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Gifts for Dear Friends: Frog and Toad

Embrace creature comforts and stay-at-home simplicity.

November 15, 2024

The frog and toad books have always epitomized a dream life for me: exploring, baking, lounging—all of my favorite things. And to top it off, you get to do it with your best friend! Both practical and beautiful, gifts that encourage a slower way of living will surely bring a smile to your friend’s face.

Shaker Stripes Cashmere throw By Saved NY

There’s nothing else I’d rather be wrapped up in.

$998, hawkinsnewyork.com

Enamel Slimpot Kettle by Tsukiusagi

Anyone’s nightly tea ritual would get a serious upgrade with this kettle.

$115, nickeykehoe.com

Frog And Toad: A Complete Reading Collection by arnold lobel

All the classics in one—it’ll become any child’s favorite immediately.

$128, ebay.com

Wool Sweater by TOd’s

A classic-but-interesting sweater that’s made my own wish list.

$1,195, tods.com

Trigger Mug by Bennington Potters

Classic and simple, with a little bit of interest in the quirky handle.

$24, benningtonpotters.com

Handwoven Willow Mushroom Basket by Valérie Lavaure

This basket doubles as both practical object and work of art.

$285, abask.com

Mamajuju by Vyrao

This scent will transport and ground you.

$220, vyrao.com

Signature Chocolate Assortment by L.A. Burdick

Nothing like a box of chocolates. Forever my favorite!

From $27, burdickchocolate.com

5.5 qt Round Cocotte by Staub

I reach for my Dutch oven all the time, and I love the colors these Staub ones come in.

$400, zwilling.com

Holocene No.1 oil lamp by Ilse Crawford 

An update on the classic oil lamp—perfect for that person who has everything.

$307, wastberg.com

Fujimaki Rattan Secateurs by Niwaki

Another practical gift that’s been crafted in such a special, beautiful way.

$139, goodeeworld.com

Tin Cloth Open Supply Tote 

I love the versatility of this bag with all of its pockets!

$185, filson.com

Zermatt Shearling slippers

The coziest house shoes that you’ll return to again and again.

$100, birkenstock.com

Rush Bread Basket by Felicity Irons

A perfect host gift that feels thoughtful and special.

$94, davidmellordesign.com

La Mère Kitchen Utinsels Set by Marie Michielssen

A beautiful update to a kitchen staple.

$45, us.serax.com

OAK Fruit Bowl by De JONG & Co.

Not to fret, this bowl will fit a myriad of styles—all your friends will love it.

$350, dejongandco.com


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