Maddie's Picks of the Week

I'd like to extend an official welcome to Maddie, our newest sales associate here at Red Sail. She's coming on board during an exciting time, as we near the 1 year anniversary of opening the storefront, and the approach of our *fingers crossed* very busy holiday season. In an effort to share the amazing collections at Red Sail, Maddie, Adele, and I will now be regularly posting our personal favorites from the shop. First up...

Maddie's Picks for 10/29/12

1. Curve Tall Tea Mug    
For the tea lovers out there, like myself, this is a great product! Both functional and beautifully designed, this porcelain mug comes with an extra-fine tea infuser and a lid that also functions as a drip dish. One reason why I love this mug is that its shape allows you to fully wrap both hands around it, feeling the heat of the tea inside... a wonderful way to warm up in the fall and winter months! Available in a variety of fun colors, my personal favorite is carrot - a warm orange. $22

2. Frog Hand Puppet   
These one of a kind hand puppets are the perfect holiday gift for the little munchkin in your life. Designed and produced in Toronto by Cate & Levi, each puppet is responsibly made from reclaimed wool and no two are the same. I personally love the frog, whose playful demeanor is expressed through its brightly colored mouth and tongue, making him the perfect pal for reading your kiddo’s next bedtime story. $32

3. Square Link Necklace
Designed and handmade in Brooklyn, New York, By Boe creates fun and elegant jewelry. Using a mix of both new and vintage materials with 14-kt gold-fill and sterling silver, the geometric shapes of their designs offers a simple beauty to the ear or neck. I love connecting shapes together, so I bought the Square Link Necklace, a delicate piece made up of two small squares interlinked on a 14 K gold-filled chain. Simple and elegant, this piece is bound to receive lots of compliments. $44 

Give Mom a Gold Star, She Deserves It!

With Mother's Day quickly approaching (May 8th), I've been thinking about all the new moms I know... woman my age (in their 30s) that are able to be super stylish and put together every time I see them, even while changing diapers and settling a screaming toddler. They are truly amazing, as I'm sure my own mom was over 30 years ago. So if you've got a mom in your life that deserves a "thank-you" here are my RED SAIL favorites... cheerful gifts for Mother's day. Want more details? Just click the pic!

Envirosax Fold-Up Grocery Bags, $9, 15 designs to choose from - Holds 44lbs of farmer's market goodness!

Herb Pot Trio, $48 (or Herb Pot Single $20) - She loves to cook and fresh herbs are the best!

Roost Farmers Market Baskets, $12 - $24 - She's got a green thumb and always has garden goodies for you.

These Creatures Warbler Mini Leash Hook, $28, 4 colors to choose from - Still trying to get you to pick up after yourself!

Bungalow 360 Pocket Bag, $38, 5 patterns to choose from - Because Mom bags can never have enough pockets, ever.

Daphne Olive Baby Bird Necklace, $42 - You've left the nest, but you'll always be her baby bird.

Forlife Curve Tall Tea Mug, $18, 5 colors to choose from - A mom needs her caffeine. Hot...

Forlife 54 oz. Mist Iced Tea Just, $30 (or $26 for 34oz) - .....or cold.

Bauer Ringware Vase, $40, 4 colors to choose from - Multitasks like moms do... utensil storage, vase, wine chiller.

Apple & Bee Pencil Case, $30, 8 patterns to choose from - Every woman needs a place for her secret weapons, be it makeup, or snacks.

Xenia Taler Blossom Trivet, $38, 2 colors - She's always trying to keep the table nice...

Felt Lotus Coasters, $9 set of 3, 3 colors to choose from - so don't forget to use a coaster on that wood!

Black & Blum Lunch Box, $23, 2 colors - She is always on the go, and she needs her fuel!

Crash Candles, $23, 20 patterns to choose from - Fresh, clean, bright and cheerful... or at least she tries to be!

Apple & Bee Canvas Lovebird Tote, $36 - Durable, roomy, and cheerful!