My DIY mason jar snow globe tutorial was a popular post last year, but I’ve had lots of people asking me on social media how I made the snow globe I instagramed yesterday, so I thought I would revisit my tutorial for this holiday season for those who missed it last year. You can find the entire tutorial here.
I love the simplicity of today’s Moonrise Kingdom-inspired wedding. It’s a creative, laid-back, hippie little wedding that looks like so much fun. And the portraits are beyond breathtaking. The whole event just feels like a family and friends lovefest and super fun party – isn’t that what every wedding should be? The bride and groom both share the details below too. Read More
I love a good winter e-session. Winter sessions give you more opportunities to play around with your wardrobe, and if you’re lucky, you might even get some snow. If you’re planning a winter engagement session, here is how to make the most of it and get some fabulous photos at the same time. Read More
If ever there was a holiday I’d plan my wedding around, it is New Year’s Eve. The glitz and glam, the romance, the sparkle potential! I would throw one fabulous New Year’s Eve wedding, if I do say so myself. Today’s New Year’s Eve shoot illustrates my point perfectly, and is such lovely inspiration for a NYE wedding or dinner party. And I love the “hats off to the new year” theme, from The Day’s Design and Hetler Photography. Read More
I’ve shared lots of gift ideas this week, but I also had a few unique gift ideas that didn’t quite fit into any of my guides. If you’re looking for something a bit more creative than another toy, another sweater, or ‘thing’ – these are for you.
1. For the person who wishes they could leave holiday decor up all year long: one of these hand painted antlers or knot ornaments from Made by Cassandra Smith are perfect for a holiday tree or mantle, but also fit in with your decor for the whole year (my antler is always on my mantle!) – use code OHLOVELY2013 to get 15% off anything in her etsy shop (expires end of day 12/20/13).
2. For the person who loves to learn and grow: an Atly class to learn something new. I think this is such a fun gift idea and there are so many cool class ideas. And I plan to teach a class in the coming year too, so look out for that announcement.
3. For the newlyweds who got everything off their registry: a string art monogram or home state from Ramble and Roost.
4. For the boy or girl (or adult!) who likes a little whimsy and fantasy: a unicorn or dragon faux taxidermy head from Near and Deer.
5. For the toddler or preschooler that likes activities (and don’t they all!?): an ‘M is For Monster’ subscription - use code OHLOVELYDAY to get 15% off your first order.
And here are a few gift/nice gesture ideas for some of the other people in your life:
For the new parents: a babysitting offer, a gift card for take out from their favorite restaurant, or a voucher for a few hours of free housecleaning.
For your kiddo’s teachers: An ornament or DIY snow globe with a homemade note from your kiddo, or a gift card to a learning store or teacher supply store.
A coffee gift card or home-baked goods and a nice note for your mail carrier, handyman, and anyone else that takes good care of you all year long.
And if you just want to spread good cheer to all, Jacin of Lovely Little Details made some super cute downloadable elf tags to go with a coffee gift card, or without. To download and print your own copy, click here for the “coffee elf” tags and here for the “elf” tags. I love these so much.
What are your favorite unique gift ideas? I’m always looking for new and creative ideas!
And if you missed any, here are my other gift guides this week: for her, for him, for the kiddos, for your hostess.
*Atly and M is For Monster are sponsors of Oh Lovely Day, though the items in my gift guides are chosen because I love them and would love to gift or get them.
The holidays are full of festive get-togethers. Whether it is a cookie making party, a big Christmas dinner, or a low-key gift exchange with friends, I always like to show up with a gift for the hostess. It could be your favorite Christmas cookies or a bottle of wine, or you could pick one of these 22 gifts I’ve rounded up, all under $40. Click directly on the photos below to shop for that particular item. Also, if you’d rather DIY than buy, I’ve got a DIY mason jar snow globe tutorial that’s perfect for you! Oh, and that’s the mug I drink my coffee from every morning – it always makes me just a little bit happier to be awake so early.
