The Sentimental Twist
The Sentimental Twist is a weekly podcast where vintage decor meets heirloom recipes, and every conversation is steeped in Southern charm. Hosted by Brittany Shepard and Melissa Austin-Weeks – two friends from different generations with one shared love for meaningful spaces and gracious hospitality. You’ll hear inspiring stories, home styling tips, easy entertaining ideas, and reflections on creating a life (and home) filled with beauty, tradition, and heart. Whether you’re a sentimental soul, a vintage lover, or a curious hostess, you’re in good company here.
The Sentimental Twist
Season 2 | Episode 8: Happy Thanksgiving from TST + Our Holiday Gift Guide!
Summary
In this episode, Brittany and Melissa celebrate Thanksgiving by sharing thoughtful gift ideas across various categories, including hostess gifts, gifts for women, gardeners, cooks, and cozy home essentials. They emphasize the importance of meaningful and personalized gifts, while also discussing tech and wellness options that promote mindfulness. The conversation is filled with practical suggestions and heartfelt sentiments, making it a perfect guide for holiday gifting.
Highlights:
- Our Holiday Gift Guide: The Sentimental Twist's 2025 Holiday Gift Guide (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BbY9eJcE1j-J2J7Tb8OznaLXSA7q4FQssLvapzfYLRg/edit?usp=sharing)
Takeaways
- Gift giving is a way to honor relationships.
- Hostess gifts should be thoughtful and practical.
- Personalized gifts show you care about the recipient's interests.
- Secondhand gifts can be meaningful and unique.
- Gifts for gardeners should be beautiful and functional.
- Cooking gifts should enhance the kitchen experience.
- Cozy home gifts create a warm atmosphere.
- Mindful gifting focuses on wellness and self-care.
- Tech gifts can be stylish and functional.
- Every gift should carry a sentimental twist.
Contact The Sentimental Twist:
Follow The Sentimental Twist on Instagram @thesentimentaltwistpodcast.
Email: thesentimentaltwistpodcast@gmail.com.
Follow the Co-Hosts:
- Brittany: @brittanyshepard and www.thesentimentaldecorator.com and YouTube.
- Melissa: @homewithatwist and www.homewithatwist.com and YouTube.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to The Sentimental Twist Season 2, Episode 8!
00:27 Special Thanksgiving Day Episode: Holiday Gift Guide!
02:18 Gifts for The Hostess
09:13 Thoughtful Gifts for Women
19:39 Gardening and Birdwatching Gifts
27:13 Thoughtful Gifts for Cooks
36:10 Gifts for a Cozy Home
47:33 Mindful Gifting: Thoughtful Presents for Loved Ones
56:53 A Toast to Sentiment
