The countdown is on to deck the halls, find the perfect gift for everyone on your list and wrap it all up in a big bow. Luckily, Mary is here to help cross-off your holiday to-dos with her list of favorite gifts, gift wrap and more.
Explore her better-than-basic collection to discover new brands, surprise the person who has everything, and treat yourself to something unique.
1. For the Homebody
Baby it’s cold outside and that means stocking up on all the coziest finds. Mary loves the high-quality and easy-to-care-for bedding at OwnKoti. Their products are ethically manufactured and made with sustainable materials. The mix of classic, understated designs and bold, colorful patterns, ensures there’s something for every style.
2. For the Next Picasso
You know the one. The one who creates absolute magic on canvas, with crochet, with paint. Pretty much anything. You’ve never seen someone get so excited over a fresh pack of colored pencils. Blick Art Materials is an artist’s happy place, including Mary. If you want to be their new favorite person, this is the place to shop. Don’t know what to get? A gift card always does the trick.
3. For the Not-So-Picasso
Whoever says painting inside the lines can’t be fun, is lying. Or they’ve never tried it. The stunning paint-by-numbers kits by Elle Crée have been long been favorites of Mary’s. In fact, she recently collaborated with founder, Rachel Austen, on a special Mary Engelbreit paint-by-numbers collection. They’re perfect gifts for creators of all levels — and for a holiday painting party!
4. For the Host Who Always Does the Most
A true host knows the holidays are all about the tablescape. Whether you’re getting something to take your table up a notch this season or looking to treat someone to something special, Corelle has the perfect dinnerware sets and more. This is what we mean when we say host with the most.
5. For the Indecisive Fashionista
Who doesn’t love a little eye candy? Eyeglasses say a lot about a person. And there are a LOT of different things to say with Pair Eyewear’s many designs to choose from. Like Mary, they believe life’s too short to wear the same thing every day. It’s fun to change it up. Simply pick a base frame, select a lens type and find a few favorite magnetic frames to top it off. Like magic, you’ve got the perfect personalized gift.
6. For the Wrap Star
The secret to gifts that look like a million bucks? The right bells and whistles. Or should we say bows and wrapping. Help your gifts stand out this season with a little ho-ho-holiday help from Innisbrook and Paper Source, two of Mary’s go-tos who take the holidays seriously. And by seriously, we mean they make wrapping seriously fun.
7. For The Holiday Card
And your mini me. With everything from darling dresses to festive pajamas, Sweet Honey Clothing has just the thing to bring a little magic to the family photo-op. Florals, plaids, Santa Claus — oh my. Shop timeless styles for the whole family and get inspired to create the sweetest holiday memories.
8. For the Animal Lover & Bedtime Snuggler
Jelly Cat has entered the chat. This collection of British soft, plush toys and collectibles has captured hearts since they began. They’re on a mission to put a smile on your face and, with cuddly friends like Bartholomew Bear, Bashful Bunny, Jellycat Jack and Peanut, they’re certain to succeed. Perfect for the kiddos or anyone who could use an extra bit of love this season.
9. For the Boho Style Icon
Easy, breezy and effortlessly chic. Three things we all aspire to be, especially around the holidays. If you’re looking for pieces that’ll do just that to put on your holiday wish list, Natural Life is the right place. From socks to totes to dresses, there’s something for everyone on your list and within every Secret Santa budget.
10. For the Lover of Local, Custom Décor
The easiest way to change the feel of an entire room? A rug refresh. Elevate your space this season with a handmade rug from Wonderwall. Founder Ashely is a St. Louis native and award-winning interior designer in St. Louis known for her whimsical take on traditional design. So, it’s no wonder her business made Mary’s gift list.
11. For the Statement Maker
The one whose outfit isn’t complete without accessories! For the collector of eclectic, one-of-a-kind pieces. For the supporter of local artists. Allow us to introduce fellow artist and friend of Mary’s, Jill Schwartz. She’s the creative mind and set of hands behind Elements, a jewelry, hair accessories and holiday ornaments boutique. Every piece is unmistakably, inimitably Jill.
12. For the Festive Fanatic
Is there such a thing as too much holiday décor? We didn’t think so either. Last but certainly not least, you can’t pass up a trip to World Market or Rifle Paper Co. Their collections of wreaths, mantel décor, gift wrap, nutcrackers, greeting cards and more, are too stunning and say no to. ‘Tis the season to go all out.
