So many friends and acquaintances are moving on to the child-bearing years of their lives that I foresee a lot of baby showers in my future. I want to be known as a solid gift-giver, so I’ve done my fair share of research on the some off-the-beaten path gifts that will hopefully bring a genuine smile to the mama to be. First up — a seriously darling baby blanket ($100, Donna Wilson) for the preppy mother. Lovely, gender neutral pick.
Speaking of prepster gear, imagine a wee little tot in this adorable sailboat tee ($38, Baby’s Got Style) with a pair of itty-bitty boat shoes ($35, Cheeky Little Soles):
For the little gal, how sweet is this sailboat-print sundress ($68, Pink Chicken) with a pair of classic Salt Water sandals ($35, Zappos)?
Alternately, how beyond precious are these little onesies ($18-$22, Hanna Anderson):
I kind of like the idea of packaging baby gifts in these mini-suitcases ($45 for 4, Baby’s Got Style) and tying a big white bow on the handle:
For a big ticket gift for the nursery, how whimsical and sweet is this teepee ($120, Cath Kidston)?!
Or, what about a classic pull-toy like this patchwork-color elephant ($25, ella+elliott):
Or maybe one of these precious knit giraffes ($49, Yada Yada):
I also love the idea of the classic piggy bank as a gift. {I still have the one I received as a wee babe on my dresser! It’s silver-plated with a Peter the Rabbit engraving on the front.} These Jonathan Adler styles ($78, Jonathan Adler) caught my eye:
Alternately, these Serena and Lily Sausalito baskets which can double (triple?) as a baby napping space, a toy chest, or a laundry hamper ($150, Serena and Lily):
Perhaps bundle with one of these funky little baby blankets from Little Hip Squeaks ($40, Little Hip Squeaks) — they even have a mustache-print one!
For a BIG TICKET gift (O.M.G.), check out this ride-on Saab Roadster model ($600, ella+elliott):
I mean, are you kidding with that ruffle?! LOVE.
Happy weekend!