andPlay Gift Guide 2021

Under $25:

SO many great colors, it is so cozy, and you know that it will actually be used! Order them for everyone on your list and save big!

Hannah: NPR Podcast Puzzle

I'm a huge puzzle person and was actually gifted this puzzle for my birthday this year! It's the perfect gift for your NPR-loving friend -- it's not too challenging and will be fun for the podcast-obsessed!

Luxury:

Maya: this absolutely gorgeous small cross-body bag

This carries a hefty price-tag, but if you are looking to be a little spend-y this is it! It is hand made in USA and just an absolute stunner—what more could one ask for?!

Hannah: Seasonal Wreath Subscription

Though I've never been a Christmas wreath person, his is always a gift that I eye every year because it just looks so magical. Imagine having a tasteful, aromatic wreath on your front door every season. They are so beautiful and really invoke the seasons to me, rather than a specific holiday!

For the kitchen:

Maya: The Everyday Bowl

This is the bowl to end all bowls. Get them for yourself, your friends, and your family. No one will turns these bad boys away.

Hannah: Cascatelli by Sporkful Gift Set

I was really enthralled by Dan Pashman's podcast (The Sporkful) series documenting his creation of an entirely new pasta shape. Though many in the industry were skeptical, it's actually become a huge hit! I haven't had the opportunity to try it yet, but this gift set is a great way to give your pasta-loving friend a new shape to experiment with.

Cookbooks:

Maya: The Moosewood Cookbook

It is a favorite now and forever. This new 40th anniversary cover also makes it a beautiful item to add to your shelves!

Hannah: Snacking Cakes

My energy for large baking projects has diminished but this is an incredible cookbook for making a quick and tasty cake in no time! All in one bowl!

Cozy Comforts:

Maya: Candles!

Fallen Fir, Piñon, Kush, and Teakwood & Tobacco are some of my absolute FAVES year after year! They also all happen to come in beautiful vessels that make them stand-out gifts!

Hannah: Lululemon Align High-rise Leggings

If you can get past the price point, these are the most comfortable leggings I have ever owned! And they come in three lengths, which is perfect if you are short like me.

For the travelers:

Maya: Baggu Puffy Laptop Sleeve

This laptop sleeve has been with me for the past few years, and it comes with me everywhere to keep my computer safe and give me a little smile with its cheerful design!

Hannah: Anker Dual Wall and Portable Charger

This has been frequently in and out of my amazon cart for the past two years, just because I haven't been traveling as much because of the pandemic! But, with my old on-the-go lifestyle, this seems like a great option to cut down on the number of charging blocks that you need to pack. Plus, you can use it as a portable charger while traveling!

2021 Music Releases:

This is a list of some favorites from the year, but is by no means comprehensive!

Apartment House Number Pieces by John Cage
López Trio Live at Roulette
Louth Contemporary Music Society I listened to the wind again by Jürg Frey
Andrew McIntosh A moonbeam is just a filtered sunbeam
Nappy Nine Double Down
Éliane Radigue occam ocean 3
Mariel Roberts Armament
TAK ensemble Star Maker Fragments
Wild Up Julius Eastman Vol. 1 Feminine