The holidays are here, and you might be looking for the perfect gifts for your daughter, granddaughter, or niece. Jacaranda Living has the perfect items to wrap up with a bow and place under the tree this year. Whether the recipient is just learning to walk or is running around the house, they will revel in the sweet details that our gifts provide. The following are some ideas to add to your list.
Cotton Dresses
Girls white cotton dresses are perfect for any occasion, and the child in your life will love the soft fabric and pretty, feminine details. To make the outfit complete, consider purchasing some shoes and jewelry to match. They might just want to put on their new cotton dress right away.
Tooth Fairy Pillow
There is nothing quite like losing a tooth and waking up to a surprise from the tooth fairy herself! Our tooth fairy pillows are embroidered with childlike designs, enticing the imagination. For older children, our boudoir pillow covers for kids might be a better option.
Monogrammed Towel
Young kids love all things personalized, and your little loved one will certainly enjoy a bath towel with their own monogram. Stepping out of the bath at night will feel that much more cozy when they can wrap themselves in this fluffy towel. These gifts can be a great option for an entire family on your list as well.
Room Accessories
Our door hangers for kids and babies offer sweet messages to anyone passing by. And a linen tissue box cover can make a nightstand more cozy. You know your daughter, granddaughter, or niece’s personality, so select room accessories that match her just perfectly.
Matching Bed Set
Whether the little girl in your life is a newborn who sleeps 10.5 to 13 hours per day, or a child jumping on their bed, you can help make their bedroom feel magical. From our boudoir pillow cases to entire sheet sets, you can give this child a full bed set to tie their room’s decor together.
From girls white cotton dresses to bed sheets, there are plenty of gifts to make the child in your life happy this holiday. By gifting high quality items to your loved ones, you can support small businesses and give them a gift they will use. Happy gifting!
Author: Jacaranda Living
The Power Of Pajamas: Comfort, Happiness, Care
After a long day, there is nothing quite like slipping into your white cotton pajamas and relaxing for the evening. They might have one of the several monogram variations (one to three letters) or they could be plain. Either way, these pajamas are completely yours, and they represent complete comfort.
“Everyday wellness is about taking care of yourself and feeling good, everyday — and every night,” By Beth Ricanati, M.D. writes in The Huffington Post. “It doesn’t just mean eating right and exercising. It also means finding small, simple ways to take care of ourselves and feel good about ourselves. And here’s one of the simplest ways out there: Upgrade your pajamas.”
So, what makes a nice pair of pajamas so wonderful?
To start, they are comfortable. There is a reason you turn to your Victorian style nightgown for luxurious sleep. It keeps your body at the right temperature and feels soft on your skin. Leaning back on your boudoir pillow, you can feel at ease while you read, write, or doze off. And when you wake up in the morning, you won’t want to take your pajamas off.
Quality pajamas make you feel luxurious. Your bedroom is your palace. You decorate it how you want and spend your most restorative hours there. There is a reason it’s called “beauty sleep.” You deserve to feel lovely and luxurious while you lounge in your pajamas.
These pieces of clothing also last for a long time. Once you find a white cotton nightgown that you love, you won’t need to give it up or replace it any time soon. By investing in a pair of pajamas rather than settling for a generic brand, you are gifting yourself years of comfortable and luxurious sleep. When you can look and feel your best everyday for years, you can make bedtime the best part of your day.
Whether you are an early riser or night owl, you deserve a Victorian style nightgown or white nightie to spend time wearing. This fabric and style will make you feel beautiful and comfortable, taking your self care routine to the next level.
Is Your Best Friend Getting Married? Consider These 7 Excellent Gift Ideas
If your best friend in the entire world is getting married soon, you should start thinking about what you’re going to get her for a present (or two). Keep in mind, however, that you don’t have to only get her one thing or even two! You can always come back to any of these ideas and give her a “just because” gift another time. But for now, these gift ideas should be perfect for any wedding present.
- Ladies nightgowns — Everyone should have a few ladies nightgowns in their closet and if your friend doesn’t at this point, they will definitely appreciate the gift. Getting your friend some nice white cotton pajamas will be an excellent gift, and you might even find a few pairs for yourself!
- Freshly cleaned sheets — Roughly three-quarters of people admit that they are much more comfortable at night on sheets with a fresh scent. Don’t let your best friend sleep on dirty bed sheets anymore, either get them cleaned yourself or just buy new ones altogether.
- Boudoir pillows — You don’t just have to get a single boudoir pillow as your only gift, but buying your best friend pillows and boudoir pillow cases will make for a wonderful wedding present.
- Embroidered hand towels — To add to your perfect best friend wedding care package, consider tossing in some high quality embroidered hand towels.
- Tickets to a popular play — Buying your friend items is fine, but getting her something that she and her partner can actually experience is a great idea. Take a look at upcoming shows in your area and find one that’s perfect for the happy couple.
- Nice picture frames — There will clearly be hundreds of excellent photos over the next few weeks, so getting high quality picture frames is a perfect gift idea.
- Engraved wine glasses — You can never go wrong with wine glasses for any occasion. Get some nice engraved wine glasses for your best friend and hopefully she’ll pour you some, too.
If you want to check out more high quality ladies nightgowns and find other great gift ideas, contact Jacaranda Living today!
Why Cotton Sleepwear Helps You Get A Restful Sleep
Cotton sleepwear will help you achieve a better night’s sleep, which is key to your health and wellness. According to research, you get a better night’s sleep on cotton sheets and in cotton sleepwear than in fabric that is made from synthetic fibers. This is because cotton naturally allows your skin to breathe and doesn’t trap heat under the covers. Everyone deserves and needs 8 hours of sleep a night, so why not make every night’s sleep as restful as you can get it in the fabric that has stood up to the test of time:
Cotton
Lightweight, comfortable cotton pajamas will make you look and feel lovely. Pair them with some high thread count cotton sheets, and you will never want to leave your bed. Remember that it isn’t just your skin telling you that you should be sleeping in cotton, but there are science-backed reasons that sing the praises of this fabric.
The Proven Benefits Of Cotton
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- Healthy Skin: A study by the Sleeping Council found that cotton allows your skin to breathe and doesn’t trap sweat. It is also less likely to scratch and irritate the skin.
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- Clean Fabrics: Cotton does not trap oils and odors like other fabrics, so you can feel fresh and clean while sleeping in your favorite pajamas. And when you do wash them, they are easy to care for.
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- Trusted Durability: The material of cotton is strong, as the fibers bind together well. This is especially true for fabrics with higher thread count, so always opt for quality.
- No Cling: You won’t have to worry about waking up surrounded by static cling. You can slip out of bed as easily as you slipped into it.
Quality is key when choosing cotton pajamas
When you slip on your white cotton nightgown or white nightshirt at night, you know that it is time for a restful evening and luxurious rest. By choosing sleepwear made from high quality cotton, you can truly enjoy all the above cotton benefits. It is also important to consider the fit of your pajamas, as you want them to hang loosely without falling off. By keeping these factors in mind, you can select the best cotton sleepwear for your needs.
There is a reason that white cotton nighties were a favorite for Victorian pajamas and are still used today. Resting in your white cotton nightgown will help you feel fresh and rejuvenated, transforming your nightly ritual into something more beautiful. Once you buy a pair of cotton pajamas for yourself, you might just find yourself buying them for everyone else.
Enjoy the perks of our cotton, and shop now for you, a friend, grandmother or mom. They will enjoy them for years and years to come.
Have a great week!
xoxo,
The Jacaranda Living Team
Fall-Inspired Decor to Add to Your Home
There is so much to love about the fall season, and now that Halloween and Thanksgiving are around the corner, there is even more reason to come up with ways to welcome fall into your home. For the most part, pumpkins are a sure way to excite you and your guests about the upcoming spooky holiday of Halloween. Who doesn’t love Halloween? Many kids and adults spend weeks, even months, deciding on their costumes and perfect haunted house party. For the adults, there are ways to take advantage of this fun holiday by inviting guests over for a dinner party, and incorporating your seasonal accessories, accents, and decor into your home. Read through our list of easy ways to give your home the fall makeover it deserves.
The How-to-Guide to spruce up your home with lovely fall-inspired decor:
Pumpkin Display
A little jar with mini pumpkins is adorable and festive. Who doesn’t love a little color of orange and green in their living room when fall hits? Now that the leaves are starting to change color, it’s important to keep your home up to date with the changing season. Adding mini pumpkins will keep your energy up and serve as a reminder of things to look forward to, i.e. Halloween and Thanksgiving! It will also give your guests a warm welcoming as they step into your home and see these festive touches. Everyone notices small things like this!
Fresh Smelling Plants
Spring may be special in all its color and glory, but fall is just as wonderful for growing plants at home. Buy a basil plant and keep it in your window sill where the sun shines, and remember to feed it daily. Soon, you will find it flourishing to be taller and stronger than you could imagine. Plus, the great thing about Basil plants is they smell wonderful, and you can always cut a little off to add to your pastas or salads. Decorate your window sill with plants, great reads, picture frames, and some of our high-end embroidered tissue box covers and curtains seen in the above photo.
Candle decorations, Cafe hygge and Fall apartment decor
Neutral or Beige Colored Bed Sheets
Our Jacaranda Living embroidered bed sheets with a Scroll embroidery are wonderful for a master or guest room, especially in the fall season. Put aside your brightly colored bed linens you had from spring and bring out some fresh beige and neutrals. It’s the perfect touch that will complement your new pumpkins, flourishing plant, and candle decorations you’ve placed around your home. Match your curtains to the scroll embroidered guest towels – either in your shower or around the main windows of your bedroom.
Cushions on the Sofa
Who says animals can’t live on couches? Our Whimsical wildlife designs in amusing settings are just what any home needs during the colder months. These pillows of animals lounging comfortably will certainly put smiles on your and your company’s faces. Choose from our selection of designs that best complement the colors in your living room.
Table Setting
Our Jacaranda Living leaf embroidered table and cocktail napkins are a wonderful way to make your dinner party that much more festive. Don’t be afraid to host that next dinner party when you have these table setting arrangements down. Order our matching cocktail and dinner napkins today.
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And one more thing, don’t forget to go apple picking! Apples are another great way to display your love for fall.
The little things count. Other additions and design trends for your home can be found on our Fall Season Pinterest board. Check it out!
Have a wonderful weekend!
xoxo,
The Jacaranda Living team
Jacaranda Living Takes on NYC: NY Now's Trade Show at the Javits Center
This week we had a successful trade show at the Javit's Center in NYC! There were a lot of new and old faces who came into our booth, and we are so pleased with the feedback we received about our newer styles. Thank you to everyone who came out to support and shop our collections. Here is a little recap of what we showcased at the show and to give you a peep of our newer styles that you might have missed!
Embroidered Guest Towels
Our embroidered guest towels have always been a customer favorite since we started. Boutiques in both resort areas and cities do really well with our wide assortment of designs on Waffle Weave, Terry Cloth and Linen. They make a perfect hostess gift and powder room pick-me-up! We recently added some new styles to the collection, which customers have been raving about. We really appreciate your opinions as well as your suggestions for inspiration! The new Sand Pipers were a big hit this time around. We showed them in blue and white, and will be doing them in shades of sand following quite a few requests at the show.
We work closely with our team in South Africa who stitch the designs and make each item with meticulous attention to detail. If you have new ideas for a design you'd like to see, we'd love to hear them.
Children's Pillows
Our embroidered designs on children's pillows have been growing rapidly! We’re excited to showcase even more playful imagery of kids playing to bring smiles to your little one’s faces. Discover the ones we showed at the show below and let us know your favorite!
Wildlife at Leisure Collection
As you know, we tie most of our designs to our African roots – the very reason we started Jacaranda Living! We recently wrote a blog post on our Whimsical Collection and what makes it so special. It just launched and has already been getting a lot of positive feedback. The cosmetic bags did really well, especially the ones of beautiful animals in the wild or whimsically resting on a couch.
These cosmetic bags are unique and the ultimate must-have to hold your smaller items such as pens, lipsticks and toothbrushes. Pick your favorite design from our collection here.
Cosmetic Bag and Matching Slippers
To round out the last bit from the show, here's a shot of our favorite new Bucket of Lavender design, which adds a little French accent to the collection. Hold onto those summer memories of yours in our Bucket of Lavender! You can shop it on tissue box covers, slippers, cosmetic bags, and guest towels.
Our Amazing Founder in the Booth
Thanks again to everyone for coming out. We hope to see all of you lovely people again at the next show. Reach out for any inquiries on the collections, we’d love to hear from you!
Xoxo,
Jacaranda Living team
Unveiling of the Whimsical Collection at the AmericasMart
The Whimsical Collection is a new line the Jacaranda Living team will be unveiling this week in Atlanta, Georgia at the AmericasMart! The team is most excited about their new Whimsical collection, which consists of the Wildlife at Leisure tote bags, beach bags, pillows and more. The Whimsical line has been a big hit for the team as it has in the past consisted of various pieces that are conversation starters – from Julia Baille’s funny guest towels of men and women playing golf or sunbathing to sleepy elephants on pillows next to airplanes. It is a different collection, unique to the brand’s more elevated aesthetic that consists of elegant white linens and it is very exciting to see the company being brought back to its African roots.
AmericasMart information:
Below are some of the newer Whimsical styles that will be on display at the show:
So take some time to browse the collection online or visit us at the booth (Atlanta, Bdg 1, 7th Floor, N13) this week! We will be there all week and will also be showcasing embroidered designs for your home and our classic ladies nighties in crisp cotton.
Have a great week!
Xoxo,
The Jacaranda Living Team
What to Pack for A Weekend at the Beach
We finally had the first weekend of summer last weekend, and the weather couldn’t have been better! It’s important to spend your weekends doing what you love because that is the time to yourself for rejuvenation, reflection and recuperating from the long work week before. For the upcoming Fourth of July Weekend, I’m sure everyone is preparing to pack for the beach! Here is a list of our favorite things from Jacaranda Living that are essentials when headed out to get some sun.
Sealife Cocktail Napkins
Monogrammed Cosmetic Bags
Floral Shower Cap
Beach-inspired Slippers
These are perfect natural linen slippers that are easy to slip on after a sandy day at the beach. They are also great for travel as they slide into each other and roll up into any slot in your bag. Order a pair for you and a friend who may be hosting you for the long weekend!
Large Beach Bag
Our Indian Summer tote bag from Jacaranda Living will hold all your precious belongings, like sunblock and a large beach towel, while you’re wandering the sites or walking on the sand.
Have a wonderful long beach weekend, and happy Fourth of July! Celebrate in style with our beach picks from the summer collection at Jacaranda Living.
XOXO,
The Jacaranda Team
The Ultimate Summer Gift Guide for the Host or Hostess
Summer is upon us and there is no better way to spend your weekends than on a beach with your friends. If you are planning to visit a friend’s beach house this summer for a dinner party or a long weekend, be sure to bring a few nautical-inspired beach products to thank your host or hostess and leave them with something beautiful that they can add to their home. Below is a list of a few of my favorite gifts from Jacaranda Living that are sure to make you look good in the eyes of your host and hostess this summer.
How divine are these Lighthouse embroidered cocktail napkins? They are great to have as decor and for guests to use at their next cocktail party this summer.
These lovely blue sea shell embroidered pillows and matching sheets will look beautiful in a guest room. Every host or hostess would love to have this bed set at their beach home.
Freshen up your bathroom or living room with these gorgeous embroidered tissue box covers from Jacaranda Living. They make the perfect host gifts for any room in the house!
Help your host stay organized with this cosmetic bag so fishing for their lipsticks, lotions and shades will be less of a pain. Choose your favorite style today.
Your friend will love these embroidered hand towels for their home’s guest bathroom. They are easy to wash and pretty to look at.
The perfect seaside slip on! Comfortable for you, an appreciated gift for someone special!
Embroidered Pillow
A crab, starfish and sand dollar embroidered Boudoir Pillow – give to a friend so they can use it for a shady rest in a hammock!
So with these beautiful gifts, you really can’t go wrong! Shop the beachy collection at jacarandaliving.com today.
Have a great Monday and enjoy this (finally) sunny weather.