Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6th-10th and if you want to show your school spirit and gratitude for our educators and school professionals, a thoughtful gift is a great way to do so. See our Teacher Appreciation Week gift inspiration below.

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If you want to make a whole week of it, doing a color a day for your teacher with each color having some kind of “theme” is a fun idea. Kristy did this for her daughter’s teacher! For red, the first day, it’s all about the teacher….the things she likes and things to spoil her with for the days she’s not teaching. Items include a Bogg bag, apple candle, Sol de Janeiro kit, and a self-care book.

Tag: “ Roses are RED & Apples are too! You’re the best teacher ever, we’re so thankful for you.”

Orange, day two, is focused on recognizing the growth she’s given the students. She also loves to garden, so this is perfect! Orange items include drinking glasses, a succulent, a personalized planter, a mister, and a seed kit.

Tags: “ ORANGE you just such a SUN-sational teacher!“ and “Thank you for helping us grow!“

Day three is yellow, a bright and shining color, so these items show her that she’s the star to the kids. Yellow gifts include a tote, lip balm, hand sanitizer, paper weights, a t-shirt, an essential oil pen, a pillow for the reading corner, and a coffee mug, of course!

Tags: “Thank you for being the STAR that taught them to SHINE“ and “The influence of a good teacher can never be erased.”

Green, day four, is a day for the classroom! These gifts are things she can use in and around like classroom, like a utility cart, Sharpies, a label maker, a pencil sharpener, a journal, essential oils, and modular seats for the kids.

Tags: “Thank you for your Commit•Mint Involve•mint Encourage•mint Invest•mint” and “Green with envy are those who wish they had you for a teacher!“ 

Blue, the final day, is for all things lunch!! Items include a lunch carrier, a mini to-go Crockpot, a Bentgo container, a snacks bag, a sand art light that’s great for lunchtime relaxation or meditation, and a Stanley tumbler.

Tags: “Just something out of the blue to say we appreciate you!“ and “We appreciate you a whole bunch, so please enjoy some lunch!“ 

And if you’d rather do one gift on Teacher Appreciation Day (May 7th), a gift bag stuffed with self-care goodies is always a hit! Grab a tote and fill it with Sharpies, this cute acrylic desk sign, a canvas pouch with keychains, body scrub, body wash, lip balm, a lip mask, face masks, and a facial scrub!

blue green orange and red rainbow design decoration

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 6th-10th and if you want to show your school spirit and gratitude for our educators and school professionals, a thoughtful gift is a great way to do so. See our Teacher Appreciation Week gift inspiration below.

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

If you want to make a whole week of it, doing a color a day for your teacher with each color having some kind of “theme” is a fun idea. Kristy did this for her daughter’s teacher! For red, the first day, it’s all about the teacher….the things she likes and things to spoil her with for the days she’s not teaching. Items include a Bogg bag, apple candle, Sol de Janeiro kit, and a self-care book.

Tag: “ Roses are RED & Apples are too! You’re the best teacher ever, we’re so thankful for you.”

Orange, day two, is focused on recognizing the growth she’s given the students. She also loves to garden, so this is perfect! Orange items include drinking glasses, a succulent, a personalized planter, a mister, and a seed kit.

Tags: “ ORANGE you just such a SUN-sational teacher!“ and “Thank you for helping us grow!“

Day three is yellow, a bright and shining color, so these items show her that she’s the star to the kids. Yellow gifts include a tote, lip balm, hand sanitizer, paper weights, a t-shirt, an essential oil pen, a pillow for the reading corner, and a coffee mug, of course!

Tags: “Thank you for being the STAR that taught them to SHINE“ and “The influence of a good teacher can never be erased.”

Green, day four, is a day for the classroom! These gifts are things she can use in and around like classroom, like a utility cart, Sharpies, a label maker, a pencil sharpener, a journal, essential oils, and modular seats for the kids.

Tags: “Thank you for your Commit•Mint Involve•mint Encourage•mint Invest•mint” and “Green with envy are those who wish they had you for a teacher!“ 

Blue, the final day, is for all things lunch!! Items include a lunch carrier, a mini to-go Crockpot, a Bentgo container, a snacks bag, a sand art light that’s great for lunchtime relaxation or meditation, and a Stanley tumbler.

Tags: “Just something out of the blue to say we appreciate you!“ and “We appreciate you a whole bunch, so please enjoy some lunch!“ 

And if you’d rather do one gift on Teacher Appreciation Day (May 7th), a gift bag stuffed with self-care goodies is always a hit! Grab a tote and fill it with Sharpies, this cute acrylic desk sign, a canvas pouch with keychains, body scrub, body wash, lip balm, a lip mask, face masks, and a facial scrub!

Summer will be here before we know it and we’re already dreaming of all the ways we can update our wardrobes with the best styles of the season. From social festivities to days at the desk, and vacations by the water to early morning runs, Walmart has everything you need to make this a summer of fashion-forward moments. See our Walmart summer fashion inspiration below.

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Summer = party time! Grad parties, pool parties, backyard BBQs, and holiday soirées…summer is the season of celebrations. Make sure you’re party ready with one of these gorgeous getups.

Maybe you’re all work and no play. Which is okay, but don’t ignore the benefits of a healthy work-life balance! These dresses will have you looking chic in the office, and they can definitely be worn to date night after, too!

Pool days, beach trips, and lake vacations. Whatever your preferred form of water-centric recreation, get yourself a swimsuit to rock that will steal the show.

Don’t forget your coverup! These will come in handy when you’re trying to enjoy your liquid lunch at one of those “no shirt, no shoes, no service” places.

And if you’re team #summerbod, grab a few workout pieces that will make you excited to get your sweat on.

rear view of woman sitting on a rock

The cool fall weather is the best weather for snuggling up outside with a blanket and a hot beverage. If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space to hang out and relax, spruce it up this season so you can really enjoy and appreciate it. Our queen Kristy has a huge, gorgeoussss wrap-around porch and she is taking full advantage of it this fall! Check out her beautiful front porch redo below for some decoration inspiration.

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

Autumn decor calls for pumpkins, mums, warm wood accents, and neutral colors with pops of fall-favorite hues like orange and red. This clean, contemporary look can be easily changed throughout the seasons. A designated entry area that’s separate from a seating area gives the porch a continuous flow while making it look even bigger. Using decorations that complement each other help tie the two areas together.

Wooden Storage Bench | Striped Layering Rug | Pillow Covers | Pillow Inserts | Olive Tree (70″) | Seagrass Planter

The entry area is kept simple and clean with a white wooden storage bench (perfect for packages, outdoor pillows, or blankets!) and just a few other decorations. A striped layering rug under the bench creates a cute little seating area (it’s also a great spot for taking pictures), and an artificial tree – this one is an olive tree – in a natural seagrass-style planter adds a touch of liveliness. Dress the bench up with seasonal throw pillows and voila! You have an effortlessly chic entryway. Also part of the redo, but just out of frame, are mums and pumpkins lining the staircase, bringing a dash of bright beauty to the porch.

Wicker Chairs | Wicker Table | Area Rug | Nesting Tables | Lanterns | Fall Garland | Plaid Throw Blanket |
“Fall” Sign | Candle | Vases (from Decocrated Halloween 2020 Box) | Cotton Stems | Door Wreath

A cozy seating area is essential for enjoying your outdoor space. These wingback wicker chairs are stylish and sophisticated, and the matching wicker table with a wooden slatted top balances the lines of the chairs with its rounded shape, adding dimension to the seating area. This gorgeous light gray furniture is accented well with a slightly darker gray woven area rug. Avoid going too large with the area rug…you want it to be just a tad smaller than the actual seating area so the furniture can really steal the show. Add extra room for decorations, drinks, or snacks with nesting tables. These steel-framed nesting tables with a rich wooden top are sleek and striking next to the light gray chairs.

The seating area is decorated with fall garland, a soft plaid throw blanket, vases with cotton stems, a candle, and a fall sign. Add other small details like coffee mugs or stemless wineglasses, coasters, books, or magazines.

Nesting Tables | Vases | Cotton Stems | Candle | “Fall” Sign

A festive fall sign and a seasonally scented candle, along with these peek-a-boo vases (from the Decocrated Halloween 2020 box!) filled with cotton stems and fairy lights are the perfect finishing touches to the nesting tables.

Lanterns | Wooden Beads

These lanterns filled with tiny white pumpkins are adorable accent pieces. You can also fill them with pillar candles, fairy lights, or faux leaves and garland for more variety. A sweet string of wooden beads (from the Decocrated Fall 2021 box) adds a little bit of color and coordinates the lanterns with the rest of the decor.

And just like that, Kristy has a charming new front porch for fall!! What do you think? Would you hang out here? I know I would! Let us know which of these pieces you’re loving and adding to your outdoor space.

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Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench
Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench

Shop the Decorations

Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers
Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers

The cool fall weather is the best weather for snuggling up outside with a blanket and a hot beverage. If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space to hang out and relax, spruce it up this season so you can really enjoy and appreciate it. Our queen Kristy has a huge, gorgeoussss wrap-around porch and she is taking full advantage of it this fall! Check out her beautiful front porch redo below for some decoration inspiration.

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

Autumn decor calls for pumpkins, mums, warm wood accents, and neutral colors with pops of fall-favorite hues like orange and red. This clean, contemporary look can be easily changed throughout the seasons. A designated entry area that’s separate from a seating area gives the porch a continuous flow while making it look even bigger. Using decorations that complement each other help tie the two areas together.

Wooden Storage Bench | Striped Layering Rug | Pillow Covers | Pillow Inserts | Olive Tree (70″) | Seagrass Planter

The entry area is kept simple and clean with a white wooden storage bench (perfect for packages, outdoor pillows, or blankets!) and just a few other decorations. A striped layering rug under the bench creates a cute little seating area (it’s also a great spot for taking pictures), and an artificial tree – this one is an olive tree – in a natural seagrass-style planter adds a touch of liveliness. Dress the bench up with seasonal throw pillows and voila! You have an effortlessly chic entryway. Also part of the redo, but just out of frame, are mums and pumpkins lining the staircase, bringing a dash of bright beauty to the porch.

Wicker Chairs | Wicker Table | Area Rug | Nesting Tables | Lanterns | Fall Garland | Plaid Throw Blanket |
“Fall” Sign | Candle | Vases (from Decocrated Halloween 2020 Box) | Cotton Stems | Door Wreath

A cozy seating area is essential for enjoying your outdoor space. These wingback wicker chairs are stylish and sophisticated, and the matching wicker table with a wooden slatted top balances the lines of the chairs with its rounded shape, adding dimension to the seating area. This gorgeous light gray furniture is accented well with a slightly darker gray woven area rug. Avoid going too large with the area rug…you want it to be just a tad smaller than the actual seating area so the furniture can really steal the show. Add extra room for decorations, drinks, or snacks with nesting tables. These steel-framed nesting tables with a rich wooden top are sleek and striking next to the light gray chairs.

The seating area is decorated with fall garland, a soft plaid throw blanket, vases with cotton stems, a candle, and a fall sign. Add other small details like coffee mugs or stemless wineglasses, coasters, books, or magazines.

Nesting Tables | Vases | Cotton Stems | Candle | “Fall” Sign

A festive fall sign and a seasonally scented candle, along with these peek-a-boo vases (from the Decocrated Halloween 2020 box!) filled with cotton stems and fairy lights are the perfect finishing touches to the nesting tables.

Lanterns | Wooden Beads

These lanterns filled with tiny white pumpkins are adorable accent pieces. You can also fill them with pillar candles, fairy lights, or faux leaves and garland for more variety. A sweet string of wooden beads (from the Decocrated Fall 2021 box) adds a little bit of color and coordinates the lanterns with the rest of the decor.

And just like that, Kristy has a charming new front porch for fall!! What do you think? Would you hang out here? I know I would! Let us know which of these pieces you’re loving and adding to your outdoor space.

Shop the Essentials

Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench
Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench

Shop the Decorations

Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers
Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers

The cool fall weather is the best weather for snuggling up outside with a blanket and a hot beverage. If you’re lucky enough to have an outdoor space to hang out and relax, spruce it up this season so you can really enjoy and appreciate it. Our queen Kristy has a huge, gorgeoussss wrap-around porch and she is taking full advantage of it this fall! Check out her beautiful front porch redo below for some decoration inspiration.

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

Autumn decor calls for pumpkins, mums, warm wood accents, and neutral colors with pops of fall-favorite hues like orange and red. This clean, contemporary look can be easily changed throughout the seasons. A designated entry area that’s separate from a seating area gives the porch a continuous flow while making it look even bigger. Using decorations that complement each other help tie the two areas together.

Wooden Storage Bench | Striped Layering Rug | Pillow Covers | Pillow Inserts | Olive Tree (70″) | Seagrass Planter

The entry area is kept simple and clean with a white wooden storage bench (perfect for packages, outdoor pillows, or blankets!) and just a few other decorations. A striped layering rug under the bench creates a cute little seating area (it’s also a great spot for taking pictures), and an artificial tree – this one is an olive tree – in a natural seagrass-style planter adds a touch of liveliness. Dress the bench up with seasonal throw pillows and voila! You have an effortlessly chic entryway. Also part of the redo, but just out of frame, are mums and pumpkins lining the staircase, bringing a dash of bright beauty to the porch.

Wicker Chairs | Wicker Table | Area Rug | Nesting Tables | Lanterns | Fall Garland | Plaid Throw Blanket |
“Fall” Sign | Candle | Vases (from Decocrated Halloween 2020 Box) | Cotton Stems | Door Wreath

A cozy seating area is essential for enjoying your outdoor space. These wingback wicker chairs are stylish and sophisticated, and the matching wicker table with a wooden slatted top balances the lines of the chairs with its rounded shape, adding dimension to the seating area. This gorgeous light gray furniture is accented well with a slightly darker gray woven area rug. Avoid going too large with the area rug…you want it to be just a tad smaller than the actual seating area so the furniture can really steal the show. Add extra room for decorations, drinks, or snacks with nesting tables. These steel-framed nesting tables with a rich wooden top are sleek and striking next to the light gray chairs.

The seating area is decorated with fall garland, a soft plaid throw blanket, vases with cotton stems, a candle, and a fall sign. Add other small details like coffee mugs or stemless wineglasses, coasters, books, or magazines.

Nesting Tables | Vases | Cotton Stems | Candle | “Fall” Sign

A festive fall sign and a seasonally scented candle, along with these peek-a-boo vases (from the Decocrated Halloween 2020 box!) filled with cotton stems and fairy lights are the perfect finishing touches to the nesting tables.

Lanterns | Wooden Beads

These lanterns filled with tiny white pumpkins are adorable accent pieces. You can also fill them with pillar candles, fairy lights, or faux leaves and garland for more variety. A sweet string of wooden beads (from the Decocrated Fall 2021 box) adds a little bit of color and coordinates the lanterns with the rest of the decor.

And just like that, Kristy has a charming new front porch for fall!! What do you think? Would you hang out here? I know I would! Let us know which of these pieces you’re loving and adding to your outdoor space.

Shop the Essentials

Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench
Nesting Tables
Nesting Tables
Area Rug
Area Rug
Wicker Table
Wicker Table
Wicker Chair Set
Wicker Chair Set
Striped Layering Rug
Striped Layering Rug
Olive Tree
Olive Tree
Storage Bench
Storage Bench

Shop the Decorations

Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers
Door Wreath
Door Wreath
Fall Sign
Fall Sign
Seasonal Candle
Seasonal Candle
Cotton Stems
Cotton Stems
Fall Garland
Fall Garland
Lanterns
Lanterns
Plaid Throw Blanket
Plaid Throw Blanket
Natural Seagrass Planter
Natural Seagrass Planter
Pillow Inserts
Pillow Inserts
Fall Pillow Covers
Fall Pillow Covers