Still stuck for Christmas present ideas?!

We all know that the proverbial shopping clock is ticking away- only FIVE more shopping days this holiday season.. or six, if you are the type to try your luck at some stores on Christmas morning.

With the storm this weekend, my guess is you're probably snowed in, and furiously online searching for those last minute purchases.

Have no fear! She Chester will save the day this coming week for any of those last minute purchases.

We all have that friend or family member who has just about everything. Every year, you put your thinking cap on and as the Christmas ends, you ask yourself how you're supposed to do it all again in a year.

Today I'd like to share a photo of our our more unique presents. This apron is for the gal who serves as hostess with the mostess in your circle- always having friends over, always coming up with new and delicious meals. Someone with spunk.

Imagine her delight when she receives this apron- the epitome of holiday cheer. I promise you she won't be receiving another one this Christmas!

For all those last minute shoppers out there, don't forget to swing by She Chester this final week to check the last gifts off of your list.

See you soon,
Mary

Our First Christmas

While each Christmas is special in their own way, I think we can all agree that there is something very memorable about your first holiday with your significant other.

Newlyweds often find themselves with their house brimming with wedding gifts that need putting away- from pots and pans to new sheets and towels. By the time the holidays roll around, we as friends of the young lovebirds have to ask ourselves-

"What in the world is left to get them?"

Well I have your answer right here! Our Recipe for Love Measuring Spoons are the perfect stocking stuffers. They come in a set of four:

A HEAP OF HAPPINESS - 1 Tablespoon (5 1/4 inches)
A SPOON OF SHARING - 1 Teaspoon (4 inches)
A PINCH OF PASSION - 1/2 Teaspoon (3 1/4 inches)
A DASH OF DREAMS - 1/4 Teaspoon (3 inches)

These are the perfect compliment to the many kitchen related gifts they surely received for their wedding.

So stop on by today!

See you soon,

Mary

The Elf on a Shelf- A Holiday Tradition

I love Holiday Traditions and always enjoy hearing how other familiers celebrate this magical time of year. We here at She Chester stumbled upon this great book by Carol Aebersold and Chanda Bell, which gave us yet another great tradition for Christmas.

We all know that children like to especially be good during this time of year. After all- a certain you know who is finding out who's naughty or nice. Each year, however, the same question surely came up in many households- how does Santa really know whether one is being naughty or nice?

The answer? The Elf on the Shelf.

As the story goes, the Elf is Santa's helper, keeping an eye on children throughout the world while reporting back to Santa nightly. He often appears at the start of the holiday season and each night, he returns to the North Pole to turn in his report. Every morning, children wake up to find their Elf sitting in different positions throughout the house, resting after the long trip back.

This story stems from author Carol's own holiday traditions:

Over the years the tradition was perfected and rules were introduced. For example, to better preserve his mystique the children were not allowed to touch him but talking to him was a different matter all together. My children shared many secrets with the elf, and while he was under strict orders not to talk to them, the elf was under no such orders where grown-ups were concerned.

Unwittingly, the tradition provided an added benefit: it helped the children to better control themselves. All it took was a gentle reminder that the "elf is watching," for errant behavior to be modified.
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We here at She Chester are thrilled to carry The Elf on the Shelf, and hope you'll consider making it your own holiday tradition.

See you soon,
Mary

Tis the season at She Chester!

The holidays are just around the corner and She Chester is excited to get everyone prepared for them!

This Saturday, November 7, we will be hosting our Holiday Open House from 10am-5pm at the store.

We plan to have all of our holiday merchandise out and ready to fill the stockings of your family and friends.

We will also be providing refreshments, and the opportunity for everyone to sign up for our raffle. Hope to see you there!