A Guide to Holiday Shopping at Grace

Ah, holiday shopping.  There are times when you've had the perfect gift for someone picked out since July... and then there are times when you are absolutely, completely, totally stumped.  If you identify with the latter, Grace is here to help.  We've put together a little guide full of gift ideas for all your shopping conundrums, so you can stop stressing and start celebrating.  Enjoy!

For the hostess...

 



Headed to a holiday party?  We have lots of ideas for hostess gifts...

• Simpatico hobnail candles ($35 each): In seven different scents and colors, there's one for absolutely everyone.
• Shannon Martin napkins and coasters ($8 for napkin set, $12 for coaster set): The retro pictures and funny quotes are sure to entertain future party guests.
• Books (prices vary): With everything from recipes and crafts to quotes and photography, a book about something the hostess is interested in makes a sincere thank-you for the invite.
• Stonewall Kitchen food products (prices vary): You could either bring these for the party or for the hostess to enjoy on her own... after all, she'll need some R&R later on!

 

For the man in your life...

 

If you've ever thought that Grace is just for women, think again!  We recently introduced a small men's section, and there's plenty to find in the rest of the store as well.

• Men's hats, gloves and scarves (hats, $20-$24; gloves, $15; scarves, $16): Give the gift of warmth and style with classic scarves, gloves, and hats (including fedoras and newsboy caps). 
• FunkyChunky snack mixes ($15 each): Combine pretzels, chips, popcorn, caramel and chocolate, and what do you get?  Perfection.
• Darth Vader and Son ($14.95): Perfect for the Star Wars fan, this picture book hilariously follows Darth Vader and a four-year-old Luke Skywalker through familiar parenting dilemmas.
• A Letter To my Dog ($24.95): This book, full of heartwarming photos & letters that celebrities and other contributors have written to their dogs, is a great gift for a dog lover.

For the teacher...
 

 

Show some love to the people who help your kids learn!  Here are a few thoughtful gift ideas...

• Decomposition books ($4-$12): Great for jotting down notes big and small, these beautifully printed notebooks are made from 100% recycled materials.
• Christmas ornaments (prices vary): Even if your teacher doesn't celebrate Christmas, our ornaments would be beautiful incorporated into any kind of home decor.
• Stonewall Kitchen pretzel bark ($15.95): A unique treat that is simply to die for, you can't go wrong with a lovely box of dark chocolate salted pretzel bark.  
• Quotable cards & frames ($2.95 for card, $12 for frame): Perfect for the little ones' teachers - have your kiddo write a note to his or her teacher in one of the cards, then pair it with a frame for a memorable display.

For the stocking...

 

Need a few stocking stuffers?  We've got you covered with little items that are some of Grace's top sellers.

• Olivina hand cremes ($10 each): Available in olive, pomegranate, fig and orange clove, these decadent lotions smell fantastic and are great to throw in a purse.
• Recycled flip-flop bracelets ($1 each): These cute bangles are bright, eco-friendly and great to stack together.
• Poo-Pourri bathroom spray ($8 for small, $18 for large):  "Spritz on the bowl before you go, and no one else will ever know!" says the bottle.  Believe us when we say that this gift is at once funny and tremendously useful.
• Knock Knock sticky notes ($4 each): Emblazoned with exclamations like "CRAP," "WTF," "OMG" and "DUH," these little notepads will brighten up anyone's day.

For the person who has everything...
 

 

 

If there's someone on your list who is difficult to shop for, let us make things easier with these great items.

• Fleece-lined leggings ($20 each): These leggings are a must-have for any winter wardrobe, and since they're one-size-fits-all, there's no guesswork needed.
• Pinch Provisions Minimergency kits ($26 each): No one should leave home without one of these kits!  Stocked up with 52 essential items (like hairspray, earrings backs and stain remover), these kits are true lifesavers.
• Primivites by Kathy box signs (prices vary): Find one with a message that will ring true to the recipient, and you've got an instant, heartfelt gift.
• Spa essentials (prices vary): From mani-pedi kits to exfoliating bath mitts, we have a nice selection of spa items for the home.  Package them together and treat your pal to a relaxing day in.  

 

As always, if you're still puzzled about a gift, stop by Grace and we'll be happy to help!

Grace Girl Picks: Rachel R.

Welcome back!  We're finishing up our eight days of Grace Girl/Guy Picks with co-owner Rachel R.'s favorite items in the store.  Not only does she love these items, but she's also partly responsible for having them in the store in the first place.  Clearly this is one Grace Girl with great taste - read on to find out what she suggests!

Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan

Chalk Paint™: paint, $38.95.  Dark/clear wax, $28.95 each.  Small brush
(pictured), $29.95.  Medium brush, $39.95.  Large brush, $58.95.

"It's great for DIY." - Rachel R.

A lot of people (including us!) have been very excited about Grace carrying Chalk Paint™, and with good reason.  Rachel says it best: "Every Christmas when I am going all crazy trying to get my house holiday-ready, I feel the need to paint something totally last minute.  Now with Annie Sloan, it's no problem.  My husband is also a huge fan since he painted the bathroom last Christmas Eve... no priming, no sanding, just paint away!"  And this paint isn't just for big projects - since you can use it on almost any surface, it would be perfect for personalizing a gift.  Try fixing up a great junk shop find, like a tray or picture frame, with a quick coat of paint and some wax.  It's a win-win gift; the recipient gets a beautiful, customized piece, and you get to keep the rest of the paint for yourself!

Olivina body care

Olivina: 10 oz. olive hand/body lotion, $24.  Olive bath soap, $10.  Hand
crème (left to right: pomegranate, olive, orange & clove, fig): $10.    

"Super moisturizing, not greasy and smells divine." - Rachel R.

Winter, a.k.a. hand lotion season, is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than by stocking up on some fabulous Olivina products?  The cute little hand crèmes smell amazing and are the perfect size to toss in a purse or a stocking for Christmas.  You could also impress holiday house guests by putting the hand/body lotion, body wash, and bath soap in a little basket for them in the bathroom.  Just a word to the wise: you're going to want to keep some for yourself, too! 

Thanks for checking in with us each day to see all our favorite things!  This series of blog posts may be over, but our Grace Girl/Guy Picks signs in the store will stay put to make your shopping a breeze.  We've had a blast sharing our favorite Grace items with you and we hope you feel energized and inspired about your holiday shopping.  And remember to mark your calendars - December 13th is the first day of our 12 Days of Christmas promotion!  You can sign up for our emails if you haven't already either on the right side of this page or at our Facebook page.  We can't wait to see you soon for some great holiday deals! 

Grace Girl Picks: Candy

We're back with some very special Grace Girl Picks, chosen by none other than Grace co-owner Candy.  If she recommends it, you know you'll want to snap it up before it flies out of the store.  Keep reading for her great ideas!

Simpatico hobnail candles

Left to right: Ambergris, Stem, Scotch Pine, Fern, White Flower, Coral, Marine.
Simpatico hobnail candles, $35 each.

"The perfect house gift!" - Candy

The person who gets one of these candles as a gift is a lucky one indeed.  We have 7 scents in stock: Ambergris, White Flower, Coral, Scotch Pine, Fern, Stem, and Marine.  One of these candles will burn for around 80 hours, but once it's gone you can keep the beautiful hobnail glass and use it as a vase.  It truly is the gift that keeps on giving!  

Slouchy socks

Slouchy socks, $30 per pair.

"They're comfy, warm, and trendy." - Candy

These great socks are perfect for winter - they look fantastic peeking over boots, and let's not forget about all the added warmth they bring.  They're loose enough to pull up over your jeans but can also be worn underneath for some undercover layering.  These winter essentials come in several colors, so you'll find a pair for every outfit!

Make sure you look for the Grace Girl/Guy Picks signs in the store to find these wonderful items.  And remember, tomorrow is our eighth and final day of Grace favorites - you won't want to miss it!