There’s no better time than the holidays to surprise a client with the perfect present. “A good gift has a personal touch and is unique,” designer Dani Arps tells Business of Home. “It demonstrates genuine effort and can transform a simple gesture into a lasting bond.”
To help you spread some seasonal cheer, we asked designers to share their favorite gift ideas, and they delivered. From hand-painted champagne bottles to pink mahjong tiles, show your party-throwing clientele how much you care with these timeless treasures.
LOTTA CHEESE/PASTRIES DOME BY LSA
“LSA cheese domes are simple, beautiful and really useful. They’re mouthblown glass and come in a range of sizes, so they work for cheese, cakes or anything you want to elevate on a table.” —Kevie Murphy, Manhasset, New York
CHOCOLATE PANETTONE BY FROM ROY
“This is not just a panettone; this is a life-changing, craveable work of art that will undoubtedly become part of your holiday traditions.” —Samantha Feuer, Norris Studio, Maryville, Tennessee
CLARISSE CANDLE IN PREACHER BY 1889 WAX LIGHTING
“I discovered these candles at High Point Market this year in Verellen’s showroom and immediately stocked up. The Preacher scent is rich and soulful, and the handmade porcelain vessel from Bozeman, Montana, adds a timeless touch of elegance to any space.” —Cortney Bishop, Charleston, South Carolina
DIAMOND EDITION HYBRID COCKTAIL SHAKER BY ELEVATED CRAFT
“Whether displayed on a bar cart or used to craft a signature cocktail, this sleek shaker is a daily reminder of refined living and thoughtful design—making it the perfect token of appreciation for the season.” —Mark Schubert, M2 Design Lab, Chicago
ANTIQUE SILVER-PLATED RIDING-THEMED CRUET SET AT NINA CAMPBELL
“I think antique cruets make the most wonderful gifts. Each one has its own character and history, so you know you’re giving something truly unique.” —Nina Campbell, London
WALNUT WOOD CUTTING BOARD BY ADIRONDACK KITCHEN AT ETSY
“This year, we are gifting our clients a handcrafted cutting board, garnished with ribbons, bells and greenery.” —Kristen Wolff, Brandon Architects, Costa Mesa, California
ARTIST CANDLE BY THE MAKER
“Scents have memory and last forever, and linking a particular scent to a wonderful time helps capture that moment.” —Dani Arps, New York
NESTING SERVING SET IN FOREST BY KATI VON LEHMAN
“Any of Kati’s pieces would make a great gift, but this particular serving set is great for a client who entertains. Four matching pieces makes hosting easy, and the forest green color is a beautiful accent with any interior.” —Patti Woods, Birmingham, Alabama
RANCH MAHJONG TILES IN DUSTY ROSE BY THE MAHJONG LINE
“We are in our mahjong era, and so are a lot of our friends. These tiles are so playful and fun and come in such a wonderful variety of colorways.” —Anna Kroesser, Kroesser + Strat Design, New York
MESA TABLETOP FIRE PIT BY SOLO STOVE
“We received one of Solo Stove’s tabletop fire pits as a gift last year and absolutely love it. I’m planning on gifting it to clients myself, because it is perfect for making s’mores or creating ambience outdoors without the fuss of starting a large fire.” —Kristin Harrison, Georgia & Hunt Design House, McLean, Virginia
HAND-PAINTED CHAMPAGNE BOTTLE BY CHELSEA HILL STYLES
“This is such a great way to add flair to your holiday cheers. You can have the bottle branded to your business or have the artist create a custom design that coordinates with your interiors.” —Lisa Gilmore, St. Petersburg, Florida
MAXIMILIAN FAUX TORTOISE/GOLD BAR COLLECTION BY BLUE PHEASANT
“This faux tortoise bar set is so eye-catching and adds a luxe, edgy pop to any space.” —Michelle Murphy, Demi Ryan, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
THOM VASES BY SEBASTIAN MENSCHHORN FOR LOBMEYR
“These vases by Lobmeyr are restrained while commanding presence, even when displayed without blooms. The silhouette is at once delicate and substantial, making this a piece worthy of heirloom status.” —Matt Donahoe, Bureau Interior Architecture/Design, Nashville, Tennessee
WOOD AND MARBLE APPETIZER SERVING PLATTER BY MARK & GRAHAM
“We love gifting personalized treasures. It’s a thoughtful touch that adds a personal flair to any gathering.” —Autumn Pochiro, Autumn Dawn Design, Dublin, Ohio
MASS WINE STOPPER BY FS OBJECTS
“We love gifting these chic wine stoppers and a bottle of wine for the perfect holiday pop.” —Mallory Robins, Kobel + Co, Kansas City, Missouri
