At Home with Kim Vallee

ALL occasions, GIFT IDEAS | March 11, 2010

Nature’s Tale Soap Tins

The tin box of the Nature’s Tale Soap Tins collection is so adorable that I would repurpose the tin box for something else. This Portugal soap collection is available at Anthropologie in four scents: Eucalyptus and Aloe, Orange Blossom, Lotus Flower With Sugar and Desert Rose & Pomegranate. They all look tempting. We always need a reserve [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HER | February 10, 2010

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MarieBelle Chocolates’ Blue Box for Valentine’s Day

If you are not ready or if you already gave her the Tiffany blue box, here is another signature blue box that will please her this Valentine. I like the drawings on the artisanal chocolates. It is common these days to see design like the chocolates made by Christopher Elbow. The MarieBelle chocolates gain points for [...]

DINING, LINENS | February 2, 2010

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Betsy Grace’s Personalized Table Linen | Etsy Watch

Pure linen table linens are my favorite. Their simple elegance never go out of style. A set of napkins with a table linen makes a gift that will be appreciated for years to come. Think about it for a birthday, a housewarming party, a wedding or even as a Valentine’s Day gift. For the napkins, you [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for the COOK | December 4, 2009

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The Steamy Kitchen cookbook | Book review

Jaden sent me her cookbook a while ago. I always meant to talk about her beautiful family-friendly Asian cookbook but I was waiting to make a few recipes. One thing happened after another and I still have to try one recipe. But I will. The Steamy Kitchen cookbook sits on my kitchen bookcase, next to my [...]

GIFT IDEAS, HOUSEWARMING gifts | September 23, 2009

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Inexpensive Housewarming Gift Ideas from Umbra

Whenever a colleague or a acquaintance gets a new home, we may be tempted to give a small housewarming gift. If you know where to look, it is possible to give something that look great on a tight budget. One brand that delivers years after years fun, modern and well-designed products is Umbra. I selected things [...]

KIDS + BABY, KIDS rooms | June 8, 2009

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A to Z Prints by Jenn Ski for my Creative Monday

You already know that I have a thing for alphabet art prints for a nursery, a kid bedroom or a playroom. The modern style of Jenn Ski drawings are appealing. They are whimsical without looking childish. The giclée prints are made available on archival quality, 100% cotton rag, acid-free paper, and are printed using UV-stable [...]

GIFT IDEAS, Gifts for HIM | June 3, 2009

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Father’s Day Gift Ideas

I gathered 6 gift ideas that may applied to your dad. The first group is for a dad who likes construction or architecture. + The first idea is city landmark buildings or construction. You can choose between the John Hancock Building in Chicago, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the [...]

GIFT IDEAS, HOSTESS gifts | April 14, 2009

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Essential Small Serving Bowls for the Hostess

A quick way for the hostess to set up appetizers is to have easy access to unique small bowls. The bowls become your presentation. As long as you keep a few snack items in your pantry, you can receive in style impromptu visitors for a cocktail anytime. Two main categories of small serving bowls are [...]