Kids can be some of the most fun, but also most difficult, people to shop for during the holiday season! The majority of kiddos aren’t afraid to tell you exactly what they want, but after buying the 4000th Spiderman toy, you may be itching to switch things up! These gift ideas are educational, entertaining, and great for kids of all ages. See our holiday gift guide for kids below.

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Get Creative: Creativity is intelligence having fun! Let them create with this slime kit, Post-It doodle pad easel, Super Mario LEGO set, or pottery wheel!

Education Station: Learning doesn’t have to be boring! Gift your kid this lunar telescope or microscope for kids and let them learn while having a blast.

Fun & Games: It’s all fun and games! This Connect 4 Spin game, dance-on piano mat, and karaoke machine will let them unleash their inner wild child.

Techy Toys: In a world filled with technology, techy toys are always a good idea! Give them a Fire tablet, wireless headphones, a fun creator cam, or an instant camera for hours of endless entertainment.

Cozy Corner: It’s important for kids to have their own safe space. Help them create one with this tent, bean bag chair, and pillow & blanket set!

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Kids can be some of the most fun, but also most difficult, people to shop for during the holiday season! The majority of kiddos aren’t afraid to tell you exactly what they want, but after buying the 4000th Spiderman toy, you may be itching to switch things up! These gift ideas are educational, entertaining, and great for kids of all ages. See our holiday gift guide for kids below.

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Get Creative: Creativity is intelligence having fun! Let them create with this slime kit, Post-It doodle pad easel, Super Mario LEGO set, or pottery wheel!

Education Station: Learning doesn’t have to be boring! Gift your kid this lunar telescope or microscope for kids and let them learn while having a blast.

Fun & Games: It’s all fun and games! This Connect 4 Spin game, dance-on piano mat, and karaoke machine will let them unleash their inner wild child.

Techy Toys: In a world filled with technology, techy toys are always a good idea! Give them a Fire tablet, wireless headphones, a fun creator cam, or an instant camera for hours of endless entertainment.

Cozy Corner: It’s important for kids to have their own safe space. Help them create one with this tent, bean bag chair, and pillow & blanket set!

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We’re feeling all things holiday over here at Frugal & Thriving, and that means it’s time to decorate our homes and start planning our holiday outfits! From cute Christmas sweaters to classic seasonal decor, we are all about prepping for the holidays for less. Whether you’re decking the halls or getting all dolled up, Target has got you covered with all of your holiday needs! See holiday fun from Target below.

Holiday Fashion

Rock right into the holiday season with this Rolling Stones-inspired tee and sleigh like the rockstar you are!

Buddy the Elf is a holiday favorite!! Show your Christmas spirit with this Elf-themed cardigan.

All the main food groups of the holiday season! Candy, sweets, and more candy, please!!

Let it snow!! It’s okay if the only snowflakes you want to see this season are the sparkling ones on this fuzzy cardigan.

Do you want to build a snowman? Chill out with this snow dude that is too cool to melt!

Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight…and don’t forget to leave me all the good presents!

We’ve all been on the naughty list once or twice – no shame! Might as well own it proudly with a sequined sweater that will let everyone know you’re a bad B.

Holiday Decor

This holiday décor from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia will have you feeling merry and bright! These bold reds and light greens are a classic Christmas look.

Go au naturel with this Christmas décor from Threshold with Studio McGee. Neutral tones and mixed textures will make your home feel cozy and soft.

Get your glam on with stylish decor from this Wondershop Glam Loft Collection. A touch of modern luxury will make your holidays sparkle and shine.

Looking for more holiday inspo? Check out all the holiday décor collections at Target!!

We’re feeling all things holiday over here at Frugal & Thriving, and that means it’s time to decorate our homes and start planning our holiday outfits! From cute Christmas sweaters to classic seasonal decor, we are all about prepping for the holidays for less. Whether you’re decking the halls or getting all dolled up, Target has got you covered with all of your holiday needs! See holiday fun from Target below.

Holiday Fashion

Rock right into the holiday season with this Rolling Stones-inspired tee and sleigh like the rockstar you are!

Buddy the Elf is a holiday favorite!! Show your Christmas spirit with this Elf-themed cardigan.

All the main food groups of the holiday season! Candy, sweets, and more candy, please!!

Let it snow!! It’s okay if the only snowflakes you want to see this season are the sparkling ones on this fuzzy cardigan.

Do you want to build a snowman? Chill out with this snow dude that is too cool to melt!

Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight…and don’t forget to leave me all the good presents!

We’ve all been on the naughty list once or twice – no shame! Might as well own it proudly with a sequined sweater that will let everyone know you’re a bad B.

Holiday Decor

This holiday décor from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia will have you feeling merry and bright! These bold reds and light greens are a classic Christmas look.

Go au naturel with this Christmas décor from Threshold with Studio McGee. Neutral tones and mixed textures will make your home feel cozy and soft.

Get your glam on with stylish decor from this Wondershop Glam Loft Collection. A touch of modern luxury will make your holidays sparkle and shine.

Looking for more holiday inspo? Check out all the holiday décor collections at Target!!

We’re back with another gift guide and this time we’re shopping for him! Whether you’re gifting to your dad, husband, boyfriend, brother, or best guy pal, finding a unique gift that’s also useful can be tricky! We’ve rounded up some awesome gift ideas that any guy on your list is sure to love. See our holiday gift guide for him below.

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Apparel & Accessories: Fresh and fly is how we like our guy! Step up his style game with this cozy half zip, these comfy slippers, these wear-anywhere sneakers, or this sleek watch.

Grooming & Manscaping: Keep him looking good and feeling even better with this beard trimmer, beard oil, skincare set, and cologne duo!

Food & Beverage: Wine and dine him!! Gift him this personal pizza maker, this football sausage & cheese basket for game day, this cool hot sauce kit, or this manly insulated tumbler!

Fun & Games: When it’s time to kick back and relax or have some fun with the guys, he’ll love these personalized golf balls, this build-your-own video game, this bean bag toss game, and this personalized video game accessory organizer!

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We’re back with another gift guide and this time we’re shopping for him! Whether you’re gifting to your dad, husband, boyfriend, brother, or best guy pal, finding a unique gift that’s also useful can be tricky! We’ve rounded up some awesome gift ideas that any guy on your list is sure to love. See our holiday gift guide for him below.

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Apparel & Accessories: Fresh and fly is how we like our guy! Step up his style game with this cozy half zip, these comfy slippers, these wear-anywhere sneakers, or this sleek watch.

Grooming & Manscaping: Keep him looking good and feeling even better with this beard trimmer, beard oil, skincare set, and cologne duo!

Food & Beverage: Wine and dine him!! Gift him this personal pizza maker, this football sausage & cheese basket for game day, this cool hot sauce kit, or this manly insulated tumbler!

Fun & Games: When it’s time to kick back and relax or have some fun with the guys, he’ll love these personalized golf balls, this build-your-own video game, this bean bag toss game, and this personalized video game accessory organizer!

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It’s almost time for the most magical time of the year, especially in my house with four littles! Our resident Elf on the Shelf, Stelfy, will be making his return the day after Thanksgiving…if the kiddos are lucky that is! They look forward to his return each year and it’s a fun time in our household with all of his shenanigans and the daily search for him each morning! Whether you’re an Elf on the Shelf rookie, a seasoned Santa’s helper, or just looking for some inspo – we’ve got some ideas, tips and tricks for this year’s elf magic! See our Elf on the Shelf inspiration below.

Stelfy knows how to make an entrance! Our elf was paired with a Rudolph reindeer candy cane, and with some twine and clear hair bands I was able to create a scene similar to one of our favorite holiday movies, Home Alone – see what I did there?!

Frozen is still rather popular in our home having three daughters, so with Olaf in mind I created a melted snowman scene on top of our fish Charlie’s tank. This was easy and I had all of the “snowman ingredients” around the house: small glass, water, two googly eyes, a baby carrot, and a small twig or apple stems – add a little note with elf handwriting and voila!

My kids thought that this was hilarious! It’s so simple and gets lots of giggles – all you need is a toilet paper roll and a Hershey kiss or mini chips!

If you happen to have a kid with a loose tooth and they lose said tooth like my kid did…oh what fun it is to become the elf and the tooth fairy all in the same night! Stelfy set up a fairy trap in attempts to catch her – all you need is a handy-dandy net and a note in elf’s handwriting to explain!

I grabbed mini bows which are perfect for his little body and created a scene of Stelfy rock climbing. My kids got a kick out of this one!

Now this was a funny one! Stelfy pranked the kids by taking some of the laundry and one of the baby’s diapers and creating a merry-go-round of underpants! Pro Tip – don’t turn on the fan!

My kids love when our elf Stelfy brings them treats or something fun, and they love to hear what he has to say, so he usually brings a note of sorts. He brought hot chocolate bombs and coloring/activity books and crayons.

It’s almost time for the most magical time of the year, especially in my house with four littles! Our resident Elf on the Shelf, Stelfy, will be making his return the day after Thanksgiving…if the kiddos are lucky that is! They look forward to his return each year and it’s a fun time in our household with all of his shenanigans and the daily search for him each morning! Whether you’re an Elf on the Shelf rookie, a seasoned Santa’s helper, or just looking for some inspo – we’ve got some ideas, tips and tricks for this year’s elf magic! See our Elf on the Shelf inspiration below.

Stelfy knows how to make an entrance! Our elf was paired with a Rudolph reindeer candy cane, and with some twine and clear hair bands I was able to create a scene similar to one of our favorite holiday movies, Home Alone – see what I did there?!

Frozen is still rather popular in our home having three daughters, so with Olaf in mind I created a melted snowman scene on top of our fish Charlie’s tank. This was easy and I had all of the “snowman ingredients” around the house: small glass, water, two googly eyes, a baby carrot, and a small twig or apple stems – add a little note with elf handwriting and voila!

My kids thought that this was hilarious! It’s so simple and gets lots of giggles – all you need is a toilet paper roll and a Hershey kiss or mini chips!

If you happen to have a kid with a loose tooth and they lose said tooth like my kid did…oh what fun it is to become the elf and the tooth fairy all in the same night! Stelfy set up a fairy trap in attempts to catch her – all you need is a handy-dandy net and a note in elf’s handwriting to explain!

I grabbed mini bows which are perfect for his little body and created a scene of Stelfy rock climbing. My kids got a kick out of this one!

Now this was a funny one! Stelfy pranked the kids by taking some of the laundry and one of the baby’s diapers and creating a merry-go-round of underpants! Pro Tip – don’t turn on the fan!

My kids love when our elf Stelfy brings them treats or something fun, and they love to hear what he has to say, so he usually brings a note of sorts. He brought hot chocolate bombs and coloring/activity books and crayons.

Another holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time to get ready to gift shop!! Checking off your gift list can feel stressful, especially with everything else that needs to get done this time of year. Don’t fret – we’re here to help! We’ve rounded up some awesome gift ideas that any lady on your list is sure to love. See our holiday gift guide for her below.

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Apparel: Help her boost her wardrobe with a comfy UGG hoodie or knit slippers, adorable Nike sneakers, or snuggly socks from Barefoot Dreams!

Accessories: Accessories make all the difference! She will love this convertible backpack, pompom beanie, a chic bracelet stack, or these gorgeous stud earrings.

Beauty: You can’t go wrong with the gift of glamour! Give her this glossy tarte favorite lip duo, this sweet-smelling hair and body mist, this trending lash serum, or this radiance boosting skincare set!

Home: Home is where the heart is. Turn her house into a home with this cozy Barefoot Dreams blanket, a luxurious reed diffuser, these fun holiday cocktail bombs, or an AeroGarden for easy herbs anytime.

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Another holiday season is upon us, and that means it’s time to get ready to gift shop!! Checking off your gift list can feel stressful, especially with everything else that needs to get done this time of year. Don’t fret – we’re here to help! We’ve rounded up some awesome gift ideas that any lady on your list is sure to love. See our holiday gift guide for her below.

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Apparel: Help her boost her wardrobe with a comfy UGG hoodie or knit slippers, adorable Nike sneakers, or snuggly socks from Barefoot Dreams!

Accessories: Accessories make all the difference! She will love this convertible backpack, pompom beanie, a chic bracelet stack, or these gorgeous stud earrings.

Beauty: You can’t go wrong with the gift of glamour! Give her this glossy tarte favorite lip duo, this sweet-smelling hair and body mist, this trending lash serum, or this radiance boosting skincare set!

Home: Home is where the heart is. Turn her house into a home with this cozy Barefoot Dreams blanket, a luxurious reed diffuser, these fun holiday cocktail bombs, or an AeroGarden for easy herbs anytime.

Shop Gifts for Her

The holiday season is swiftly approaching and no matter what or how you celebrate, having a cute outfit to show off is always a good idea. Amazon is our go-to for pretty much everything, and their fashion options certainly don’t disappoint either! With constant deals on tons of pieces, plus the prime “try before you buy” program, finding holiday styles from Amazon is easy and inexpensive! See our outfit inspiration below.

We all have those holiday celebrations that we just want to be comfy cozy for. This jumpsuit is the perfect compromise – it’s comfy yet stylish! Throw it on with some shortie UGGs for even more comfort.

Ah, the good ol’ classic jeans and sweater combo! This versatile look is great for any get-together and can be worn for many different occasions. Throw on some faux leather booties to complete the look.

If you’re looking for that full-on holiday spirit, try an “ugly” sweater over a slip dress! This will definitely get party guests talking, and who doesn’t love a good conversation piece?! Finish your outfit with a pair of red western-style boots to really make it pop.

Show everyone you mean business with a long plaid blazer! Pair it with jeans and a simple turtleneck to keep the look classic, but wear over-the-knee heeled boots to dress it up a little more.

A ruffled sweater is a flirty and feminine holiday look! Wear it with black jeggings and heels to keep the outfit sleek and sexy.

If casual chic is your vibe, style a cozy crewneck knit sweater with a slip skirt! The cheetah print on this one makes it extra fun, and for that final touch of fashion-forward style, complete your look with heeled combat boots.

Show off your edge with a vegan leather skirt! This asymmetrical skirt paired with a turtleneck sweater and matching faux leather booties is the perfect mix of sweet and sassy.

If you’re feeling classy and elegant, you can’t go wrong with a tiered maxi dress and sparkly heels! The tie waist on the dress and the bow details on the shoes bring this outfit together nicely.

This satin wrap dress will have you all wrapped up like the gift that you are!! This is a simply stylish holiday look that can be paired with heels to keep it feelin’ fancy.

This dress draped in layers adds tons of dimension to your holiday look, but it’s also ideal for hiding that bloated belly after stuffing your face with that fourth helping of dessert. Pair it with pointed-toe lace-up heels and get ready to eat!

Nothing says “holiday season” quite like a dress full of sparkle and shine. This sexy sequin dress will turn heads and make you feel like a star! Finish this look with a pair of strappy heels and let the dress do the talking.

The holiday season is swiftly approaching and no matter what or how you celebrate, having a cute outfit to show off is always a good idea. Amazon is our go-to for pretty much everything, and their fashion options certainly don’t disappoint either! With constant deals on tons of pieces, plus the prime “try before you buy” program, finding holiday styles from Amazon is easy and inexpensive! See our outfit inspiration below.

We all have those holiday celebrations that we just want to be comfy cozy for. This jumpsuit is the perfect compromise – it’s comfy yet stylish! Throw it on with some shortie UGGs for even more comfort.

Ah, the good ol’ classic jeans and sweater combo! This versatile look is great for any get-together and can be worn for many different occasions. Throw on some faux leather booties to complete the look.

If you’re looking for that full-on holiday spirit, try an “ugly” sweater over a slip dress! This will definitely get party guests talking, and who doesn’t love a good conversation piece?! Finish your outfit with a pair of red western-style boots to really make it pop.

Show everyone you mean business with a long plaid blazer! Pair it with jeans and a simple turtleneck to keep the look classic, but wear over-the-knee heeled boots to dress it up a little more.

A ruffled sweater is a flirty and feminine holiday look! Wear it with black jeggings and heels to keep the outfit sleek and sexy.

If casual chic is your vibe, style a cozy crewneck knit sweater with a slip skirt! The cheetah print on this one makes it extra fun, and for that final touch of fashion-forward style, complete your look with heeled combat boots.

Show off your edge with a vegan leather skirt! This asymmetrical skirt paired with a turtleneck sweater and matching faux leather booties is the perfect mix of sweet and sassy.

If you’re feeling classy and elegant, you can’t go wrong with a tiered maxi dress and sparkly heels! The tie waist on the dress and the bow details on the shoes bring this outfit together nicely.

This satin wrap dress will have you all wrapped up like the gift that you are!! This is a simply stylish holiday look that can be paired with heels to keep it feelin’ fancy.

This dress draped in layers adds tons of dimension to your holiday look, but it’s also ideal for hiding that bloated belly after stuffing your face with that fourth helping of dessert. Pair it with pointed-toe lace-up heels and get ready to eat!

Nothing says “holiday season” quite like a dress full of sparkle and shine. This sexy sequin dress will turn heads and make you feel like a star! Finish this look with a pair of strappy heels and let the dress do the talking.

The first major fall holiday has passed so now we prepare for the Thanksgiving festivities, and then onto Christmas! Advent calendars are coming and there are so many to choose from – there are advent calendars for every member of the family! What a fun way to count down the days, huh?! I can’t believe that I’m about to say this, but back in my day…haha…I just made construction paper rings and ripped one each day, and now you can literally get a little somethin’- somethin’ all while counting down the days. Check out this roundup of ten advent calendars below and let us know which one is your favorite!

BEAUTY

Sephora beauty advent calendar has 24 essential beauty products like makeup, skincare, bath, and accessory surprises! How fun is it to be able to try new and different products and accessories! I would be looking most forward to the face masks!

COFFEE

We all know a caffeine fiend!! This 24 K-Cup Pod advent calendar is the ultimate coffee lover’s dream! Filled with coffee and even some cocoa too, this festive and flavorful collection of 24 K-Cup® pods helps you brew holiday magic all season long!

CANDLES

I smell…candles! Check out this 12-day Voluspa Candle advent calendar full of fragrant votive-sized candles! Unveil 12 bestselling fragrances, lighting your way through the holidays in a fragrant countdown with the most amazing scents!

DISNEY

This limited-edition Disney Store Mini Brands 24-day advent calendar is the ultimate Christmas present for any Disney fan! This could also be a great segue to announcing a planned surprise to Disney or a Disney cruise!

WINE

*Clink Clink* It’s Wine o’ clock so get your swirl on with this vintage wine advent calendar! Whether your tastebuds call for red, white, or a mix of both, you can’t go wrong with this one! Celebrate the holiday season with something a little more practical with these 12 half-bottles of assorted wines.

FUNKO POP!

How fun to be able to count down to your favorite holiday, or any special occasion, with the 24 days of Funko Pop! DC™ Superheroes advent calendar! Featuring some of your most beloved heroes and villains dressed in holiday ensembles or styled in gingerbread form!

WOOF

24 Days of tail wagging goodness with Molly’s Barkery holiday advent calendar. Open one door per day and see the anticipation in your fur baby’s eyes. These crunchy treats are made with wholesome ingredients with cinnamon and apple flavors.

BAIT & TACKLE

12 days of fishmas non-lead freshwater mystery tackle box advent calendar. Celebrate the holiday season with twelve days of fishing fun: lures, tackle, new techniques, tips, and tricks with expert content.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY

2023 24-day fidget toy Christmas advent calendar: Get ready for a magical journey with this Christmas advent calendar where diversity, fun, and safety take center stage.

POPCORN

Popcorn is one of my most favorite snacky snacks, so this Popcorn Shed gourmet popcorn advent calendar is right up my alley! 24 bags of yummy popcorn in six uniquely mouth-watering flavors!

And for even more advent calendar inspiration, checkout our Amazon storefront where we’ve rounded up hundreds of different calendars for everyone in the family!!

The first major fall holiday has passed so now we prepare for the Thanksgiving festivities, and then onto Christmas! Advent calendars are coming and there are so many to choose from – there are advent calendars for every member of the family! What a fun way to count down the days, huh?! I can’t believe that I’m about to say this, but back in my day…haha…I just made construction paper rings and ripped one each day, and now you can literally get a little somethin’- somethin’ all while counting down the days. Check out this roundup of ten advent calendars below and let us know which one is your favorite!

BEAUTY

Sephora beauty advent calendar has 24 essential beauty products like makeup, skincare, bath, and accessory surprises! How fun is it to be able to try new and different products and accessories! I would be looking most forward to the face masks!

COFFEE

We all know a caffeine fiend!! This 24 K-Cup Pod advent calendar is the ultimate coffee lover’s dream! Filled with coffee and even some cocoa too, this festive and flavorful collection of 24 K-Cup® pods helps you brew holiday magic all season long!

CANDLES

I smell…candles! Check out this 12-day Voluspa Candle advent calendar full of fragrant votive-sized candles! Unveil 12 bestselling fragrances, lighting your way through the holidays in a fragrant countdown with the most amazing scents!

DISNEY

This limited-edition Disney Store Mini Brands 24-day advent calendar is the ultimate Christmas present for any Disney fan! This could also be a great segue to announcing a planned surprise to Disney or a Disney cruise!

WINE

*Clink Clink* It’s Wine o’ clock so get your swirl on with this vintage wine advent calendar! Whether your tastebuds call for red, white, or a mix of both, you can’t go wrong with this one! Celebrate the holiday season with something a little more practical with these 12 half-bottles of assorted wines.

FUNKO POP!

How fun to be able to count down to your favorite holiday, or any special occasion, with the 24 days of Funko Pop! DC™ Superheroes advent calendar! Featuring some of your most beloved heroes and villains dressed in holiday ensembles or styled in gingerbread form!

WOOF

24 Days of tail wagging goodness with Molly’s Barkery holiday advent calendar. Open one door per day and see the anticipation in your fur baby’s eyes. These crunchy treats are made with wholesome ingredients with cinnamon and apple flavors.

BAIT & TACKLE

12 days of fishmas non-lead freshwater mystery tackle box advent calendar. Celebrate the holiday season with twelve days of fishing fun: lures, tackle, new techniques, tips, and tricks with expert content.

SENSORY-FRIENDLY

2023 24-day fidget toy Christmas advent calendar: Get ready for a magical journey with this Christmas advent calendar where diversity, fun, and safety take center stage.

POPCORN

Popcorn is one of my most favorite snacky snacks, so this Popcorn Shed gourmet popcorn advent calendar is right up my alley! 24 bags of yummy popcorn in six uniquely mouth-watering flavors!

And for even more advent calendar inspiration, checkout our Amazon storefront where we’ve rounded up hundreds of different calendars for everyone in the family!!

Halloween is just a few days away, but Christmas is exactly two months from today and we all know how quickly this time of year goes by! If you’ve been with us for a while, you know we’ll be rolling out the gift guides soon, but to help you start prepping, or to give you some gifting inspiration, we’ve put together a list of retailers that are great for gift shopping! Whoever you’ve got on your list, these stores are guaranteed to have something they’ll love. Check out our countdown to Christmas shopping guide below.

Amazon

Ah, Amazon. What would we do without it? With an endless cache of any item you can possibly think of and free shipping that’s quicker than Santa himself, Amazon is a trusty source for gift shopping for anyone and everyone on your list, and it’s also the spot for silly stocking stuffers or white elephant gifts!

Target

Another one that has pretty much everything you could possibly need…Target! With tons of cute home decor items, apparel for the whole family, accessories and so much more, Target is your store for stylish, trendy gifts that are budget-friendly, too!

Walmart

Walmart is good for so many things, but we especially love it for toys, kids’ gifts, and electronics! Keep an eye out during Black Friday for rollbacks on some top-rated items that will definitely be gift-worthy!

Macy’s

For home essentials, gorgeous jewelry, and designer handbags & accessories, check out Macy’s! Here you can find high-quality gift ideas that will put a smile on anyone’s face!

Kohl’s

Grab things like small kitchen appliances, household necessities (vacuums, dining and drinkware, etc.), and cozy gifts (think blankets and bedding) from Kohl’s! Kohl’s Rewards members can stack up that Kohl’s Cash to redeem, and sales run aplenty here, so keep an eye out for discount codes!

Best Buy

If you’re looking for electronics, techy toys, or small home appliances, shop Best Buy! Whether you’re looking for laptops, cameras, air fryers, air purifiers, or TVs, Best Buy has the best of the best in the market.

Nordstrom

Designer items are a gift that any fashionista would love! Nordstrom offers name brand items (in fashion, home, beauty, and more) for less, and luxury at a lower cost is a definite win.

Ulta

For the beauty babe, Ulta offers makeup, hair care, skincare, and more from coveted beauty brands, without breaking the bank! Whether you’re shopping for teens, adults, men, or women, Ulta has got you covered in the cosmetics department.

Jane

Boutique finds at super discounted prices?! Yes please! Jane is your go-to for fun fashion finds, personalized gifts, and chic jewelry, all of which are affordable – and a lot of items ship free!

Old Navy

For apparel for the whole family, go to Old Navy! The on-trend styles for all ages are reasonably priced and make awesome gifts – especially if you’re looking for a stock up on wardrobe essentials!

The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place is a great place to grab clothes and accessories for kids. Keep an eye out for sales – they run them often and offer free shipping always, which is definitely a plus! They also have adorable matching family outfits if you’re into that kind of vibe for the holidays.

Dick’s Sporting Goods

For the athlete or sports fanatic in your life, Dick’s Sporting Goods has tons of options for athletic apparel and equipment, outdoor gear, and fan favorites, all from top brands.

The Home Depot

Tools, grills, outdoor essentials, or those DIY home project necessities can be great gifts for the hands-on person on your list. Check out Home Depot for all things home improvement!

Harry & David

For a gourmet gift basket – which is always a great gift idea – head to Harry & David! Whether you want to give something sweet or savory, these indulgent baskets can be gifted to employers, teachers, extended family, neighbors, or any culinary connoisseur you may know!

Uncommon Goods

And if you have someone (or someones) on your list that is just impossible to shop for, check out Uncommon Goods! This site has the coolest gifts that you probably have never even thought of. There really is something totally unique here for everyone, and you can shop by price point, category, or recipient!!

Halloween is just a few days away, but Christmas is exactly two months from today and we all know how quickly this time of year goes by! If you’ve been with us for a while, you know we’ll be rolling out the gift guides soon, but to help you start prepping, or to give you some gifting inspiration, we’ve put together a list of retailers that are great for gift shopping! Whoever you’ve got on your list, these stores are guaranteed to have something they’ll love. Check out our countdown to Christmas shopping guide below.

Amazon

Ah, Amazon. What would we do without it? With an endless cache of any item you can possibly think of and free shipping that’s quicker than Santa himself, Amazon is a trusty source for gift shopping for anyone and everyone on your list, and it’s also the spot for silly stocking stuffers or white elephant gifts!

Target

Another one that has pretty much everything you could possibly need…Target! With tons of cute home decor items, apparel for the whole family, accessories and so much more, Target is your store for stylish, trendy gifts that are budget-friendly, too!

Walmart

Walmart is good for so many things, but we especially love it for toys, kids’ gifts, and electronics! Keep an eye out during Black Friday for rollbacks on some top-rated items that will definitely be gift-worthy!

Macy’s

For home essentials, gorgeous jewelry, and designer handbags & accessories, check out Macy’s! Here you can find high-quality gift ideas that will put a smile on anyone’s face!

Kohl’s

Grab things like small kitchen appliances, household necessities (vacuums, dining and drinkware, etc.), and cozy gifts (think blankets and bedding) from Kohl’s! Kohl’s Rewards members can stack up that Kohl’s Cash to redeem, and sales run aplenty here, so keep an eye out for discount codes!

Best Buy

If you’re looking for electronics, techy toys, or small home appliances, shop Best Buy! Whether you’re looking for laptops, cameras, air fryers, air purifiers, or TVs, Best Buy has the best of the best in the market.

Nordstrom

Designer items are a gift that any fashionista would love! Nordstrom offers name brand items (in fashion, home, beauty, and more) for less, and luxury at a lower cost is a definite win.

Ulta

For the beauty babe, Ulta offers makeup, hair care, skincare, and more from coveted beauty brands, without breaking the bank! Whether you’re shopping for teens, adults, men, or women, Ulta has got you covered in the cosmetics department.

Jane

Boutique finds at super discounted prices?! Yes please! Jane is your go-to for fun fashion finds, personalized gifts, and chic jewelry, all of which are affordable – and a lot of items ship free!

Old Navy

For apparel for the whole family, go to Old Navy! The on-trend styles for all ages are reasonably priced and make awesome gifts – especially if you’re looking for a stock up on wardrobe essentials!

The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place is a great place to grab clothes and accessories for kids. Keep an eye out for sales – they run them often and offer free shipping always, which is definitely a plus! They also have adorable matching family outfits if you’re into that kind of vibe for the holidays.

Dick’s Sporting Goods

For the athlete or sports fanatic in your life, Dick’s Sporting Goods has tons of options for athletic apparel and equipment, outdoor gear, and fan favorites, all from top brands.

The Home Depot

Tools, grills, outdoor essentials, or those DIY home project necessities can be great gifts for the hands-on person on your list. Check out Home Depot for all things home improvement!

Harry & David

For a gourmet gift basket – which is always a great gift idea – head to Harry & David! Whether you want to give something sweet or savory, these indulgent baskets can be gifted to employers, teachers, extended family, neighbors, or any culinary connoisseur you may know!

Uncommon Goods

And if you have someone (or someones) on your list that is just impossible to shop for, check out Uncommon Goods! This site has the coolest gifts that you probably have never even thought of. There really is something totally unique here for everyone, and you can shop by price point, category, or recipient!!

We’re breaking out all the tricks and treats this Halloween season! Whether you’re looking for inspo for classroom parties, fall birthday party snack ideas, or Halloween party additions, we’ve got a lineup of Halloween-inspired treats that is definitely spook-tacular and sure to impress your ghouls of honor! See our Halloween treat ideas below.

Pretzel Spiderwebs – a sweet and salty festive treat! Line pretzels up in the shape of a wheel on wax paper, heat up white chocolate until melted and swirl around, take a toothpick or prongs of a fork and pull out for that web look, and then finish with Halloween sprinkles!

Three Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies – Both savory and sweet, simple and perfect for a cookie swap!

• Can of 100% pure pumpkin 
• Box of spice cake mix
• Dark chocolate chips 
• Mix all together, form into balls, place onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 for 15 minutes and enjoy!

Individual S’mores Cups – grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!

• Halloween Marshmallo Peeps (grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!)
• Keebler Graham Cracker Mini Pie Crust
• Snack Size Hershey’s Milk Chocolate
• Place chocolates inside of the crusts, top with a marshmallow peep, place in the oven at 350 for 8-10 minutes, let cool and enjoy!

Pumpkin Popcorn Station – Personalize toppings to your liking for a spooky movie night treat or a festive and fun addition to any party! Fill a pitcher or bowl with your favorite type of popcorn and top with a scoop, assemble bowls with “options” and scoops on a tray. Serve in festive little snack trays and enjoy!

• popcorn
• candy corn
• crushed pretzels
• peanuts 
• gummy bears 
• marshmallows 
• Reese’s pieces

Apple Slice Sundae Station – Customize your apples, sauces and toppings for a delectable and seasonally fun snack or dessert!

• apples apples – Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious (any kind will do)
• chocolate and peanut butter sauce – (or whatever tickles your taste buds!)
• chocolate sprinkles
• mini M&Ms 
• mini chocolate chips
• shredded coconut 
• toffee bits 
• crushed Oreos
• crushed pumpkin spice graham crackers (any graham cracker will do)

We’re breaking out all the tricks and treats this Halloween season! Whether you’re looking for inspo for classroom parties, fall birthday party snack ideas, or Halloween party additions, we’ve got a lineup of Halloween-inspired treats that is definitely spook-tacular and sure to impress your ghouls of honor! See our Halloween treat ideas below.

Pretzel Spiderwebs – a sweet and salty festive treat! Line pretzels up in the shape of a wheel on wax paper, heat up white chocolate until melted and swirl around, take a toothpick or prongs of a fork and pull out for that web look, and then finish with Halloween sprinkles!

Three Ingredient Pumpkin Cookies – Both savory and sweet, simple and perfect for a cookie swap!

• Can of 100% pure pumpkin 
• Box of spice cake mix
• Dark chocolate chips 
• Mix all together, form into balls, place onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake at 375 for 15 minutes and enjoy!

Individual S’mores Cups – grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!

• Halloween Marshmallo Peeps (grab any seasonal peeps and make these year ’round!)
• Keebler Graham Cracker Mini Pie Crust
• Snack Size Hershey’s Milk Chocolate
• Place chocolates inside of the crusts, top with a marshmallow peep, place in the oven at 350 for 8-10 minutes, let cool and enjoy!

Pumpkin Popcorn Station – Personalize toppings to your liking for a spooky movie night treat or a festive and fun addition to any party! Fill a pitcher or bowl with your favorite type of popcorn and top with a scoop, assemble bowls with “options” and scoops on a tray. Serve in festive little snack trays and enjoy!

• popcorn
• candy corn
• crushed pretzels
• peanuts 
• gummy bears 
• marshmallows 
• Reese’s pieces

Apple Slice Sundae Station – Customize your apples, sauces and toppings for a delectable and seasonally fun snack or dessert!

• apples apples – Granny Smith, Gala, Red Delicious (any kind will do)
• chocolate and peanut butter sauce – (or whatever tickles your taste buds!)
• chocolate sprinkles
• mini M&Ms 
• mini chocolate chips
• shredded coconut 
• toffee bits 
• crushed Oreos
• crushed pumpkin spice graham crackers (any graham cracker will do)

The leaves are falling, the crisp air has arrived, and the season of goodies is upon us. October through December have multiple holiday events – Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more, so that means classroom parties, various events, and the creation of goody bags, baskets, and more! Since my youngest daughter’s birthday is in October, I was invited to read a themed book, bring in a snack, and hang out with the class, and I used the opportunity to create pumpkin-themed buckets for her whole class! See our Halloween goody bag inspiration below.

My daughter turned five and is in Pre-K, so I kept it fun but still simple with a pumpkin theme: pumpkin buckets, themed cups, straws, glow sticks, and most importantly, snacks!

The snacks were fun – I found a lot of pumpkin-themed snacks like Entenmann’s pumpkin flavored muffins, gogo squeeze apple pumpkin spice applesauce pouches and decorative fun Skinny Pop popcorn bags.

I kept it pretty simple with Mott’s tots apple juice boxes, but I also ran across Swiss Miss pumpkin spice hot chocolate and just had to add it in. I read the book 10 Little Pumpkins, and the kids were super excited about their snack which was fresh fruit salad in waffle cone bowls topped with a dab of whipped cream – a healthy sundae!

Kristy is room mom for her daughter’s class this year, so of course she got right on her duties of helping to plan the first classroom party planned for October. She went straight to Target’s Hyde & EEK Bootique for plates, napkins, games and more goodies. She’s planning on serving slime punch in cauldrons and using festive food trays for snacks.

“You’ve been Boo’d” – yep that’s right, Kristy created Boo Bags for her kids’ classrooms! She took small clear gift bags and filled them with a bunch of fun little festive toys and a bunch of yummy goodies.

The options are virtually endless with what you can fill them with. Mini play-dohs, bubbles, the classic spider ring and themed pencils. I’m sure no matter what you come up with, the bags will end up being super spook-tacular! Happy Planning!

The leaves are falling, the crisp air has arrived, and the season of goodies is upon us. October through December have multiple holiday events – Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more, so that means classroom parties, various events, and the creation of goody bags, baskets, and more! Since my youngest daughter’s birthday is in October, I was invited to read a themed book, bring in a snack, and hang out with the class, and I used the opportunity to create pumpkin-themed buckets for her whole class! See our Halloween goody bag inspiration below.

My daughter turned five and is in Pre-K, so I kept it fun but still simple with a pumpkin theme: pumpkin buckets, themed cups, straws, glow sticks, and most importantly, snacks!

The snacks were fun – I found a lot of pumpkin-themed snacks like Entenmann’s pumpkin flavored muffins, gogo squeeze apple pumpkin spice applesauce pouches and decorative fun Skinny Pop popcorn bags.

I kept it pretty simple with Mott’s tots apple juice boxes, but I also ran across Swiss Miss pumpkin spice hot chocolate and just had to add it in. I read the book 10 Little Pumpkins, and the kids were super excited about their snack which was fresh fruit salad in waffle cone bowls topped with a dab of whipped cream – a healthy sundae!

Kristy is room mom for her daughter’s class this year, so of course she got right on her duties of helping to plan the first classroom party planned for October. She went straight to Target’s Hyde & EEK Bootique for plates, napkins, games and more goodies. She’s planning on serving slime punch in cauldrons and using festive food trays for snacks.

“You’ve been Boo’d” – yep that’s right, Kristy created Boo Bags for her kids’ classrooms! She took small clear gift bags and filled them with a bunch of fun little festive toys and a bunch of yummy goodies.

The options are virtually endless with what you can fill them with. Mini play-dohs, bubbles, the classic spider ring and themed pencils. I’m sure no matter what you come up with, the bags will end up being super spook-tacular! Happy Planning!