Archives | Nov. 2021
A Few Of My Favorite Things
By Ann Marie Scheidler
A Few Of My Favorite Things
Barrington influencer Courtney Holsworth from A Life from Scratch blog knows a thing or two about finding the beauty in the simple things, and the holidays are no different. Here are Holsworth’s tried-and-true gift ideas for everyone on your list, some from her own “Happy” brand—a line of curated, simple, intentional products that she loves and uses in her everyday life. And many available for you to shop local.
SAFE + FAIR HOLIDAY GRANOLA
“My mom and I joke that this is the perfect ‘door-knocker gift.’ Budget friendly so you can stock up to easily hand out to the mailman, hair dresser, front office staff at school, health care workers, etc.”
CHECKMATE LARGE BLANKET
“Everyone fights for this blanket in my house on cozy movie nights—it’s the best.” beddys.com
HAPPY™ SCRUB
“This is so good on dry winter skin—I use daily.”
Lavender Bloom Shop, etsy.com
TAHITIAN VANILLA AFTER BATH
“The Epicuren Skincare line is my go-to! It is the most hydrating and moisturizing lotion I have ever used and it has anti-aging properties. My favorites are vanilla, lavender, and orange. Buy some for your girlfriends and yourself!”
Available at Pleasant Massage Boutique, 20771 N. Rand Road, Kildeer
HAPPY™ HOLIDAY CANDLE
“My son Beckett says this candle smells just like Christmas and I couldn’t agree more. This spiced orange scent is hand-poured with pure ingredients by SincerelySarahJane Candles.”
Available at Tattered Tiques, 22029 N Pepper Road, Lake Barrington
STATE RAINBOW BACKPACK
“This has been the cutest backpack for my daughter, Ever, to take to preschool. We bought her the matching rolling suitcase for Christmas.”
HAPPY™ SWEATSHIRT
“The coziest, comfiest, happiest sweatshirt you can give as a gift!”
PERSONALIZED ATHLETIC SLIDES BY SUGARPLUMLIAM
“My boys live in these—and they never mind getting bigger ones when they outgrow them. Such great gifts every year no matter what sport they’re playing.”
MONOGRAMMED TUMBLERS
“No one mistakes my boys’ water bottles because everyone knows who these belong to.”
PUZZLE BY WOODINOUT
“We keep toys to a minimum, but this wooden puzzle was a hit with Ever. She has learned her letters playing with it.”
FRANTOIO MURAGLIA EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
“For the gal who has everything! This bottle is beautiful to keep out on the kitchen counter and its refillable.”
Williams Sonoma, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park
HEART PENDANT NECKLACE
“The perfect adjustable necklace for every day—not too big, not too small.”
Evereve, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park
ORIGINAL GOLD BANGLE
“I never take mine off.”
Yearly Co., yearlyco.com
WINE GLASSES
“Red and green glasses that are perfect for holiday entertaining. What a wonderful hostess gift or for a newly married couple—such fun!”
CERAMIC HOLIDAY HOUSE
“I just can’t get over how darling the ceramic holiday house is. So cute on a mantle, in a foyer, as a centerpiece, or under a tree.”
NEW KICKS
“My husband Case is always ahead of the trend when it comes to shoes. We’re both obsessed with the TechLoom Bliss model in Black/Black/White.”
PJS FOR HIM
“I gave my husband this long sleeve tee that he loves— it’s so soft. I think teens would like these, too.”
EVERYWHERE BELT BAG
“This lululemon bag has been such a hit in my space. It holds everything you need—phone, money, car keys—when you’re running errands or watching one of your children’s games.”
lululemon, 20530 N. Rand Road, Deer Park
