo Nickel Skillet paired with Texas brand mixes, sauces and ribeye steaks.

Lodge 10.25″ Cast Iron Buffalo Nickel Skillet

Our nephew, the loyal Texan who was the gift recipient, declared it a Texas-sized hit!

Included is packages of Texas style cornbread mixes, hot sauces and seasonings, and two Texas sized beef ribeye steaks.

Wrap it up in a collapsible fabric cube storage bin and embellish accordingly.

Antique style skeleton keys are a great for him gift wrap embellishment; one that says you have the key to my heart in true Valentine’s Day fashion.

Maud Borup Falling Fore You Valentine’s Day White Chocolate Golf Balls – 2.1oz

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and I hope this Valentine’s Day gifts game plan proves helpful in your pursuit of the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.

Deck The Halls Holiday Gift Guide 2021

Happy Holidays, readers and friends! On that note, may I present the annual Places In The Home Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Guide 2021.

Taking all things house that make a home into consideration and mixing in gifts for her and for him, this year’s gift guide is a balance of personal style finds and home decor accents and accessories for the decorista minded all I want for Christmas list.

Martha Stewart – Hannah Hudson Photography

Color plays a vital role in our taste preferences, and traditional holiday color choices play beautiful with fabulous new to the palette tones and hues thrown in for good and splendid measure.

Sounds beautiful to me!

Wrap up a home for the holidays and beyond treasure in traditional holiday colors, add a splash of focal brilliance, neatly top and trim in velvet ribbon and bows, and prepare to delight and impress.

Let’s holiday gift guide 2021, shall we?

Vintage Chandelier Light Fixture Farmhouse Crystal Ceiling Light – Rustic

I have the same philosophy about statement chandeliers that I do about wearing makeup- stand out for all the right reasons.

Be noticeable, but not garish.

19th Century French Carved and Painted Buffet with Carved Roses

Amelie Wall Mirror in Gold

Freshly decked out for the holidays in green and gold.

My attraction to center door knob placement is traced back to the front doors of the apartment in the beloved television series Family Affair.

6ft. Tall Double Sided Fancy Door Panel Canvas Room Divider

Jenna 31 in. Dark Red Stacked Ball Table Lamp with Off-White Shade (Set of 2)

2021 Christmas with Southern Living Inspired Ideas for Holiday Cooking & Decorating

Hershey’s Kiss= the holidays.

Candy Dish, Red Hershey’s Kiss Box

Williams-Sonoma Peppermint Bark Sampler

Stunning!

Carrie Underwood – My Gift (Target Exclusive, Vinyl)

Holiday for Her:

Nathalie Lete Charmante Dinner Plate
Godinger Red Salt & Pepper Shakers
Pinecone Cut Decanter
Plaid Smoking Loafers
Michael Kors Watch
Santa Socks
Faux Fur Pom Pom Hat
BEARPAW® Suede Sheepskin Pom Pom Boot
Voluspa Japonica Goji Tarocco Orange Large Embossed Glass Candle
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Lipstick Balm

Holiday for Him:

Kikkerland Tabletop Bowling Table Game
Designworks Ink On the Rocks Glass
Cotton Truck and Tree Sweater
Mens Quilted Puffer Jacket
Deer Stags® Plaid Nordic Clog
Duke Cannon Supply Co. Frothy the Beer Man Gift Set – 3pk
Andes Creme de Menthe & Peppermint Crunch Thins Gift Box
Dopp Kit
Sony Portable Bluetooth Speaker Waterproof

Crosley Faux Leather Cruiser Deluxe Ostrich Bluetooth Record Player

Jonathan Adler Safari Shaped Foil Puzzle

Antique Gold Hare Table Lamp With Green Velvet Shade

Nakisha Velvet Square Bean Bag Ottoman by Christopher Knight Home

Our Canadian snowbird has flown home (well, to Texas) for the winter and beyond which means new digs to furnish.

Let’s Play Boxed Notecards

Sourcing items to share with you all often benefits members of the family as is the case with this Cherokee Strawberry Blush Stonewash Printed Cotton Accent Rug.

Cherokee Strawberry Blush Stonewash Printed Cotton Accent Rug

Affordability aligns with need, color, pattern and texture, and in the cart it goes.

Most Wonderful Time by PI Holiday Collection – Decorative Throw Pillow

What would the Places In The Home Holiday Gift Guide 2021 be without that touch of pink.

10″ Glass, Resin LED Sweet Dreams Globe

Pink Faux Fur Poncho

Burcu Kokmazyurek Botanical Garden VIIIB Rectangular Cutting Board

Inspiration is everywhere, and I love the Pinterest show and tell.

Gifts For The Deck The Halls Decorista is a holiday gift guide 2021 visual showcase for holiday gift ideas for the Deck the Halls Decorista.

Animal Instincts Black And White Mate Poster Print by Jace Grey

FYI:

According to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics, holiday shoppers are planning to spend $977.73 on holiday gifts and non-gift purchases with an emphasis on gifts for family and friends and food or décor purchases.

What say you?

Leopard-Print Glitter Clutch

Click here to head over to the complete Pinterest Gifts For The Deck The Halls Decorista board where you can check out my fabulous and festive finds of the season and resource information.

You can also shop the sidebar full of holidays into winter season selections.

Merry shopping!

Mother’s Day Gift Giving Ideas

As May approaches Mother’s Day gift giving ideas come to mind.

Rose Stepstone Dark Walnut

Delicate.

Delightful.

Distinctive.

The Pioneer Woman Floral Nonstick Cast Cakelet Pan

Flowers and a mother’s love share a common thread.

Patterned Satin Scarf in Cream Floral

Inspiration for this post begins with The Art of Flowers from the editors of Victoria Magazine.

Victoria: The Art of Flowers (Hardcover)

Winky Lux Cheeky Rose Blush

Gorgeous carries through from garden to table.

House & Garden Indoor/Outdoor Hydrangea Print Tablecloth

Petal Fiber Flower-Shaped Placemat

Rose Coasters in Classic Blue and White

April showers bring this May flowers canvas art print perfect for a lasting Mother’s Day gift.

Painted Potted Flowers Canvas Art Print

NEST New York Mini Perfume Oil Set

Simple yet stylish, the very cute and affordable Women’s Backless Printed Loose Strap Dress wears well for a spring or summer day out and about.

Women’s Backless Printed Loose Strap Dress

lonna & lilly Gold-Tone Pavé, Mother-of-Pearl & Leather Necklace

Absolutely gorgeous accurately describes these Nicola Bathie Austen earrings.

Nicola Bathie Austen Earrings

Once a theme is established, the ideas begin to flow.

I hope one or more of these Mother’s Day gift giving ideas results in a gift she will love.

Deck the Halls Decorista Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday gift guide inspiration kicks off this second week of December.

With the shopping and shipping days left until Christmas growing ever closer, The Places In The Home Gifts for the Deck the Halls Decorista holiday gift guide is primed and ready to lend an idea or two for your deck the halls gift giving needs.

We’ve got a wide range of gift ideas for the halls, entryways, bedrooms, home offices, nooks, places and spaces that make up house and home.

Let’s begin with the gift of home as in a hand drawn house sketch of your home sweet home.

Folks, Dave and I did this for my brother and my parents several Christmases ago and it was a huge holiday gift hit.

The local artist also created custom notecards from the images based on the photo shoot(s) of their homes.

Hand Drawn Original House Sketch

Collecting vintage portrait paintings is my new decorative accessory passion.

Unknown subjects in the beginning become familiar family members over time, adding a sense of curated intrigue to your decor.

Vintage Mid-Century Portrait of Blond Young Girl Signed Painting

File this next holiday gift guide suggestion under S for stunning.

Hand Carved Wood Chairs

This set of hand carved wood chairs is this decorista’s dream Christmas gift.

Josh Young Design

James Dean The Rebel Urban Poster Print

Ruffled chenille pillow shams is always an appropriate gift giving theme to go with.

Pure Linen Duvet Cover ‘Diane’ with Ruffles and Ties

Flower Magazine | Styling by Margaret Zainey Roux
Photography by Sara Essex Bradley | Interior design by Alix Rico

French Louis XVI Style Gilt Painted Trumeau

Music-Themed Trumeau Mirror

Pamper yourself with a holiday-at-home spa treatment of sorts with the Estee Lauder Life & Glow Skincare Gift Set.

Estee Lauder 4-Pc. Lift & Glow Skincare Gift Set

We see, touch, hear, taste, and smell the beauty, love, joy, excitement, c’est si bon, and scents that nudge a cherished memory from Christmas past as well as serving as the catalyst for new experiences sure to become traditions.

Wrapping holiday gifts to rival artistic perfection is simpler than you think.

Deviate from the traditional with colors, textures, and patterns suited to the theme of the gift(s), giver(s), and/or recipient(s).

Striking in both color and pattern, this toile nursery rhyme gift wrapping paper makes a lovely presentation.

Toile Nursery Rhyme Reversible Gift Wrapping Paper

Add embellishments such as fresh greenery, velvet or silk ribbon, and top it off with a chic ornament and you are good to go.

State-themed gifts give home for the holidays a whole new meaning.

High Chancellor Crocwell Portrait Serving Tray

Audubon on Louisiana – by Ben Forkner (Hardcover)

Well-appointed accessories used in the busy blogging- working-working from home-creating-planning-scheduling-balancing act lives we lead need not be plain, boring or ugly.

Music and a stylish bluetooth speaker to stream it through is a necessary tool of the blogging trade.

JBL – GO 2 Portable Bluetooth Speaker – Gold

Gift the on-the-go decorista with this hot or cold beverage Spode Blue Italian Travel Mug.

Spode’s Blue Italian features a detailed Italian countryside scene with an 18th century Imari Oriental border.

Classic and gorgeous wrapped up in one lovely gift.

Ceramic Vase

Desk accessories unique in form and presence serve as a catchall and catch the eye accent.

Home Sweet Maison: The French Art of Making a Home
by Danielle Postel-Vinay

Pattern on parade best describes these next gift guide recommendations.

Lana’s Shop S/10 Zebra Note Cards

Gold Leopard Glam Table Lamp – (Set of 2 )

Erin Gates by Momeni Acadia Animal Print Faux Hide Area Rug

Bringing this fashionista meets decorista favorite out of media retirement seems stylishly appropriate for the holidays.

Style Me Pretty

Traditional holiday parties may be out of vogue this holiday season, but I say seize the holiday moment, dress up in sparkle and shine finery, and throw a ’tis the season soiree for you and yours at chez moi.

Tulle Skirt

Faux Fur Collar Wrap Stole

Big Letter Necklace by Caitlyn Minimalist

Pop on over to Pinterest to see the other goodies on my Gifts for the Deck the Halls Decorista holiday gift guide.

Happy Holiday Shopping!

Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas

With the closings, limitations, concerns, and interruptions in the normal Mother’s Day celebration ideas and retail shopping routine, Mother’s Day will be somewhat different this year, and that’s not a bad thing.

Necessity is the mother of invention.

Curbside pick-up is a helpful, healthier, and convenient option (don’t spread the germs, but spread the tip love to our hero clerks) for these Mother’s Day celebration ideas gifts and ingredients.

Going out to eat at a restaurant is out for this year, so we’re considering hosting a picnic complete with social distancing etiquette.

Warmer afternoons and sunny May days invite a picnic to the list of Mother’s Day celebration ideas.

Besides, a picnic spread gives me the perfect gift idea.

Better Homes & Gardens Hannalore Quilt

One can never have enough romantic floral quilts in soft tones and shades of pink and green reminiscent of an English garden.

The Better Homes & Gardens Hannalore Quilt from Walmart is picnic perfect for a Mother’s Day spread and a lovely from me to you picnic parting gift.

Plastic Dinner Plate – Room Essentials™

Included in our picnic basket is a set of plastic dinner plates and gingham check napkins.

DII Pink & White Reversible Gingham Check Napkin Set, 4 Pieces

Melamine is outdoor entertaining friendly, and offers an array of color and pattern choices.

Lenox® Butterfly Meadow® Melamine Small Butterfly Trays (Set of 2)

Inspired by the hibiscus plant my brother recently gifted me, I’ll be serving hibiscus peach tea with fresh lemon slices and fresh mint.

If you’re looking for an impressive taste of spring dish for a Mother’s Day brunch, lunch, snack or supper, Strawberry Watermelon Chicken Salad served with a light homemade basil dressing from Sandy aka Reluctant Entertainer is a standout dish.

Click HERE to get her divine recipe.

Agnes Pie Dish By Anthropologie

Bacon and Cheddar Grits Quiche is the best of Southern light fare, or at least our idea of it.

Bacon and Cheddar Grits Quiche

Ingredients

6 thick bacon slices

2 ¼ cups milk

2 tablespoons butter

½ cup uncooked stone-ground grits

2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

1 teaspoon black pepper, divided

2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

6 large eggs

2 ½ cups half-and-half

1 cup heavy cream

1/3 cup sliced green onions

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon; drain and crumble. Transfer 2 tsp. bacon drippings to a saucepan.

Bring drippings, milk, and butter to a boil over medium heat. Gradually whisk in grits, 1 tsp. salt, and ½ tsp. pepper; cook, whisking constantly, 15 minutes or until very thick. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in 1 cup cheese; let stand 10 minutes. Stir in 1 egg; spread in a 9-inch springform pan coated with cooking spray.

Bake at 350° for 25 minutes or until set and browned. Sprinkle remaining 1 ½ cups cheese over warm grits, spreading to edges. Let stand 15 minutes.

Reduce oven temperature to 325°. Combine half-and-half, cream, onions, and remaining 5 eggs, 1 tsp. salt, and ½ tsp. pepper. Pour over grits; sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Place pan on a foil-lined baking sheet.

Bake at 325° for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until lightly browned and just set. Let stand 20 minutes. Run a sharp knife around edges of quiche; remove sides of pan.

-Southern Living

Dave the Builder presented me with a bouquet of garden gardenias picked on his late evening walk around the grounds of Places In The Home (the backyard).

His Mother’s Day celebration ideas gesture is a gift to the senses.

Vintage pitchers and crystal rose bowls full of fresh cut gardenias make a pretty sight, and the intoxicating scent floats throughout the entire house.

I am so pleased with the look created with this arrangement of peonies from the Kroger floral department (included in our pick-up grocery order) paired with a variety of fresh cuttings that I’m adding it to my Mother’s Day celebration ideas portfolio.

The cost is minimal, the effort simple, and the finished result a visual gift to the eye.

I’m excited to try this Rose and Lemon Layer Cake recipe from Victoria Magazine made with lemon curd, lemon zest, and rose water.

With the help of a pastry bag fitted with a large fluted tip, oodles of delicate rose frosting rosettes complete this dessert stunner.

Creative Mother’s Day celebration ideas show love and gratefulness in ways beyond retail.

In Holiday Style Hostess Gifts

I don’t know about y’all, but I’m ready to get the holiday style hostess gifts party started.

Sharing the finds on my holiday style hostess gifts list and moodboard (yes, I mock up gift boards) with Mama Places In The Home proved a source of match game inspiration and direction.

I’m a firm believer in head to toe house to home style, and in this season of gathering and gifting I like to give items that hit the holiday hostess style high note.

There’s Something About Lilac on Tumblr

Hostess gift etiquette works off the theory of appreciation as the hostess/host strives to make every detail of the gathering perfect and memorable, and here’s where party guest gratitude comes in.

Tokens of appreciation need not be extravagant or expensive to be thoughtful and stylish.

Josh Young – Domino

Spot accents and accessories in animal print chic are always in season.

Safavieh Handmade Soho Yamina Leopard N.Z. Wool Rug – 2′ x 3′

Victoria Magazine

The House of Scalamandre Animal Pillow Cover

‘Tis the season for hosting and attending holiday celebrations, and that means dressing for the occasion in holiday style.

Framed Leopard Day To Evening Bag

Pomp and pizzazz holiday season activities comes but once a year, and it’s a magical time to revel in a little glitz and glamour in all shapes, sizes, types, and tastes.

Small Antique Gold Trinket Box with Handle

Martha Stewart

Bowknot Back Crop Ribbed Knit Top in Black

My Secret Garden Tulle Maxi Skirt in Red

Southern Living

Diamonart 2 CT. T.W. White Cubic Zirconia Sterling Silver Star Drop Earrings

Yves Saint Laurent Mon Paris Eau de Parfum Spray

The Complete Novels of Jane Austen

Fragrance for home and hostess.

Color, texture, and pattern shines in the holiday style hostess gift ideas spotlight.

Midwest Living

CeCe Off the Shoulder Satin Finish Blouse with Halter Bow Sash Detail

How They Decorated Inspiration from Great Women of the Twentieth Century

Cook Like a Pro : Recipes and Tips for Home Cooks – by Ina Garten (Hardcover)

Ina cooks and entertains like the pro she is.

Etched Floral Wine Glasses, Set of 4 Created for Macy’s

Fashion jewelry and/or a classic fashion piece in seasonal colors as a hostess gift?

Esmeralda Emerald Green Rhinestone Statement Bracelet
Vince Camuto Dark Moss Green Button Hinge Bangle Bracelet

Friends love to gift the gift of sparkle and shine.

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Blue and white makes a grand holiday style presentation.

Journee Collection Loxley Women’s High Heels

Blue and white makes a grand holiday style presentation.

Geometric Ginger Jar Gift Wrap Sheets

Adelaide Faux Fur Pillow

Venus Fluted Glass Hurricane Candle Holders
Tie Dye Throw, 60″ x 50″

Bistro Tile Bread Plates, Set of 4

It’s the most wonderful gift giving time of the year.

Complete the home for the holidays sentiment with stylish and chic in holiday style hostess gifts for home and hostess.

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