It seems like someone we know is always getting married. Whether you’re a loyal member of the bride tribe or the blushing bride-to-be, honoring the big day consists of a lot more than just the wedding ceremony. From the bachelorette party to the bridal shower, planning memorable pre-marriage celebrations doesn’t have to be stressful! See our bridal celebration ideas below.
If you’re looking to plan an epic bachelorette party, why not an adults-only trip to Disney?? Kristy celebrated her sister-in-law’s upcoming nuptials with a weekend in the happiest place on Earth and had a blast! She recommends going without kids to Disney at least once in your life, because the experience is so different when you don’t have to worry about the little ones.
Make sure you grab matching magical tees, fun coordinating mouse ears, and, if you really want to get crazy, princess-themed outfits for going out at night!! We all know the bride is royalty, so what better occasion to show off your queenship.
After all of that celebrating, you’re probably going to want a little help recovery. These bachelorette party survival kits make the perfect gift for all the gals! Your bride and bridal party will be as good as new in no time with these essentials.
For a bridal shower, you’re going to want to gift something practical but something the bride wouldn’t necessarily buy for herself. How about this: a mini wine fridge with a customized wine subscription! Who wouldn’t want delicious wines delivered right to their door, especially with all that stress of wedding planning?! Don’t forget your “Miss to Mrs.” banner in case anyone forgot who all those gifts are for.
A “bride” silk robe is a must. Whether she wants to wear it on her wedding day or lounging around her house while she dreams of being the future Mrs., this is one bridal tradition you don’t want to forgo.
Games are a bridal shower must! This ring game is a fun way to get everyone involved and share a few laughs over some healthy competition.
These party favors are perfect for your bridal shower guests! Kiss the miss goodbye with Hershey’s Kisses and champagne lip balm. Pucker up!!
Want more bridal inspiration? Head to our Amazon storefront and get to planning!
It seems like someone we know is always getting married. Whether you’re a loyal member of the bride tribe or the blushing bride-to-be, honoring the big day consists of a lot more than just the wedding ceremony. From the bachelorette party to the bridal shower, planning memorable pre-marriage celebrations doesn’t have to be stressful! See our bridal celebration ideas below.
If you’re looking to plan an epic bachelorette party, why not an adults-only trip to Disney?? Kristy celebrated her sister-in-law’s upcoming nuptials with a weekend in the happiest place on Earth and had a blast! She recommends going without kids to Disney at least once in your life, because the experience is so different when you don’t have to worry about the little ones.
Make sure you grab matching magical tees, fun coordinating mouse ears, and, if you really want to get crazy, princess-themed outfits for going out at night!! We all know the bride is royalty, so what better occasion to show off your queenship.
After all of that celebrating, you’re probably going to want a little help recovery. These bachelorette party survival kits make the perfect gift for all the gals! Your bride and bridal party will be as good as new in no time with these essentials.
For a bridal shower, you’re going to want to gift something practical but something the bride wouldn’t necessarily buy for herself. How about this: a mini wine fridge with a customized wine subscription! Who wouldn’t want delicious wines delivered right to their door, especially with all that stress of wedding planning?! Don’t forget your “Miss to Mrs.” banner in case anyone forgot who all those gifts are for.
A “bride” silk robe is a must. Whether she wants to wear it on her wedding day or lounging around her house while she dreams of being the future Mrs., this is one bridal tradition you don’t want to forgo.
Games are a bridal shower must! This ring game is a fun way to get everyone involved and share a few laughs over some healthy competition.
These party favors are perfect for your bridal shower guests! Kiss the miss goodbye with Hershey’s Kisses and champagne lip balm. Pucker up!!
Want more bridal inspiration? Head to our Amazon storefront and get to planning!
If there’s one thing we know how to do at Frugal and Thriving, it’s shopping a really good sale. Our job is to be on top of the hottest and latest deals from all across the internet, and we’re rounding them up and putting them all in one place for you! See this week’s best sales from some of our favorite retailers below.
Aerie
Shop up to 30% off almost everything at Aerie!
Carter’s
Grab 40% off new arrivals from Carter’s!
Gap
Take 50% off your purchase at Gap
Michael Kors
Shop the End of Season Sale at Michael Kors and get up to 70% off!
Nike
It’s the Back to School Sale! Take 25% off select styles from Nike with code SPORT25
Old Navy
Back-to-school stock up!! Shop kids $5 tees & leggings, $6 polos & graphic tees, and $8 dress & active from Old Navy
Target
Grab college essentials starting at just $2 from Target!
Venus
Get up to 80% off thousands of styles from Venus!
Victoria’s Secret
Buy two, get one free everything at Victoria’s Secret!
A new year means a new Pantone Color of the Year! This program, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, highlights a Pantone color that speaks to the trending moods of the year – what we as a society want to accomplish, cultivate, and celebrate. The 2024 Pantone Color of the Year is Peach Fuzz: a soft, gentle, and warm hue that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. It is light and radiant, modern and effortless. Bring some of this inspiring yet comforting shade into your life with a few pops of color in your home, wardrobe, or beauty routine! See our Pantone Color of the Year ideas below.
For the Home
Add subtle touches to your home with carefully curated decor. A sweet-smelling candle, a snuggly throw pillow, or an eye-catching piece of artwork are great ways to incorporate a little Peach Fuzz into your sacred space.
Shop Pantone 2024 Home
Apparel & Accessories
Dress to impress with Peach Fuzz! Whether you want a fashion-forward statement piece, a fun accessory, or some cozy clothing, adding this hue to your wardrobe is effortlessly chic.
Shop Pantone 2024 Apparel
Beauty & Makeup
Pretty yourself up with peachy shades for your sweet face. Bring a touch of Peach Fuzz to your lips, cheeks, or eyes and rock your beauty routine in 2024.
Shop Pantone 2024 Beauty
A new year means a new Pantone Color of the Year! This program, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, highlights a Pantone color that speaks to the trending moods of the year – what we as a society want to accomplish, cultivate, and celebrate. The 2024 Pantone Color of the Year is Peach Fuzz: a soft, gentle, and warm hue that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. It is light and radiant, modern and effortless. Bring some of this inspiring yet comforting shade into your life with a few pops of color in your home, wardrobe, or beauty routine! See our Pantone Color of the Year ideas below.
For the Home
Add subtle touches to your home with carefully curated decor. A sweet-smelling candle, a snuggly throw pillow, or an eye-catching piece of artwork are great ways to incorporate a little Peach Fuzz into your sacred space.
Shop Pantone 2024 Home
Apparel & Accessories
Dress to impress with Peach Fuzz! Whether you want a fashion-forward statement piece, a fun accessory, or some cozy clothing, adding this hue to your wardrobe is effortlessly chic.
Shop Pantone 2024 Apparel
Beauty & Makeup
Pretty yourself up with peachy shades for your sweet face. Bring a touch of Peach Fuzz to your lips, cheeks, or eyes and rock your beauty routine in 2024.
Shop Pantone 2024 Beauty
A new year means a new Pantone Color of the Year! This program, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, highlights a Pantone color that speaks to the trending moods of the year – what we as a society want to accomplish, cultivate, and celebrate. The 2024 Pantone Color of the Year is Peach Fuzz: a soft, gentle, and warm hue that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. It is light and radiant, modern and effortless. Bring some of this inspiring yet comforting shade into your life with a few pops of color in your home, wardrobe, or beauty routine! See our Pantone Color of the Year ideas below.
For the Home
Add subtle touches to your home with carefully curated decor. A sweet-smelling candle, a snuggly throw pillow, or an eye-catching piece of artwork are great ways to incorporate a little Peach Fuzz into your sacred space.
Shop Pantone 2024 Home
Apparel & Accessories
Dress to impress with Peach Fuzz! Whether you want a fashion-forward statement piece, a fun accessory, or some cozy clothing, adding this hue to your wardrobe is effortlessly chic.
Shop Pantone 2024 Apparel
Beauty & Makeup
Pretty yourself up with peachy shades for your sweet face. Bring a touch of Peach Fuzz to your lips, cheeks, or eyes and rock your beauty routine in 2024.
Shop Pantone 2024 Beauty
As we get ready to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024, we’re looking back on a year full of great deals, fun posts, and trending products! We’re reminiscing on the top items sold, our favorite retailers, and some of the social media and blog posts that this community loved the most! Cheers to another fabulous year, and here’s to the next one – see our 2023 year in review below.
Top 3 Amazon Items
AirHeads | Phone Chargers | Hot Wheels Car
Ah, Amazon. The retailer our dreams are made of. Simply think up an item, type it into the Amazon search bar, add it to your cart, and *boom* it’ll be at your door quicker than you can say “did I really need that??” With the thousands and thousands and thousands of items Amazon has, our top 3 were an eclectic mix!! We were loving this AirHeads variety box, this 3-pack of phone chargers (of course), and this Hot Wheels RC car!
Top 3 Walmart Items
Cookware Set | Shark Vacuum | Outdoor Set
We were all about upgrading the home with Walmart this year! This Carote cookware set, this Shark vacuum, and this 8-piece outdoor set were the top sellers!
Top 3 Target Items
Gift Card | Squishmallow | Target Cart
We obviously had playtime on the mind with Target in 2023! Our top three items sold were this Roblox gift card, a Bluey Squishmallow, and the iconic Target cart toy!!
Top 3 Items from Other Retailers
Lululemon Belt Bag | Hey Dude Shoes | Stanley Tumbler
And we clearly all have great style, and love being on-trend, because our top 3 items from other retailers were the famous Lululemon belt bag, Hey Dude shoes, and Stanley tumbler. Three cheers for great taste, Frugal and Thrivers!!
Top 3 Other Retailers
It’s no secret we love Amazon, Walmart, and Target…I mean, can you really blame us though?! These three retailers also brought some fierce competition this year, and with good reason! The top 3 retailers after our big three were:
Top 3 Blog Posts
We wrote, you read! In 2023, we wanted to celebrate, take beach/lake trips with ease, and shop ’til we drop. These were the top three blog posts this year!!
Browse all of our blog posts here!!
Top 3 LTK Posts
LTK – Like to Know It!! The one-stop shop for all things shopping. Check out trending styles in home, fashion, and more, all from your favorite creators (aka, US!!). If you’re unfamiliar with LTK, you might want to hop on this train now. This easy-to-use, addictive app lets you buy items from your favorite influencers with just the click of a button! These were the top posts from the Frugal and Thriving LTK shop in 2023:
Top 3 Facebook Posts
Facebook is where it all began for Frugal and Thriving, and this platform definitely holds a special place in our hearts – and yours, too, it seems! This is where you can find all of the best up-to-date deals, some fun snapshots from F&T everyday life, and a recap of posts from our other platforms! If you aren’t a part of our Facebook group yet, join in on the action here!! These were the top three posts on Facebook this year:
There you have it! A quick little review of the best of the best in all things Frugal & Thriving in 2023. To all of our new followers, welcome!! We’re so happy to have you here. And to all of our loyal community who have been with us from the start, thank you for another incredible year. We can’t wait to see what 2024 has in store. Wishing you all a happy and safe new year xoxo.
As we get ready to say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024, we’re looking back on a year full of great deals, fun posts, and trending products! We’re reminiscing on the top items sold, our favorite retailers, and some of the social media and blog posts that this community loved the most! Cheers to another fabulous year, and here’s to the next one – see our 2023 year in review below.
Top 3 Amazon Items
AirHeads | Phone Chargers | Hot Wheels Car
Ah, Amazon. The retailer our dreams are made of. Simply think up an item, type it into the Amazon search bar, add it to your cart, and *boom* it’ll be at your door quicker than you can say “did I really need that??” With the thousands and thousands and thousands of items Amazon has, our top 3 were an eclectic mix!! We were loving this AirHeads variety box, this 3-pack of phone chargers (of course), and this Hot Wheels RC car!
Top 3 Walmart Items
Cookware Set | Shark Vacuum | Outdoor Set
We were all about upgrading the home with Walmart this year! This Carote cookware set, this Shark vacuum, and this 8-piece outdoor set were the top sellers!
Top 3 Target Items
Gift Card | Squishmallow | Target Cart
We obviously had playtime on the mind with Target in 2023! Our top three items sold were this Roblox gift card, a Bluey Squishmallow, and the iconic Target cart toy!!
Top 3 Items from Other Retailers
Lululemon Belt Bag | Hey Dude Shoes | Stanley Tumbler
And we clearly all have great style, and love being on-trend, because our top 3 items from other retailers were the famous Lululemon belt bag, Hey Dude shoes, and Stanley tumbler. Three cheers for great taste, Frugal and Thrivers!!
Top 3 Other Retailers
It’s no secret we love Amazon, Walmart, and Target…I mean, can you really blame us though?! These three retailers also brought some fierce competition this year, and with good reason! The top 3 retailers after our big three were:
Top 3 Blog Posts
We wrote, you read! In 2023, we wanted to celebrate, take beach/lake trips with ease, and shop ’til we drop. These were the top three blog posts this year!!
Browse all of our blog posts here!!
Top 3 LTK Posts
LTK – Like to Know It!! The one-stop shop for all things shopping. Check out trending styles in home, fashion, and more, all from your favorite creators (aka, US!!). If you’re unfamiliar with LTK, you might want to hop on this train now. This easy-to-use, addictive app lets you buy items from your favorite influencers with just the click of a button! These were the top posts from the Frugal and Thriving LTK shop in 2023:
Top 3 Facebook Posts
Facebook is where it all began for Frugal and Thriving, and this platform definitely holds a special place in our hearts – and yours, too, it seems! This is where you can find all of the best up-to-date deals, some fun snapshots from F&T everyday life, and a recap of posts from our other platforms! If you aren’t a part of our Facebook group yet, join in on the action here!! These were the top three posts on Facebook this year:
There you have it! A quick little review of the best of the best in all things Frugal & Thriving in 2023. To all of our new followers, welcome!! We’re so happy to have you here. And to all of our loyal community who have been with us from the start, thank you for another incredible year. We can’t wait to see what 2024 has in store. Wishing you all a happy and safe new year xoxo.
While we love shopping deals for ourselves, which is really how Frugal and Thriving started, we also love finding steals for others – whether we need a good gift or we want to send a sweet surprise! An annual tradition we have here at F&T is a holiday/end-of-year charity donation. We shop all year and collect items for different charities we want to contribute to and then at the end of the year, we round it all up and send it in! See our 2023 donation recap below.
This year, we donated over $2300 worth of gifts – 117 items total!! However, being Frugal and Thriving, we actually only paid around $1500 for everything, because of all the sales and deals we posted in our Facebook group and took full advantage of! The charities donated to included Sea the Future, Caring for Kids, and Toys for Tots.
Some of the donations included items like: Lite-Brite, Playfoam, Gabby’s Dollhouse rooms, Moana singing doll, footballs, LEGO creator spaceship, Magic Mixies, magnetic building tiles, National Geographic Dino Fossil Dig kit, Mickey and the Beanstalk board games, Spot It! game, and so, SO much more!!
This was what we donated in 2022 – you can see that it was significantly less than what we accumulated this year. Kristy shopped for Christmas gifts for kids in need from various charity groups including Cape May County Caring for Kids and the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. She was also able to donate $200 worth of jackets and little kids’ clothes to Holy Redeemer Healthy Families Program in Cape May Court House. How awesome is it that we are fortunate enough to be able to grow our donation closet from year to year?? This is so heartwarming!
Look at that difference! We’re looking forward to collecting even more donation items for next year!
And if you want to get in on the giving back fun, check out our Poshmark, where we list all of our favorite fashion, home decor, and accessories that no longer serve us – all of the proceeds get donated to charity at the end of the year! If you have questions, or want to find out more ways you can donate, email admin@frugalnthriving.com
While we love shopping deals for ourselves, which is really how Frugal and Thriving started, we also love finding steals for others – whether we need a good gift or we want to send a sweet surprise! An annual tradition we have here at F&T is a holiday/end-of-year charity donation. We shop all year and collect items for different charities we want to contribute to and then at the end of the year, we round it all up and send it in! See our 2023 donation recap below.
This year, we donated over $2300 worth of gifts – 117 items total!! However, being Frugal and Thriving, we actually only paid around $1500 for everything, because of all the sales and deals we posted in our Facebook group and took full advantage of! The charities donated to included Sea the Future, Caring for Kids, and Toys for Tots.
Some of the donations included items like: Lite-Brite, Playfoam, Gabby’s Dollhouse rooms, Moana singing doll, footballs, LEGO creator spaceship, Magic Mixies, magnetic building tiles, National Geographic Dino Fossil Dig kit, Mickey and the Beanstalk board games, Spot It! game, and so, SO much more!!
This was what we donated in 2022 – you can see that it was significantly less than what we accumulated this year. Kristy shopped for Christmas gifts for kids in need from various charity groups including Cape May County Caring for Kids and the New Jersey Department of Children and Families. She was also able to donate $200 worth of jackets and little kids’ clothes to Holy Redeemer Healthy Families Program in Cape May Court House. How awesome is it that we are fortunate enough to be able to grow our donation closet from year to year?? This is so heartwarming!
Look at that difference! We’re looking forward to collecting even more donation items for next year!
And if you want to get in on the giving back fun, check out our Poshmark, where we list all of our favorite fashion, home decor, and accessories that no longer serve us – all of the proceeds get donated to charity at the end of the year! If you have questions, or want to find out more ways you can donate, email admin@frugalnthriving.com
A-tisket, a-tasket, we love a good gift basket!! These DIY gift ideas are great because not only are they easy to put together and relatively inexpensive, but you can also customize them for each recipient! Whether you’re gifting one to a family member, a friend, or a coworker, these baskets are such a sweet way to spread a bit of holiday cheer. See our holiday gift basket ideas below!
Grab some pretty baskets that you can stuff full of only the best goodies! Kristy made these baskets for her kids’ teachers, and they are filled with seasonal specialties, yummy treats, and everyday essentials.
Because you can never have too many blankets! Grab a fun, festive throw blanket to tuck away in your basket and start the holiday theme.
These mini pillows and hanging decor penguins are so cute for the classroom or the office!
Who doesn’t love a heavenly smelling candle?! Share the scents of the season with a candle that looks as pretty as it smells.
This is a great idea, especially for teachers or nurses. Stuff in a few sweet-smelling hand sanitizers and help keep the winter germs away! Pro Tip: Wait until Bath and Body Works has its 5 for $5 sanitizer sale! It’s the perfect time to stock up on basket fillers.
Moisture is the name of the game during the cold, dry months, and these Burt’s Bees kits will definitely do the trick! A luxurious lip balm and hand/body cream will provide lasting hydration all season long.
How stinkin’ cute is this?? A mini waffle maker that imprints a Christmas tree on each waffle! This is a great gift for any foodie, or anyone who can’t get enough of Christmas!
Being warm and cozy, snuggled up with a cup of delicious hot cocoa, is the epitome of an ideal winter night. I’ll take two, please!!
Finish off with an assortment of snacks! These make great fillers for any empty spots left in your basket and let’s be honest, tasty treats always make great gifts!!
This is a fun idea for a new driver or a college student, or really anyone who likes being prepared with the essentials! Grab a bunch of car necessities (air fresheners, tire inflator, cleaning wipes, etc.) and stuff them into a trunk organizer and you have a practical gift for any driver!
A-tisket, a-tasket, we love a good gift basket!! These DIY gift ideas are great because not only are they easy to put together and relatively inexpensive, but you can also customize them for each recipient! Whether you’re gifting one to a family member, a friend, or a coworker, these baskets are such a sweet way to spread a bit of holiday cheer. See our holiday gift basket ideas below!
Grab some pretty baskets that you can stuff full of only the best goodies! Kristy made these baskets for her kids’ teachers, and they are filled with seasonal specialties, yummy treats, and everyday essentials.
Because you can never have too many blankets! Grab a fun, festive throw blanket to tuck away in your basket and start the holiday theme.
These mini pillows and hanging decor penguins are so cute for the classroom or the office!
Who doesn’t love a heavenly smelling candle?! Share the scents of the season with a candle that looks as pretty as it smells.
This is a great idea, especially for teachers or nurses. Stuff in a few sweet-smelling hand sanitizers and help keep the winter germs away! Pro Tip: Wait until Bath and Body Works has its 5 for $5 sanitizer sale! It’s the perfect time to stock up on basket fillers.
Moisture is the name of the game during the cold, dry months, and these Burt’s Bees kits will definitely do the trick! A luxurious lip balm and hand/body cream will provide lasting hydration all season long.
How stinkin’ cute is this?? A mini waffle maker that imprints a Christmas tree on each waffle! This is a great gift for any foodie, or anyone who can’t get enough of Christmas!
Being warm and cozy, snuggled up with a cup of delicious hot cocoa, is the epitome of an ideal winter night. I’ll take two, please!!
Finish off with an assortment of snacks! These make great fillers for any empty spots left in your basket and let’s be honest, tasty treats always make great gifts!!
This is a fun idea for a new driver or a college student, or really anyone who likes being prepared with the essentials! Grab a bunch of car necessities (air fresheners, tire inflator, cleaning wipes, etc.) and stuff them into a trunk organizer and you have a practical gift for any driver!
It’s the final countdown of 2023 (I know – we can’t believe it either) and it’s time to start getting your NYE plans together! We’re all for a cozy night on the couch watching the ball drop, but if you’re planning to hit the town and ring in the new year in style, having a hot outfit is a must! These NYE outfit ideas will have you shining like a star as you sip champagne, dance like no one is watching, and sneak in a midnight kiss. See our roundup of NYE outfits below.
I will take any excuse to wear a blazer – I love how it adds instant sophistication to any outfit! This gorgeous red satin number paired with a faux leather jumpsuit is just the right mix of sleek and sultry. Finish it off with sparkly boots to make your look pop.
This slinky little one-shoulder dress styled with black heels is a gorgeous option for NYE! Work the room and get ready for tons of compliments in this outfit.
Tulle Top | Sequin Skirt | Boots
This fun tulle top is a match made in heaven for this siren-red sequin skirt! Party up top, party down below, party all around because it is NYE and we are ready to PAR-TAY!! Don those sparkly boots again for footwear that will keep you dancing all night long.
Glitter and feathers…what more could you ask for from the perfect party outfit?! Pop bottles and turn heads in this stunning dress paired with lacy pumps.
Long Sleeve Top | Skort | Boots
I love the look of a long sleeve top with a skirt. I think that little show of skin is a flirty way to find a bit of sexiness. This silver top paired with a studded skort and, of course, the shiny boots, is a comfortable look that doesn’t sacrifice in the style department.
A silky blouse styled with feather-trim pants and finished with patterned heels is an elegant NYE look. Feel and look your best in an outfit that perfectly balances class with chicness.
Sequin Top | Metallic Pants | Boots
Girls just wanna have fun!! This sequin top styled with metallic jeans and those beautiful boots makes me want to grab my girls and hit the town for an NYE to remember! The sparkle and shine brought on by this outfit keep it from looking too laidback.
If you’re going out on a chilly night and want to stay warm while looking fierce, this sweater and pants combo with a sexy pair of heels will do the trick!
It’s the final countdown of 2023 (I know – we can’t believe it either) and it’s time to start getting your NYE plans together! We’re all for a cozy night on the couch watching the ball drop, but if you’re planning to hit the town and ring in the new year in style, having a hot outfit is a must! These NYE outfit ideas will have you shining like a star as you sip champagne, dance like no one is watching, and sneak in a midnight kiss. See our roundup of NYE outfits below.
I will take any excuse to wear a blazer – I love how it adds instant sophistication to any outfit! This gorgeous red satin number paired with a faux leather jumpsuit is just the right mix of sleek and sultry. Finish it off with sparkly boots to make your look pop.
This slinky little one-shoulder dress styled with black heels is a gorgeous option for NYE! Work the room and get ready for tons of compliments in this outfit.
Tulle Top | Sequin Skirt | Boots
This fun tulle top is a match made in heaven for this siren-red sequin skirt! Party up top, party down below, party all around because it is NYE and we are ready to PAR-TAY!! Don those sparkly boots again for footwear that will keep you dancing all night long.
Glitter and feathers…what more could you ask for from the perfect party outfit?! Pop bottles and turn heads in this stunning dress paired with lacy pumps.
Long Sleeve Top | Skort | Boots
I love the look of a long sleeve top with a skirt. I think that little show of skin is a flirty way to find a bit of sexiness. This silver top paired with a studded skort and, of course, the shiny boots, is a comfortable look that doesn’t sacrifice in the style department.
A silky blouse styled with feather-trim pants and finished with patterned heels is an elegant NYE look. Feel and look your best in an outfit that perfectly balances class with chicness.
Sequin Top | Metallic Pants | Boots
Girls just wanna have fun!! This sequin top styled with metallic jeans and those beautiful boots makes me want to grab my girls and hit the town for an NYE to remember! The sparkle and shine brought on by this outfit keep it from looking too laidback.
If you’re going out on a chilly night and want to stay warm while looking fierce, this sweater and pants combo with a sexy pair of heels will do the trick!
Stress less is our motto this holiday season, and that means simplifying anything we possibly can as we get ready to celebrate with our family and friends. If you’re hosting a party or gathering, or you volunteered to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, you don’t have to go over the top to make a winning snack! These easy holiday treats are as simple as they are delicious and are definite crowd-pleasers. See our easy holiday treat recipes below.
Spinach Dip
- Two loaves of sourdough bread
- Spinach dip (or spinach and artichoke)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 TBSP butter
Cut out one sourdough bread deep enough to hold the spinach dip but not too deep to cut into the bottom of the loaf. Add the spinach dip and spread evenly. Melt about 1 TBSP of butter and spread over the entire outside of the loaf of bread. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350° for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Cut the other loaf into squares for dipping – setup on your favorite platter and enjoy!
Candy Charcuterie
- Variety of candy and holiday-themed snacks
- Snackle box
No explanation needed here!! This candy charcuterie is great for parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a hot cocoa station and more!
Holiday Donuts
- Holiday Wreath Donut kit
- Egg
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP milk
- 2 TBSP vegetable oil
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Stick of butter
Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!
Peppermint Frosted Cookies
- Frosted Peppermint Cookies kit
- Egg
- 5 TBSP butter
This is another one that is super easy to make! Gather your ingredients and follow along with the step-by-step directions on the box!
Stress less is our motto this holiday season, and that means simplifying anything we possibly can as we get ready to celebrate with our family and friends. If you’re hosting a party or gathering, or you volunteered to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, you don’t have to go over the top to make a winning snack! These easy holiday treats are as simple as they are delicious and are definite crowd-pleasers. See our easy holiday treat recipes below.
Spinach Dip
- Two loaves of sourdough bread
- Spinach dip (or spinach and artichoke)
- Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 TBSP butter
Cut out one sourdough bread deep enough to hold the spinach dip but not too deep to cut into the bottom of the loaf. Add the spinach dip and spread evenly. Melt about 1 TBSP of butter and spread over the entire outside of the loaf of bread. Top with shredded cheese and bake at 350° for about 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly browned. Cut the other loaf into squares for dipping – setup on your favorite platter and enjoy!
Candy Charcuterie
- Variety of candy and holiday-themed snacks
- Snackle box
No explanation needed here!! This candy charcuterie is great for parties and gatherings. It’s the perfect centerpiece for a hot cocoa station and more!
Holiday Donuts
- Holiday Wreath Donut kit
- Egg
- 1/2 cup + 2 TBSP milk
- 2 TBSP vegetable oil
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Stick of butter
Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!
Peppermint Frosted Cookies
- Frosted Peppermint Cookies kit
- Egg
- 5 TBSP butter
This is another one that is super easy to make! Gather your ingredients and follow along with the step-by-step directions on the box!
Christmas is the most magical time of the year – bring some of that enchanting spirit into your kiddo’s classroom with these fun goody bags full of seasonally inspired delights that they are sure to love! From sweets and treats to toys and games, these little gift bags will put a smile on everyone’s faces and leave them feeling merry and bright. See our holiday goody bag inspiration below.
Gather your supplies and get to gifting! An assortment of goodies fills these bags with fun surprises for everyone.
Ummmm cuteness overload!! These snowman-wrapped chocolate bars topped with gloves are a pleasant yet practical gift that the kiddos will want to tear into right away.
Who doesn’t love a cup of hot cocoa on a chilly night?? These Grinch-themed hot cocoa kits are adorable and delicious – a double win!
Make your treat bag a trip to Whoville with these other Grinch-inspired goodies like Hershey’s Kisses, these grow-a-Grinch-heart toys, a Rubik’s cube, and Grinch-wrapped chocolate bars!
And there you have it! A charming and easy way to spread some holiday cheer to the kiddos in their classrooms!
Christmas is the most magical time of the year – bring some of that enchanting spirit into your kiddo’s classroom with these fun goody bags full of seasonally inspired delights that they are sure to love! From sweets and treats to toys and games, these little gift bags will put a smile on everyone’s faces and leave them feeling merry and bright. See our holiday goody bag inspiration below.
Gather your supplies and get to gifting! An assortment of goodies fills these bags with fun surprises for everyone.
Ummmm cuteness overload!! These snowman-wrapped chocolate bars topped with gloves are a pleasant yet practical gift that the kiddos will want to tear into right away.
Who doesn’t love a cup of hot cocoa on a chilly night?? These Grinch-themed hot cocoa kits are adorable and delicious – a double win!
Make your treat bag a trip to Whoville with these other Grinch-inspired goodies like Hershey’s Kisses, these grow-a-Grinch-heart toys, a Rubik’s cube, and Grinch-wrapped chocolate bars!
And there you have it! A charming and easy way to spread some holiday cheer to the kiddos in their classrooms!
White elephant gifts are a silly way to celebrate the holidays! Whether you’re doing a white elephant gift exchange with your family to keep things simple, or with your friends or coworkers to spread some seasonal cheer, finding a good white elephant gift is easy! These gift ideas are a little comical but also appropriate for any setting, and some of them are quite useful too – because a gift that is practical and convenient is a gift that will always be loved! See white elephant gift ideas from Amazon below.
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Get your drink on with shot roulette, a wine bottle topper, a Chambong, a fruit infuser water bottle, or a collapsible cup!
Dress up your desk with this mini desk vacuum, this funny wall calendar, this tabletop bowling game, or this shape shifting box that’s perfect for fidget lovers!
Fill your home with fun with this burrito toss game, this popcorn popper, this Oreo dunking set, this pizza blanket, this Poo-Pourri spray set, this true crime puzzle book, or this neck fan for those who overheat easily!
For more white elephant gift ideas, see our Amazon storefront roundup here!
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White elephant gifts are a silly way to celebrate the holidays! Whether you’re doing a white elephant gift exchange with your family to keep things simple, or with your friends or coworkers to spread some seasonal cheer, finding a good white elephant gift is easy! These gift ideas are a little comical but also appropriate for any setting, and some of them are quite useful too – because a gift that is practical and convenient is a gift that will always be loved! See white elephant gift ideas from Amazon below.
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Get your drink on with shot roulette, a wine bottle topper, a Chambong, a fruit infuser water bottle, or a collapsible cup!
Dress up your desk with this mini desk vacuum, this funny wall calendar, this tabletop bowling game, or this shape shifting box that’s perfect for fidget lovers!
Fill your home with fun with this burrito toss game, this popcorn popper, this Oreo dunking set, this pizza blanket, this Poo-Pourri spray set, this true crime puzzle book, or this neck fan for those who overheat easily!
For more white elephant gift ideas, see our Amazon storefront roundup here!
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Hang those holiday stockings by the chimney with care and then get ready to stuff them with some goodies! Stockings are a fun family tradition during the holiday season and they are a great way to gift some fun little trinkets and everyday essentials. Amazon has everything you could ever imagine for your stocking stuffers, from beauty to tech to pocket-sized games! See stocking stuffer ideas from Amazon below.
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Bitty Beauty: Gift them good hygiene with this hand cream, facial spray, lip balm set, silk scrunchie, mini MakeUp Eraser, or ice roller.
Cute Cards & Games: Keep them occupied with this world’s smallest UNO, these self-care cards, or this brainteaser ball!
Tiny Tech: Teeny tech products like this mini portable charger or Tile Mate make great stocking stuffers!
Everyday Essentials: These useful yet unique items will definitely be appreciated! Grab these touchscreen gloves, this slim wallet, this hot sauce on-the-go, this multitool pen, or this initial necklace.
For more stocking stuffer ideas, see our Amazon storefront roundup here!
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Hang those holiday stockings by the chimney with care and then get ready to stuff them with some goodies! Stockings are a fun family tradition during the holiday season and they are a great way to gift some fun little trinkets and everyday essentials. Amazon has everything you could ever imagine for your stocking stuffers, from beauty to tech to pocket-sized games! See stocking stuffer ideas from Amazon below.
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Bitty Beauty: Gift them good hygiene with this hand cream, facial spray, lip balm set, silk scrunchie, mini MakeUp Eraser, or ice roller.
Cute Cards & Games: Keep them occupied with this world’s smallest UNO, these self-care cards, or this brainteaser ball!
Tiny Tech: Teeny tech products like this mini portable charger or Tile Mate make great stocking stuffers!
Everyday Essentials: These useful yet unique items will definitely be appreciated! Grab these touchscreen gloves, this slim wallet, this hot sauce on-the-go, this multitool pen, or this initial necklace.
For more stocking stuffer ideas, see our Amazon storefront roundup here!
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We are all about the frugal life for sure, but we also can appreciate a little bit of luxury. And when it comes to gift giving, we will never say no to being treated or treating a loved one with a splurge-worthy present! These gift ideas are definitely a teeny bit pricey, but oh so worth it. See our holiday gift guide for splurge gifts below.
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Home Luxuries: Give them the gift of luxury at home with a cocktail maker/margarita machine, a Ninja 7-in-1 grill & smoker, a Nespresso machine, a countertop ice maker, an AeroGarden, or a 3-piece luggage set!
Cool Technology: These techy gadgets are definitely worth the price tag! Gift an Apple watch, Beats noise-cancelling earbuds, an Echo Show 15, a Bose portable speaker, or a Kindle Paperwhite.
Grooming Essentials: Grooming gifts, especially expensive ones, are always appreciated! Give her this Shark styling & drying system and give him this Braun electric razor.
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We are all about the frugal life for sure, but we also can appreciate a little bit of luxury. And when it comes to gift giving, we will never say no to being treated or treating a loved one with a splurge-worthy present! These gift ideas are definitely a teeny bit pricey, but oh so worth it. See our holiday gift guide for splurge gifts below.
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Home Luxuries: Give them the gift of luxury at home with a cocktail maker/margarita machine, a Ninja 7-in-1 grill & smoker, a Nespresso machine, a countertop ice maker, an AeroGarden, or a 3-piece luggage set!
Cool Technology: These techy gadgets are definitely worth the price tag! Gift an Apple watch, Beats noise-cancelling earbuds, an Echo Show 15, a Bose portable speaker, or a Kindle Paperwhite.
Grooming Essentials: Grooming gifts, especially expensive ones, are always appreciated! Give her this Shark styling & drying system and give him this Braun electric razor.
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