For The Eco-Friendly

H O L I D A Y GIFTS For the Eco Friendly

Shop Mindful Gifts – Relief Gift Set

What more can we say? A year-long subscription to a This eco-friendly gift set will send its recipient into a state of bliss. A lavender neck wrap, made of 100% cotton flannel, is filled with organic lavender flowers and organic flax seeds. The LivKind Relief Balm is a balanced combination of phytocannabinoid-rich hemp oil, organic beeswax, and organic aromatic essential oils to help soothe muscles. And the Pinch Me Therapy Dough is a soft, pliable dough infused with calming aromatherapy. Massage between the fingers and feel the stress begin to fade away. A simple, holistic way to take the edge off.

Uncommon Goods – Living Composter

This sleek, modern composter is for the true gardener at heart — it’s designed to use worms for composting all your food scraps, from fruit and vegetable peelings to tea bags. It can process more than two pounds of food a week.

Bearaby - Cotton Napper

Weighted blankets have been shown to be a natural sleep aid by stimulating the production of serotonin, reducing cortisol, and increasing melatonin. The Bearaby Cotton Napper blanket is made of Fairtrade International Certified organic cotton, hand-knit, and is filler-free. It’s available in four weights (10, 15, 20, 25 lbs.) and eight colors.

Solight - Outdoor Solar-Powered Light, Inflatable LED Lantern

The SolarPuff lantern is a handy accessory for any outdoor activity. This attractive solar-powered lamp is conveniently foldable and light, making it ideal for a backyard gathering or a campout in the woods. The SolarPuff is water-resistant, emits 8-12 hours of light, and charges within 8 hours.

Paravel - Aviator

Paravel has upcycled over 3.5 million plastic water bottles to date, offset 8,150 tonnes of CO2 through its carbon-neutral shipping program, and planted over 35,000 trees through Eden Reforestation Projects. For the Aviator, it offsets all carbon emissions generated from sourcing, assembly, and final delivery. It also offsets the estimated emissions of its first journey with the end-user.

DETAILS

IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

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The holidays are here! And, of course, what is Thanksgiving without a pumpkin pie. Or a cranberry cobbler. Or a freshly, home baked apple pie. Need a sensational pie dish to not only cook your pastry but will be an eye catcher too? Check out these…

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1. RUFFLED PIE DISH – CRATE & BARREL Finished in a bright white glaze, this exclusive pie pan is microwave-, freezer-, oven- and dishwasher-safe for flexible preparation and easy cleanup. 2. STONEWARE PIE DISH – LE CREUSET Available in many colors, this premium stoneware distributes heat evenly for perfectly golden-brown flaky crusts, and the colorful glaze is scratch-resistant and virtually nonstick for easy cleanup. 3. DEEP PIE DISH – MADE IN Made from a 200-year-old porcelain recipe, this pie dish is perfect for all pies. Featuring hand-decorated rims, the dish has a flat edge, so your crimped, latticed, or braided crust will have a perfect place to rest. 4. 9-INCH PIE DISH – STAUB Oven safe up to 572F, this dish can also be used in the microwave and is dishwasher safe. Highly scratch, impact, and thermal shock resistant.

DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT

THE BEST OF THE BEST

KELLEY PROXMIRE

Kelley Proxmire, principal of Kelley Proxmire, Inc., www.kelleyproxmire.com

In her 20-plus-year career, Kelley Proxmire has developed a matchless eye for crafting what she describes as “tailored traditional” interiors. Her projects suffuse warmth and hospitality while maintaining excellent balance, proportion and scale. Her love of color is combined with an appreciation for the fresh sophistication of white and the daring elegance of black. Adept at mixing traditional pieces with unexpected finds, Kelley creates environments that are attuned to the client’s world and faithful to the architecture and setting of a home. Kelley was named the 2016 Designers’ Choice Hall of Fame Designer by Home & Design magazine and inducted into the Washington Design Center Hall of Fame in 2009. She has participated in 25 show houses since 2001, including five DC Design Houses benefiting Children’s Hospital. To see more of Kelley’s projects, visit her Instagram @kelley. proxmire.

Kelley enjoys decorating for the holidays and below she shares some of her favorite holiday decorating tips.

What’s your favorite holiday and why?

Christmas, mainly because it’s a sacred celebration, but also because it spans a season, not just a single day like other holidays.

Have you been asked to decorate clients’ homes for the holidays? And can you describe the process?

Yes, I have decorated clients’ homes for the holidays, from an entire house to a first floor, as well as some outdoor decor. I often work with local florists for greenery and flowers. I particularly like white amaryllis and mix fresh greens with artificial ones, creating a fuller arrangement.

I take into consideration the colors in a home when decorating for the holidays to establish a theme. For instance, a condominium I designed for a couple featured a red dining room, so I incorporated red into their holiday decor and added gold and white accents.

Photos of a Kelley Proxmire-designed home she decorated for the holidays, photos by Geoffrey Hodgdon

What colors do you most often use for holiday decorating?

Where do you purchase greenery and other holiday items? I tend to use gold, silver or white, plus one pop of color, such as red. I often find nice holiday items at Michaels – combined with vintage and higher-end accessories, such as seasonal napkin rings and pillows, you can create memorable spaces.

What does your home look like during the holidays?

It depends on the room! I usually decorate the living room, family room, dining room, and foyer on the main floor. I love to incorporate some of my collectible items, such as nutcrackers and ornaments, but I also change the theme from year to year. Bows generally need to be refreshed each year and I rotate bowls and accessories.

Do you have favorite hostess gifts to give and receive?

For a hostess gift, I like to fill a white vase with flowers and greenery, something the hostess can use in the powder room. And you can’t go wrong with chocolate! It’s a favorite gift to get.

What’s a tip or two to make an impact when decorating for the holidays?

Consider the placement of the Christmas tree in a room. If you can place it in front of a window, it automatically creates a beautiful holiday scene from outside. And it’s always beneficial to have help when doing your holiday decorating, especially when thinking about outdoor decor. It’s a fun family and friend activity, but also one that might require extra assistance.