'Tis the season for gathering with friends and family, twinkling lights and holiday cheer! Oftentimes, however, the joy of the holidays can be overshadowed by the stress of finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. So to keep things merry and bright, we’ve compiled a helpful guide of recommendations that we hope will ease the pressure of holiday shopping. So grab your hot chocolate, a candy cane or two, and start enjoying the magic of Christmas again.
PATTI’S PICKS
Gift the workout enthusiasts on your list with a few sweat sessions, or help a friend get a jumpstart on their New Year’s resolution.
“I’m obsessed with taking care of my body,” Patti says. “I love this place and Andi! She is the perfect combination of Jesus and Namaste!”
Based in the heart of Boerne, this yoga studio offers classes ranging from yoga and pilates to barre and personal fitness training.
Gifting a fragrance at Christmas can be daunting since fragrances tend to be a very personal preference but in our opinion, you can’t go wrong with Baccarat.
“I get stopped every time I wear this,” Patti said.
An exceptional creation for the 250 year anniversary, this perfume awakens the senses with traces of fruitiness and a woody musk. It's even offered in a travel set so the recipient can take it with them wherever they go.
Fuel the coffee drinker on your list with this high-quality brew.
“Not only is this amazing coffee,” Patti said, “but the company loves America and supports the military too!”
Importing the best coffee beans from around the world, this premium, small-batch, roast-to-order, veteran-owned coffee company offers roasts from light to extra dark. Did we mention that they also give back to our veterans, law enforcement, and first responders with each purchase?
Help accessorize all the fashionistas on your list!
“These are my favorites,” Patti said. “You can wear them anywhere, even the pool or beach!”
Handcrafted in Thailand using polycarbonate tubing, these stylish bangles are weightless, soundless and waterproof.
Encourage others to get cozy this season with these super-soft fabrics!
“I cannot put into words how soft and cozy these pajamas are,” Patti said. “You can mix and match or grab a cute set that’s already put together!”
This California contemporary lifestyle brand specializes in luxurious comfort, offering everything from super snuggly fleece pants and lighter weight, ultra-soft cotton sleep shorts to cute graphic tees and comfy pullovers.
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Light up the holidays for the man in your life with this tobacco, amber and musk scented candle.
“The subtle, masculine aroma is amazing,” Patti said. “It’s not overwhelming like some candles but is just right.”
This remarkable company from South Carolina hand-pours a mean candle made with soy wax and 100% cotton wicks.
SHELBY’S SELECTIONS
The holiday season can be rough on our skin but with this nourishing exfoliating scrub, there’s nothing to fear.
“This is happiness in a jar,” Shelby said. “It’s probably the best overall body scrub I’ve used in a while, because it smells amazing and leaves you feeling so incredibly soft!”
Designed with the cupuaçu nut, an Amazonian secret, this precious nut oil poured over fine salt crystals leaves your skin smoothed, replenished and moisturized.
“I follow it with The Body Shop’s Shea Body Butter,” she said. “This combo together is simply the best!”
Besides the fact that Duck Dynasty’s own Willie Robertson is loud and proud about being Team Pit Boss, these grills are known for their durability and craftsmanship.
“I’m not the grill master in my family, but I bought this as a gift for my husband and he loves it,” Shelby said. “He has smoked everything from salmon to ribs and they come out superb!”
So from portable to massive grills and everything in between, Pit Boss should have anything the Pit Master on your list might need or want.
You’re one purchase away from making the coffee aficionados on your list happily caffeinated.
“This simple gadget makes you feel like you’re having a super fancy coffee,” Shelby said, “without the trouble of leaving home.”
Stylish and practical, this automatic system enhances a regular cup o’ joe by creating a light and velvety hot or cold milk foam.
All the new mamas, and little ones, out there should have this on their wish list.
"I had to include something baby related, since my son has consumed the past few months of my life,” Shelby said. “These swaddle blankets are so soft and make swaddling so easy!”
Made of premium knit, these soft blanket sets are lightweight and breathable, allowing your little one to stay cozy and comfy without overheating. Its larger size also means that it can grow with your child, from receiving blanket to toddler play mat.
“They come in a variety of fun designs for boys and girls too,” Shelby said. “I promise mom and baby will love this gift!”
A festive spin on an iconic holiday favorite.
“Who doesn’t love a nice cup of hot chocolate,” Shelby said. “This is one of our favorites and always makes me feel like it’s Christmas!”
Crafted by San Francisco candy makers, this holiday classic gets a new twist by adding in natural peppermint oil to shavings of Guittard dark chocolate.