Bring a little Nantucket to your winter or to your favorite hostess with these paper starfish coasters. I have absolutely no idea how many come in a pack (maybe it’s hidden somewhere on the page, or maybe I’m blind?) but think of it as a little surprise when the mail man delivers the package. roseandradish.com

For the (preppy) fashion and eco-conscious, this fold-away tote is great for carting your holiday swag. You could also throw it in your suitcase as an extra bag for souvenirs. The possibilities are endless, people. It comes in seven colors with a choice of three different colored threads for the monogram. at garnethill.com

These days I’m washing my hands like Jack Nicholson in As Good as it Gets (read: very often) — it’s cold season and the subway is just sick all year long — so my skin is taking a hit. But I tried a new moisturizer and it’s a keeper. The entire Skin Milk line, including [...]

Before you lend out another hardback from your precious David Sedaris collection, affix this sweet tag to (politely) remind the borrower where to return. They’re offered in a few different designs, and can be personalized or not. And while you’re over on the Pink Loves Brown site, you might want to peep some of their [...]

Reading one of my favorite blogs this morning, I came across something that made me so happy. It’s a calendar. And it’s preppy. Imagine keeping track of my schedule this year with something other than cats or horses or the Simpsons. (For the record, I’ve never purchased any of these particular themed calendars, but I [...]

Colorful cappuchino mugs make a great gift for the coffee lover in your life. As an added bonus, if you live in NYC (or any other city where 3 feet of space cost you a trillion dollars, give or take) they take up little space and look good doing it. Also, they make a non-offensive [...]

For the nerd in you life, this plastic and magnetic steel paperclip holder is a sure bet. Speaking as a self-proclaimed nerd, this porcupine perched on my desk would make me happy every time I laid eyes on it. (It doesn’t take much.) at momastore.org

Inspired by vintage design, these bright glass vases make a fab gift. Wrap up a few for someone on your list, or fill one with colorful buds and give to the hostess at your next holiday soiree. Plus, they look way more expensive than they are. (Bonus.) *Down from $9-$16. at westelm.com

The ties and pom-poms make these textured gloves stand out a bit from the sea of cold-weather accessories. They also come in a million (six) colors so everybody can get a little somthing different in their stocking this year. Pair them with earmuffs for a truly retro feel. *Down from $25. at jcrew.com

The title says “kids”, but I can’t think of one good reason you shouldn’t dole these out to the adult art lovers in your life, too. If you can, let me know. at momastore.org