Eat Drink Chic

My husband and I are working very hard to get the new site design up and running soon. My sincerest apologies for the long delay!  I also have some brand new holiday freebies waiting patiently in the wings. (I'm reserving these for the new site!) but in the meantime if you want to get in to the holiday mood, check out some of my projects from previous years:

Free Holiday Knit Tags

Free Typographic Gift Tags

Free Holiday Mail Stripes Gift Tag

Free Paper Reindeer Postcard and Tag

Free 'Peace, Love and Reindeer Hugs' gift tags

Free Jumbo Gift Tags

Free Holiday Treat Bag

See more holiday goodness in the Holiday Archives...

So, what has everyone got planned for the holiday break? On the very top of my list are activities that involve minimal thinking and couch appreciation.

We're also looking forward to Sukie's very first trip to the beach and enjoying other dog-friendly excursions. I'm certain there will also be much merriment over various BBQs with friends, regular meltings in the summer heat and excessive chocolate consumption. (I've come to the conclusion that it is impossible to avoid sugar overload during the holidays so this year I'm not even going to try.)

But before I get ahead of myself, there is still much to be done. As usual, I have left everything to the absolute last minute. Next week will be a flurry of gift making, packaging and shopping- oh my.

Anyway, please enjoy these gift tags that I've designed for you- Hope they help you with your last minute gift projects.

Read on to download your freebies!

I've personally never hugged a reindeer before but I imagine the experience would be warm and snuggly and definitely worthy of wishing upon loved ones during the holiday season.

So with this concept in mind, I've created these little tags for you to download and use for your holiday gifting.

Read on to download your freebies!

For my final post for the year I thought I would share with you some of the little details of my holiday decorating. In all the insanity, leading up to Christmas, it's nice to immerse myself in the the serenity depicted in these shots and I hope you enjoy them too.

You may recognise this little dove - it's the spring bird card from o-check. This beautiful frame was purchased from Est about a year ago. (Unfortunately, I can't remember the creator's name as I've lost the tag that came along with it).

These nifty white wire fairy lights were purchased from Ikea. They look amazing scattered around the apartment. My only regret is not buying more! The next time I was there they were all sold out.

I bought the larger tree bark votive holder a year ago from Est. The smaller votive was purchased recently from Capital Kitchen. My husband arrived home a couple of days ago carrying the biggest bunch of flowers I have ever seen! This lovely white rose was tied around the base of the arrangement.

This birch tree ornament was also a purchase from Capital Kitchen.

I want to say a huge thank-you to all my readers over this last year. It's been a fantastic journey! I look forward to returning in a couple of weeks time- January 10, 2011 with regular updates. Have a wonderful and happy holiday season everyone!

See you all in the new year! xxoo

{ all images by Amy Moss }

You might remember this little guy from a previous holiday freebie. I've adapted him to include moveable legs, antler and tail to be used either as a decorative tag to adorn your holiday gifts or as part of a playful DIY postcard.

Continue for more pics, instructions and to download your freebies!

01. 'Half a Turkey' handmade Christmas card from make-do

02. Tutorial for paper snowflakes spotted on How About Orange.

03. Sagaform heart bowl and ladle at John Lewis

04. Present bow slipper from Peter Alexander

05. Sequin heart shoe clips from ban.do

06. 'O Christmas Tree' candle from Mozi

07. Christmas stickers from Cox & Cox

Adorable gingham envelopes and thank-you notecards from Stripe & Field. Also loving their holiday muslin gift pouches.

{ via frolic! }

Some pretty wrapping paper over at Mae.

'Grace' dress by Juliette Hogan Bridesmaid... Doily notecards from Beau Ideal... Rusty bell heart decorations from Toast... School Shoes from Kling

'Ellie' wood sunglasses from Capital... Doily notecards from Beau Ideal... Dress by Fleur Wood... Pinecone heart wreath from Le Souk

Hope you enjoy this set of holiday gift tags I've whipped up for you. I had fun experimenting with some fancy hand-lettering! Continue to download your freebies.

Cute christmas cards from Shanna Murray.

1.  Reindeer garland from Toast

2.  'Le premier noel' card from Attik72  { via design*sponge }

3.  Birch decorations from Venucci

4.  Apple stamp from Kikki K

5.  Wooden ornaments from Maileg

6.  Striped mini pegs from Kikki K

7.  Card and envelope from Specklefarm

8.  Birch votives from Venucci

9.  Teapot from T2 Tea

10. Kissing Friday Dress from Anthropologie

I'm a real sucker for pretty colours. The Jack and Lulu Calendar for 2011. Available at Orange and Pear.

I'm a huge fan of all things Lucky Boy Sunday and their holiday softies are no exception!

Now, I'm no seamstress. Far from it, in fact. I do, however, have a thing for fabrics. I'm amassing a collection that will soon take over the world.

Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Holidays! I will be taking a short and much needed break and Eat Drink Chic will be returning on:

MONDAY 11th JANUARY, 2010

Please come back and visit! I've got great things planned for the new year- more DIY and Freebies, a brand new site design and more inspiring links. Thanks to all my readers and to all who commented on my site and messaged me in the last 6 or so months. Also, a big thanks to those who have blogged or twittered my various articles- the support is greatly appreciated! It's been lovely meeting you all. It has also been a real thrill immersing myself daily in all the talent in the blogging and design/craft community- you are all amazing! I look forward to returning in January. Have a great holidays! xxoo

Last minute holiday freebie- a printable reindeer gift tag in two sizes. Hope you enjoy! Continue for your free download!

Mail-themed holiday gift tags designed by moi and perfect for little white packages tied up with red and white twine. Continue to download your free printable tag!

Also appearing in my Borders window display is this jumbo-sized gift tag which utilises the same motif as my Holiday Treat Bag. Continue for your free download!

As part of my window display at Borders I designed these paper goodie bags -  perfect for home-baked goods, candy or any kind of small-sized gifts. Continue for assembly instructions and to download your free printable bag design!