Shake the snow globe and watch the flakes drift over the Glass House—the iconic home designed by architect Philip Johnson. All proceeds go toward the preservation of this National Trust Historic Site. $60, Glass House Design Store, New Canaan, 203-594-9884, theglasshouse.org
Animal hats for kids from nonprofit Krochet Kids are made of super-soft acrylic yarn. Each is tagged with the name of the woman who made it; funds raised help empower women in Uganda and Peru to rise above poverty. Panda hat, $24, through Oddz, Westport, 203-221-3116, krochetkids.org
The Knoll Textiles bracelet is fashioned from ultrasuede and embellished with sparkling Swarovski crystals. All proceeds benefit Goods for Good, a charity that works to help develop community enterprises in Malawi. $29, 212-343-4190, www.knoll.com, goodsforgood.org.
The FEED Function bag, in Hot Sauce red, sets the trend for looking good and doing good. The purchase of this kicky bag provides 100 school meals to children in need. $100, 888-772-6811, feedprojects.com
Canvas Home gives 10 percent of its profits to organizations that support artisan groups in America and developing countries. The terracotta Spongeware collection is hand-glazed in blue and white in mix and match patterns. Nut bowl, $19, Canvas Home, NYC, 212-372-7706, canvashomestore.com.
Give the gift of hearing. With each pair of headphones sold by LSTN, a donation is made to provide hearing aids to people in need through the Starkey Hearing Foundation. Cherry-wood Troubadours, $150, 323-822-5946, lstnheadphones.com.
The Bic ACE–TEC Wahine stand-up paddleboard through L.L. Bean is built specifically for women. Measuring 10 feet, 6 inches, this all-around performer is ideal for pond, lake or calm ocean waters. $1,300, 800-441-5713, llbean.com
Made of waxed recycled cotton, the double bike bag from GUS (Great Useful Stuff) is water resistant. Easy-access side pouches easily accommodate a water bottle and cell phone. $60, 800-341-9159, greatusefulstuff.com
The Superstar package at Chewton Glen, in Hampshire, England, allows guests to record a track at a nearby studio. Then, take home a CD to document the thrill. Just as exciting are the accommodations at Chewton Glen, a traditional English country house. Stay overnight in a Treehouse suite and relax in the award-winning spa facilities. Packages begin at $1,379 per person per night, chewtonglen.com.
The culinary enthusiast in your life will love a 45-minute cooking lesson with Chef Maria Marchetti at Columbus Park Trattoria, followed by a four-course dinner for two and a bottle of wine. Price starts at $250 (tax and tip not included), Columbus Park Trattoria, Stamford, 203-967-9191, columbusparktrattoria.com
Tapping into Scandinavian engineering, Bikeid bikes are built with classic innovation. Frames are made of Chromoly steel, stronger than aluminum but lighter than steel. Bikes are shipped in one-to-two business days, perfect for last-minute shoppers. $590–$990, bikeid.us.
Train like a champion with a Garmin Forerunner 620 runner’s watch featuring a heart-rate monitor, distance tracker and recovery advisor. Upload information on cadence, ground-contact time and vertical oscillation. $500, Best Buy, Norwalk, 203-857-4543, garmin.com
The beauty and grace of a butterfly is captured in the Thomas Fuchs Butterfly Collection of iridescent barware and accessories crafted in silver and inlay abalone. $30–$85, Saks Fifth Avenue, Greenwich, 203-862-5300, saksfifthavenue.com
Tesseron’s Passion XO Cognac is aged for more than 10 years and selected for elegance, lightness and a very floral quality. $300, Harry’s Wine & Liquor Market, Fairfield, 203-259-4692, harryswine.com, tesseroncognac.com.
Bocce bud vases by master glassblower Tracy Glover are made in the time-honored Venetian technique. The Arabesque pattern is composed of intertwining flowing spirals, woven in blue, gold, white or plum. $67, Comina, Mystic, 860-536-7814, comina.com, tracygloverstudio.com.
The faux antler centerpiece by Serena and Lily is made of powder-coated aluminum, finished in a white lacquer. Equally suitable for displaying on a mantel or console—add garland and ornaments for a thoroughly festive flourish. $198, 631-537-5544, serenaandlily.com.
The Steel Pipe drink trolley by Cappellini delivers the simple and timeless aesthetics of designer Shiro Kuramata. It’s a classic in black and white with an epoxy powder-coated finish. $2,070, Cappellini Showroom, NYC, 212-966-0669, cappellini.it.
Your guests will be sipping pretty with the Thomas Fuchs End of Day glasses handmade in Italy. The 22k-gold, polka-dot glassware is available in amethyst, gray or amber, $115 each, Saks Fifth Avenue, Greenwich, 203-862-5300, saksfifthavenue.com
Bring brilliance to the table with John Robshaw’s Bersi napkins. The hand-blocked metallic designs are made in India of 100-percent cotton. The 21-inch-square napkins are sold in sets of four. $45, Fig Linens, Westport, 203-227-8669, figlinens.com, johnrobshaw.com
Tuscan wine Ruffino Modus is presented in an intricate limited-edition Florentine box designed by the Milan Design School, Poli.design. The brushed-gold sleeve also functions as a pretty luminaria. $89, reservebar.com
One of Oscar de la Renta’s favorite jewel tones, emerald green, lends sophistication to a holiday table. The Gallery medium glass serving bowl is 9.5-inches diameter, 6-inches high. $245, Neiman Marcus, White Plains, 877-634-6269, neimanmarcus.com, oscardelarenta.com
Carry a tune anywhere with the portable Hoop Bluetooth speaker from MoMA. $120, through MoMA Design Shops, NYC, 212-708-9700, momastore.org
Ralph Lauren’s elegant Regina punch bowl is crafted in Italy of earthenware china, handpainted with a navy exterior, trimmed in gleaming platinum, 13-inches diameter, 7 ¼-inches high. $995, Ralph Lauren, Greenwich, 203-869-2054, ralphlaurenhome.com
The Holly Beth Organics complete sample set of cleanser, toner, moisturizer and eye cream are perfect for anytime, on-the-go pampering. $52, Flight 001, Brooklyn, 718-243-0001, hollybethorganics.com
Aerin’s handpainted ceramic Gold Grid box, finished in 18k gold leaf with a berry glaze is handmade in Italy and inspired by the work of Viennese designer and architect Josef Hoffmann. Perfect as a stand-alone gift, or tuck a surprise inside (think jewelry). $950, Aerin, NYDC, aerin.com
A bespoke backgammon board from Alexandra Llewellyn is a work of art with custom details and sophisticated artistry. Up the game with a personalized message, initials or semi-precious stone and brass playing pieces. $4,280, available at Barneys NY, 212-826-8900, barneys.com, or through alexandralldesign.com .
Wrap up in luxury with the Christina Azario Arno throw in pure cashmere with a turquoise suede fringe (52-inches-by-68-inches), $3,800, 646-649-4806, christinaazario.com
The luxurious Rauwolf Brutalist clutch in abalone green is created from Plexiglas and briar wood, with a silk lining and hand-finished in Italy. $2,910, 646-417-3256, rauwolfnyc.com
Commission a painting of a pet for a one-of-a-kind gift. CTC&G Editor-In-Chief D.J. Carey’s beloved basset hound, Dottie, was captured in oils by realist painter Pia Ledy. Prices upon request, Piadesign Inc., NYC, 212-289-4444, pialedy.com
The smart look and classic style of the Slim Line watch from TW Steel is well suited for the man who wants a more formal accessory for business or dress attire. Prices range $389–$559, available at Allen M. Jewelers, NYC, 212-764-1814, Swiss Gold, NYC, 212-869-5919, twsteel.com
The Faribault iPad sleeve from Copious Row is made in America and “upcycled” from blanket remnants. Fits all iPad models, 8.5-inches-by-11-inches, $45, copiousrow.com
The weathered-white, board-and-batten design of the full-sized cabin bed from RH features two windows and a door with roll-down canvas curtains for privacy. $2,999, RH, Westport, 203-222-1027, Greenwich, 203-552-1040, rhbabyandchild.com
