More and more friend groups are catching onto the favorite things parties. I've been to a couple this year and I love how fun and competitive they get! I rounded up some fun (and stinking cute) gifts that I love and that will have all your friends fighting over. Honesty, I want to keep them all! Makes for great teacher, neighbor and friend gifts too! Thank you Target for sponsoring this post 15 Gift Ideas- Star Pretzels // Serving Bowl with Lid // Cutting Board // Cheese Knives // Crackers // Mini Cake Stand // Olive Oil and Vinegar oil Jars // Salt and Pepper Cellars // Dish ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide For Him 2023
I try to personalize my gifts or even think about something they need but make it fun. There is a little something on this guide for any guy, Kevin helped me out and he always comes up with fun things! Which is a perk for me, makes shopping easy to get him the one thing he doesn't have on this list! If you are looking to expand your gift-giving for HIM this year, consider these must-haves for your guy, hope it helps! Christmas Gift Guide for Him- Portable Smart Speaker // Jack Carr Series // Promix Pre-Workout // CBD Muscle Rub // Henry Rose Cologne // ... Read More
Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels with Printable Recipe
Do you have a neighbor that drops by that one special yummy treat over the Christmas Holiday that you look forward to every year? You don't expect it, but you sure hope for it! We have a sweet neighbor that has brought us by cinnamon rolls since we moved in and it brings us so much joy! When we lived in Connecticut there was a neighbor who brought by Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels, they didn't last long because we couldn't stop snacking on them, they taste like Christmas! These easy Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels are the perfect sweet and salty snack! Crunchy and full of flavor. We love how quick ... Read More
7 Things every Bedroom and Guest Room Needs
We recently painted one of our guest rooms purple, with green wallpaper. I was asked if I was going to change the paint color so boys would like it too. To me color is color, and all the kids love it, because it is a room they can enjoy! That being said, if I stay in your guest room, I honestly could care less what color your walls are painted. All I care about is if the bed is comfortable, I have extra blankets and the temperature is adjustable, let's be honest, that we don't get too hot. Thought I would compile a list of the top things every bedroom and guest room should have! Thank you ... Read More
Christmas Kitchen with Open Shelves and Dried Fruit garland
Dried fruit used as Christmas decorations isn't new...but it's new to me! I had art that motivated me to give it a try and I am so happy I did. Truly a very simple and cheap way to add some color and character to your Christmas. Sharing how we made a garland with really the only two things you need, fruit and time! I've always hung green garland over my kitchen window for the holidays. So cozy!! This year, this Citrus Garland art from Lindsay Letters inspired me to try making a dried fruit garland to hang with my cedar green garland. How to Make Dried Fruit Garland- I ... Read More
11 Classic Holiday finds from Target
Every year as we bring out the Christmas bins and start to unbox, there are items I know I don't want to use anymore. Items that feel dated or the colors seem off from what I want. And then, there are items that I use every year, classic items that always find their way out for the Holiday season. Sharing those or similar items that I have from Target here! Thank you Target for sponsoring this post Top Target Holiday Finds- 1. Wooden Christmas Spindle Ornament 2. Preserved Grass and Snowberry Wreath 3. Ceramic Bell Ornaments 4. Tree Pattern Rolling Pin 5. Wooden Bead Garland 6. ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide 2023 Under $25- Hostess Gifts, Teacher Gifts, Neighbors and More
These gifts are perfect for a favorite things party, a gift exchange or just looking for something to give a friend. Love this to take as a hostess gift! All super thoughtful and a little something for everyone! Hoping to make your gift giving easy this year. PS- my outfit from HERE Tree Serving Tray // Snowflake Board // Wreath Board // Star cookie Cutter // Snowflake Cookie Cutter // Tree Puzzle // Puzzle Glue // Tree Candy Jar // Gingerbread Candy Jar // Tree Drink Dispenser // White Tree Mug // Flute Mason Jar // Star Anise Bulk // Christmas Baking Cups and Parchment ... Read More
Anthropologie Sale- Favorite Things and Top Items
Thrilled I got an early access code for Black Friday with Anthropologie! I have been an avid Anthropologie fan for years and years, excited to share this early code before things sell out! I shared it on Instagram yesterday, and thought I needed to make sure to put it here too for those not on social media, plus Instagram links have been glitchy (make sure to update your app!). UPDATE- code expired, you can now shop the sale early, if you sign up to be on their email list. Shop the website HERE, or check out my favorite things and top items below…. Our fireplace mantle is loaded with this ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide 2023 Teen Boy-
We had some help with this guide from some of my favorite teen boys, there mom (thanks Laila) and a teen girl (thanks Ella) who put her stamp of approval on the cute fashion pieces, and put our guide together. There are things he can wear, play, and use for self care. Thank you Ella for writing the descriptions below on each item, very helpful! Gift Ideas for Teen Boy- Anker Speaker // Mighty Patch // Kendama // Blue Light Glasses // Inflatable Kayak // Dime Cologne // Pull Up Bar // North Face Half Zip // Navy Adidas // Digital Camera // Indoor Basketball // Aminowise // Mystery ... Read More
Little Changes Make a Big Difference- Three Changes In Our House
Little changes make a big difference in our home decor. I made three changes recently around our home and wanted to show you! Actually, scratch that, four changes! From changing lamps on our nightstand, adding a new armoire for storage, to moving our piano! After we did these things, I was like, why didn't I do this sooner?? White to Pink Lamps- When we were doing my friend Stacy's bedroom makeover I had put the exact lamps we have in her design plan. Which made me think I should try something new in our bedroom and give her our lamps. Went from white lamps, that looked pretty, ... Read More
