2024 is quickly coming to a close, and if you’re planning to do something special for the new year, now is the time to lock in those plans! Whether you’re looking to party in style or practice a little bit of quiet self-love, make this new year one to remember with our NYE celebration inspiration below.

Sparkle & Shine

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Throwing the ultimate NYE party? Bring on the glamour with these party planning essentials.

Romantic Reset

Cozy night in for two? Make this night the romantic reset you and your partner need with a specially curated evening filled with intimacy.

Self-Care Sanctuary

Put your self-care at the forefront of your end-of-year celebrations with these wellness must-haves. Nothing like ringing in 2025 feeling like your best self!

Manifestation Station

And if you’re already looking ahead to everything you plan to accomplish in 2025, get a head start on your goal setting with these planning and organization necessities.

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

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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:

  1. Lululemon
  2. Macy’s
  3. Under Armour

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

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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:

  1. Lululemon
  2. Macy’s
  3. Under Armour

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.

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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

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

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:

  1. Lululemon
  2. Macy’s
  3. Under Armour

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.

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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 volunteer carrying a box of donations

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.

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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!

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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!

crop faceless woman drinking tea and sitting near christmas tree

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!

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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.

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Blazer | Bodysuit | Boots

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.

Dress | Shoes

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.

Dress | Shoes

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.

Bodysuit | Pants | Shoes

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.

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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.

Sweater | Pants | Shoes

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!

a woman holding a letter board

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.

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Blazer | Bodysuit | Boots

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.

Dress | Shoes

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.

Dress | Shoes

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.

Bodysuit | Pants | Shoes

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.

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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.

Sweater | Pants | Shoes

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

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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

Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!

Peppermint Frosted Cookies

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!

set of christmas sweets arranged with spruce twig on white table

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

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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

Grab all of your ingredients and follow the directions on the box!! The instructions are straight-forward and easy to follow!

Peppermint Frosted Cookies

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.

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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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Neck Fan
Neck Fan
Collapsible Cup
Collapsible Cup
Shape Shifting Box
Shape Shifting Box
Wall Calendar
Wall Calendar
True Crime Puzzle Book
True Crime Puzzle Book
Shot Glass Roulette
Shot Glass Roulette
Poo-Pourri
Poo-Pourri
Oreo Dunking Set
Oreo Dunking Set
Tabletop Bowling
Tabletop Bowling
Chambong
Chambong
Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Desk Vacuum
Desk Vacuum
Popcorn Popper
Popcorn Popper
Burrito Game
Burrito Game
Pizza Blanket
Pizza Blanket
Wine Glass Topper
Wine Glass Topper
wrapped christmas gifts with ribbons

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!

Shop White Elephant Gifts

Neck Fan
Neck Fan
Collapsible Cup
Collapsible Cup
Shape Shifting Box
Shape Shifting Box
Wall Calendar
Wall Calendar
True Crime Puzzle Book
True Crime Puzzle Book
Shot Glass Roulette
Shot Glass Roulette
Poo-Pourri
Poo-Pourri
Oreo Dunking Set
Oreo Dunking Set
Tabletop Bowling
Tabletop Bowling
Chambong
Chambong
Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Fruit Infuser Water Bottle
Desk Vacuum
Desk Vacuum
Popcorn Popper
Popcorn Popper
Burrito Game
Burrito Game
Pizza Blanket
Pizza Blanket
Wine Glass Topper
Wine Glass Topper

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!

Shop Stocking Stuffers

Brainteasers
Brainteasers
Touch Screen Gloves
Touch Screen Gloves
Slim Wallet
Slim Wallet
Mini Portable Charger
Mini Portable Charger
Ice Roller
Ice Roller
Tile Mate
Tile Mate
Facial Spray
Facial Spray
Mini MakeUp Eraser
Mini MakeUp Eraser
Hot Sauce Set
Hot Sauce Set
Initial Necklace
Initial Necklace
Multitool Pen
Multitool Pen
Hand Cream
Hand Cream
Silk Scrunchie
Silk Scrunchie
Self Care Cards
Self Care Cards
UNO Game
UNO Game
Chapstick
Chapstick
a row of christmas stockings hanging on wooden wall

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!

Shop Stocking Stuffers

Brainteasers
Brainteasers
Touch Screen Gloves
Touch Screen Gloves
Slim Wallet
Slim Wallet
Mini Portable Charger
Mini Portable Charger
Ice Roller
Ice Roller
Tile Mate
Tile Mate
Facial Spray
Facial Spray
Mini MakeUp Eraser
Mini MakeUp Eraser
Hot Sauce Set
Hot Sauce Set
Initial Necklace
Initial Necklace
Multitool Pen
Multitool Pen
Hand Cream
Hand Cream
Silk Scrunchie
Silk Scrunchie
Self Care Cards
Self Care Cards
UNO Game
UNO Game
Chapstick
Chapstick

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.

Shop Splurge Gifts

Luggage Set
Luggage Set
AeroGarden
AeroGarden
Braun Electric Razor
Braun Electric Razor
Shark Styling System
Shark Styling System
Echo Show 15
Echo Show 15
Apple Watch
Apple Watch
Kindle Paperwhite
Kindle Paperwhite
Beats Earbuds
Beats Earbuds
Bose Speaker
Bose Speaker
Ninja Woodfire Grill & Smoker
Ninja Woodfire Grill & Smoker
Nespresso
Nespresso
Ice Maker
Ice Maker
Cocktail Machine
Cocktail Machine
photo of christmas presents

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.

Shop Splurge Gifts

Luggage Set
Luggage Set
AeroGarden
AeroGarden
Braun Electric Razor
Braun Electric Razor
Shark Styling System
Shark Styling System
Echo Show 15
Echo Show 15
Apple Watch
Apple Watch
Kindle Paperwhite
Kindle Paperwhite
Beats Earbuds
Beats Earbuds
Bose Speaker
Bose Speaker
Ninja Woodfire Grill & Smoker
Ninja Woodfire Grill & Smoker
Nespresso
Nespresso
Ice Maker
Ice Maker
Cocktail Machine
Cocktail Machine

One of the biggest stresses people face during their holiday season is spending money, and with good reason! All the shopping and gifting that needs to get done can really add up, especially if you have a lot of family and friends. Finding a thoughtful, useful gift doesn’t have to be expensive, though (we are Frugal & Thriving, after all)! These gift ideas all come in under $50 and they are great for just about anyone on your list. See our holiday gift guide under $50 below.

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Cozy Home: Give them the gift of a forever cozy home with this Homesick candle, candle warmer lamp, or plush throw blanket!

Kitchen Essentials: These everyday kitchen must-haves will surely make them happy! Gift them a set of sleek glass tumblers, an electric kettle, a mug warmer, or an electric wine opener!

Personal Comforts: These personal items will keep them feeling their best. We love this comforting NodPod, this multipurpose alarm clock, this electric toothbrush kit, these wireless noise-cancelling headphones, or these snuggly UGG socks!

Treat Yo’self: And we all know how important it is to treat yo’self! Satisfy their sweet tooth with this make-your-own churros kit or this s’mores maker.

Shop Gifts Under $50

Wine Opener
Wine Opener
S’mores Maker
S’mores Maker
Candle Warmer Lamp
Candle Warmer Lamp
UGG Socks
UGG Socks
Throw Blanket
Throw Blanket
NodPod
NodPod
Churros Kit
Churros Kit
Alarm Clock
Alarm Clock
Electric Toothbrush
Electric Toothbrush
Electric Kettle
Electric Kettle
Headphones
Headphones
Candle
Candle
Mug Warmer
Mug Warmer
Glass Tumblers
Glass Tumblers
photo of gifts under a christmas tree

One of the biggest stresses people face during their holiday season is spending money, and with good reason! All the shopping and gifting that needs to get done can really add up, especially if you have a lot of family and friends. Finding a thoughtful, useful gift doesn’t have to be expensive, though (we are Frugal & Thriving, after all)! These gift ideas all come in under $50 and they are great for just about anyone on your list. See our holiday gift guide under $50 below.

Frugal and Thriving may earn a small commission via affiliate links in this post. See full disclosure here.

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Cozy Home: Give them the gift of a forever cozy home with this Homesick candle, candle warmer lamp, or plush throw blanket!

Kitchen Essentials: These everyday kitchen must-haves will surely make them happy! Gift them a set of sleek glass tumblers, an electric kettle, a mug warmer, or an electric wine opener!

Personal Comforts: These personal items will keep them feeling their best. We love this comforting NodPod, this multipurpose alarm clock, this electric toothbrush kit, these wireless noise-cancelling headphones, or these snuggly UGG socks!

Treat Yo’self: And we all know how important it is to treat yo’self! Satisfy their sweet tooth with this make-your-own churros kit or this s’mores maker.

Shop Gifts Under $50

Wine Opener
Wine Opener
S’mores Maker
S’mores Maker
Candle Warmer Lamp
Candle Warmer Lamp
UGG Socks
UGG Socks
Throw Blanket
Throw Blanket
NodPod
NodPod
Churros Kit
Churros Kit
Alarm Clock
Alarm Clock
Electric Toothbrush
Electric Toothbrush
Electric Kettle
Electric Kettle
Headphones
Headphones
Candle
Candle
Mug Warmer
Mug Warmer
Glass Tumblers
Glass Tumblers