Holiday Gift Guides | For The Cook, For The Pet Lover, For The Traveler

The holidays are a season where gathering and giving allow us to make #intentionalmemories that last us well into the new year and beyond! We’ve selected some ideas to complete your Christmas list shopping with our holiday gift guides in a dozen categories, for all your friends and family awaiting the exchange of thoughtful presents this year. Merry Merry, y’all!

Gifts for the Cook

1. A festive and functional gift for the home chef, this three-piece essentials set in holiday tartan plaid linen is a practical and pretty present to wrap up for the holiday host or cook in the family!

2. ‘Tis the season for a steal of a deal! Originally priced at $670, this set of 17 pieces of Cuisinart stainless steel cookware is now just $182.99 on Zulily! It comes with guaranteed Christmas delivery, too, so what are you waiting for! Surely there’s someone on your list (or maybe even you!) who would love a kitchen stocked with this glistening collection for everyday cooking and entertaining.

3. It seems everyone is loving the monkey print by Roller Rabbit these days. It graces the popular brand’s patterned pajamas, linens, and accessories like this darling apron—just right for the fashionable cook on your Christmas list. At under $50, the price is right, too!

4. This beautiful cookbook set by Juniper Books is perfect for the contemporary cook on your Christmas list. It sits pretty on a shelf in coordinated turquoise covers and includes seven volumes of recipes and food photography sure to provide lots of kitchen inspiration throughout the year!

5. Le Creuset is definitely a brand WHERE THE GENERATIONS MEET™ for Lolli and me! We both use their cookware on a regular basis and love it when they release special edition products, like this holiday tartan covered baker in two colorways. Tie a bow on the handle and deliver your dish to Christmas dinner in this pretty piece, or wrap it in its box for under the tree!

6. Add pops of color to a culinary collection with these seven pastel nesting bowls from MoMA at Nordstrom. Great for mixing or serving, any cook with kids would appreciate this set of dishwasher safe bowls made of durable bamboo fiber. They’re resistant to drops, stains and scratches—and biodegradable, too! 

7. This assortment of Bakers Dozen Spoons reminds Lolli and me of Grandma Ruby and the wooden spoons she used to use everyday in the kitchen. Lolli inherited some that still mix and stir lots of family recipes today. Gift this assortment to the cook or baker on your holiday gift list. They’ll get put to good use for generations!

8. Every good cook needs a few essential tools, like this Wüsthof Gourmet Spreader and Shears set. At under $20, it makes a great gift for any serious cooks or chefs in your life.

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Gifts for the Pet Lover

1. Every pet owner has to keep a food and water bowl set out, so why not gift this chic lucite and brass set from Neiman Marcus?! It’s neutral enough to blend in with any home décor, and there are several other pieces from the Jonathan Adler collection that coordinate with it!

2. Personalize a leash and collar set for your canine friends! They are lightweight, quick-drying, and odor resistant. And, even better, these preppy pet accessories from Mark and Graham are only $32, with free monogramming in several color options included!

3. Surprise an equestrian friend with a personalized photo stamp of his or her favorite horse companion! Cassa Stamps will take a photo you submit (of any pet or logo, in fact!) and hand carve an ink stamp for use on stationery and notes or to create a framed print…also great for a scrapbooking project with kids!

4. At 55% off through The Outnet, this dachshund-shaped key wallet/coin purse by Thom Brown is a cute gift or stocking stuffer for the dog lover in your life!

5. Update your pet’s sleeping quarters with this cozy bed in a classic nautical theme from Duck River Textile. With machine-washable fabric and a removable cushion, it’s easy to clean and priced under $30 at Nordstrom!

6. Add a touch of feline-inspired fun to any breakfast with this clever $10 gift! These easy-to-use silicone molds from Sur La Table transform sunny-side-up eggs into wide-eyed kitty or pup faces that will make kids and pet-lovers of all ages crack a smile.

7. How about some subtle canine companionship for each day of the week?! This 7-pack of “Dog Days” socks is a Neiman Marcus exclusive that comes in pretty packaging and is sure to please any of the doggie dads on your Christmas list.

8. It’s hard to beat classic gingham in home décor, and now the toy basket can have a touch of it, too! One King’s Lane offers this darling dog bone toy for just $14, making it a great gift for your own pet or a friend’s pup.

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Gifts for the Traveler

1. Every frequent flier needs a carry-on duffle bag that will fit nicely in the overhead compartment! If someone on your Christmas list has worn his or her luggage out, we recommend this customizable option from Barrington Gifts—great for quick trips and weekend adventures! Choose a leather trim color, select from nearly 20 fabric options, and even add initials for an easy $5.

2. The luxe look of crocodile provides polish and personalization to any piece of luggage. Shop this tag, passport case, and travel wallet collection from Horchow to gift your traveler with accessories he or she can enjoy for many future flights!

3. Give the gift of global know-how with this chic set of city guides from Net-a-Porter. This gift box of five volumes helps travelers navigate the world’s shopping capitals like an insider. It even offers free downloadable apps for instant updates on the go. Bon voyage!

4. I’m always looking for TSA-approved sizes of my favorite beauty products, so I was thrilled when Sachajuan made travel sizes of its Ocean Mist collection! A cult favorite, these hair products let you take beachy waves with you no matter the destination.

5. Hard to find a travel essential more classic than this Burberry folding umbrella! In the brand’s signature check pattern, this accessory would be a welcome present for any traveler who likes to be prepared for a rainy day.

6. The latest little something techy for the traveler is always a perfect present! Gift this on-the-go Bluetooth travel speaker for under $30 from the MoMA Design Store for a handy travel accessory that’s both lightweight and splash-proof. It allows you to stream music or calls wirelessly from a phone, tablet or computer. Handy and dandy!

7. Get two bags for under $300 with this sturdy, chevron-patterned Nordstrom set of spinner luggage. It comes in black, navy, pink and silver—so perfect for any traveler on your holiday gift list!

8. A personalized travel notebook to detail adventures is a thoughtful present for anyone on the road or planning a trip! This monogrammed version by Graphic Image is under $100 and a perfect traveler’s companion.

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Please tag #lolliandme if you wrap any of these up for your loved ones. We hope they enjoy!

Happy holidays, y’all!

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