Perfectly Personalized

Beautiful linens are an essential for the holiday entertaining season, and at any time of year, so a set of monogrammed napkins or guest towels makes a great gift for your hostess (or yourself!). I like white on white because it is subtle and goes with anything, but you can personalize them with colour if you’re sure of what will match her tableware or powder room. Bonus: This store ships across Canada, which means one less trip to the frenzied mall (but plan for a week to have your order made, plus shipping time).
-Andrea Mills, Home Associate

White linen napkin, $50 for set of 6. Little Monogram Shop, Port Perry, Ont., 800-982-1785.