Teenagers: Angsty. Emotional. Tech wizards. Full of energy. Playful. Adventurers. And forever your little babies!! Shopping for teens can be challenging, but if you stick to few basic rules, you can’t go wrong. Focus on cool gadgets, lots of creature comforts, and cold hard cash. This holiday season doesn’t need any extra stress, and our gift guide for teens is full of great gift ideas to help you out. Find some inspiration below.
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1. New phone, who dis? This hilarious card game combines everyday technology with outlandish humor for entertainment that will have everyone lol-ing.
2. An Echo Glow is the perfect customizable companion for any teen. Set up daily routines and reminders, listen to your favorite music and podcasts, and so much more.
3. Earbuds are always a good gift idea. Take your listening on the go with these wireless Beats earbuds.
4. Did someone say movie night?? Turn any room into your own personal theater with this mini projector.
5. If you run out of ideas for presents, a gift card or cash will do the trick! Make them work for it though with this gift card escape box.
6. We could all use a little extra emotional support, and this adorable weighted sloth will give just that.
7. With the hectic pace of teenage life, it’s no surprise they need their caffeine fix. This to-go mug will ensure their favorite morning beverage stays hot (or cold) for hours.
8. Funny socks are always a hit, and these pizza ones are no exception!
9. We’re all content creators at heart, and this tracking phone holder will allow them to make flawless videos for anything they wish.
10. Give them all the cozies! This comfy hoodie is sure to be a coveted gift for any teen.
11. A silk pillowcase may seem a little luxurious, but gifting them a good night’s sleep is a precious commodity.
12. From school to work to weekends with friends, this mini portable speaker will deliver big sound for any occasion.
13. Moments are fleeting but memories last a lifetime with this portable photo printer!
14. A mini donut maker. ‘Nuff said.
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!!
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!
Some people love Halloween. Some people just can’t seem to get on board with the ghosts and ghouls and scary shenanigans and crazy costumes. If you want to celebrate the holiday but you don’t want to go all-out with a costume, you can still show your paranormal pride with a Halloween-themed outfit that looks chic and stylish rather than creepy and spine-chilling. See our Halloween apparel inspiration from Amazon below!
T-Shirt | Leggings | Sneakers | Earrings
Boo Boo Crew! For all the nurses out there, this outfit is an adorable way to celebrate the holiday!
T-Shirt | Jeans | Sneakers | Purse | Earrings
Cute as a kitten! This skeleton Hello Kitty ‘fit is purrrrr-fect for a Halloween look that’s not so scary!
T-Shirt | Pants | Flats | Headband | Earrings
Calling all Disney fans! This Minnie Mouse-inspired outfit is scarily sweet. Even better if you’re spending Halloween in the most magical place on Earth!
Long Sleeve | Jeans | Mules | Purse | Earrings
Meooowww! Where weird meets wild – this is a classy look that still brings a little bit of spooky spirit!
Sweatshirt | Leggings | Boots | Headband | Earrings
Pumpkins + pockets = the ideal Halloween outfit. We won’t tell anyone if you stuff those cute little pouches full of candy to snack on throughout the day.
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Wedge Sneakers | Earrings | Bracelet
Tricks and treats! This look is so cute for kids’ class party or parade – great for teachers or room moms!
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Sneakers | Headband | Earrings
Getting handsy! This one is a flirty look for a Halloween out with bae…prepare to have a terrifyingly terrific time.
T-Shirt | Skirt | Boots | Earrings | Ring
Witch, please! Get ready for some hocus pocus with this brew-tiful Halloween look!
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Boots | Earrings | Hair Clip
Baby on board! For the expecting mamas, this is a fun way to let people know you’re eating candy for two! Throw in a couple extra pieces, please!!
Blouse | Tank | Skirt | Heels | Earrings
Skulls and roses! This is a really feminine spin on Halloween – it’s a good look for the office or a spooky celebration with your gal pals.
Some people love Halloween. Some people just can’t seem to get on board with the ghosts and ghouls and scary shenanigans and crazy costumes. If you want to celebrate the holiday but you don’t want to go all-out with a costume, you can still show your paranormal pride with a Halloween-themed outfit that looks chic and stylish rather than creepy and spine-chilling. See our Halloween apparel inspiration from Amazon below!
T-Shirt | Leggings | Sneakers | Earrings
Boo Boo Crew! For all the nurses out there, this outfit is an adorable way to celebrate the holiday!
T-Shirt | Jeans | Sneakers | Purse | Earrings
Cute as a kitten! This skeleton Hello Kitty ‘fit is purrrrr-fect for a Halloween look that’s not so scary!
T-Shirt | Pants | Flats | Headband | Earrings
Calling all Disney fans! This Minnie Mouse-inspired outfit is scarily sweet. Even better if you’re spending Halloween in the most magical place on Earth!
Long Sleeve | Jeans | Mules | Purse | Earrings
Meooowww! Where weird meets wild – this is a classy look that still brings a little bit of spooky spirit!
Sweatshirt | Leggings | Boots | Headband | Earrings
Pumpkins + pockets = the ideal Halloween outfit. We won’t tell anyone if you stuff those cute little pouches full of candy to snack on throughout the day.
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Wedge Sneakers | Earrings | Bracelet
Tricks and treats! This look is so cute for kids’ class party or parade – great for teachers or room moms!
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Sneakers | Headband | Earrings
Getting handsy! This one is a flirty look for a Halloween out with bae…prepare to have a terrifyingly terrific time.
T-Shirt | Skirt | Boots | Earrings | Ring
Witch, please! Get ready for some hocus pocus with this brew-tiful Halloween look!
Long Sleeve | Leggings | Boots | Earrings | Hair Clip
Baby on board! For the expecting mamas, this is a fun way to let people know you’re eating candy for two! Throw in a couple extra pieces, please!!
Blouse | Tank | Skirt | Heels | Earrings
Skulls and roses! This is a really feminine spin on Halloween – it’s a good look for the office or a spooky celebration with your gal pals.
If we can find a reason to throw a party, you bet we’re taking it. And a theme party?? Watch. Us. Thrive. Kristy is the queen of party planning, especially when it comes to doing so on a budget, and the results are always FABULOUS! Her daughter just turned 7 and her only request this year – a Squishmallows birthday party. You would think with the popularity of these sweet stuffed characters, putting together a party would be a breeze. But as Kristy started planning, she realized it was little more difficult than she anticipated. As usual, she worked her magic and threw a Squishmallows party to remember. See the highlights below!
A Squishmallows party wouldn’t be a Squishmallows party without all our Squishmallows friends! Obviously the “Happy Birthday” cupcake is essential, and the pizza, sandwich, chips, and ice cream ones are perfect for setting up around certain food stations!
Pastel balloons sprinkled with clear, funfetti-filled ones make for a gorgeous arched centerpiece! This is great for a photo op area or around the gift table. Confetti garland, a “happy birthday” banner, a Squishmallows backdrop, and holographic fringe complete the look!
Colorful candy, snow cones, and macarons are the perfect sweet treats for a Squishmallows party. Stick your lollipops in this wooden lollipop stand and stack your macarons on this tiered stand. The candy station sign is from Decocrated, and yes, Kristy drew that Squishmallow (angry unicorn, according to her husband) all by herself. She might have missed her calling as an artist.
Smarties, marshmallows, and lollipops, oh my! This super cute candy cart is stocked up on all the best treats for your sweet tooth. Add gummy bears and cotton candy for a pastel-filled palette of deliciousness, and if you need a little salty with all that sweet, grab these popcorn boxes to filled with buttery, fresh-popped goodness. If you want to make your own popcorn, we love these popcorn maker essentials.
Is there anything as delicious as a classic snow cone? Grab your snow cone machine and your flavored syrups (these tops make for easy pouring), and these chilled treats will make for one cool dessert. Serve them up in these fun flower cups and top them off with a snow cone straw/spoon.
No real party is complete without a piñata. How cute is this unicorn cupcake?! It’s almost too cute to swing a stick at but…candy!! Stuff it with these party favors and candy varieties and hang it up with this heavy-duty deck hook.
And of course, we can’t forget the birthday cake!! The cake was made by Courtney from Courtney’s Kitchen – if you’re in the South Jersey area, be sure to check her out and give her some love! This cake is incredible!!
Keep the theme going even into your seating setup. Tie-dye tablecloths with pop-up Squishmallows centerpieces make for great table decor!
Gotta send the kiddos home with goodies! Kristy filled these boxes with the cutest Squishmallows-inspired items – mini mystery bags, mini erasers, lip balm, stickers, and more! She also did a scavenger hunt in the backyard and each kid got to bring home two items, including Squooshems, trading cards, and mystery mini Squishmallows!
If we can find a reason to throw a party, you bet we’re taking it. And a theme party?? Watch. Us. Thrive. Kristy is the queen of party planning, especially when it comes to doing so on a budget, and the results are always FABULOUS! Her daughter just turned 7 and her only request this year – a Squishmallows birthday party. You would think with the popularity of these sweet stuffed characters, putting together a party would be a breeze. But as Kristy started planning, she realized it was little more difficult than she anticipated. As usual, she worked her magic and threw a Squishmallows party to remember. See the highlights below!
A Squishmallows party wouldn’t be a Squishmallows party without all our Squishmallows friends! Obviously the “Happy Birthday” cupcake is essential, and the pizza, sandwich, chips, and ice cream ones are perfect for setting up around certain food stations!
Pastel balloons sprinkled with clear, funfetti-filled ones make for a gorgeous arched centerpiece! This is great for a photo op area or around the gift table. Confetti garland, a “happy birthday” banner, a Squishmallows backdrop, and holographic fringe complete the look!
Colorful candy, snow cones, and macarons are the perfect sweet treats for a Squishmallows party. Stick your lollipops in this wooden lollipop stand and stack your macarons on this tiered stand. The candy station sign is from Decocrated, and yes, Kristy drew that Squishmallow (angry unicorn, according to her husband) all by herself. She might have missed her calling as an artist.
Smarties, marshmallows, and lollipops, oh my! This super cute candy cart is stocked up on all the best treats for your sweet tooth. Add gummy bears and cotton candy for a pastel-filled palette of deliciousness, and if you need a little salty with all that sweet, grab these popcorn boxes to filled with buttery, fresh-popped goodness. If you want to make your own popcorn, we love these popcorn maker essentials.
Is there anything as delicious as a classic snow cone? Grab your snow cone machine and your flavored syrups (these tops make for easy pouring), and these chilled treats will make for one cool dessert. Serve them up in these fun flower cups and top them off with a snow cone straw/spoon.
No real party is complete without a piñata. How cute is this unicorn cupcake?! It’s almost too cute to swing a stick at but…candy!! Stuff it with these party favors and candy varieties and hang it up with this heavy-duty deck hook.
And of course, we can’t forget the birthday cake!! The cake was made by Courtney from Courtney’s Kitchen – if you’re in the South Jersey area, be sure to check her out and give her some love! This cake is incredible!!
Keep the theme going even into your seating setup. Tie-dye tablecloths with pop-up Squishmallows centerpieces make for great table decor!
Gotta send the kiddos home with goodies! Kristy filled these boxes with the cutest Squishmallows-inspired items – mini mystery bags, mini erasers, lip balm, stickers, and more! She also did a scavenger hunt in the backyard and each kid got to bring home two items, including Squooshems, trading cards, and mystery mini Squishmallows!
It’s that time of year again…the leaves are starting to fall, the scent of pumpkin spice everything and the Spirit Halloween stores start popping up all over, and the Halloween shopping craze begins! 2/4 of my kiddos already had their costumes locked in and were ready to shop, and my other two were very much undecided. My 20% off coupon was expiring so we did some family shopping over the weekend! Check out some of the great kids’ Halloween apparel I found!
My youngest daughter was already locked in on being her favorite Disney princess Ariel, so she was the easiest purchase of the day. The outfit is adorable, and of course we had to get the signature locks to go with it!
My middle daughter chose this shimmer fox costume, no real rhyme or reason for it, but it is super cute and very minimal make-up application needed from me, so it’s a win-win all around.
I thought for sure my eldest would go for the Wednesday Addams or Barbie look this year, but nope, she went from the Shimmer Fox, to Descendants characters, to Rena Rouge and finally landed on Buttercup from the Power Puff Girls…a show that she’s never even seen an episode of before. Her reasoning was because of the similar hair length…uhm okay…the logic of a seven-year-old, I guess.
I always forget about Target for their kids’ costume selection. These seem to be the most popular of the selections this year, with Disney Villains like Ursula, Maleficent and Cruella over the princesses, along with Harry & Hermione from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and of course Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Michelangela and Leonardo – following the release of their live action movie earlier this year.
How cool are these zip-up and pullover hoodies…the one with the skeleton skull hood is my favorite! The pajama sets are adorable too – I grabbed the dinosaur skeleton set for my son.
Per usual, Target always has more for the girls. I have three girls ranging from ages four to seven and I was able to find an outfit for each of them. This Nightmare Before Christmas dress is super cute for my girlie girl that love tutus. My seven-year-old isn’t so much into the “kiddie” Halloween graphics, so the Cat & Jack hearts zip-up hoodie with matching leggings is perfect for her because it’s still festive and “cool”. For my six-year-old, I grabbed a pair of sparkly black leggings and paired them with a long-sleeved graphic t-shirt.
My kids have a Halloween parade at school, along with a class party and Spirit Week, which includes pajama day and mix-match sock day, so these themed matching pajamas and festive socks are a fun way to send the kiddos in to participate. Plus…they glow in the dark – how fun for the whole family! Be sure to check out the whole Hyde & EEK! Boutique Collection for all of the Halloween apparel and more!
It’s that time of year again…the leaves are starting to fall, the scent of pumpkin spice everything and the Spirit Halloween stores start popping up all over, and the Halloween shopping craze begins! 2/4 of my kiddos already had their costumes locked in and were ready to shop, and my other two were very much undecided. My 20% off coupon was expiring so we did some family shopping over the weekend! Check out some of the great kids’ Halloween apparel I found!
My youngest daughter was already locked in on being her favorite Disney princess Ariel, so she was the easiest purchase of the day. The outfit is adorable, and of course we had to get the signature locks to go with it!
My middle daughter chose this shimmer fox costume, no real rhyme or reason for it, but it is super cute and very minimal make-up application needed from me, so it’s a win-win all around.
I thought for sure my eldest would go for the Wednesday Addams or Barbie look this year, but nope, she went from the Shimmer Fox, to Descendants characters, to Rena Rouge and finally landed on Buttercup from the Power Puff Girls…a show that she’s never even seen an episode of before. Her reasoning was because of the similar hair length…uhm okay…the logic of a seven-year-old, I guess.
I always forget about Target for their kids’ costume selection. These seem to be the most popular of the selections this year, with Disney Villains like Ursula, Maleficent and Cruella over the princesses, along with Harry & Hermione from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and of course Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Michelangela and Leonardo – following the release of their live action movie earlier this year.
How cool are these zip-up and pullover hoodies…the one with the skeleton skull hood is my favorite! The pajama sets are adorable too – I grabbed the dinosaur skeleton set for my son.
Per usual, Target always has more for the girls. I have three girls ranging from ages four to seven and I was able to find an outfit for each of them. This Nightmare Before Christmas dress is super cute for my girlie girl that love tutus. My seven-year-old isn’t so much into the “kiddie” Halloween graphics, so the Cat & Jack hearts zip-up hoodie with matching leggings is perfect for her because it’s still festive and “cool”. For my six-year-old, I grabbed a pair of sparkly black leggings and paired them with a long-sleeved graphic t-shirt.
My kids have a Halloween parade at school, along with a class party and Spirit Week, which includes pajama day and mix-match sock day, so these themed matching pajamas and festive socks are a fun way to send the kiddos in to participate. Plus…they glow in the dark – how fun for the whole family! Be sure to check out the whole Hyde & EEK! Boutique Collection for all of the Halloween apparel and more!
Let the countdown to spooky season begin! We may be just getting ready to gear up for fall but for us, that means thinking about Halloween too! And if you love Decocrated as much as we do, then you’re gonna want to grab this year’s Halloween deluxe add-on box before it sells out! Kristy received her box and is just loving the items included this year. If you’re a new Decocrated member, use our exclusive code DECO15 to save on your first subscription! See Halloween decor from Decocrated below.
This wooden stand makes a great showcase for your Halloween-scented candles, faux flowers, or even fun holiday-themed bowl fillers (like adorable mini pumpkins)!
This fall-inspired foliage is perfect for Halloween with its blood-red hues. Place in a black vase for a chillingly chic accent piece.
These candlesticks are ghoulishly glamourous! Use black or white tapered candles for a neutral, modern look, or opt for purple or orange to add a pop of color!
Trick or treat! We’re picking treat every time. This spiderweb dish is great for keeping those Halloween candies on the counter!
Wash your sweets down with a refreshing beverage in one of these spooky skeleton hand glasses! Perfect for a kids’ punch or an adult cocktail.
Don’t forget to grab your winter box now (use our exclusive code DECO15 to save on your first subscription) and stay tuned for our Decocrated winter decor post!!
Let the countdown to spooky season begin! We may be just getting ready to gear up for fall but for us, that means thinking about Halloween too! And if you love Decocrated as much as we do, then you’re gonna want to grab this year’s Halloween deluxe add-on box before it sells out! Kristy received her box and is just loving the items included this year. If you’re a new Decocrated member, use our exclusive code DECO15 to save on your first subscription! See Halloween decor from Decocrated below.
This wooden stand makes a great showcase for your Halloween-scented candles, faux flowers, or even fun holiday-themed bowl fillers (like adorable mini pumpkins)!
This fall-inspired foliage is perfect for Halloween with its blood-red hues. Place in a black vase for a chillingly chic accent piece.
These candlesticks are ghoulishly glamourous! Use black or white tapered candles for a neutral, modern look, or opt for purple or orange to add a pop of color!
Trick or treat! We’re picking treat every time. This spiderweb dish is great for keeping those Halloween candies on the counter!
Wash your sweets down with a refreshing beverage in one of these spooky skeleton hand glasses! Perfect for a kids’ punch or an adult cocktail.
Don’t forget to grab your winter box now (use our exclusive code DECO15 to save on your first subscription) and stay tuned for our Decocrated winter decor post!!
Time is a thief for real – I can still vividly remember all of the details of the evening that my first daughter was born and now, seven short years later, she has moved into her big-kid room a few weeks shy of entering the second grade! I let her take the creative director roll and she decided the color scheme and theme and it turned out better than I could have imagined….and let’s just say that I wish that I had cool parents like me when I was growing up! See her big kid room redo below!
We have a 4-bedroom home so originally she had her own nursery and toddler room, and when I was expecting my fourth baby, we purchased full-sized bunk beds from Pottery Barn Kids and moved our second daughter in with our oldest. It’s been two years of sharing a room and she’s getting more independent, so I started hinting around the idea of her having her own room again, and she was open to the idea towards the end of the school year. Then she started asking when she could move in, so I decided that my goal would be to have it completed and have her moved in before the new school year started.
I asked her to start thinking about her color scheme and that was easy – teal had become her new favorite color in the past six months replacing the longtime favorite, purple. Next, I had asked her to think about if she wanted a theme, and that was a bit trickier, but it soon came to her once we hit the stores.
First we went to At Home, and there it began! She found the perfect accent pillow to start off with…it was so soft and priced well. Then we grabbed some of the not-so-much-fun things like a mattress protector, pillows, two regular cooling sleeping pillows and two-pack pillows for the decorative sham covers.
Next we looked for bedding. Nothing really stood out until we saw the display and that was it. SOLD! Then we started to check out some of their decor, and then…the theme was born! She found a stuffed pig pillow and instantly it became a teal pig room! At first I was hesitant and couldn’t figure out how I was going to pull this one off – I even tried to talk her out of it, but she insisted, so pig it was. We headed into the wall decor isle and then we found the cutest canvas of a pig with glasses, and then I started to get excited about it all. The teal and pig pink colors could definitely work! We grabbed a couple other items and checked out.
We stopped in at a couple other stores, but didn’t really find what we were looking for. We grabbed some pink Pillowfort Sheets from Target and stopped in a Mattress Warehouse to shop for her new mattress. She got to do their bedMATCH quiz and diagnostic to match her up with the best mattress for her. She loved being able to use their system and picked out a great full-sized mattress that was easy on the pockets too! We ended up with a mattress in a box – the Simmons Blue Dream Memory Foam Mattress. The best part was they had one in stock for us to take home that day and it fit in my “mom van”!
We grabbed smoothies from our favorite smoothie place, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and headed over to Hobby Lobby – jackpot! We found all types of room decor and more, and then we came across the creme-de-la-creme of all pig decor! A huge canvas picture of the cutest pig you ever saw, and I was in love! It ended up being 75% off y’all! It was the easiest purchase of the day! We ended up with a whole cart full of items from HL and finally headed home!
Let’s start with the room re-do. First, I vacuumed and mopped the floors and baseboards and wiped down all of the dressers and windowsills. Since we had always purchased the convertible cribs for 3/4 kids, we transitioned the bed and switched out the decor, made the bed, and started transferring all of the personal items and clothing between the two rooms.
I ended up ordering ombre curtains and an accent rug off of Amazon, and I got the curtain rods from Wal-Mart. I found the vanity/desk off of Facebook Marketplace, brand-new, still in the box! It took a total of four days until we did her room reveal…she LOVED the end result. It was all smiles and she even gave it two thumbs up! If you’d like to see more of this room transformation, be sure to check out the video on Tik-Tok here!
Time is a thief for real – I can still vividly remember all of the details of the evening that my first daughter was born and now, seven short years later, she has moved into her big-kid room a few weeks shy of entering the second grade! I let her take the creative director roll and she decided the color scheme and theme and it turned out better than I could have imagined….and let’s just say that I wish that I had cool parents like me when I was growing up! See her big kid room redo below!
We have a 4-bedroom home so originally she had her own nursery and toddler room, and when I was expecting my fourth baby, we purchased full-sized bunk beds from Pottery Barn Kids and moved our second daughter in with our oldest. It’s been two years of sharing a room and she’s getting more independent, so I started hinting around the idea of her having her own room again, and she was open to the idea towards the end of the school year. Then she started asking when she could move in, so I decided that my goal would be to have it completed and have her moved in before the new school year started.
I asked her to start thinking about her color scheme and that was easy – teal had become her new favorite color in the past six months replacing the longtime favorite, purple. Next, I had asked her to think about if she wanted a theme, and that was a bit trickier, but it soon came to her once we hit the stores.
First we went to At Home, and there it began! She found the perfect accent pillow to start off with…it was so soft and priced well. Then we grabbed some of the not-so-much-fun things like a mattress protector, pillows, two regular cooling sleeping pillows and two-pack pillows for the decorative sham covers.
Next we looked for bedding. Nothing really stood out until we saw the display and that was it. SOLD! Then we started to check out some of their decor, and then…the theme was born! She found a stuffed pig pillow and instantly it became a teal pig room! At first I was hesitant and couldn’t figure out how I was going to pull this one off – I even tried to talk her out of it, but she insisted, so pig it was. We headed into the wall decor isle and then we found the cutest canvas of a pig with glasses, and then I started to get excited about it all. The teal and pig pink colors could definitely work! We grabbed a couple other items and checked out.
We stopped in at a couple other stores, but didn’t really find what we were looking for. We grabbed some pink Pillowfort Sheets from Target and stopped in a Mattress Warehouse to shop for her new mattress. She got to do their bedMATCH quiz and diagnostic to match her up with the best mattress for her. She loved being able to use their system and picked out a great full-sized mattress that was easy on the pockets too! We ended up with a mattress in a box – the Simmons Blue Dream Memory Foam Mattress. The best part was they had one in stock for us to take home that day and it fit in my “mom van”!
We grabbed smoothies from our favorite smoothie place, Tropical Smoothie Cafe and headed over to Hobby Lobby – jackpot! We found all types of room decor and more, and then we came across the creme-de-la-creme of all pig decor! A huge canvas picture of the cutest pig you ever saw, and I was in love! It ended up being 75% off y’all! It was the easiest purchase of the day! We ended up with a whole cart full of items from HL and finally headed home!
Let’s start with the room re-do. First, I vacuumed and mopped the floors and baseboards and wiped down all of the dressers and windowsills. Since we had always purchased the convertible cribs for 3/4 kids, we transitioned the bed and switched out the decor, made the bed, and started transferring all of the personal items and clothing between the two rooms.
I ended up ordering ombre curtains and an accent rug off of Amazon, and I got the curtain rods from Wal-Mart. I found the vanity/desk off of Facebook Marketplace, brand-new, still in the box! It took a total of four days until we did her room reveal…she LOVED the end result. It was all smiles and she even gave it two thumbs up! If you’d like to see more of this room transformation, be sure to check out the video on Tik-Tok here!
Many students are eagerly awaiting their teacher assignments for the upcoming school year. In my home, I don’t know who is anticipating the news more – myself or the kiddos! We already know who my youngest has and we love her, and my oldest is hoping for a particular teacher this year, and my middle daughter…well…I just don’t think that she cares very much yet! As parents are getting ready for BTS – shopping for clothes, shoes and supplies – don’t forget the teachers and school professionals! I love my kids’ school and the staff there, and since I’m a PTO board member I am very involved and get to interact with them a lot. I see a lot of what other parents don’t and these worker bees deserve it all! I am not swimming in the dough like Scrooge McDuck, but I give back to the teachers when I can. One way to show appreciation is with a back-to-school gift, and Kristy, who is also super involved at her kids’ schools, did some shopping at a few different retailers and came up with adorable and affordable teacher survival kits! See the gifts she put together below.
Temu! I’m sure you’ve heard about it and probably are hesitant like I was, but I’m telling you, it’s awesome! Just look at how adorable those canvas totes are as well as that pillowcase over the insert. These are perfect for a pre-k or kindergarten classroom.
Wood number pins can be found both at Target (usually comes out in July and can be found in their dollar bins) or on Amazon. These can be used in the classroom as decorations or a creative way to help learn math.
Both the pencil ID lanyard and mini hand sanitizers can be found at Bath & Body Works during one of their crazy sales, and they give the gift such a nice touch! Other fun lanyards can be found on Temu as well, so be sure to check them all out! Such a great add to the bags.
Who doesn’t love a good lip balm?! EOS has the best ones, keeping lips smooth and hydrated with amazing smelling, lip-smacking flavors. These are perfect little addition to a survival kit if you ask me.
I love a good planner and these planner stickers keep it fun and colorful, which can help keep you on track, especially when you’re a teacher on-the-go with a lot on your plate both in and out of the classroom.
If you’re in the Frugal and Thriving FB group, you already know about the ever-popular chenille letter bags, and of course these ones say “teach” so they’re perfect! These “Survival Kits” are so clever and definitely have the teachers in mind! Each TEACH bag is filled with:
- Planner stickers from Temu
- Wet wipes from Amazon
- Sugar-free Liquid I.V. packs from Amazon
- Lip balm from Walmart
- Kleenex tissues from Amazon
- Sharpies from Amazon
- Tylenol from Amazon
- Gum from Amazon
- Mini Tic-Tacs from Amazon
As you can see, all of the thoughtful items included set the teacher up for a successful and fun school year, and it gives them a sense of comfort and appreciation while in the classroom!
Each of the canvas totes include the filled TEACH bags with these items as well:
- Mentos fruit candy mints from Amazon
- Post-It Super Sticky note pads from Amazon
- Vinyl “school” stickers from Temu
- Welcome sign from Temu
- ID lanyard with hand sanitizers from Bath & Body Works
- Wood number pins from Target or Amazon
All of these items were from the following retailers: Amazon, Bath & Body Works, Walmart, Target and Temu! If you haven’t checked out Temu yet, I highly recommend it! They are running a massive site-wide sale and it’s definitely a one-stop shopping option. PLUS, they also offer free shipping and free 90-days returns! Use our exclusive coupon code afg61214 for an EXTRA 50% off
Many students are eagerly awaiting their teacher assignments for the upcoming school year. In my home, I don’t know who is anticipating the news more – myself or the kiddos! We already know who my youngest has and we love her, and my oldest is hoping for a particular teacher this year, and my middle daughter…well…I just don’t think that she cares very much yet! As parents are getting ready for BTS – shopping for clothes, shoes and supplies – don’t forget the teachers and school professionals! I love my kids’ school and the staff there, and since I’m a PTO board member I am very involved and get to interact with them a lot. I see a lot of what other parents don’t and these worker bees deserve it all! I am not swimming in the dough like Scrooge McDuck, but I give back to the teachers when I can. One way to show appreciation is with a back-to-school gift, and Kristy, who is also super involved at her kids’ schools, did some shopping at a few different retailers and came up with adorable and affordable teacher survival kits! See the gifts she put together below.
Temu! I’m sure you’ve heard about it and probably are hesitant like I was, but I’m telling you, it’s awesome! Just look at how adorable those canvas totes are as well as that pillowcase over the insert. These are perfect for a pre-k or kindergarten classroom.
Wood number pins can be found both at Target (usually comes out in July and can be found in their dollar bins) or on Amazon. These can be used in the classroom as decorations or a creative way to help learn math.
Both the pencil ID lanyard and mini hand sanitizers can be found at Bath & Body Works during one of their crazy sales, and they give the gift such a nice touch! Other fun lanyards can be found on Temu as well, so be sure to check them all out! Such a great add to the bags.
Who doesn’t love a good lip balm?! EOS has the best ones, keeping lips smooth and hydrated with amazing smelling, lip-smacking flavors. These are perfect little addition to a survival kit if you ask me.
I love a good planner and these planner stickers keep it fun and colorful, which can help keep you on track, especially when you’re a teacher on-the-go with a lot on your plate both in and out of the classroom.
If you’re in the Frugal and Thriving FB group, you already know about the ever-popular chenille letter bags, and of course these ones say “teach” so they’re perfect! These “Survival Kits” are so clever and definitely have the teachers in mind! Each TEACH bag is filled with:
- Planner stickers from Temu
- Wet wipes from Amazon
- Sugar-free Liquid I.V. packs from Amazon
- Lip balm from Walmart
- Kleenex tissues from Amazon
- Sharpies from Amazon
- Tylenol from Amazon
- Gum from Amazon
- Mini Tic-Tacs from Amazon
As you can see, all of the thoughtful items included set the teacher up for a successful and fun school year, and it gives them a sense of comfort and appreciation while in the classroom!
Each of the canvas totes include the filled TEACH bags with these items as well:
- Mentos fruit candy mints from Amazon
- Post-It Super Sticky note pads from Amazon
- Vinyl “school” stickers from Temu
- Welcome sign from Temu
- ID lanyard with hand sanitizers from Bath & Body Works
- Wood number pins from Target or Amazon
All of these items were from the following retailers: Amazon, Bath & Body Works, Walmart, Target and Temu! If you haven’t checked out Temu yet, I highly recommend it! They are running a massive site-wide sale and it’s definitely a one-stop shopping option. PLUS, they also offer free shipping and free 90-days returns! Use our exclusive coupon code afg61214 for an EXTRA 50% off
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