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Holiday shopping for little ones (Lorelai included) is so much fun! For some reason, everything is sweeter in tiny sizes and Christmas is just so magical when seen through the eyes of a child tearing through paper and tossing aside ribbon. Since Santa will be dropping off all of the show-stopping presents this year, it's up to me to package up the quirky trinkets and cold-weather gear. I'm always looking for excuses to pass on the princesses and incorporate a few more design-y toys (like that incredible play house and beautifully illustrated classic novels!) into our home. After all, if they're going to litter the floor 24/7, they'd better be cute. Right?!

p.s. Check out my 2013 gift guide for tots here.

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other festive posts:
the holiday edit
how to survive the holidays
gift guide: decor

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"Influential" Print via A Beautiful Rawr

Sometimes it's hard to find beautiful things for little ones! Since Lorelai has been working on learning her ABC's lately, we had a ton of these colorful plastic alphabet magnets littering our refrigerator. While I'm all for smart play and listening to Lo recite "double-oo ex" while I prepare dinner each night melts my heart, I'm not the biggest fan of loud colors or tacky toys. Enter a little inspiration from Pinterest, a few coats of my favorite metallic spray paint (don't forget to spray from every angle so you coat the entire letter) and we now have a few sets of shiny magnets that are perfect for practicing our ABCs AND leaving Mr. Jackson sweet notes in the morning.

p.s. How fun is this print?! I won a giveaway on Linh's blog a while ago and was so excited to add it to my workspace.

Everything is sweeter when it's mini-sized... especially tiny loafers and city-cool toys tied up in pretty bows, stuffed under the tree! Whenever I buy gifts for Lorelai, I go with small versions of things I would love to get myself. She loves being like mommy and I appreciate tripping over well designed toys! This year, a few fun playthings, a warm winter coat and something fun to put in her big girl room are all in her letter to Santa. Because it's never too early to foster a good habit, Lo and I will be sending out thank you cards after we've opened presents... I'm sure the grandmas will appreciate a little scribble from Lo!

1. J.Crew Girls' Embellished Baseball Sweatshirt
2. Playsam Saab Roadster Ride-On
3. Sugar Paper LA Thank You Card
4. Hermes Avalon Blanket
5. J.Crew Girls' Stadium Bow Coat
6. Just Being Audrey
7. J.Crew Girls' Glitter Wristlet
8. The Animal Print Shop "Duckling"
9. Baby Oeuf "Tres Cool" Sweater
10. Kate Spade Cat Mask
11. J.Crew Girls' Darby Loafers
12. J.Crew Baby One-Piece in Stripe
13. Kid's Oeuf Taxi

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