Wednesday, December 24, 2014

Thank You!

We hope everyone has a relaxing Christmas Eve & Christmas! Thank you to everyone that shopped with us this Christmas we appreciate your confidence in us and your friendship…May your new year be a blessed one!

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Crabtree & Evelyn perfect for stockings!

A seasonal spectacular and perfect stocking stuffers for last minute shoppers. Our Crabtree & Evelyn soaps, lotions, bath & shower gels, and hand therapies soothe the stressed soul! Our favorites? The Pomegranate Hand Therapy, Indian Sandalwood Shave Balm & Soaps for men, and the Noël Home Fragrance Spray...warm mulling spices, fruity persimmon, and fresh-scented balsam fragrance reminiscent of holidays past. 

Quench dry skin with our Pomegranate, Argan & Grapeseed Body Lotion. A blend of nourishing moisturisers and fresh pomegranate, fig and citrus fragrance, this revitalising lotion is infused with sesame oil and ginger and grapeseed extracts to help condition your skin. So it’s left soft, scented and ready to face the day.

The perfect finishing touch after a velvety smooth shave, our Indian Sandalwood After Shave Balm is formulated with soothing and protective oat kernel extract, while a blend of sweet almond oil and jojoba ester conditioning extracts and moisturising shea butter help keep skin richly hydrated. Leaving the subtle aroma of sandalwood blended with notes of spicy cypress, zesty bergamot and vetiver for a distinctly masculine finish.

Fresh, scented air reminiscent of holidays past. There’s nothing quite like it to make the season extra special. Our Noël Home Fragrance Spray infuses the most cherished of spaces with a fragrant burst of warm mulling spices, fruity persimmon, and fresh-scented balsam. Just one spritz and it’s pure splendor.

Indian Basket filled with Goodies!

This is one beautiful gift! Our favorite bath salt in a pretty tall glass jar, bubble bath elixir, and a scotch pine hobnail candle tucked in a woven turquoise basket for Christmas.

A Crisp Christmas Home


Our last Christmas house of the season. A very entertaining hostess with a style all her own...her style is distinct, crisp, and finely defined. She stays true to what she loves and her home is ready for family entertaining for the holidays.







Merry Christmas!

Wishing you blessings of faith, happiness and peace this Christmas! We will be open Christmas Eve morning and early afternoon... closed Friday Dec. 26th and open Saturday Dec. 27th.

Friday, December 19, 2014

Brown Tortoise Glasses & Pitcher

More hand blown beautiful tortoise glasses have arrived....bring in a bottle of wine and we will have a party! Let us wrap one of these lovely pitchers up with a few wine glasses for a Christmas evening of relaxation!

The Perfect Sweater For Christmas...

The gift for someone that enjoys comfort and simplicity....these cute sweaters and legging/tunic sets are just the thing to slip into on Christmas afternoon! The soft leggings and long tunic tops go perfect with these cute sweaters...a set makes a wonderful gift!

If you haven't tried on our tunic & legging sets you need to! So comfortable and just arrived in is more of their super cute sweaters, dark denim tummy tuck leggings, and other knit tops that go with the layered look. A company that is famous for their seamless basics in the softest stretchiest knits as well as their casual clothing. They actually make you look and feel skinny!

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Pearlescent Tortoise Glasses

Bring in a bottle of wine and we will make a lovely presentation with these hand blown pearlescent tortoise glasses...a variety of different styles.

Stumpy Loves Snacks

Dining in style! When in doubt on buying a gift the ultimate compliment for a dog lover is a wonderful gift for their puppy! We love love these beautiful dog dishes, treat canister, and other accent pieces.

Dragonflies, Copper & Silver, Crosses

The gift that all of us would love to receive from Santa...a gift to be treasured and remembered for all of our lives. If you send your Santa in give him the secret word "Jolly" and your Santa will receive 20% discount on a piece of jewelry.

Don't forget our Christmas Tree Contest! Like your favorite tree on our Facebook page...we will announce the winner's on Friday!

Monday, December 15, 2014

Jewel Encrusted Photo Frames

These metal jewel encrusted photo frames embellished with gold filigree and pearl accents are so pretty and sparkle this season! Let us wrap one up beautifully for you for Christmas!

Bath & Bubble Concoctions...Lifts The Spirits

A simple & beautiful gift for Christmas...our favorite bath salts, bubble elixir, lotions, and soaps. Honest and clean scent that lifts the spirits and calms the senses. 
Dreamy smooth, this blend of milk, oatmeal, vanilla and vetiver is a tranquil, comforting scent with stirring, yet sweet seductive notes controlled by its classic romantic and powdery virtue.
Find relief and contentment with these traditional concoctions.

The Lotion. Made with colloidal oatmeal, which is known to soothe irritated and itchy skin, and the added bonus of a protective barrier that helps maintain moisture to help keep skin smooth and silky. Milk powder and mineral salts. Made in small batches by hand in the U.S. heartland. 

The Bath Salt. Made with aloe, shea butter, cucumber and colloidal oatmeal, known to soothe irritated and itchy skin with the added bonus of a protective barrier that helps maintain moisture. This emulsion is formulated to leave the skin feeling silky and hydrated. 

Bath Elixir. Crafted with natural plant extracts, soothing botanicals and beneficial oatmeal extract, this elixir offers lofty bubbles and an honest clean scent. Oatmeal contains saponins that help remove dirt and oil from pores. 

The Soap. Find relief with this saddle shaped natural vegetable soap, nestled in a reusable hand stamped muslin bag. Made with colloidal oatmeal which is known to soothe irritated and itchy skin with the added bonus of a protective barrier that helps maintain moisture to keep skin smooth and silky. Oatmeal contains saponins that help remove dirt and oil from pores. Ground oatmeal helps to lightly exfoliate the skin.

Friday, December 12, 2014

Dulce De Leche Chocolate Bars


Dulce De Leche Chocolate Bars
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups quick oats
3/4 cup flour
2/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
11 Tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 cup Dulce de Leche Sauce (Pick Up A Jar At Bonnes Amies)
1 Tablespoon flour
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
1/3 cup white chocolate chunks
1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour an 8x8-inch pan.
Combine the oats, 3/4 cup flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and melted butter.
Mix until uniform. Reserve 1 cup of this mix and press the remainder into the prepared pan.
Combine the Dulce de Leche Sauce and 1 Tablespoon of flour. Spread mixture over the oatmeal crust.
Combine the reserved oat mixture, pecans, white chocolate chunks, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Spread over layer of Dulce de Leche.
Bake for 30 minutes. Cool and cut into 2-inch squares.

Our Kitchen Is Full Of Goodies

Our little kitchen is stocked for the season ahead let us help you with a warm and personal gift filled with pancake & waffle mix, maple or blueberry syrup, red pepper jelly, sugar plum jelly, chocolate peppermint sauce, and our wonderful teas and freshly ground coffee. There is so much more to choose from...we also have our peppermint and white belgium hot chocolate mixes for stocking stuffers and sweet simple gifts. As always you will leave with a beautifully wrapped gift it's that easy! Don't stress this season we will take care of you!

A Beautiful Christmas Candle & Beautiful Gift


This textured glass candle will fill your home with sweet scents when lit and would make a beautiful Christmas Gift for someone special on your list.

Beautiful hobnail glass in many lovely colors and filled with pure vegetable wax. These candles will burn up to 100 hours as they fill your space with fragrant illumination. These glasses are handcrafted, variation in glass color may occur.

Scotch Pine a warm, woodsy fragrance reminiscent of crisp winter nights. This true pine scent is known for its clarifying and uplifting properties.  Reinder an honest and modern culmination, this version of fall and holiday has red currants and cranberries colliding with cedar wood, Frasier fir and embers. Exhilarating and cozy.

What will you store in the bubbled vessel after the wax has burned away? A pretty bouquet of fresh flowers, makeup brushes....use your imagination!

Hand Painted Katmandu Cabinets

Some of the most interesting pieces that we recently got in at the store...hand painted and wonderful...Katmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is home to many skilled artisans. This piece is hand crafted and hand painted by these artist. The colors on this cabinet are original. Due to their bleak surroundings the people of Katmandu prefer radiant colors which are highlighted in these select pieces we receive in....
These smaller petite cabinets would be perfect in a small kitchen space, living area, even wonderful in an entry to hold a collection. The beautiful glass doors and ample shelf space make this a wonderful piece! Don't be afraid to ask about our Lay Away!
 The colors and carvings on this one are just so beautiful and unusual...This would make a great linen closet in a guest bedroom or hallway. Can't you see these in a mountain cabin or in a rustic eclectic home? Unusual and unique pieces!

Our Favorites...Kilim Ottomans

 Let Santa rest in front of your fireplace this year on one of these great kilim ottomans...upholstered in bright and durable kilim rugs the colors will add a pop of color in any room!
These are also beautiful and useful at the end of a bed in a bedroom or a great ottoman/coffee table in front of a sofa. The design and pattern on this particular one if very striking and interesting!

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Busy Family Ready For Christmas

This large household is busy running & enjoying life. Her charming & eclectic style is evident in every corner. It was a joy to top off their style with Christmas!










Saturday, December 6, 2014

A Beautiful Christmas Tree

 A busy career couple that is going to have a simpler holiday this year. Their Christmas this year will be quiet and relaxing but yet they will still have the ambiance of the season. The tree was done spectacular as it is the focus of their Christmas.





Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Architecturally Detailed Christmas

 An unusually designed house that captures the eclectic feel of the couple who lives here...Very architecturally detailed in every aspect Christmas has magically turned it beautiful in every corner. A home full of family will celebrate the Christmas season soon.